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Zacuto Zip Gear Review

I decided to invest in a set of ‘Zip Gears’ from Zacuto because they offer a low profile solution that are easy to fit and remove. A lot of lens gears involve fitting giant plastic wheels to your lenses which can be impractical for storage and for removal of the...

Glidetrack HD & Shooter Review

Update: Since October 2012 I’ve switched over to the Kessler Stealth slider. I’ve been a fan of the Glidetrack ever since I got the original version back in 2008. Since then though Alastair, the creator of the Glidetrack has been beavering away up in Scotland turning that original version into a...

Zacuto Z-Finder V2 Review

I’ve been trying pick one of these up for a few months, they are selling like hot cakes and have been back ordered at most dealers for ages. They are quite pricey, If your lucky enough to find one in the UK you’ll be spending around £285, B&H Photo Video...

Zacuto & Genus reviews

I’ve just posted a couple of small reviews for some support gear I’ve been buying lately. Click the links below to read my thoughts… Zacuto mini base-plate Genus matte-box and advanced support rods

Zacuto Mini Baseplate Review

Although I really like my Cinevate Proteus rails for using a 35mm adapter, they are a little bit cumbersome when I just want to add a matte-box and follow focus to my EX1 or 5D. I was hoping that the Genus advanced adapter plate that I purchased with my matte-box...

Genus Matte Box & Advanced Adapter Bars

I got this setup from Genus for use with both my Canon 5D & Sony EX1. The complete kit including the matte box, the adapter bars and the french flag cost $1,394 from B&H Photo Video. The matte box is a very low profile design, unlike similar products by other...