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Birns & Sawyer 485135 Acrylic Insert Slate without Clapper Sticks for Video and Film Production
The Image-2000 acrylic insert slate. This is an economy scene marking slate for video and film production, It does not have clapper sticks. It can be used with DRY-ERASE markers. It measures 4 inches high by 5 inches wide.
| Writing Surface | Acrylic |
| Dimensions (HxW) | 4 x 5 inches |
| Clapper | None |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 10 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Compact (8)
- Easy to use (8)
- Professional quality (5)
- Improves performance (4)
- Highly compatible (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Independent films (7)
- Home movies (6)
- Complex projects (5)
- In the studio (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Business owner (4), Film student (4), Professional artist (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (4)
Most Liked Positive Review
A Great Solution to a Common Problem
I did not want to spend a lot of money on a slate and clacker so I was looking for another option because what I really needed was to mark the tapes as I was ...Read complete review
I did not want to spend a lot of money on a slate and clacker so I was looking for another option because what I really needed was to mark the tapes as I was recording scenes. This product is small, lightweight, easily written on and can be held at arms length in front of the camera and marks perfectly. I find it very valuable and it costs so much less than a large slate board. If you want another option than this is a good one to try, after all it is not that expensive to try it.
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
A Bit small
I purchased this to use with a DSLR production. The idea was to hold it at arms length from my DSLR rig while shooting. The issue is that it was too blurry to be ...Read complete review
I purchased this to use with a DSLR production. The idea was to hold it at arms length from my DSLR rig while shooting. The issue is that it was too blurry to be of any use with the particular focal length I was shooting at. So for me, it didn't work and I didn't use it at all. I can, however, see the benefit of it for certain situations.
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 10 customers
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Displaying reviews 1-10
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
Comments about Birns & Sawyer 485135 Acrylic Insert Slate:
A small but very useful companion for shooting. It arrived much quicker than I anticipated in perfect condition. I'm very pleased with it!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Birns & Sawyer 485135 Acrylic Insert Slate:
I purchased this to use with a DSLR production. The idea was to hold it at arms length from my DSLR rig while shooting. The issue is that it was too blurry to be of any use with the particular focal length I was shooting at. So for me, it didn't work and I didn't use it at all. I can, however, see the benefit of it for certain situations.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Recommended:
- Dry Erase Markers
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
Cons
- NA
Best Uses
- Independent Films
Comments about Birns & Sawyer 485135 Acrylic Insert Slate:
I only ordered this product per a requirement for a cinematography class. I'm used to larger slates with the clapper, but you get what you pay for. The product itself works well.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Birns & Sawyer 485135 Acrylic Insert Slate:
It was a great product for shooting MOS and silent films. Allows you to edit your films faster and to keep track of your shots in post. It a simple product, fits in your pocket. You can use any dry erase marker on it. It is must have for student, independent and silent film makers.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Birns & Sawyer 485135 Acrylic Insert Slate:
My favorite thing about this slate is its size - it's 4.25" x 6." That's tiny. Small enough to fit in a back pocket on a shoot, so it's always within reach when I'm ready to roll. Love it.
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Birns & Sawyer 485135 Acrylic Insert Slate:
So small and cute! Ken burns uses em, so can i.
Good insert slate. Fits in a pocket practically.
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Birns & Sawyer 485135 Acrylic Insert Slate:
This works very well, the marker is held in front of the camera and the holder yells out the scene and take and then pulls away for action to be called. We've been using it for our zombie production and it was worked very well and makes identifying clips in editing much easier.
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- In The Studio
Comments about Birns & Sawyer 485135 Acrylic Insert Slate:
I'm a freelance videographer from Portland, OR and I love this insert slate. Its only a 4x5, but it works perfectly for what I use it for. Its perfect for small promotions, interviews, etc. Anything that you wouldn't need a clapper to sync sound with, this little insert slate works wonders. Dry erase markers also work very well on it.
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
Comments about Birns & Sawyer 485135 Acrylic Insert Slate:
I did not want to spend a lot of money on a slate and clacker so I was looking for another option because what I really needed was to mark the tapes as I was recording scenes. This product is small, lightweight, easily written on and can be held at arms length in front of the camera and marks perfectly. I find it very valuable and it costs so much less than a large slate board. If you want another option than this is a good one to try, after all it is not that expensive to try it.
Comments about Birns & Sawyer 485135 Acrylic Insert Slate:
Small and very useful. An economical must have for small productions.
Displaying reviews 1-10
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 10 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Compact (8)
- Easy to use (8)
- Professional quality (5)
- Improves performance (4)
- Highly compatible (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Independent films (7)
- Home movies (6)
- Complex projects (5)
- In the studio (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Business owner (4), Film student (4), Professional artist (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (4)
Most Liked Positive Review
A Great Solution to a Common Problem
I did not want to spend a lot of money on a slate and clacker so I was looking for another option because what I really needed was to mark the tapes as I was ...Read complete review
I did not want to spend a lot of money on a slate and clacker so I was looking for another option because what I really needed was to mark the tapes as I was recording scenes. This product is small, lightweight, easily written on and can be held at arms length in front of the camera and marks perfectly. I find it very valuable and it costs so much less than a large slate board. If you want another option than this is a good one to try, after all it is not that expensive to try it.
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
A Bit small
I purchased this to use with a DSLR production. The idea was to hold it at arms length from my DSLR rig while shooting. The issue is that it was too blurry to be ...Read complete review
I purchased this to use with a DSLR production. The idea was to hold it at arms length from my DSLR rig while shooting. The issue is that it was too blurry to be of any use with the particular focal length I was shooting at. So for me, it didn't work and I didn't use it at all. I can, however, see the benefit of it for certain situations.
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 10 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-10
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
Comments about Birns & Sawyer 485135 Acrylic Insert Slate:
A small but very useful companion for shooting. It arrived much quicker than I anticipated in perfect condition. I'm very pleased with it!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Birns & Sawyer 485135 Acrylic Insert Slate:
I purchased this to use with a DSLR production. The idea was to hold it at arms length from my DSLR rig while shooting. The issue is that it was too blurry to be of any use with the particular focal length I was shooting at. So for me, it didn't work and I didn't use it at all. I can, however, see the benefit of it for certain situations.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Recommended:
- Dry Erase Markers
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
Cons
- NA
Best Uses
- Independent Films
Comments about Birns & Sawyer 485135 Acrylic Insert Slate:
I only ordered this product per a requirement for a cinematography class. I'm used to larger slates with the clapper, but you get what you pay for. The product itself works well.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Birns & Sawyer 485135 Acrylic Insert Slate:
It was a great product for shooting MOS and silent films. Allows you to edit your films faster and to keep track of your shots in post. It a simple product, fits in your pocket. You can use any dry erase marker on it. It is must have for student, independent and silent film makers.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Birns & Sawyer 485135 Acrylic Insert Slate:
My favorite thing about this slate is its size - it's 4.25" x 6." That's tiny. Small enough to fit in a back pocket on a shoot, so it's always within reach when I'm ready to roll. Love it.
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Birns & Sawyer 485135 Acrylic Insert Slate:
So small and cute! Ken burns uses em, so can i.
Good insert slate. Fits in a pocket practically.
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Birns & Sawyer 485135 Acrylic Insert Slate:
This works very well, the marker is held in front of the camera and the holder yells out the scene and take and then pulls away for action to be called. We've been using it for our zombie production and it was worked very well and makes identifying clips in editing much easier.
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- In The Studio
Comments about Birns & Sawyer 485135 Acrylic Insert Slate:
I'm a freelance videographer from Portland, OR and I love this insert slate. Its only a 4x5, but it works perfectly for what I use it for. Its perfect for small promotions, interviews, etc. Anything that you wouldn't need a clapper to sync sound with, this little insert slate works wonders. Dry erase markers also work very well on it.
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
Comments about Birns & Sawyer 485135 Acrylic Insert Slate:
I did not want to spend a lot of money on a slate and clacker so I was looking for another option because what I really needed was to mark the tapes as I was recording scenes. This product is small, lightweight, easily written on and can be held at arms length in front of the camera and marks perfectly. I find it very valuable and it costs so much less than a large slate board. If you want another option than this is a good one to try, after all it is not that expensive to try it.
Comments about Birns & Sawyer 485135 Acrylic Insert Slate:
Small and very useful. An economical must have for small productions.
Displaying reviews 1-10
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