VariZoom SnapCrane9-50 9' Crane & Pan/Tilt System
- Price: $6,459.95
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The Varizoom SnapCrane9-50 is a 9 ft (2.74m) crane and pan/tilt system that combines portability with professional functionality and design. This turnkey package includes everything you need to get your camera airborne, while the system's modular design provides the option of up to four different-length setups for a variety of shooting situations and needs. Included with this kit are the MC50 electronic pan/tilt head--for increased maneuverability and control of small HD cameras weighing up to 12 lbs--along with the 7" VZ-TFT7 LCD display, a widescreen monitor that gives you a large external image for enhanced focus and framing.
- MC50 Pan/Tilt Head
- Utilizing the same rugged and field tested electronics and controls that have made the MC100 so popular for years, the MC50 is the lighter duty choice of professionals using smaller HD and DV cameras. The MC50 head mounts to nearly any jib or tripod and can be integrated into permanent AV systems in studios or churches--giving you full capability to pan and tilt 360° from the slowest sustained crawl to the rapid moves needed to follow the action. The MC50's light weight, universal mounting base and intuitive control box make it a breeze to set up and operate, while its custom lightweight carrying case with die-cut foam insert will protect the MC50 for storage or transport via air or land. Also comes with control box, 2 custom-geared motors, power adapter, 20' extension control cables, and mounting hardware.
- VZ-TFT7 7" Monitor Kit
- The VZ-TFT7 7" monitor can be used a variety of ways, most importantly as a large external video display that allows the shooter to step back from the camera rather than standing hunched over while looking through a typically inadequate viewfinder. It can also be used as a lightweight field monitor, remote viewing display, or portable playback screen. This monitor easily switches between 4:3 and 16:9 aspect ratio as well as helpful image orientation controls for DOF adapters. When combined with VariZoom lens controls, you have a studio package comparable to much more expensive setups. Includes VZ-TFT7, padded case, 702M battery kit (w/AC adapter), swivel shoe mount, and sun hood.
- Micro-Adjust Counterweight
- Custom stainless steel counterweight mechanism has over 20" of sliding adjustment for rapid fine-tuning of counterbalance, improving precision and eliminating the tedium of adding and removing smaller plates. (This is a significant feature upgrade over the QuickJib.)
- Tilting Camera Platform
- Our lightweight machined camera platform connects to the end of the crane with deluxe quick-release pins that insert through sealed radial ball bearings, resulting in silent, smooth motion. The camera platform also has a built-in spirit level for quick reference and adjustment.
- Jib Arm / Crane Body
- Crane sections made from stiff, lightweight tubing are precision machined and powder coated before assembly and quality inspection. The upper extension section has a truss pattern cut into the sidewalls to retain strength while minimizing weight and reducing air resistance in light breezes (caution: never use a camera crane in windy conditions). The heavily reinforced, cable-tensioned design of the SnapCrane allows it to reach farther and higher without any sacrifice in stability or performance.
- Case and Sleeves
- Each arm section stores in its own padded nylon protective sleeve that slides snugly into the heavy-duty, lightweight standard soft case, or the optional ultra-duty rolling hard case, protecting the SnapCrane's finish and creating a tight fit within either rugged case for secure transport, ensuring a long service life.
- Pan/Tilt Base & Brake System
- Our ultra-smooth, high-capacity pan/tilt base is built to exacting standards with oversize fasteners, sealed bearings, and beefy construction for a remarkably stable fulcrum point. Superior design, proud craftsmanship, and the finest components set this pan/tilt base apart from those used in other crane systems (it's also a significant upgrade over the QuickJib's). Our brake system utilizes a heavy-duty plate on the crane pivot section and a variable drag mechanism built into the right stator of the pan/tilt base. This system was designed to add significant variable drag and hold any position, but it's forgiving enough to slide under extreme force that could otherwise topple a jib with a locking-brake system.
- Machined Dovetail Joints
- Dovetail joint assembly allows for quick, extremely secure no-tools connection with redundant safety locks. A hefty stainless steel latch (w/internal safety catch) clamps the joint from above while a secondary thumbscrew assures a tight and secure fit from below.
- Deluxe Quick-Release Pins
- Locking stainless aircraft pins of the highest quality and strength are used at the pivot points, and they are attached by lanyard to prevent them from ever being lost. These button-release, t-handle pins are simply the best available, and they represent an upgrade over those used on the QuickJib.
- Cables and Couplings
- Our modular cable system boosts crane stability and rigidity while keeping overall weight down by allowing us to use a single line of compact, lightweight tubing for the main arm. The superior-quality cable tensioning system keeps the SnapCrane taut, rock solid, and easy to control. The smooth-coated, corrosion-resistant cables are easy to handle and will last a lifetime. Marine-grade stainless steel hardware is used exclusively throughout the SnapCrane, ensuring long-term field reliability.
- Crane Case
- The SnapCrane comes standard with VariZoom's new lightweight, heavy-duty Soft Case (hard case optional). This case has three reinforced handles (middle and both ends) along with a hefty shoulder strap, thick padding, and rubber feet. It can be used for other jibs, as well. Also available for purchase is the optional rolling hard case, for the ultimate in protected transport.
- DCR100 Dolly
- Our heavy-duty dolly has an ample spread, rugged solid-rubber wheels, foot brakes, and a positive leg-locking system that securely captures our TCR100 crane tripod. Includes padded carrying case.
- TCR100 Crane Tripod
- Our custom TCR100 is the only tripod we recommend for use with any crane, no matter the brand. We recommend you never use a telescoping or collapsible tripod under a crane, no matter how small. When supporting an expensive camera on a jib elevated above other valuable equipment or people, it is simply a no-brainer to eliminate all risk and use a single-section tripod instead of a telescoping type. The TCR100 was designed with safety and strength in mind, combining a solid machined baseplate (not molded), specialty heavy-gauge tubing, and oversized leveling feet for an ultra-stable design that will never falter or fail. With anodized aluminum, stainless steel fasteners and solid brass bushings, the TCR100 will last a lifetime.
| Construction | Steel and Aluminum |
| Payload Capacity |
Mid-size Setup With MC50 Pan/Tilt Head: 12 lbs (5.4kg) Without Head: 50 lbs (22.7kg) |
| Counterbalance System | Round Weights (Purchased Separately) |
| Height Range |
Max Camera Height: 10' 9" (3.28m) Vertical Movement: 9' (2.74m) Assembled Length: 9' 3" (2.82m) Tripod to Camera: 6' 7" (2m) |
| Tilt Lock | No |
| Tilt Drag | One Setting |
| Tilt Range | +90°/-90° |
| Pan Lock | No |
| Spring Loaded Counter Bal | One Setting |
| Pan Range | 360° |
| Tripod Attachment | Varizoom Specific |
| Head Attachment | MC50 Pan/Tilt Head |
| Head Arm Leveling | Manual |
| Leveling Indicators | None |
| Fold Down | 55" (139.7cm) |
| Weight |
Mid-size Setup Crane/Arm/Base: 49.9 lbs (22.6kg) MC50 Head: 8.25 lbs (3.74kg) |
System Extensions
- Price: $1,168.45
This item is usually Drop Shipped from the MFR/Distributor within 7-10 days (subject to availability). Your order will be charged at the time of placing the order with the MFR
Pan/Tilt Heads
- Price: $2,084.95
Cases & Straps
- Price: $379.95
This is a special order item. Est. arrival at B&H is 7-14 days (subject to availability). Your order will be charged at the time of shipment.
What's in the Box
- VZ-MC50 Pan and Tilt Head System
- VZ-TFT7U 7" Ultimate LCD Monitor Kit
- Jib Arm/Crane Body
- Pan/Tilt Base
- Dovetail Joints
- Quick-Release Pins
- DCR100 Dolly
- TCR100 Crane Tripod
- Cables & Couplings
- Crane Case
- Dolly Case
- 2-Year Parts & Labor Warranty
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