ex1/r users, handheld/tripod/monopod

Mark Rule · December 17th, 2010, 04:38 AM

At the moment the EXMount is focused on the EX-3 - but we are looking at making some adaptations for other cameras.

We recently sold a mount to an EX-1 user - and as far as I know, he's happy with the way its working with his EX-1.

We've had a lot of enquiries about using the mount with a range of cameras - so it is something we'll be looking at closer in the next few weeks.

Any feedback, questions etc are welcomed.

Mark

Ronnie Martin · December 20th, 2010, 04:57 PM

Hey Jim I find that the Ex-1 R using the large sony battery and the Hoodman adapter on the fold out viewfinder works super. I stuck some foam padding on the end of the battery and it rests on my clavicle area comfortably. However, I know you shoot with your left eye and that may be a problem. I am also left eyed but I found out if I forced my self to use my right eye that after a while my dominance changed. I had the same problem with my operating microscope in my practice. I am naturally left handed and left eyed but when a child was changed to right handed. Now I can't write with either hand.. :) It took a while but my dominance switched to my right eye. If I stay off the scope or the camera for a few days it takes a few minutes to switch. I have heard of helicopter pilots having sighting problems with the view finder on their guns when they were left eyed. However, most of them were able to switch dominance. Wearing a patch for a day or so over your left eye may help. I write all of this assuming that your problem is dominance. If you have a vision problem with your right eye then all my advice is bogus.

Of all the XDCAM cameras I have owned I like the ex-R the best. I think it gives the most bang for the buck.

Take care

Ronie

Dana Kupper · December 22nd, 2010, 10:03 AM

Almost everything I shoot is handheld and I use this piece of equipment with the little cameras. I started using this with the DVX100, and now use it even on my EX3 for support.
Davis & Sanford Steady Stick Compact for Camcorders with 1/4"-20 Tripod Connection (I took off the handle part that sticks out.)
It goes to my waist and disconnects easily when I don't need it. It also just hangs from my belt when I am not using it, so it is better than a monopod that I have to set it down and then find it again when I want it.
Of course, like everything, it's a personal thing, and I have used it so much I am used to it, but other people I have shown this to have liked it.
I can really shoot all day without too much fatigue, and I can get pretty decent steady long lens shots. It is also great for quickie interviews, I can hold the camera at their eyelevel and keep pretty good eye contact with only an occasional glance at the screen.
It's cheap too! But I love it so much I am on my second one, having worn out the first one!

December 20th, 2010, 04:57 PM	#17
Ronnie Martin Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Brandon, Ms 39042 USA Posts: 159	Hey Jim I find that the Ex-1 R using the large sony battery and the Hoodman adapter on the fold out viewfinder works super. I stuck some foam padding on the end of the battery and it rests on my clavicle area comfortably. However, I know you shoot with your left eye and that may be a problem. I am also left eyed but I found out if I forced my self to use my right eye that after a while my dominance changed. I had the same problem with my operating microscope in my practice. I am naturally left handed and left eyed but when a child was changed to right handed. Now I can't write with either hand.. :) It took a while but my dominance switched to my right eye. If I stay off the scope or the camera for a few days it takes a few minutes to switch. I have heard of helicopter pilots having sighting problems with the view finder on their guns when they were left eyed. However, most of them were able to switch dominance. Wearing a patch for a day or so over your left eye may help. I write all of this assuming that your problem is dominance. If you have a vision problem with your right eye then all my advice is bogus. Of all the XDCAM cameras I have owned I like the ex-R the best. I think it gives the most bang for the buck. Take care Ronie __________________ Ronnie Martin Kato Video

December 17th, 2010, 04:38 AM	#16
Mark Rule Regular Crew Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Auckland, New Zealand Posts: 24	At the moment the EXMount is focused on the EX-3 - but we are looking at making some adaptations for other cameras. We recently sold a mount to an EX-1 user - and as far as I know, he's happy with the way its working with his EX-1. We've had a lot of enquiries about using the mount with a range of cameras - so it is something we'll be looking at closer in the next few weeks. Any feedback, questions etc are welcomed. Mark

December 22nd, 2010, 10:03 AM	#18
Dana Kupper Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 36	Almost everything I shoot is handheld and I use this piece of equipment with the little cameras. I started using this with the DVX100, and now use it even on my EX3 for support. Davis & Sanford Steady Stick Compact for Camcorders with 1/4"-20 Tripod Connection (I took off the handle part that sticks out.) It goes to my waist and disconnects easily when I don't need it. It also just hangs from my belt when I am not using it, so it is better than a monopod that I have to set it down and then find it again when I want it. Of course, like everything, it's a personal thing, and I have used it so much I am used to it, but other people I have shown this to have liked it. I can really shoot all day without too much fatigue, and I can get pretty decent steady long lens shots. It is also great for quickie interviews, I can hold the camera at their eyelevel and keep pretty good eye contact with only an occasional glance at the screen. It's cheap too! But I love it so much I am on my second one, having worn out the first one!