Looking to purchase for a Sony NEX FX100. We will be putting on matte box. How many weights would you recommend for this and where can we obtain?
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I'm guessing it would take 8-10 weights. And if you're looking for just weights B&H sells them, but if you're buying the whole glidecam then it comes with them. Hope this helps!
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Hey A.M.M Arguello, I noticed in your initial post you mentioned you have the NEX-3 camera. I also noticed in your last post that you ordered the 55-210 mm zoom lense. Have you had a chance to use the 55-210 mm zoom lense with your NEX-3 yet? Have you had any problems? I only ask because on the sony website this lense does not list the NEX-3 as a compatible camera. However I think this has to do with the fact that the NEX-3 was technically a discontinued model when this lense was released. Any first hand experience you can provide would be much appreciated.
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Sony sells a case for nex3n available on Amazon for $13. Evecase sells one too for $15. I have the Sony case. Works ok, not too fancy.
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Dennis, I have the NEX 6, and I first tried the adaptor without the translucent mirror, which had only intermittent autofocusing. By exchanging it for the LAE2 version, I experienced rapid autofocusing with my Sony A-mount lenses, particularly the 28-250 zoom. Yes, it does add some bulk to the NEX, but having the option to use several A-mount lenses with the nex 6 makes it a worthwhile purchase, in my estimation.I have a 35mm a-mount which is extremely fast-focusing, so your intended 90mm would work well. Bear in mind that the NEX has the focus peaking feature for those times when autofocus is impractical, but I like my fast focusing option with the adaptor attached. Dennis, I have the NEX 6, and I first tried the adaptor without the translucent mirror, which had only intermittent autofocusing. By exchanging it for the LAE2 version, I experienced rapid autofocusing with my Sony A-mount lenses, particularly the 28-250 zoom. Yes, it does add some bulk to the NEX, but having the option to use several A-mount lenses with the nex 6 makes it a worthwhile purchase, in my estimation.I have a 35mm a-mount which is extremely fast-focusing, so your intended 90mm would work well. Bear in mind that the NEX has the focus peaking feature for those times when autofocus... » Read More Dennis, I have the NEX 6, and I first tried the adaptor without the translucent mirror, which had only intermittent autofocusing. By exchanging it for the LAE2 version, I experienced rapid autofocusing with my Sony A-mount lenses, particularly the 28-250 zoom. Yes, it does add some bulk to the NEX, but having the option to use several A-mount lenses with the nex 6 makes it a worthwhile purchase, in my estimation.I have a 35mm a-mount which is extremely fast-focusing, so your intended 90mm would work well. Bear in mind that the NEX has the focus peaking feature for those times when autofocus is impractical, but I like my fast focusing option with the adaptor attached. « Show Less
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I'm not familiar with the weight of those cameras...I'm sure Google is BUT...I use it with my Sony FS700 and it's borderline. I need to fully extend the rear arm to help the balance and only with smaller lenses does it work. But even so, I still like it for the price. I usually use it with shorter lighter lenses so for me, it works.
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Alpha are usually the bigger / heavier ones, nex (3,5,6 and 7 at this time) are mirrorless and lighter...I would suggest seeing them at the stores first then look online esp here at amazon for great deals. Usually bundles are the great deals esp with additional lenses which are not cheap and hardly goes on sale. Sony did a great thing with the a7 which kind of combines the alpha and nex though not cheap...oh and the lens mount are different with the 2 also but they have an adapter you can buy. Nobody said photography is cheap :-) hope this helps...
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Heya! First of all, my thinking is that your better off making your own, it will be superior and cost you under ten bucks. That being said, I don't think you would need an offset plate, there is enough forward and backwards room to move your camera to get the desired stabilization without adding to it's length. I would recommend however a quick release. It is an absolute B*tc# to take the camera off and on quickly, because you have to re-stabilize the whole thing each time, plus their nice to have especially when you are running on a few different tripods and or stedi cam set ups. You can get the offset plate, but I would only get it to add weight, which you can do easily by adding weight to the bottom and adjusting it left and right accordingly. WD-40 the ball joint regularly, buy the quick release (make sure it will fit your camera), consider the offset plate as added weight and perhaps it may give you a bit more room to adjust, I don't think it's necessary, only the minutest adjustments affect this thing your not going to need to move around a lot. Experiment adding weight beyond what your camera weighs to the bottom of the MidX and go from there. Good Luck Adam. -Nichole
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I returned an SEL16 and got an SEL20 instead. I would guess the SEL20 is 1 - 2mm thinner than the SEL16. When some people report the SEL20 is thicker, they are counting a removable plastic lens hood that comes included with that lens. this detailed review describes both lenses: http://kurtmunger.com/sony_nex_20mm_f_2_8id345.html
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i dont recomend more than 1 or 2 pounds... i used my canon 7D for 5 minutes and i was worried to loose it... maybe not.. but for to me... if you need more than 1 pound... try anotherone
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I would like to get this, but I neither need nor want the mini tripod or the lights. I can easily supply my own 5300-5500k lights. Anyone out there know of a slightly bigger box that's dedisgned the same way?
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Look into the metabones speed poster for Nikon mount instead. An FX lens is for full frame so there is a crop factor. The metabones coverts your lens to FX and also increases you F stop by one.
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Yes, I'm almost certain a c100 will be more than fine on the rig. Not to big of a camera body itself. The only issue I see you having is rail length, but fotodiox includes to extra rails that I applied to the current ones for about another 4 inches in length. The matte box may not be able to go high enough. I'm sure you will be satisfied thoigh
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Congratulation on the purchase of your SX50. What an amazing gem of a camera! It seems you have solved the problem. I'm pleased that you were dealing with Gojo... A great company that always takes care of their customers. Now, you should consider getting a polarizing filter and a lens shade. If you are doing any landscapes or seascapes you will find that the polarizing filter is the most valuable tool in your bag. When you get a lens shade I strongly suggest getting the soft collapsible rubber shade. Those hard tulip shades are a waste of money. Your lens on the SX50 goes from 24mm to 1200mm. At the 24mm, wide angle setting, the rubber lens shade will vignette very slightly in the corners when the shade is mounted on one of the filter. Without a filter in place it won't vignette at all. Gojo sells both items. Just make sure you get the collapsible one. I leave my rubber lens shade on all the time. In the collapsed position it gives great added protection to the lens by acting like a rubber bumper. Your 58mm lens cap will snap right into the threads of the shade when the shade is in the collapsed position. Don't hesitate to contact me if you have any additional questions on the SX50 or related topics. I am a photojournalist and I use this camera for many of my magazine features. Good luck and good shooting! massey_23@msn.com
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Dear M Yamamoto, sorry to disturb you again, but your opinion is precious.In the above situation, please where do you locate Sony Nex 7 and where is Leica in all this and vs Panasonic?Deep thanks
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not sure, if its available and on amazon but you may contact the company http://www.cowboystudio.com/Articles.asp?ID=144 This is a good product with good quality materials , i would also like the option of having extra mounting plates if i want to use with other cameras .
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Melinda; my camera/plate are at the auto repair shop I use waiting for me to make an appointment have it installed in my truck. I can tell you that it's "heavy" that feeling of weight I associate with quality products. This is my second camera the first was a Christmas Gift couple years ago and I had my doubts about it from the beginning as it was flimsy and had very poor depth perception. Which is basically the reason for installing a camera! Quality is what you pay for in my experience.
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Why not go with Adorama? I've heard they're fairly reputable and they have the 18-55 & 55-200mm kit cheaper than Amazon.Hope you get yours soon. I've been searching around for a long time to order mine.