Sub $1,300 rig

[Scott Bastedo]

I'm looking to build a rig for my new DSLR. I'm used to shooting cinema, but due to a recent career shift (I'm teaching college full-time), I need a versatile rig. I plan on getting into weddings and doing local commercials on weekends and then full-time during the summer months. I am also thinking of getting a Blackmagic 4k camera or a Sony FS700 sometime next year.

I currently need a heavy-duty rig that is future-proof for larger cameras. For now, I would like shoulder support, height-adjustable mount, arm rather than cage, and follow focus. I will be adding a battery mount and matte-box later. I'm hoping to spend under $1,300, but I realize that might be a stretch.

Any suggestions?

 

[SDub]

Get in on this and spend $900 for rhino's full shoulder rig mount, possibly? It has size/weight specifications for both cameras you listed. After watching the video and seeing that shoulder rig in action, I'm kind of in love.

Check it out: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/rhinocg/rhino-rig-for-dslr-and-cinema-cameras

 

[Scott Bastedo]

Looks nice, but I wouldn't want to put cash down on something that isn't tangible.

 

[Sol M.]

I'd recommend looking into Gini rigs. Great quality and great prices.