The Redrock Micro M2 Encore Indie Bundle (Canon FD Mount) supplies you with the basic components for bringing the look of cinema to your SD or HD video footage. The most crucial component is the M2 Encore Lens adapter, which attaches to the front of your camcorder and lets you shoot through any Canon FD 35mm photo lens. This delivers the enhanced image quality, shallow depth of field, and varied fields of view that are only possible with interchangeable, higher-end glass.
Also part of this package is a complete 15mm rod support system comprising two 18" stainless steel rods, baseplate with low riser, 72mm universal achromat, shim kit, and spacer tube (plus a Redrock hat!). Note that this kit is meant for cameras that include built-in image flip--for example, JVC-HD200 series cameras, the Panasonic HMC-150/HPX-170, and the JVC GY-700. Redrock's microX Encore Flip accessory can be purchased separately or as part of the microX Indie Bundle.
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Step ring for attaching lens adapter to camcorder not included, must be purchased separately.
Superior Underlying Technology
The M2 Encore uses the same core technology as products costing 10 times as much. This approach--known as the rotating ground glass method--is completely transparent when translating the image from the 35mm lens to your video camera. At the heart of the M2e is Redrock's patent-pending Cinescreen (tm) technology, a specially formulated proprietary image element that delivers the unique M2e film look.
The Redrock M2e adapter is the only adapter available that enables you to use both large lens apertures for shallow depth of field and smaller lens apertures for increased depth of field. This revolutionary level of flexibility allows you to use a consistent 35mm look for all your footage, not just shallow depth-of-field shots.
The Redrock M2e adapter is the only adapter available that enables you to use both large lens apertures for shallow depth of field and smaller lens apertures for increased depth of field. This revolutionary level of flexibility allows you to use a consistent 35mm look for all your footage, not just shallow depth-of-field shots.
Best light efficiency available in the industry at slightly less than 1/2 stop light loss (including the optional microX Encore Flip)
Completely redesigned optics over the original M2--for greater edge sharpness and vignette-free operation
Rugged high quality construction for durability and silent operation
Universal camera support, including Sony EX series cameras
Rechargeable battery for 18+ hours of continuous level power
Works with external battery bricks such as V-mount and Anton Bauer
Battery indicator status for charging, on, and low battery
Fast shutter speeds up to 1/500 and beyond
Aircraft-grade machined aluminum construction, 100% glue-free assembly
Collimating Lens Mount
The M2 Encore comes standard with a collimating lens mount that allows you to easily and precisely set your adapter so your lens distance markings and infinity focus are precise. All new M2 Encore adapters are shipped from the factory pre-collimated.
Achieves Cinema-Quality Depth of Field
Shallow depth of field can produce stunning images, allowing techniques such as rack focus and follow focus to enhance your production's look.
Supports Interchangeable Lenses
Get the exact angle of view and focus you want: attach a 20mm wide angle lens for your master shots, switch to a 50mm for your standard scenes, then bump up to an 85mm for that shallow depth-of-field close-up.
Uses a Wide Variety of 35mm Lenses
With mounts available for Canon EOS, Canon FD, Minolta MD, Nikon, Olympus, PL, and Pentax K/S, you can choose the type and brand of lens that works best for you and your budget. Interchangeable mounts let you upgrade your lenses as your project or needs evolve--start with inexpensive Nikon or Canon still lenses, and maybe for the big shoot rent some Cooke or Arri Ultra Primes (just make sure you have the correct mounts).
Works with Today's--and Yesterday's--SD and HD Cameras
The M2 Encore is designed to work with just about every modern SD and HD camera available, from the smallest HV20 to the oldest PD100 to the shiniest EX1R. This bundle is for cameras that include built-in flip, such as the JVC HD200 series cameras, Panasonic HMC150, Panasonic HPX170 series, and the JVC GY-700. For cameras without image-flip capability, the Indie Bundle with microX Flip accessory is recommended.
microSupport Baseplate
The microSupport baseplate is a professional grade support system that is the backbone of your camera rig. In tandem with the included 18" 15mm steel rods, it provides rock-solid support for not only the M2 Encore lens adapter, but for optional on-camera accessories such as follow focus and matte box. It also includes mounting holes for the microPod and microPowerPod for full support of rear-mounted accessories (such as wireless mic and on-camera monitor).
Shim Kit
The shim kit allows the rods to be adjusted to fit any camera height.
Spacer Tube
Some cameras have a longer minimum focusing distance, and require additional space between the camera and the adapter. This simple spacer tube does a great job.