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16x9 Inc. Cine Lock Quick Release Mounting Device
- Price: $81.00
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- B&H # 16CL01
- Mfr# 169-CL-01
Product Highlights
- Quick-Mount / Quick-Release Device
- For All 1/4" or 3/8" Accessories/Stands
- For All Noga Articulating Arms
- Attaches to Stud or Screw Hole
The 16x9 Cine Lock Quick Release Mounting Device consists of two parts that each attach to separate pieces of equipment and then lock into one another, and at the slide of a pin they unlock and separate from each other. Thus they provide quick-release functionality between cameras and accessories, and can be used with most any 1/4" or 3/8" gear.
The two parts are a burgundy wedge and a gray plate. They each attach onto a piece of equipment regardless of whether the equipment has a stud or a screw-hole as its mounting option. Both parts have to them two different-sized screw-holes. Via one of the two, each part either screws onto a stud, or -- by means of one of three screws that come included with the Cine Lock -- gets fastened to a screw-hole of a piece of equipment. The screw-holes of the wedge and plate are of 1/4" and 3/8" sizes, and the included screws are of the same sizes.
- Provides quick-release functionality with most any 1/4" or 3/8" equipment.
- Screws onto a stud or gets fastened into a screw-hole by means of included screws.
- Consists of two components. One slides and locks into the other, and a slide of a pin unlocks them.
| Thread Size | 1/4" and 3/8" |
| Weight | 1.8 oz (51 g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 13 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
75%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Professional quality (5)
- Compact (4)
- Easy to use (3)
- Small footprint (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Independent films (3)
- In the studio (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Quality oriented (3)
- Primary use:
- Business (5)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (7)
Most Liked Positive Review
Great quick release for multiple uses.
The Cine Lock is a quick release device that mounts to various pieces of gear. It comes with 1/4 20 and 3/8" screws. I use this with a USB follow focus...Read complete review
The Cine Lock is a quick release device that mounts to various pieces of gear. It comes with 1/4 20 and 3/8" screws. I use this with a USB follow focus from OKII systems and a Sachtler 3986 viewfinder attachment for mounting it on a rod in a similar place to a normal follow focus. I also use these things on an Anton Bauer battery plate, for quick set up.
The unit comes with everything you need to get a device connected and attached to a mounting hole.
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
Absolutely Terrible.
I have NO idea how everyone else is giving these 5 stars. The design is a failure on SOOOO many levels.
First, the wedge, (the gray half). The hole...Read complete review
I have NO idea how everyone else is giving these 5 stars. The design is a failure on SOOOO many levels.
First, the wedge, (the gray half). The holes for the mounting screws are threaded... Who's boneheaded Idea was that??? That means that you're completely at the mercy of how the threads line up between your Camera/Monitor and the wedge. For any given pair of wholes this will only be one way, which in my case was diagonal. The wedge will not go on in any other orientation then the one in which the threads line up. Had the holes not been threaded, the wedge could be mounted any way you like, just like every other quick release ever made .
Second, the mounting hole in the release, (the maroon half) is part of a second piece of metal. The idea is that you remove the metel if you want to put the screw in the other way. However, this means that you can never really get a screw truly tightened into the release. You can tighten it into the metel completely, but it'll still be loose because the little bit of metel moves in the socket. Using a washer pressed against the outside I was able to get it sotra tight, but not tight enough to hold against an accidental bump to the connected equipment.
The only way I can see using this quick release is to use it, as I would consider it, backward: Mount the articulated arm into the holes in the Wedge. and sticking the screw out through the hole in the bottom of the release.
REVIEWS
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Pros
- Fits Well
- Solid/Sturdy
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about 16x9 Inc. Cine Lock Quick Release Mounting Device:
I have owned 2 of these gadgets for years, just bought a third. I find them very useful, nothing comparable in size, weight and make. Needs some thinking when installing, and some use to "wear" a little bit, but has many possibilities.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- Loose Clamp
- Poor Design
Best Uses
- Tableweight
Comments about 16x9 Inc. Cine Lock Quick Release Mounting Device:
I bought two of these based on the high reviews.I share the sentiment of some of the negative reviews here. I was using this with a Zacuto Z-American arm and a small-HD monitor. It's possible to get it to work properly in terms of screw alignment, but it's loose. I mean, both of them, and there's really no fix. It's so loose, it shakes when the camera is behind handheld, affecting image. Absolutely flawed design.I would recommend this unless you're buying it for the thrill of spending money, because once you actually try to use the product, you'll regret spending $ on a couple of useless pieces of metal.I love 16x9 products, and their baseplates are amazing. But this product is a complete and total failure.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Small Footprint
Cons
- Awkward To Mount
- Twists
Best Uses
Comments about 16x9 Inc. Cine Lock Quick Release Mounting Device:
Tried using this with a Marshall LCD monitor, but there was no way of locking it down so the monitor wouldn't twist. I tried using it in reverse as suggested by others here, but that seemed awkward as well.
I think this thing could be perfected by adding an anti-twist protrusion and some alternate mounting methods, but right now I can't recommend it, especially at that price.
Would be nice if it came with mounting instructions/suggestions or a link to same.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Lots of Mounting Options
- Saves time
- Stable Base
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- On Camera Monitors
Comments about 16x9 Inc. Cine Lock Quick Release Mounting Device:
Love these little locks! They make removing monitors, lights etc. quick and easy.
Some people have complained about mounting issues - we had a similar problem at first, but it was easily rectified by flipping the unit over and mounting the dovetail plate to the monitor arm, and the lock to the monitor. Works great that way.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Adequate Weight Capacity
- Small Footprint
- Stable Base
Cons
Best Uses
- Improve viewing angle
- Instant reconfigure
- Organization
Comments about 16x9 Inc. Cine Lock Quick Release Mounting Device:
Cine Lock Quick Release is my new favorate gadget. I originally ordered one-- now I own six. Super-speedy mount/dismount of mics, onboard lights, EVFs, onboard monitors, Teradek, flags you name it. Highly recomend to any run-and-gun small crew that needs to be nimble. With a little imagination and half a dozen of these your reconfigure time is reduced from minutes to seconds. Only downside: I can better do the work of two crew members but still only be paid as one.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about 16x9 Inc. Cine Lock Quick Release Mounting Device:
Strong quick and extremely useful. Placed on the bottom of my samurai and quick release allows me to move around without knocking off my monitor. Used with a monitor and external recording device.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- Lacks Functionality
- Limited Compatibility
- Poor Design
Best Uses
Comments about 16x9 Inc. Cine Lock Quick Release Mounting Device:
I have NO idea how everyone else is giving these 5 stars. The design is a failure on SOOOO many levels.
First, the wedge, (the gray half). The holes for the mounting screws are threaded... Who's boneheaded Idea was that??? That means that you're completely at the mercy of how the threads line up between your Camera/Monitor and the wedge. For any given pair of wholes this will only be one way, which in my case was diagonal. The wedge will not go on in any other orientation then the one in which the threads line up. Had the holes not been threaded, the wedge could be mounted any way you like, just like every other quick release ever made .
Second, the mounting hole in the release, (the maroon half) is part of a second piece of metal. The idea is that you remove the metel if you want to put the screw in the other way. However, this means that you can never really get a screw truly tightened into the release. You can tighten it into the metel completely, but it'll still be loose because the little bit of metel moves in the socket. Using a washer pressed against the outside I was able to get it sotra tight, but not tight enough to hold against an accidental bump to the connected equipment.
The only way I can see using this quick release is to use it, as I would consider it, backward: Mount the articulated arm into the holes in the Wedge. and sticking the screw out through the hole in the bottom of the release.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Reliable Performance
- Small Footprint
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about 16x9 Inc. Cine Lock Quick Release Mounting Device:
mounting to camera or any cine size plates(cheese) small quik release with great strength and no wobble. Pro gear --rest assured on set.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about 16x9 Inc. Cine Lock Quick Release Mounting Device:
I didn't expect this device to link up this solidly. Very good precision machining. I use for attaching cine-arm to camera and for attaching monitor to cine-arm. Works great. I recommend it.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
- EXPENSIVE
Best Uses
- Professional Video
Comments about 16x9 Inc. Cine Lock Quick Release Mounting Device:
I have heard bad things about these locks, but upon trying them out, I can't find any fault with them. I use them to quick mount monitors, articulating arms, and Frezzi light studs. Just as secure as if I screwed it in, makes setup and break down very fast.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about 16x9 Inc. Cine Lock Quick Release Mounting Device:
Great solid connection with little chance of accidental release. Nice and small. I am using them to mount LCD monitors to noga arms.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about 16x9 Inc. Cine Lock Quick Release Mounting Device:
The Cine Lock is a quick release device that mounts to various pieces of gear. It comes with 1/4 20 and 3/8" screws. I use this with a USB follow focus from OKII systems and a Sachtler 3986 viewfinder attachment for mounting it on a rod in a similar place to a normal follow focus. I also use these things on an Anton Bauer battery plate, for quick set up.
The unit comes with everything you need to get a device connected and attached to a mounting hole.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Highly Compatible
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about 16x9 Inc. Cine Lock Quick Release Mounting Device:
To attach my monitor to the arm. Fast and easy!
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