Micro35 (original thread)

Joshua Starnes · February 22nd, 2005, 03:46 PM

Yeah, I've got to talk about Chris about that - I can't find anything on the profile page to fix it. I'll e-mail you off list.

Leo Mandy · February 22nd, 2005, 04:52 PM

So am I right in assuming that you are not using regular 35mm SLR lenses anymore James? Sorry, I was getting a bit confused with all the matte boxes and fast glass and lomo talk!

James Hurd · February 22nd, 2005, 04:59 PM

Mandy,
I'm still using 35mm SLR lenses. The LOMO setup was specified by the first "Pre-Assembled" unit order.

Obin Olson · February 22nd, 2005, 06:37 PM

James I am still waiting for your call...do you have my number?

Ivan Hurtado · February 22nd, 2005, 06:45 PM

James i just got my first 50 mm 1/8 Nikon and found a family treasure (80-200 2´8 all the way!)...

But i have a question. I will probably buy one of the kits or pre-assembled cos it´s difficult to translate the terms (nobody in spain knows anything about ground glasses for example) And i will ask it for a XM1 (GL1)... But.

It´s a nearly four years old camera and i´m thinking of the future and well discussed HDX... will it be difficult to change the configuration from one camera to the other? or i will be able to ask you for any piece to make it?

Things are getting near and i´m loving it! Mi XM is getting excited...

James Hurd · February 22nd, 2005, 07:04 PM

Obin, try me again.

Ivan, switching cameras should be fine. I believe the new rail setup will adjust fine.

Dave Frank · February 25th, 2005, 01:05 AM

What follow focus system do you recommend to use in conjunction with this system and say a set of Nikon MF lenses? Also, any thoughts to which lower-cost(under 2gs) steadicam rig?

Also, I didn't seem to find the information on this thread about the loss of light with the adaptor.

James Hurd · February 25th, 2005, 09:22 AM

Hey Dave,
I've seen a cheaper follow focus unit on ebay, but haven't seen it in a while. I've thought about building one myself.

The magiqcam is awesome.

Thanks!

Obin Olson · February 25th, 2005, 09:41 AM

JAMES I need to place an order...guys on the board..I don't know what mount to get for the first test run at this project...canon nikon? what? please help FAST as I have a project coming in for this setup and I need to make an order for some lenses for this unit ASAP

James what did you use for glass on the pics with the matte box on teh front?

Obin Olson · February 25th, 2005, 09:44 AM

what I feel would be the most important thing would be EASY SMOOTH focus.the WORST part of my homemade GG Adaptor is the focus..every friggen time I focus the image shakes. this is from the crappy mount I have ..how is the micro35? what LENS would give me a solid smooth focus?

James Hurd · February 25th, 2005, 09:49 AM

Obin,
I was using a Sigma 24-70 lens.

You can achieve a smooth focus with this setup. But you must have a decent lens that isn't loose.

The rails are very tight!

Hope this helps!

James

James Webb · February 25th, 2005, 05:58 PM

James, could you please take a moment and give us all an informative and concise update on where you are with regard to: shipping the "how to" manuals, general R&D, the status of ordering the kits, taking orders on the pre-builts, etc., etc., etc.

Thanks dude!

Dave Frank · February 26th, 2005, 01:06 AM

Any thoughts on oscillating glass either?

James Hurd · February 26th, 2005, 03:02 PM

James,

I'm still waiting on the guides. The packages are ready to ship, I'm just waiting for the guides to arrive from the printers. I've been in contact with them several times. We've had problem after problem. Because of the long delay, I've decided to ship a new GG and sticker with every guide.

I'm finished with R&D. I'm currently setting up the outsource production line. The standard adapter will use a C-Mount. Then depending on what lens system you order for, I'll use a C-Mount to SLR adapter. This should make every system the same and should keep assembly moving at a decent pace.

Once the outsource assembly is up, I'll have parts to sell as "Kit only". I'll also be selling the parts individually for those who are building the adapter.

I've taken several orders on pre-builts to help get the assembly process worked out. This is how we ended up with the new rails.

By the way, the rails we be selling for $250 by themselves.

Dave,
Unless you just like spending money, there's no need for an oscillating glass. The current device looks just as good as any oscillating device I've seen.

Hope this helps guys.

James

Dave Frank · February 26th, 2005, 03:26 PM

James,

Not to get off topic or anything, but I thought the idea behind the oscillating glass was the ability to use higher f-stops. That ability would be great if it could be a part of the system.

-Dave

February 22nd, 2005, 06:45 PM	#290
Ivan Hurtado Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Granada, Spain Posts: 75	James i just got my first 50 mm 1/8 Nikon and found a family treasure (80-200 2´8 all the way!)... But i have a question. I will probably buy one of the kits or pre-assembled cos it´s difficult to translate the terms (nobody in spain knows anything about ground glasses for example) And i will ask it for a XM1 (GL1)... But. It´s a nearly four years old camera and i´m thinking of the future and well discussed HDX... will it be difficult to change the configuration from one camera to the other? or i will be able to ask you for any piece to make it? Things are getting near and i´m loving it! Mi XM is getting excited... __________________ IvI

February 25th, 2005, 01:05 AM	#292
Dave Frank Major Player Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 244	What follow focus system do you recommend to use in conjunction with this system and say a set of Nikon MF lenses? Also, any thoughts to which lower-cost(under 2gs) steadicam rig? Also, I didn't seem to find the information on this thread about the loss of light with the adaptor. __________________ http://www.sleeptightmovie.com

February 25th, 2005, 05:58 PM	#297
James Webb Regular Crew Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 40	update please James, could you please take a moment and give us all an informative and concise update on where you are with regard to: shipping the "how to" manuals, general R&D, the status of ordering the kits, taking orders on the pre-builts, etc., etc., etc. Thanks dude!

February 26th, 2005, 01:06 AM	#298
Dave Frank Major Player Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 244	Any thoughts on oscillating glass either? __________________ http://www.sleeptightmovie.com

February 26th, 2005, 03:26 PM	#300
Dave Frank Major Player Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 244	James, Not to get off topic or anything, but I thought the idea behind the oscillating glass was the ability to use higher f-stops. That ability would be great if it could be a part of the system. -Dave __________________ http://www.sleeptightmovie.com

February 22nd, 2005, 03:46 PM	#286
Joshua Starnes Major Player Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 356	Yeah, I've got to talk about Chris about that - I can't find anything on the profile page to fix it. I'll e-mail you off list.

February 22nd, 2005, 04:52 PM	#287
Leo Mandy Major Player Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 749	So am I right in assuming that you are not using regular 35mm SLR lenses anymore James? Sorry, I was getting a bit confused with all the matte boxes and fast glass and lomo talk!

February 22nd, 2005, 04:59 PM	#288
James Hurd Micro35 Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Texas Posts: 221	Mandy, I'm still using 35mm SLR lenses. The LOMO setup was specified by the first "Pre-Assembled" unit order.

February 22nd, 2005, 06:37 PM	#289
Obin Olson Trustee Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Wilmington NC Posts: 1,414	James I am still waiting for your call...do you have my number?

February 22nd, 2005, 07:04 PM	#291
James Hurd Micro35 Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Texas Posts: 221	Obin, try me again. Ivan, switching cameras should be fine. I believe the new rail setup will adjust fine.

February 25th, 2005, 09:22 AM	#293
James Hurd Micro35 Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Texas Posts: 221	Hey Dave, I've seen a cheaper follow focus unit on ebay, but haven't seen it in a while. I've thought about building one myself. The magiqcam is awesome. Thanks!

February 25th, 2005, 09:41 AM	#294
Obin Olson Trustee Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Wilmington NC Posts: 1,414	JAMES I need to place an order...guys on the board..I don't know what mount to get for the first test run at this project...canon nikon? what? please help FAST as I have a project coming in for this setup and I need to make an order for some lenses for this unit ASAP James what did you use for glass on the pics with the matte box on teh front?

February 25th, 2005, 09:44 AM	#295
Obin Olson Trustee Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Wilmington NC Posts: 1,414	what I feel would be the most important thing would be EASY SMOOTH focus.the WORST part of my homemade GG Adaptor is the focus..every friggen time I focus the image shakes. this is from the crappy mount I have ..how is the micro35? what LENS would give me a solid smooth focus?

February 25th, 2005, 09:49 AM	#296
James Hurd Micro35 Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Texas Posts: 221	Obin, I was using a Sigma 24-70 lens. You can achieve a smooth focus with this setup. But you must have a decent lens that isn't loose. The rails are very tight! Hope this helps! James

February 26th, 2005, 03:02 PM	#299
James Hurd Micro35 Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Texas Posts: 221	James, I'm still waiting on the guides. The packages are ready to ship, I'm just waiting for the guides to arrive from the printers. I've been in contact with them several times. We've had problem after problem. Because of the long delay, I've decided to ship a new GG and sticker with every guide. I'm finished with R&D. I'm currently setting up the outsource production line. The standard adapter will use a C-Mount. Then depending on what lens system you order for, I'll use a C-Mount to SLR adapter. This should make every system the same and should keep assembly moving at a decent pace. Once the outsource assembly is up, I'll have parts to sell as "Kit only". I'll also be selling the parts individually for those who are building the adapter. I've taken several orders on pre-builts to help get the assembly process worked out. This is how we ended up with the new rails. By the way, the rails we be selling for $250 by themselves. Dave, Unless you just like spending money, there's no need for an oscillating glass. The current device looks just as good as any oscillating device I've seen. Hope this helps guys. James