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Cavision 3x3" Matte Box with Top and Side Flags

BH #CAMB3485S • MFR #MB3485S
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Cavision 3x3" Matte Box with Top and Side Flags
Key Features
  • ABS Hood with Rear Clamp
  • Two 3 x 3" Filter Holders
  • Adjustable Top and Side Flags
Cavision's 3x3" Matte Box with Top and Side Flags features an ABS hood with an 85mm rear clamp, two 3 x 3" filter holders, a top mounted French flag and two adjustable side flags. A matte box is an excellent tool for maximizing light control and an efficient means of deploying and adjusting filters. This model can accommodate wide-angle lenses and is a great fit for a DSLR or nearly any video camera.
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Cavision MB3485S Overview

Cavision's 3x3" Matte Box with Top and Side Flags features an ABS hood with an 85mm rear clamp, two 3 x 3" filter holders, a top mounted French flag and two adjustable side flags. A matte box is an excellent tool for maximizing light control and an efficient means of deploying and adjusting filters. This model can accommodate wide-angle lenses and is a great fit for a DSLR or nearly any video camera.

Key Features
  • Clamp-on hood with 85 mm inside diameter
  • Rotating filter stage for adjusting polarizers
  • Wide shade allows for wide lenses
  • Durable ABS construction
  • Includes top flag and adjustable side flags
  • Flags can be removed for storage and transport
EAN: 3110103333114

Cavision MB3485S Specs

Lens Compatibility
85 mm Clamp
Attachment Method
Lens Clamp
Rod Ports (via Optional Accessory)
Filter Rotation
Yes: 270°
Removable Filter Trays
1 x Rotating 3 x 3" (Slide-In)
1 x 3 x 3" (Slide-In)
Flags
1 x Top Flag
2 x Side Flag
Dimensions
6.8 x 5.1 x 2.7" / 17.2 x 13 x 6.8 cm
Weight
6.3 oz / 180 g (Matte Box)
3.5 oz / 100 g (Top Flag)
2.8 oz / 80 g (Side Flag)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.05 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
7.4 x 5.5 x 2.9"

Cavision MB3485S Reviews

Great for it's price

By Seyf
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-04-20

I recently bot this a couple of weeks ago. I used it on a shoot and it worked amazingly. For its price, it really helped with getting out shadows and getting rid of any unwanted light just like any other Matte box but simply for cheaper. Whilst it functions extremely well, something that is annoying about is that I had to buy a step up ring so that it could fit onto my camera which cost another $15 but it was completely worth it. I would recommend it to anyone who is currently in the first stages of learning how to rig out cameras as it really helps people learn about the usefulness of Matte Boxes

Gonna give it time, but...

By Jason
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2020-12-28

Read a few of the reviews on this Matte box, and was hesitant to purchase based on the reviews. Since the price wasn’t a budget buster, I went for it. I’ll start with the Pros: looks great on my new SLR Magic Micro primes. The clamp on Style Matte box in theory eases the time for lense changes and camera set up. The slide in 3x3 filter holders are pretty solid and easy to set up as well. The rotating filter holder is great for a pola. The flags are nice and big and easily adjustable. The abs plastic has a classic wrinkle finish that looks professional and feels good to the touch. This finishes the business end of my A7 rig off nicely. Cons: the clamping thumb screw is ultra small and feels like it could strip threads with one too many turns. It does not have a very positive grip on the end of the lens.. since this is the only stock attachment point with this set up it’s really only good for very light studio use. That being said Cavision offers a clamp for 15mm rods as an additional item that can be purchased separately. In my opinion, some further R&D needs to be done to make the clamp stronger and the attachment more positive.

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question

May I use this matte box with the Zunow WCX-80 wide angle lens on a Sony FDR AX-100 camera with no vignetting? Thanks
Asked by: David
This combination is unknown and the answer would only come from testing the components together. Having said that, we feel that the camera with its lens at the widest mm setting plus wearing the Zunow most likely will cause vignetting with the matte box. The vignetting should go away if you zoom in slightly.
Answered by: Dennis A L.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

Can this matte box be clamped to a lens that has an 82mm attachment thread? Or do I need a step-up ring in order for the clamp to be secure? I have a zoom lens (24-70mm) that I'm looking to clamp to a DLSR. Would ideally like to avoid using a rail system.
Asked by: Samuel
Unfortunately, there is no Cavision 82mm to 85mm diameter available. And unless the lens's outer diameter is exactly 85mm, we are not able to make a recommendation. Cavision requests that you contact them directly. Cavision Tel: 604-298-9053 Website http://www.cavision.com/ Email [email protected].
Answered by: Dennis A L.
Date published: 2018-08-28

Can fit Cokin P Series filters (86mm)?

Can fit Cokin P Series filters (86mm)?
Asked by: Nicolás
Is Cokin P filter 84mm in width instead of 86mm? cokin "P" filters fit loosely in filter stage slots only without using a filter tray. You can use filter tray locks on the side of the matte box to hold it in place.
Answered by: Cavision Customer Care
Date published: 2020-04-09

question

I'd like to use this hood on a wide angle converter lens (16x9 Inc. 169-HDWC8X-72 EXII 0.8x Wide Angle Converter) with the Sony FDR AX-100 camera. The hood web site says it can work with a bit wider lenses. The outside diameter of the converter lens is 98mm (with a filter size of 105mm - I don't understand but those are the numbers I keep getting?). I prefer to not use rails for this small camera. Thanks
Asked by: David
The rear clamp for this matte box is 85mm and cannot accommodate 105mm or 98mm. As far as not using rails, such a small camera cannot accommodate such large conversion lenses and matte boxes without them.
Answered by: Dennis A L.
Date published: 2018-08-28

Does this come with mounts to the cage rig?

Does this come with mounts to the cage rig?
Asked by: Isaac
The Cavision 3x3" Matte Box is a clamp on matte box, which clamps onto your lens directly, with or without a rig.
Answered by: Eric
Date published: 2020-07-17

question

I have a bmpcc and Veydra lenses. They are 77mm. Will this matte box work with those?
Asked by: Matt P.
Hello, I have 72mm lens and I had to purchase a 72 to 82 step up ring for this to fit properly. Works fine with it.
Answered by: Judy M.
Date published: 2018-08-25

Would 2mm or 3mm filters fit in the metal trays?

Would 2mm or 3mm filters fit in the metal trays?
Asked by: Jason
Yes, the maximum thickness that can fit is 4mm.
Answered by: Geetika
Date published: 2021-02-21

question

The 85mm lens opening sounds non-standard. If the cinema lenses I'm considering have an 80mm opening, is it safe to expect this matte box to be able to clamp down from 85mm to 80mm in order to grip the cinema lens properly?
Asked by: Anonymous
This matte box is designed to be used with 15mm support rods. It will not clamp on a 80mm lens barrel.
Answered by: KEVIN K.
Date published: 2018-08-25
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