GH2 The PW Cage is HERE

strangways said:
Hey Perry,

Is there anything to prevent the GH2 from twisting? A little lip or something that rests against the edge of the camera, so it's not just relying on pressure from the tripod screw to keep it aligned?
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There is a product like that already (can't remember the exact name or brand) but it was only for Arca swiss type mounts
 
I can't tell from the renderings but is there a cutout space in the cage to attach a cable to the audio jack? Since a 2.5mm to 3.5mm adapter is needed to attach standard mini plugs to the audio jack, you need to make a large enough cutout for it.
 
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The ReWo cage was introduced earlier this year.
http://www.rewoshop.com/ReWo-GH2-Cage-Set

Also a review of the ReWo from back in May 2011
http://www.eoshd.com/content/639/rewo-gh2-cage-full-review

The similarities between the two are way too close, even the notching around the shutter release. There's no way that's by coincidence. Hmmmmm.

I'm not convinced a dedicated fitted cage to a camera is a good idea, because camera product cycles are short and a GH3 is certainly within 6-12 months and who knows if it will maintain the same body design. I've been using an Easom cage for 2 years, received number 4 in the first batch and find that design is so versatile. Easom can be used with Canons, GH2, Nikons, Sony DSLRs.

Best of luck with the PW cage project.


ed_lee83 said:
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There is a product like that already (can't remember the exact name or brand) but it was only for Arca swiss type mounts
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Hehe, I live in ft myers too, but I don't collaborate with anyone because I am embarrased to live here. I cannot wait to escape soon.
 
peanutbutter said:
Hehe, I live in ft myers too, but I don't collaborate with anyone because I am embarrased to live here. I cannot wait to escape soon.
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Ah one of those people huh ;) well Im ok with being here... Florida is paradise, beautiful weather, great beaches, and a GREAT film community... why dont you work with anyone... hit me up on FB is youd like to come on set for a shoot day...
 
I am absolutely in for a production model of this.

Just what I am looking for (worst thing about the GH2 is "inadvertently touching all the buttons)

I do not want to go down the "investor route" but certainly do advise via this forum if it goes into production or if you have one for sale in the very near future please.)
 
Shooter said:
I do not want to go down the "investor route" but certainly do advise via this forum if it goes into production or if you have one for sale in the very near future please.)
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From the PW Cage IndieGoGo website:
These are limited run cages. Once the IndieGoGo is over it’s over.
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There will be no production run beyond this one. If you want one, you'd better get in on the IndieGoGo offer.
 
photonashville said:
The ReWo cage was introduced earlier this year.
http://www.rewoshop.com/ReWo-GH2-Cage-Set

Also a review of the ReWo from back in May 2011
http://www.eoshd.com/content/639/rewo-gh2-cage-full-review

The similarities between the two are way too close, even the notching around the shutter release. There's no way that's by coincidence. Hmmmmm.

I'm not convinced a dedicated fitted cage to a camera is a good idea, because camera product cycles are short and a GH3 is certainly within 6-12 months and who knows if it will maintain the same body design. I've been using an Easom cage for 2 years, received number 4 in the first batch and find that design is so versatile. Easom can be used with Canons, GH2, Nikons, Sony DSLRs.

Best of luck with the PW cage project.
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I too think it is far too similar to ReWo's cage. Is this a copy?
 
it isnt a copy, it is a redesign based on inspiration from their system. If you followed the thread on personal view, you would have seen that it was designed by member suggestions. There are only so many shapes that follow the GH2 body.
 
photonashville said:
The ReWo cage was introduced earlier this year.
http://www.rewoshop.com/ReWo-GH2-Cage-Set

Also a review of the ReWo from back in May 2011
http://www.eoshd.com/content/639/rewo-gh2-cage-full-review

The similarities between the two are way too close, even the notching around the shutter release. There's no way that's by coincidence. Hmmmmm.

I'm not convinced a dedicated fitted cage to a camera is a good idea, because camera product cycles are short and a GH3 is certainly within 6-12 months and who knows if it will maintain the same body design. I've been using an Easom cage for 2 years, received number 4 in the first batch and find that design is so versatile. Easom can be used with Canons, GH2, Nikons, Sony DSLRs.

Best of luck with the PW cage project.
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Big deal. Whats your point? How many different ways can you possibly design a cage for a gh2, there has to be similarities, kinda like any two companies that make, jibs, 15mm rigs, steadycams, follow focuses, or pretty much anything ever designed that relates to filmmaking gear in general. Everybody has similar products. most people would call that competition.

I think it's a waste of time and bandwidth to even bring up such a moot point. And if your happy with what your currently using, then dont buy it. So in the future, you may think twice about trolling someones thread for no good reason!

I must have been writing this at the same time you were Perry. lol
 
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