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The weight isn't a problem with the FS100 rigged up at about 15-18 lbs, but I wanted to buy a future proof head/tripod that I can keep for the next 5-10 years. Might purchase something like a used F3 or Red MX sometime in the future.
The DV-10 looks a bit small and disproportionate to the size of the legs, so I think I'll just exchange it for the DV-12. I think it may even be smaller than the Manfrotto 504HD.
 
How do you handle that beast on the shoulder Gary?
The pad is way behind the center of balance and I imagine that you have to carry all the wight on your stretched out arms, even with that thingy that preses against your chest.

Is it comfortable if you wear it for a while?

Frank
 
Here's how I've been using my FS100 a lot lately. Strictly for shoulder use, small and compact. I'm all about small and efficient rigs that do the same thing as a monstrous rig. It can be set flat on a table or ground if you turn the handle inwards.

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Kyle McConaghy said:
Awesome rig, Gary! Do you mind sharing the specs on it? What kind of grips and shoulder mount is that?
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The 15mm rod system I already had 23.5 inches long, so I added this from Cine City works just fine.
http://www.thecinecity.com/eshop/product.php?productid=362&cat=3&page=1

Monitor is a Lilliput 7" HDMI on camera monitor similar to this, though I am replacing it at a later date.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/7-HDMI-SONY...raphy_DigitalCamAccess_RL&hash=item3a69bb5aec

The battery set up was this. http://www.ebay.com/itm/220807297306?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

The lenses I use are leica summicron R 50mm, 35mm, 19mm and then the kit lens 18-200mm.

The monitor arm + clamp is this. http://www.ebay.com/itm/260785137847?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

The Leica R to Sony emount adapter is this. http://www.ebay.com/itm/260747925768?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

The matte box is the Proaim MB-600. http://www.thecinecity.com/eshop/home.php?cat=26

and then I have a follow focus system which is not in the picture.
 
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Postmaster said:
How do you handle that beast on the shoulder Gary?
The pad is way behind the center of balance and I imagine that you have to carry all the wight on your stretched out arms, even with that thingy that preses against your chest.

Is it comfortable if you wear it for a while?

Frank
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It handles very well Frank, and the position of the pad and grips were for quick display only.
I adjust the pad and grips when I am using it as a shoulder mount a little differently
than is shown in the picture.

The center of the weight is not quite on my shoulder when
adjusted but it's not bad, it just depends on what I have on the front and back end as to
how I adjust it and yes it is comfortable at least for me, not to bad on the arms.
The brace in the front also helps.
Though I use a steadicam system and a tripod most of the time.
 
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Thanks for explaining Gary.

I have the same grips and really like them - they are a bit heavy, but much more solid as those Zacuto style clamp-on things.
I can hold my whole 25lbs rig at one grip with confidence.

Frank
 
I really like the light weight approach, would you mind sharing a link to the shoulder pad?
Thanks in advance..
 
I have the same shoulderpad. Well made and light. You can mount the block to different holes to change the angle.
 
My Rig out and about, managed to shoot no sticks, performed well good batt life and all, blew some highlights, fast turnaround edit with no grade, kit lens and nikkor 35-70

Both 25p and 50/25p

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DM_rider said:
If you were referring to the pad I use, here it is.
http://www.berkeysystem.com/store/shoulder-pads/shoulder-pad-assembly-with-ultralight-rail-block/

I also use this porta brace pad every now and then
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/752114-REG/Porta_Brace_SP_3G_Universal_Shoulder_Pad.html
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i also would like to set up a small and compact one...and yours looks perfect.
maybe u can do a list up of every parts (baseplate. evf, handles etc..) ? would be great!
 
maffl said:
i also would like to set up a small and compact one...and yours looks perfect.
maybe u can do a list up of every parts (baseplate. evf, handles etc..) ? would be great!
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Here's what I am using, really basic setup and parts. You wouldn't even necessarily need the top plate for a similar setup.
Berkey fs100 top plate
Berkey dslr baseplate
Porta Brace pad or Berkey pad with rail block
Berkey Handle
 
No picture of an actual rig, but I´m at the Cote d´Azur right now and just wanted to show you the FS100 at work :cheesy:
 

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Photos of various builds on various jobs. I need to put together a simple right hand pistol grip and shoulder pad setup for handheld. Something that allows quick change from dolly / sticks to HH and back. Most of the setups I've seen require too much tweaking time to add / remove the HH components.

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In the below pictures, my FS100 rig under construction :)

The idea is to get the shoulder pad underneath the camera (in order to balance it better on the shoulder, and make the rig shorter). This was achieved using my old Letus riser v.1 (still must go down some 10-15mm, to get in axis with the mattebox). Speaking of the latter: as can be seen, the RedRock mattebox is way too large (not to mention, heavy) - will probably be getting the Proaim MB-600, or even MB-300, instead. Apart from being smaller/lighter, they can be moved along the rails freely to accommodate the changing length of the lens - while one of the RR MB's shortcomings is it can not go backwards beyond a certain limit, as it would collide with the rails ...

In the foreground, the surprisingly good Manfrotto 504HD head on the 535 CF legs - very smooth, and lightweight tripod. Ideal for camera-only usage!

PS. Looking at my rig, please suggest a better way of attaching the nanoFlash... Mounting it at the hot shoe via a ball joint is only temporary, as it's unnecessarily high this way and spoils the rig's balance.
 

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