FS7: Zacuto VCT Baseplate issues

How is the Chrosziel working out for you? I just received mine from CVP (I'm in the US). Also, how do you loosen the hollow screws that hold the shoulder pad in place (I want to slide it forward)? Mine came without instructions.
 
Mertzwiller said:
How is the Chrosziel working out for you? I just received mine from CVP (I'm in the US). Also, how do you loosen the hollow screws that hold the shoulder pad in place (I want to slide it forward)? Mine came without instructions.
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How do you loosen them? Hex key and then shift it forward.

I really like the plate, it's rock solid. I've just received the additional rear rod mount attachment from Chrosziel. Haven't had a chance to put anything on it yet.
 
Mandy from Zacuto here. We've been reading your concerns and hopes about the FS7 and baseplates/rigs for it and have designed some unique accessories like our Rosette Minimount to make the most of this new hot camera. The FS7 Recoil is our balanced shoulder solution that really makes the most of the awesome Sony accessories like the camera grip and top handle. Check it out here: http://store.zacuto.com/sony-fs7-recoil/ . For a limited time we are offering it with a free VCT Tripod Plate. And, if you want a turnkey rig with a Gratical HD EVF too, we're offering a complete package with extra savings.

We'd love to chat and answer your questions either in here or on the phone or email. sales@zacuto.com (312) 863 3456

Thanks - Mandy
 
Does the Chrosziel actually work balance wise? From their video, it looks like the shoulder pad is even further back than the Sony VCT plate or Vocas etc. Maybe OK if you have rear V Lock batteries but will be WAY too front heavy for standard FS7 config???
 
Have these manufacturers actually tried balancing with their plates attached?!! ;)

Looks like Zacuto is the only solution.
 
Determined to stay with stock viewfinder for the time being and needing the VF a bit more away from the body (and away from my eye), I used the stock VF rod on the camera and a longer rod for the VF. All I need is a LANC extension and I can make due for now.

One problem I still have is I want to use lens support with my Canon 70-200 2.8, but their isn't enough room for the http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?N=10665488&InitialSearch=yes&sts=pi and keep everything where it is currently...move the camera in relation to the Zacuto VCT Universal to make room and it throws everything off.

All I have to do is fold the arm back and it fits nicely in my http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1133196-REG/porta_brace_rig_fs7xt_carrying_case_with.html .

Suggestions welcome.

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Rather than using a lens support that screws into the 1/4-20 on the 70-200 collar/foot, why not get a lens support like the Tilta (http://www.adorama.com/IALST03.html?gclid=CMG90p2Y08YCFYI7gQodmPIPcA), it's narrow and just has a nice flat angled area that will support any lens. I use that one all the time for my Nikon 80-200, just put it anywhere that isn't the zoom or focus ring. On the Canon 70-200, you've got between the rings or at the front of the lens.
 
jshbckr said:
Rather than using a lens support that screws into the 1/4-20 on the 70-200 collar/foot, why not get a lens support like the Tilta (http://www.adorama.com/IALST03.html?gclid=CMG90p2Y08YCFYI7gQodmPIPcA), it's narrow and just has a nice flat angled area that will support any lens. I use that one all the time for my Nikon 80-200, just put it anywhere that isn't the zoom or focus ring. On the Canon 70-200, you've got between the rings or at the front of the lens.
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In order to properly support a lens, it's necessary that it be restrained in 3 DOF. A "V" support, alone, isn't sufficient to maintain an optical axis that's perpendicular to the focal plane. Bending moments on the mount with a support that has only vertical support can be quite extreme, especially when errant fingers really crank down on the support. One of the best supports on the market can be had from Smallrig, here:
http://www.amazon.com/Smallrig®-150...=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B00QUX9WX2
 
cuervo said:
In order to properly support a lens, it's necessary that it be restrained in 3 DOF. A "V" support, alone, isn't sufficient to maintain an optical axis that's perpendicular to the focal plane. Bending moments on the mount with a support that has only vertical support can be quite extreme, especially when errant fingers really crank down on the support. One of the best supports on the market can be had from Smallrig, here:
http://www.amazon.com/Smallrig®-1505-Quick-Release-Support/dp/B00QUX9WX2%3FSubscriptionId%3DAKIAILSHYYTFIVPWUY6Q%26tag%3Dduckduckgo-d-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3DB00QUX9WX2
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Its kind of funny, the support that you link to actually shows what appears to be a 70-200 being supported EXACTLY the same way as the Tilta support and method that you seem to recommend against.
 
cuervo said:
In order to properly support a lens, it's necessary that it be restrained in 3 DOF. A "V" support, alone, isn't sufficient to maintain an optical axis that's perpendicular to the focal plane. Bending moments on the mount with a support that has only vertical support can be quite extreme, especially when errant fingers really crank down on the support. One of the best supports on the market can be had from Smallrig, here:
http://www.amazon.com/Smallrig®-150...=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B00QUX9WX2
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Fair enough, but it my experience, I'm not flipping my camera upside down or on its side, and the E-mount should be sufficient it stoping fore/aft movement. The only real concern many of us have for stress on the E-mount is the downward pull on the front of a long lens. The Tilta support just lightly butted up against the underside of the lens will reduce a significant amount of stress on the mount. Certainly better than no support at all. And in gkantziper's case, they said the FS7 is too far back on the plate to attach a lens support to the rods (check the pictures, the 70-200's collar would be behind the rails). So my suggestion was merely a solution to that specific case. Is it the ideal lens support? No. But is it better than no lens support at all? I'd say yes.
 
Run&Gun said:
Its kind of funny, the support that you link to actually shows what appears to be a 70-200 being supported EXACTLY the same way as the Tilta support and method that you seem to recommend against.
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It also shows it directly supporting the focus ring... :huh:
 
I'm returning my Zacuto 1/4 20" Lens Support as it doesn't fit with my set-up. I bought an Ikan and works OK when camera is oriented in "normal" positions. It is very obvious support is needed when adjusting the Ikan support. (FS7 + Metabones Ultra + 70-200 2.8)
 
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