Best shoulder mount have used for ex1/3 at DVinfo.net

Phil Bloom · August 17th, 2009, 04:40 AM

It's great. Not cheap as you need not just the mount but ideally the strengthening plate and V mount batteries. But bloody hell does it make that camera amazing for handheld!

Philip Bloom Blog Archive The best shoulder mount I have used for my Sony EX3 by far

Mike Chandler · August 17th, 2009, 02:04 PM

Looks great, Phil, but if I'm adding it all up correctly, it's going to cost about $2k to get the mount, plate, batteries, and charger. Think I'll stick with the EL Cheapo for now.

Phil Bloom · August 17th, 2009, 02:05 PM

yep, unless you have already invested in Pro batteries and charger for your pro cams then yes it's a costly investment!

Olof Ekbergh · August 19th, 2009, 02:58 PM

I am working on a production version of the rig in this post:

http://www.dvinfo.net/conf/sony-xdca...der-mount.html

I should have it for sale this winter at less than $700.00.

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Svein Rune Skilnand · August 29th, 2009, 02:52 AM

Hi.
I have recently invested in an EX3. I love the images but struggling to work handheld. I have been looking at the solutions for shoulder mounts and I must say I like the Protech, allthough it is pricey.

What I would like is to just get a shoulderpad for it, but am I correct in thinking that that wouldn`t make up for the front heavy design nad weight distribution? Do I need all the batteries as well? Am I the only one thinking that this camera just gets bigger as everything is added to it? My reason for asking is that I would like to keep it small.

Has anyone tried the Easyrig by the way?

Thanks for reading.

Svein Rune

Vincent Oliver · August 29th, 2009, 02:57 AM

Jeff has modified his original DM shoulder brace. Take a look at his new version, it is excellent.

DM-Accessories - EX3-SHOULDER Shoulder Brace For EX3 Camcorders

Svein Rune Skilnand · September 9th, 2009, 05:13 AM

That looks great, and not too pricey either. Do I also need the strenghtening plate for my tripod or is that part of the package? I feel that the EX3 ontop of a tripod is somewhat wiggly.

Vincent Oliver · September 9th, 2009, 05:22 AM

The base of the shoulder brace provides the extra security. This is attached via one large screw on the base and then two screws at the rear. The kit comes complete with all the screws. I have mounted a Manfrotto quick release to the bottom of the DM mount, you can mount most quick release plates to the DM brace. The Sony shoulder pad can be fitted to the rear of the base mount, but then you can't mount the DM shoulder section.

I would have liked a quick release on the actual shoulder section, this would make it easier to fit in my camera case. Other than that, it works very well.

Doug Jensen · September 9th, 2009, 06:03 AM

An even less expensive option that makes it simple to carry mic receivers, batteries, or counter-weights for balance.
Vortex Media: VIDEO & PHOTO Tools and Training

Vincent Oliver · September 9th, 2009, 10:39 AM

Maybe cheaper Doug, but is it as good?

From the pictures I see on your website, the brace looks like it is only attached by the tripod screw. How do you stop it from swiveling on its axis and can you attach a quick release plate to it?

I like the idea of the rear box for holding "extra tapes/discs" - must look at my EX3 manual again to see where these fit. :-)

Doug Jensen · September 9th, 2009, 11:53 AM

Vincent,
Yes, those are two differences between the two.

Jon Braeley · September 11th, 2009, 09:46 AM

This does look interesting - Vortex Media: VIDEO & PHOTO Tools and Training

But the single screw connection does worry me - are there any reviews in the field that we can read? Any comments from users?

Is this item in stock for shipping? Thanks.

Svein Rune Skilnand · September 11th, 2009, 02:29 PM

Doug, thank you for posting. Excellent DVD on the EX3 by the way.

Your shoulder support is interesting. But is puts me off since I will not be able to put the camera in my bag anymore with that brace attached. I don`t like to put things together when I am on a shoot, since a lot of my work is documentary and need to move in a hurry.

Just out of curiosity, why have you stopped using your disc- based cam and starting shooting on the EX3 instead? I am actually starting to regret I did`nt buy the 335 instead , also for arcival reasons. I think my EX3 is looking more and more like something out of the movie Transformers.

I guess the next EX3 will have more of a form factor like the JVC HM700. The EX3 is an excellent camera but it has its flaws when it comes to design. Why did Sony look to Canon in designing?

Craig Seeman · September 11th, 2009, 03:50 PM

This looks interesting but having two handles doesn't leave an hand free unless you have an extra arm.
Redrock microShoulderMount

Doug Jensen · September 11th, 2009, 04:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jon Braeley

Is this item in stock for shipping? Thanks.

Yes, both the VSB1 and VSB3 are in stock.

August 17th, 2009, 04:40 AM	#1
Phil Bloom Trustee Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: London UK Posts: 1,939	Best shoulder mount have used for ex1/3 It's great. Not cheap as you need not just the mount but ideally the strengthening plate and V mount batteries. But bloody hell does it make that camera amazing for handheld! Philip Bloom Blog Archive The best shoulder mount I have used for my Sony EX3 by far __________________ Philip Bloom Cinematographer, Director, Filmmaker www.philipbloom.net

August 17th, 2009, 02:04 PM	#2
Mike Chandler Major Player Join Date: May 2008 Location: Moab, UT Posts: 264	Looks great, Phil, but if I'm adding it all up correctly, it's going to cost about $2k to get the mount, plate, batteries, and charger. Think I'll stick with the EL Cheapo for now. __________________ www.packcreekproductions.com EX3, Mac Pro, FCP

August 17th, 2009, 02:05 PM	#3
Phil Bloom Trustee Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: London UK Posts: 1,939	yep, unless you have already invested in Pro batteries and charger for your pro cams then yes it's a costly investment! __________________ Philip Bloom Cinematographer, Director, Filmmaker www.philipbloom.net

August 29th, 2009, 02:57 AM	#6
Vincent Oliver Trustee Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Chislehurst, London Posts: 1,724	Jeff has modified his original DM shoulder brace. Take a look at his new version, it is excellent. DM-Accessories - EX3-SHOULDER Shoulder Brace For EX3 Camcorders __________________ Eyes are a deaf man’s ears. Ears are a blind man’s eyes

September 9th, 2009, 05:22 AM	#8
Vincent Oliver Trustee Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Chislehurst, London Posts: 1,724	The base of the shoulder brace provides the extra security. This is attached via one large screw on the base and then two screws at the rear. The kit comes complete with all the screws. I have mounted a Manfrotto quick release to the bottom of the DM mount, you can mount most quick release plates to the DM brace. The Sony shoulder pad can be fitted to the rear of the base mount, but then you can't mount the DM shoulder section. I would have liked a quick release on the actual shoulder section, this would make it easier to fit in my camera case. Other than that, it works very well. __________________ Eyes are a deaf man’s ears. Ears are a blind man’s eyes

August 19th, 2009, 02:58 PM	#4
Olof Ekbergh Sponsor: Westside AV Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Mount Washington Valley, NH, USA Posts: 1,365	I am working on a production version of the rig in this post: http://www.dvinfo.net/conf/sony-xdca...der-mount.html I should have it for sale this winter at less than $700.00. [ Note from Admin: See http://www.dvinfo.net/conf/dv-info-n...agreement.html ]

August 29th, 2009, 02:52 AM	#5
Svein Rune Skilnand Major Player Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Fidjeland, Norway Posts: 289	Hi. I have recently invested in an EX3. I love the images but struggling to work handheld. I have been looking at the solutions for shoulder mounts and I must say I like the Protech, allthough it is pricey. What I would like is to just get a shoulderpad for it, but am I correct in thinking that that wouldn`t make up for the front heavy design nad weight distribution? Do I need all the batteries as well? Am I the only one thinking that this camera just gets bigger as everything is added to it? My reason for asking is that I would like to keep it small. Has anyone tried the Easyrig by the way? Thanks for reading. Svein Rune

September 9th, 2009, 05:13 AM	#7
Svein Rune Skilnand Major Player Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Fidjeland, Norway Posts: 289	That looks great, and not too pricey either. Do I also need the strenghtening plate for my tripod or is that part of the package? I feel that the EX3 ontop of a tripod is somewhat wiggly.

September 9th, 2009, 06:03 AM	#9
Doug Jensen Vortex Media Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 3,450	An even less expensive option that makes it simple to carry mic receivers, batteries, or counter-weights for balance. Vortex Media: VIDEO & PHOTO Tools and Training __________________ Vortex Media http://www.vortexmedia.com/ Sony FS7, F55, and XDCAM training videos, field guides, and other production tools

September 9th, 2009, 10:39 AM	#10
Vincent Oliver Trustee Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Chislehurst, London Posts: 1,724	Maybe cheaper Doug, but is it as good? From the pictures I see on your website, the brace looks like it is only attached by the tripod screw. How do you stop it from swiveling on its axis and can you attach a quick release plate to it? I like the idea of the rear box for holding "extra tapes/discs" - must look at my EX3 manual again to see where these fit. :-) __________________ Eyes are a deaf man’s ears. Ears are a blind man’s eyes

September 9th, 2009, 11:53 AM	#11
Doug Jensen Vortex Media Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 3,450	Vincent, Yes, those are two differences between the two. __________________ Vortex Media http://www.vortexmedia.com/ Sony FS7, F55, and XDCAM training videos, field guides, and other production tools

September 11th, 2009, 09:46 AM	#12
Jon Braeley Major Player Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 528	This does look interesting - Vortex Media: VIDEO & PHOTO Tools and Training But the single screw connection does worry me - are there any reviews in the field that we can read? Any comments from users? Is this item in stock for shipping? Thanks.

September 11th, 2009, 02:29 PM	#13
Svein Rune Skilnand Major Player Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Fidjeland, Norway Posts: 289	Doug, thank you for posting. Excellent DVD on the EX3 by the way. Your shoulder support is interesting. But is puts me off since I will not be able to put the camera in my bag anymore with that brace attached. I don`t like to put things together when I am on a shoot, since a lot of my work is documentary and need to move in a hurry. Just out of curiosity, why have you stopped using your disc- based cam and starting shooting on the EX3 instead? I am actually starting to regret I did`nt buy the 335 instead , also for arcival reasons. I think my EX3 is looking more and more like something out of the movie Transformers. I guess the next EX3 will have more of a form factor like the JVC HM700. The EX3 is an excellent camera but it has its flaws when it comes to design. Why did Sony look to Canon in designing?

September 11th, 2009, 03:50 PM	#14
Craig Seeman Inner Circle Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Brooklyn, NY, USA Posts: 3,841	This looks interesting but having two handles doesn't leave an hand free unless you have an extra arm. Redrock microShoulderMount