Tripod adapter for tape removal on the A1? at DVinfo.net

John Dombrowski · September 17th, 2006, 06:47 PM

Iv'e read over the last few months about different adapters. Can someone recommend a good one and send a link if you could?

Thanks........JD

Mark Bryant · September 18th, 2006, 03:25 AM

One of these
http://www.dm-accessories.com/shop/i...=index&cPath=2

I have the PROAT, which also has an accessory mount bar. If you don't need that then look at the PROT. Or the SHIM if it fits your tripod.

Harold Schreiber · September 26th, 2006, 07:44 PM

Hi John,

Sounds like you need a "Bottom Loader" fix up. If so, I've simply made my own for my two Bottom Loader Sonys. A D-8 and a Mini-DV unit. Sent me a PM with your E-Mail, and I'll send you pics. You should be able to make your own on the cheap.

Harold

John Dombrowski · September 26th, 2006, 08:16 PM

Bought the one from the post above, thanks...

Quote:

Originally Posted by Harold Schreiber

Hi John,

Sounds like you need a "Bottom Loader" fix up. If so, I've simply made my own for my two Bottom Loader Sonys. A D-8 and a Mini-DV unit. Sent me a PM with your E-Mail, and I'll send you pics. You should be able to make your own on the cheap.

Harold

Alex Thames · September 27th, 2006, 04:14 AM

I actually prefer the Cavision one over the DeMaagd one, as the Cavision one has several advantages over the DeMaagd accessory.

John Dewey · September 27th, 2006, 10:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alex Thames

I actually prefer the Cavision one over the DeMaagd one, as the Cavision one has several advantages over the DeMaagd accessory.

What are the several advantages of the Cavision adapter? I am also trying to decide which adapter to purchase.

Bill McMullen · October 1st, 2006, 02:43 AM

I have the Cavision one, it's tiny and only rises the camera about 3/4 inch. It may not work for you if you are putting the camera directy on a tripod with a large mounting surface, but using it with the Cavision rod kit that I have, it works well. Very small and concise, much less intrusive than the others I've seen.

I should point out that due to it's fairly small size and small L-shaped surface which the camera rests on, when I cinch down the camera on the rods set-up, it tends to pull the camera into a slightly un-level state, pulling down on the 'empty' side of the adaptor, the right-hand tape-eject side. I almost think the adaptor could use an extended 'c' shape base for the camera to rest on rather than the 'L' shape it has. Again, a flaw in the entire Sony/A1U 'bottom-loading' design is making the adaptor necessary in the first place, so it's likely a losing battle all of these adaptors have to face.

It's a well-made black anodized aluminum CNC'ed piece, and it's affordable; if I recall it was about $35 US, and Cavision has been a helpful company to interact with.

Phil Bloom · October 24th, 2006, 04:29 AM

I have the same problem with Bill and the cavision one in that it pulls everything up. I have bought the other one mentioned earlier. It's more substantial. It will interesting to see how they compare

September 17th, 2006, 06:47 PM	#1
John Dombrowski Regular Crew Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 45	Tripod adapter for tape removal on the A1? Iv'e read over the last few months about different adapters. Can someone recommend a good one and send a link if you could? Thanks........JD

October 1st, 2006, 02:43 AM	#7
Bill McMullen Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 31	I have the Cavision one, it's tiny and only rises the camera about 3/4 inch. It may not work for you if you are putting the camera directy on a tripod with a large mounting surface, but using it with the Cavision rod kit that I have, it works well. Very small and concise, much less intrusive than the others I've seen. I should point out that due to it's fairly small size and small L-shaped surface which the camera rests on, when I cinch down the camera on the rods set-up, it tends to pull the camera into a slightly un-level state, pulling down on the 'empty' side of the adaptor, the right-hand tape-eject side. I almost think the adaptor could use an extended 'c' shape base for the camera to rest on rather than the 'L' shape it has. Again, a flaw in the entire Sony/A1U 'bottom-loading' design is making the adaptor necessary in the first place, so it's likely a losing battle all of these adaptors have to face. It's a well-made black anodized aluminum CNC'ed piece, and it's affordable; if I recall it was about $35 US, and Cavision has been a helpful company to interact with. Last edited by Bill McMullen; October 1st, 2006 at 03:21 AM.

October 24th, 2006, 04:29 AM	#8
Phil Bloom Trustee Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: London UK Posts: 1,939	I have the same problem with Bill and the cavision one in that it pulls everything up. I have bought the other one mentioned earlier. It's more substantial. It will interesting to see how they compare __________________ Philip Bloom Cinematographer, Director, Filmmaker www.philipbloom.net

September 18th, 2006, 03:25 AM	#2
Mark Bryant Regular Crew Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Bath, England Posts: 119	One of these http://www.dm-accessories.com/shop/i...=index&cPath=2 I have the PROAT, which also has an accessory mount bar. If you don't need that then look at the PROT. Or the SHIM if it fits your tripod.

September 26th, 2006, 07:44 PM	#3
Harold Schreiber Major Player Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Olathe, Kansas Posts: 309	Hi John, Sounds like you need a "Bottom Loader" fix up. If so, I've simply made my own for my two Bottom Loader Sonys. A D-8 and a Mini-DV unit. Sent me a PM with your E-Mail, and I'll send you pics. You should be able to make your own on the cheap. Harold

September 27th, 2006, 04:14 AM	#5
Alex Thames Major Player Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: New York Posts: 508	I actually prefer the Cavision one over the DeMaagd one, as the Cavision one has several advantages over the DeMaagd accessory.