The VNKIT Shoulder Baseplate Kit from SHAPE is composed of a top handgrip and top plate, a shoulder baseplate with a pair of 8 and 4" 15mm rods, a start/stop right wood handgrip with black push-button and telescopic ARRI rosette handle, a left telescopic push-button handle with ARRI rosette, a 19mm studio clamp, a follow focus pro, and a carbon fiber swing-away matte box with 15mm/19mm rod mount. It is designed for mounting the Sony VENICE camera.
Featuring a sliding camera plate, SHAPE's REVOLT VCT Universal Baseplate can accommodate rigs of varying sizes. Simply attach your camera via 1/4"-20 or 3/8"-16 screws to the top plate, and slide it onto the shoulder plate. Fore and aft movement allows you to balance the weight of your setup properly. Further adjustments can be made by moving the shoulder pad. The 15mm rod clamps at the front and rear of the baseplate allow you to secure 15mm accessories such as a matte box, follow focus, lens motors, lens supports, battery plates, or external recorders. Since the front rod clamp is attached to the top plate, the rod-mounted accessories don't need to be repositioned as the rig is adjusted. Additionally, handles can be mounted to the ARRI standard rosettes on either side of the plate. When not shoulder-mounted, the baseplate can be secured to a standard VCT-14 ENG quick release in a matter of seconds, saving time on set.
The SHAPE Follow Focus Pro mounts on 15mm rods and features an adjustable arm which puts the gear at the optimal position for the lens, no matter what the diameter is. The unit snaps onto 15mm rods, allowing for quick attachment, removal, and re-positioning. Two 0.8 pitch gears come included and give you a choice of either 28 teeth or 43 teeth - depending on the throw distance of the lens. Additional features include two adjustable hard stops, removable marking disc, and an industry standard accessory port for using optional whips and cranks.
- Snap-on 15mm rod attachment
- Adjustable arm
- Two 0.8 pitch aluminum gears included: 28 teeth and 43 teeth
- Interchangeable gear position
- Adjustable hard stops
- Removable marking disc
- Industry standard accessory port
- CNC machined aluminum parts
Add filters and light control to your camera rig with the 4 x 5.6 Carbon Fiber Swing-Away Matte Box Set from SHAPE. The lightweight matte box features a 2-stage, 4 x 5.65" 360° rotating filter system and can be mounted on any standard 15mm LWS or 19mm studio rod system.
The two rotating filter stages allow you to insert 4 x 5.65" filters, such as polarizing or graduated ND, and independently rotate them 360° to find just the right look. The large 143mm opening provides easy access and the 114mm ARRI-style rubber bellows opening is compatible with standard cine lens sizes. Four lens adapters are included to attach 80, 95, 104, and 114mm telephoto lenses to the matte box. The 15mm LWS and 19mm studio rod adapters are height-adjustable to match the size of your lens.
A top flag and two side flags are included to prevent unwanted flare, and a top handle with five threaded holes allows you to mount additional accessories such as lights, extension arms, and adapter shoes. The entire system is built on a hinge so you can easily swing the matte box away for lens and filter changes.
All the components are packed in a formfitting foam that can be transferred to a carry case of your choice.