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     Karl Kozak (Kozakkarl) New member Username: Kozakkarl Post Number: 2 Registered: 3-2011 Rating: N/A |
New light-weight, smaller stereoscopic 3D beam-splitter (mirror box) rig allows cinematographers to capture extraordinary 3D images for less. San Diego, CA – 3D Film Factory has released its new light-weight, affordable 3D camera system – the 3D-BS LITE (beam-splitter) RIG. Designed to be handheld or used with steadicam at short focal lengths, the new stereoscopic 3D camera rig is meant for use with smaller camcorders, compact HD cameras and DSLR cameras. The precise, modular design offers cinematographers and videographers a host of features to create picture perfect 3D, providing, almost unlimited camera and alignment control. Developed by award-winning filmmakers and veteran stereographers, the 3D-BS Lite rig offers a viable alternative to high-priced 3D rigs costing ten times as much and more. “Our goal is to proliferate 3D production by making it accessible. In the real world that means making professional 3D systems that filmmakers can actually afford. The 3D-BS Lite Rig answers that need“, said company president Karl Kozak. “Other rig manufacturers are making expensive, overly complicated rigs. We went the other way. Creating the least expensive, professional beam-splitter we could design. It’s simple and small, and made for the Si-2K mini, Canon 5D, 7D, Red’s Scarlet and compact camcorders. We couldn’t be happier with the result.” The 3D-BS Lite Rig (beam-splitter) is fully adjustable, allowing users to have total control over convergence settings (1° to 5°), inter-ocular (camera-to-camera) distances (0” to 3”) and specialty camera mounts that allow users to raise, lower or tilt the cameras in any direction (X Y & Z axis), for perfect 3D picture alignment. Boasting a weight of just 15 lbs., its black anodized aluminium frame is virtually indestructible. Designed to accommodate smaller professional DSLR cameras and compact camcorders, the Si-2K mini, Canon, XF105, 305, 5D and 7D still cameras. “Now that we have a method to gen-lock the Canon 5D Mark II cameras and shoot 3D with them, this is the perfect sized rig for that,” said director of operations Shawn Gilmore. “It’s lighter, cheaper than any other professional rig, AND it shoots amazing stereo for less than the competition. It makes 3D more accessible than ever. ” At the center of the mirror box is a piece of high-grade, optically engineered, 50/50 beam-splitter glass, that’s been optimized for 45°. It’s fully encased in our specialty high-grade plastic, that’s both light-dampening and completely detachable. Finally, the entire 3D rig readily attaches to most professional tripod heads with a simple aluminium tripod adapter (¼-20 screws). The result is the one of the world’s most affordable, professional stereoscopic beam-splitter ever produced. The 3D-BS LITE Rig makes 3D shooting both simple and amazingly precise. When combined with one of our real-time 3D viewing systems, a dual camera sync and gen-locked, HD cameras, cinematographers can capture extraordinary 3D images for a fraction of the cost of all other systems. Additionally, the 3D Film Factory offers a complete line of 3D camera systems, including the 3D-BS PRO, INDIE & MINI Rigs (beam-splitter), intended for larger broadcast cameras and camcorders, as well as, several inexpensive side-by-side rigs. These dual cameras systems are less complex, but equally necessary for most 3D production situations. To learn more about the 3D camera rigs, 3D viewing systems, 3D production, or 3R training workshops visit – www.3DFilmFactory.com About the 3D Film Factory The 3D Film Factory is the leader in professional, affordable 3D camera systems and real-time 3D viewing solutions. In addition we provide a host of 3D production services including, stereographers ‘for hire’, 3D camera rig rental, 3D viewing systems, and 3D post, as well as, monthly 3D training workshops. Former clients include ESPN, NASA, Disney, HD Cinema, Pinewood Studios, and Discovery. For more information visit www.3DFilmFactory.com  |
