Go Back   The Digital Video Information Network > The Tools of DV and HD Production > Support Your Local Camera > Shoulder & Handheld Supports


Reply
 
Thread Tools Search this Thread
Old July 3rd, 2009, 04:48 AM   #1
Major Player
 
Join Date: Sep 2004
Location: Chislehurst, London
Posts: 713
New DM shoulder mount for EX3

Jeff has just sent me an email with information on his new shoulder brace for the EX3.

This looks like a vast improvement on the first model, at least now it's contoured around the shape of your shoulder. The base plate is a one piece construction with the shoulder brace section attaching via a set of four screws. Hopefully this should be easy to remove when using the camera on a tripod.

Take a look for yourselves.

DM-Accessories - EX3-SHOULDER Shoulder Brace For EX3 Camcorders

At the moment I am using the DM EX3 Reinforcement plate, which gives a lot more stability to the camera but I would have preferred a one piece construction as in the new shoulder brace.
__________________
He who asks is a fool for five minutes, but he who does not ask remains a fool forever
Vincent Oliver is online now   Reply With Quote
Old July 4th, 2009, 01:39 AM   #2
Regular Crew
 
Join Date: Aug 2008
Location: Melbourne
Posts: 58
looks an awful lot like mine! Works well but it's a bit long and needs a fair amount of weight at the back to make it balance with the Sony wise angle on.

Evo

My_Ex3_Mount
Evan Meades is offline   Reply With Quote
Old July 4th, 2009, 04:43 PM   #3
Major Player
 
Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: melb.vic.au
Posts: 211
I have the original DM plate. It's a pity the new rear section isn't quickly demountable, as I'd upgrade. I need to take it on and off Steadicam all the time.
__________________
www.davidwilliams.com.au
David C. Williams is offline   Reply With Quote
Old July 4th, 2009, 04:50 PM   #4
Major Player
 
Join Date: Sep 2004
Location: Chislehurst, London
Posts: 713
I also thought about this, especially for tripod mounte work. However, the rear section looks like it could be easily adapted for a quick removal. I shall wait until the unit arrives so I can take a look and see how feasible this would be.
__________________
He who asks is a fool for five minutes, but he who does not ask remains a fool forever
Vincent Oliver is online now   Reply With Quote
Old July 5th, 2009, 01:42 PM   #5
Regular Crew
 
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Atlanta, GA
Posts: 62
Evan,

I prefer your design! I made one also and I use the offsetting weight.
BTW, the prices on some of these things are SILLY.

JoJo
Dan Gunn is offline   Reply With Quote
Old July 5th, 2009, 10:43 PM   #6
Regular Crew
 
Join Date: Aug 2008
Location: Melbourne
Posts: 58
Thanks Dan! Yeah not too hard to fabricate if you have the time! I think the Dm stuff is good & ready to go & not too expensive...bit easier I suppose!!
Evan Meades is offline   Reply
Reply

DV Info Net refers all where-to-buy and where-to-rent questions exclusively to these trusted full line dealers and rental houses...
DV Info Net also encourages you to support local businesses and buy from an authorized dealer in your neighborhood.
  You are here: The Digital Video Information Network > The Tools of DV and HD Production > Support Your Local Camera > Shoulder & Handheld Supports

Thread Tools Search this Thread
Search this Thread:

Advanced Search

 


 

Google
 

All times are GMT -6. The time now is 04:08 AM.

DV Info Net -- Real Names, Real People, Real Info!
1998-2009 The Digital Video Information Network