How do you think this would handle with the weight of a BMCC with a Matte Box, Follow Focus, Monitor, etc? Thanks in advance!
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That's why I picked this up - I'm using this with the BMCC and it tilts/pans very smooth. I'm not using a monitor but I do kit up with the Switronix battery which adds a fair amount of weight, and using Rokinon cine lenses which have some weight in their own right. If you're not happy, Amazon's return process is pretty slick too. Good luck!
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Hello,I use this, Ikan TT-03-A Tilta DSLR Camera Rig, along with a 7" monitor and it does real well. It holds position with all the kit and the D5, D800 with heavy glass like a N70-200 f2.8. I don't know the weight of a BlackMagic kit off hand but I would say it should do you just fine. I hope I have helped but like Joe F. stated, Amazon has a great return policy.
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If you spell out what "BMPCC" is someone might be able to answer your question. Best advice is to measure the LCD screen you have and compare measurements. The adhesive side is smooth, so could be put on a larger screen and still work. Or don't use the adhesive frame at all and just hold the loupe over the screen whenever you need it.
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You can mount a matte box, follow focus, handles, and other accessories. I also mount a sound recorder on some rear rail extensions.
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I've used the G20 paired with a Light Panels mini and the quality is actually very good. My clients are very happy with it. Never used a Sony.
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Not very well. It's not sturdy enough. For 20 x 80s you should invest in the Paragon-Plus XHD. Or buy the 20 x 80 / XHD combo package Orion offers. The micro-motion feature is appealing but if it's on an inferior mount you wouldn't be happy. The 20 x 80s are only five pounds, but the tripod you're asking about won't even support that, let alone the 10 lbs it claims. I think you can trust me. I wrote Celestron's ads and publications for five years.
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FWIW, mine is usable only for general composition purposes. Forget about focusing, or even really seeing what you're shooting with it. I actually put mine away the day it arrived from amazon and didn't touch it again for probably a year, and figured I should have simply returned it. But since then I've come to terms with what it can and can't do, and put it on in the sunshine when I can't see the screen, and use it just for positioning large objects in the composition.
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I've moved this thing like a hundred times, using it for light while shooting video. It's held up very well. YMMV.
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It would help to know the weight of said items, but I have 3 monitors on mine (2 on the main platform, 1 on the swinging arm) and it handles it just fine. Very stable, especially considering I move the side arm fairly often.
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This isn't a very small monitor. I'd be worried about the screen getting hit. The bezel is pretty large around the sides, and it definitely isn't the thinnest monitor I've owned. If you get a bag that'll fit it (it's pretty thick) and maybe put some cardboard over the screen to protect it that might do it. I think you'd have a tough time finding a bag that'd fit it tho.
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I purchased this and so far has been very good. I would make sure you have a pretty strong desk to support it though as all the weight is clamped on. It has a small piece of foam rubber on the to but I added another small piece to make sure it didn't scratch the top. I wasn't overly concerned on the bottom where it clamps on I am also using 2 -27 in and 2-25 inch monitors with it.
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I have had both the glossy and the matte screens. As long as you don't have light directed towards the glossy screen then I think that you should enjoy it. Many people are overstating the negatives of this monitor.
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I have the dual model. I am using it with an HDMI 2701MW (and a HANNS G 25") and it is the weight of the monitor that is the issue, not the size from what I have experienced. My monitor is probably at the weight limit since the monitor will sag on the supporting spring assembly if too heavy - the weight of each may be available on Amazon. I like the unit.
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I'm a pro photographer. This is a bit of anecdotal apples and oranges, but I just returned a glossy 17" MBPro because the screen brightness was obviously very uneven. While in the store I saw a matte 15" MBPro that looked very uniform in brightness. And I'm not talking about glare or varying angle of view here. My recommendation: look at the 15" matte in person and watch out for the glossy, at least in 17". Hope this helps.
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I was at Best Buy today and asked about the matte screen. The B750 does not have a matte screen. That would be a great feature -- especially in a bright room.
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I would not trust it whatsoever with anything over 2lbs. Even at 2 it's a little bit sketchy. And like the other answer said, this product is so-so at best. If you're using a point and shoot or go-pro on it, fine. But it's not enough for a DSLR like a Canon T2i or T3i or anything larger.
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if you're using it for studio then yes it works well however you won't be able to take vertical pictures.If you're using it outdoors... it is a little heavy for carrying around. For video set up, we don't move around too much so it is not a big deal
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Yep, no issues there! It is very sturdy. I've been using it with a d3300 and some heavy lenses, and would trust it with quite a bit more weight.