New Century Optics/Vocas HVX Matte-Box Mount at DVinfo.net

Robert Lane · March 3rd, 2006, 03:33 PM

I just got my HVX mount from Century Optics today; previously all I had was the mount designed for the Z1 (which is shown in the photos posted in the image gallery).

The *new* mount specific for the HVX really is new, in 2 ways:

- It is designed to fit the: Z1/FX1, DVX100A/B, PD-150/170, and of course our beloved HVX200.

- The best part though, is that the new mount plate comes WITH a built-in swing-down shoulder support!! Wow, how cool is that?!

When I get time later this weekend I'll take some photos of the new mount and post it in the image gallery.

Jeff Kilgroe · March 3rd, 2006, 07:53 PM

Cool, let us know what you think of it. Where'd you buy? Direct from Century?

Robert Lane · March 4th, 2006, 06:41 PM

Yes, the mount/box system came direct from C.O. I've been working with them directly on making sure the new HVX mount would fit properly. Previously, they had assumed that the mount designed for the Z1 would work, but the vertical adjustment was 4mm too short and the locating pin was too large.

The new mount works just like the old one does, with the exception of the added shoulder rest. I have not used it (and don't think I ever would based on my shooting methods and style) but it's nice to know it's there - just in case.

Mark Sullivan · March 7th, 2006, 04:45 PM

Robert, do you have a link to it?...I'd like to see what it looks like and cant find it

ty
Mark

Derek Hoffmann · March 7th, 2006, 05:01 PM

What filters will this matte box take? I am looking for a system that will work with all my 4x5.6 filters. Any links for the matte box would be great.

Thanks

April 9th, 2006, 01:15 PM

Hey Robert,

I know you're busy, but just wanted to see if you've used the Century Matte-Box long enough to form an overall opinion yet? Century makes a quality product, so I'm sure it's working well for you, but just wanted to ask. Nice photos in the Image Gallary. Thanks.

Leigh Wanstead · April 9th, 2006, 01:45 PM

Hi Robert,

Can you tell me the measurement? And how much?

TIA

Regards
Leigh

Robert Lane · April 9th, 2006, 01:52 PM

The new box system is works just as well as the older version. As noted before it comes with a swing-down shoulder brace which I had to remove because it got in the way of the mounting system for my jib.

Leigh,

Goto www.centuryoptics.com for tech specs and pricing.

Leigh Wanstead · April 9th, 2006, 03:17 PM

Can you give a url? I have trouble to find that item you mentioned.

TIA

Regards
Leigh

Quote:

Originally Posted by Robert Lane

Leigh,

Goto www.centuryoptics.com for tech specs and pricing.

March 3rd, 2006, 03:33 PM	#1
Robert Lane Go Go Godzilla Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mesa, AZ Posts: 2,826 Images: 15	New Century Optics/Vocas HVX Matte-Box Mount I just got my HVX mount from Century Optics today; previously all I had was the mount designed for the Z1 (which is shown in the photos posted in the image gallery). The new mount specific for the HVX really is new, in 2 ways: - It is designed to fit the: Z1/FX1, DVX100A/B, PD-150/170, and of course our beloved HVX200. - The best part though, is that the new mount plate comes WITH a built-in swing-down shoulder support!! Wow, how cool is that?! When I get time later this weekend I'll take some photos of the new mount and post it in the image gallery.

March 3rd, 2006, 07:53 PM	#2
Jeff Kilgroe Major Player Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Golden, CO Posts: 681	Cool, let us know what you think of it. Where'd you buy? Direct from Century? __________________ - Jeff Kilgroe - Applied Visual Technologies \| DarkScience - www.darkscience.com

April 9th, 2006, 01:15 PM	#6
Guest Posts: n/a	How's the Century Matte-Box Working Out? Hey Robert, I know you're busy, but just wanted to see if you've used the Century Matte-Box long enough to form an overall opinion yet? Century makes a quality product, so I'm sure it's working well for you, but just wanted to ask. Nice photos in the Image Gallary. Thanks.

March 4th, 2006, 06:41 PM	#3
Robert Lane Go Go Godzilla Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mesa, AZ Posts: 2,826 Images: 15	Yes, the mount/box system came direct from C.O. I've been working with them directly on making sure the new HVX mount would fit properly. Previously, they had assumed that the mount designed for the Z1 would work, but the vertical adjustment was 4mm too short and the locating pin was too large. The new mount works just like the old one does, with the exception of the added shoulder rest. I have not used it (and don't think I ever would based on my shooting methods and style) but it's nice to know it's there - just in case.

March 7th, 2006, 04:45 PM	#4
Mark Sullivan Tourist Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 1	Robert, do you have a link to it?...I'd like to see what it looks like and cant find it ty Mark

March 7th, 2006, 05:01 PM	#5
Derek Hoffmann New Boot Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Hawaii Posts: 13	What filters will this matte box take? I am looking for a system that will work with all my 4x5.6 filters. Any links for the matte box would be great. Thanks

April 9th, 2006, 01:45 PM	#7
Leigh Wanstead Trustee Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: NZ Posts: 1,276	Hi Robert, Can you tell me the measurement? And how much? TIA Regards Leigh

April 9th, 2006, 01:52 PM	#8
Robert Lane Go Go Godzilla Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mesa, AZ Posts: 2,826 Images: 15	The new box system is works just as well as the older version. As noted before it comes with a swing-down shoulder brace which I had to remove because it got in the way of the mounting system for my jib. Leigh, Goto www.centuryoptics.com for tech specs and pricing.