Matte Box

Chris Sgaraglino · November 7th, 2011, 04:31 PM

I occasionally run into issues with stadium light - and mid-day sun - so I went on the hunt for a Matte Box and boy was I shocked at how much they cost!

So after some research and a few calls, I settled on the Cavision 3x3 Matte Box w/ 2 Filter Holders and a French Flag.

Wish List | B&H Photo Video All three items for $214.40

Cavision thought it might have a little vignetting, but I am here to tell you, even at its widest opening, there is none!

One note - the flag only works on the regular MB385P not the Wide Angle.

Here are some photos:

James Kuhn · November 7th, 2011, 07:01 PM

Chris...nice rig! Great recommendation for a 'Matte Box'. I remember getting a 'Matte Box' for my Rollei 6000i 2.25" 'stills' camera, the price was 'shocking' to say the least.

That is a decent price and it works.

Regards,

J.

Tom Hardwick · November 8th, 2011, 08:20 AM

The only downer is that all the Cavision hoods I've seen aren't 16:9. Come to that they aren't even 4:3 - the one I had was nearer 4:3.5. Why, Cavision?

But I like the look of your attached monitor Chris. Tell me - is it better in sunlight than the useless NX5's top screen? And what make is it?

tom.

Chris Sgaraglino · November 8th, 2011, 08:43 AM

If there's no vengetting does it really matter?

The monitor is a 5" HDMI LCD and it works awesome, especially when you "have" to shoot in mid-day sun.

However, I do have the Sony LCD Hood that works amazingly well.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/538262-REG/Sony_SH_L32WBP_SHL_32WBP_LCD_Hood.html

Tom Hardwick · November 8th, 2011, 08:48 AM

It does matter. Hods are aspet ratio (or petal) shaped for very good reason.
So, does your monitor have a name and web link?

Chris Sgaraglino · November 8th, 2011, 08:55 AM

See that's where I get confused...
I have scoured these threads for information on Matte Boxes specifically 4:3 vs 16:9 and while I understand the physical aspects - in real world use - I was not able to find anyone having any issues as far back as 2003.

The monitor is:

Amazon.com: Lilliput 569gl-50np/h/y 5" On-camera Hd LCD Field Monitor w/ Hdmi in Component in Video in Video Out +Shoe Mount+du21 Battery and Charger by VIVITEQ INC: Electronics

James S. Davis · November 9th, 2011, 05:40 PM

Nice looking rig, Chris. What zoom controller are you using. and are you happy with it? I have seen some of your football videos. I am shooting soccer and a good controllers seems a very important part of the kit.

Chris Sgaraglino · November 9th, 2011, 05:44 PM

I am using a VeriZoom LANC

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/330007-REG/VariZoom_VZ_ROCK_VZRock_Variable_Rocker_for_LANC.html
and it is a must for all the sports I have shot!

James S. Davis · November 9th, 2011, 06:13 PM

Thanks for the quick response Chris, 4 minutes.

I do wish that this forum was a bit busier, as every time that a good topic comes up there are a few of you shooters that have time with the NX5U offer some great insight.

James Kuhn · November 11th, 2011, 06:22 PM

Chris...sorry to go OT, but how do you like the little 'mini-ball' monitor adaptor?

J.

Bill Rankin · November 12th, 2011, 10:09 PM

Chris,

This flag setup that you listed in your first post works with the NX5 cam at both the wide AND telephoto lengths?

Chris Sgaraglino · November 15th, 2011, 07:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by James Kuhn

Chris...sorry to go OT, but how do you like the little 'mini-ball' monitor adaptor?

J.

Sorry for the delay J - just got back from shooting a film.

The bullhead that came with thT e monitor is cheap-china kind of thing... While it does work and function, I had a Cullmann CB2.7 mini-ball head and I am now using it instead.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/733749-REG/Cullmann_CU_40027_CB2_7_Mini_Ballhead.html

Chris Sgaraglino · November 15th, 2011, 07:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bill Rankin

Chris,

This flag setup that you listed in your first post works with the NX5 cam at both the wide AND telephoto lengths?

Yes, Bill works perfect... I can lower the flag quite a bit before I start seeing it int the frame.

James Kuhn · November 15th, 2011, 10:36 AM

Thanks Chris! I appreciate the info.

J.

November 7th, 2011, 04:31 PM	#1
Chris Sgaraglino Major Player Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Fort Worth, TX Posts: 237	Matte Box - perfect! I occasionally run into issues with stadium light - and mid-day sun - so I went on the hunt for a Matte Box and boy was I shocked at how much they cost! So after some research and a few calls, I settled on the Cavision 3x3 Matte Box w/ 2 Filter Holders and a French Flag. Wish List \| B&H Photo Video All three items for $214.40 Cavision thought it might have a little vignetting, but I am here to tell you, even at its widest opening, there is none! One note - the flag only works on the regular MB385P not the Wide Angle. Here are some photos: Attached Thumbnails __________________ Chris Sgaraglino The Outdoor Life Blog \| Widow Creek Photography

November 7th, 2011, 07:01 PM	#2
James Kuhn Major Player Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Merritt Island, Florida Posts: 865	Re: Matte Box - perfect! Chris...nice rig! Great recommendation for a 'Matte Box'. I remember getting a 'Matte Box' for my Rollei 6000i 2.25" 'stills' camera, the price was 'shocking' to say the least. That is a decent price and it works. Regards, J.

November 8th, 2011, 08:20 AM	#3
Tom Hardwick Inner Circle Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Billericay, England UK Posts: 4,711	Re: Matte Box - perfect! The only downer is that all the Cavision hoods I've seen aren't 16:9. Come to that they aren't even 4:3 - the one I had was nearer 4:3.5. Why, Cavision? But I like the look of your attached monitor Chris. Tell me - is it better in sunlight than the useless NX5's top screen? And what make is it? tom.

November 8th, 2011, 08:43 AM	#4
Chris Sgaraglino Major Player Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Fort Worth, TX Posts: 237	Re: Matte Box - perfect! If there's no vengetting does it really matter? The monitor is a 5" HDMI LCD and it works awesome, especially when you "have" to shoot in mid-day sun. However, I do have the Sony LCD Hood that works amazingly well. http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/538262-REG/Sony_SH_L32WBP_SHL_32WBP_LCD_Hood.html __________________ Chris Sgaraglino The Outdoor Life Blog \| Widow Creek Photography

November 8th, 2011, 08:48 AM	#5
Tom Hardwick Inner Circle Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Billericay, England UK Posts: 4,711	Re: Matte Box - perfect! It does matter. Hods are aspet ratio (or petal) shaped for very good reason. So, does your monitor have a name and web link?

November 8th, 2011, 08:55 AM	#6
Chris Sgaraglino Major Player Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Fort Worth, TX Posts: 237	Re: Matte Box - perfect! See that's where I get confused... I have scoured these threads for information on Matte Boxes specifically 4:3 vs 16:9 and while I understand the physical aspects - in real world use - I was not able to find anyone having any issues as far back as 2003. The monitor is: Amazon.com: Lilliput 569gl-50np/h/y 5" On-camera Hd LCD Field Monitor w/ Hdmi in Component in Video in Video Out +Shoe Mount+du21 Battery and Charger by VIVITEQ INC: Electronics Amazon.com: Lilliput 569gl-50np/h/y 5" On-camera Hd LCD Field Monitor w/ Hdmi in Component in Video in Video Out +Shoe Mount+du21 Battery and Charger by VIVITEQ INC: Electronics __________________ Chris Sgaraglino The Outdoor Life Blog \| Widow Creek Photography

November 9th, 2011, 05:40 PM	#7
James S. Davis New Boot Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Brighton, MI Posts: 9	Re: Matte Box - perfect! Nice looking rig, Chris. What zoom controller are you using. and are you happy with it? I have seen some of your football videos. I am shooting soccer and a good controllers seems a very important part of the kit.

November 9th, 2011, 05:44 PM	#8
Chris Sgaraglino Major Player Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Fort Worth, TX Posts: 237	Re: Matte Box - perfect! I am using a VeriZoom LANC http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/330007-REG/VariZoom_VZ_ROCK_VZRock_Variable_Rocker_for_LANC.html and it is a must for all the sports I have shot! __________________ Chris Sgaraglino The Outdoor Life Blog \| Widow Creek Photography

November 9th, 2011, 06:13 PM	#9
James S. Davis New Boot Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Brighton, MI Posts: 9	Re: Matte Box - perfect! Thanks for the quick response Chris, 4 minutes. I do wish that this forum was a bit busier, as every time that a good topic comes up there are a few of you shooters that have time with the NX5U offer some great insight.

November 11th, 2011, 06:22 PM	#10
James Kuhn Major Player Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Merritt Island, Florida Posts: 865	Re: Matte Box - perfect! Chris...sorry to go OT, but how do you like the little 'mini-ball' monitor adaptor? J.

November 12th, 2011, 10:09 PM	#11
Bill Rankin Major Player Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 433	Re: Matte Box - perfect! Chris, This flag setup that you listed in your first post works with the NX5 cam at both the wide AND telephoto lengths? __________________ Bill Rankin

November 15th, 2011, 10:36 AM	#14
James Kuhn Major Player Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Merritt Island, Florida Posts: 865	Re: Matte Box - perfect! Thanks Chris! I appreciate the info. J.