<![CDATA[News - Product News Feed]]> https://www.vocas.com/news Mon, 06 May 2024 07:02:11 +0000 Zend_Feed http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss <![CDATA[Vocas 5-axis Diopter holder available now!]]> https://www.vocas.com/news/vocas-5-axis-diopter-holder-available-now A new and dedicated diopter holder from Vocas


With an increasing variation in diopters from manufacturers like Tiffen, and as a result, an increasing amount of creative options, Vocas has developed a dedicated diopter holder (0410-0100) that allows you to take maximum advantage of these new options.

Diopters give you the freedom to experiment. And with our 5-axis diopter holder experimenting becomes even easier. Using different diopters like the strip, letter box or the split field diopter will allow you to create interesting effects while experimenting and at the same time give you the chance to achieve varied focus effects.

The newly developed diopter holder allows any 138mm diopter and, due to its flexible cuff, will fit any lens perfect while preventing stray light.

Being a dedicated diopter holder, as opposed to a matte box or a single filter tray, the diopter holder has got the unique ability to vary the diopter position over 5 different axes.

Giving you the possibility to adjust the pitch, roll, yaw, vertical and horizontal shift. These axes can be changed independently and run through the optical axis, which means the diopter’s position to the lens will not change while tilted, rolled or rotated. So the Vocas 5-axis diopter holder will not interfere with your creativity!

Vocas 5-axis Diopter


Cine Gear Expo 2019


If you are able to visit Cine Gear Expo 2019 in Los Angeles please visit Vocas at booth 37 'Brooklyn' and discover all the possibilities of the new Vocas 5-axis Diopter holder yourself!


Vocas 15 mm to 19 mm rail adapter


The Vocas 5-axis Diopter holder is also available in a kit (0410-0101) which consists of the Diopter holder (0410-0100) and the 15 mm to 19 mm railadapter (0490-0001).


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Wed, 11 Sep 2019 13:05:47 +0000
<![CDATA[Vocas Canon R-mount  to PL adapter available now!]]> https://www.vocas.com/news/vocas-canon-r-mount-to-pl-adapter-available-now Vocas Canon R-mount to PL adapter

Vocas introduces a new PL adapter. With the Vocas R-mount to PL adapter you'll be able to use PL lenses on the new Canon R-mount cameras.

The new mechanical adapter is shimmable. Which allows you to add, replace or remove shims. By being able to vary your shims you can readjust the flange-back distance of the adapter. This means that unsharp images belong to the past!

Also the lens lock (red ring) is adjustable as a result of which the lens lock will be secure even after many years of use.


Vocas 15 mm support for PL adapters


The 15 mm rail support for Vocas PL adapters is available either separately or in combination with the Canon R-mount to PL adapter (0900-0017).

When using heavy lenses, we recommend you to use the Vocas support for the adapter, to protect both the lens mount and the camera body mount.


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Mon, 06 May 2019 07:19:07 +0000
<![CDATA[Vocas shoulder base plate for RED cameras]]> https://www.vocas.com/news/vocas-shoulder-base-plate-for-red-cameras Vocas shoulder base plate for RED cameras

Vocas introduces a new model of the USBP-15 MKII, the USBP-15 MKII for RED (0350-2203). This model is specifically designed to fit any RED camera!

The 15 mm Universal shoulder base plate can convert any RED camera into a shoulder mounted camera. The USBP-15 MKII is a shoulder base plate that is adjustable in height and has a unique quick release balancing system. With this system you'll achieve optimal balance and stability with all kinds of different camera/lens combinations.



Both sides of the plate are equiped with standard rosettes to mount handgrips or other standard rosette accessories. The bottom of the plate is equiped with magnets. These magnets allow you to mount a variety of shoulder pads to multiple positions underneath the base plate. The USBP-15 MKII attaches directly to the VCT-14 style quick release plates. A toolless VCT-14 rear adjustment prevents the quick release plate from having play.

Optional items for the USBP-15 MKII for RED:
- A shoulder pad wide (0350-2315) is available.
- The flat base plate for USBP-15 MKII (0350-2031) makes the USBP-15 MKII compatible with tripods with ENG wedge plates. Multiple 1/4’’ and 3/8’’ threaded holes are integrated on the bottom of this plate, giving you the options to mount any other tripod plate to this system.


The camera adapter plate, when attached underneath the camera, gives the camera a dovetail connection. This allows you to slide the camera on or off Vocas products that are based on this dovetail system, such as the Quick release dovetail plate.



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Mon, 29 Apr 2019 07:37:04 +0000
<![CDATA[Vocas rig solutions for small cameras]]> https://www.vocas.com/news/vocas-rig-solutions-for-small-cameras Vcas rig solutions for small cameras

Over the last few years Vocas developed a complete new range of rigs to fit DSLR, mirrorless and camjo cameras. Many different setups are available. From run-and-gun upto stable shoulder rigs.

The range of cameras which fit the Vocas rigs is endless, from Sony PXW-FS5 II, Canon EOS 5D, Sony Alpha 7, Blackmagic Design Pocket 4K till the latest Canon EOS RP.

Want to know if we've got a rig for your gear? Check our summary of available Vocas rigs including the latest introductions below.



Vocas Pro rail support 15 mm type Q

The Vocas 15 mm Pro rail support type Q (0350-0910) is specifically designed for compact and mirrorless cameras with a 1/4'' thread hole. This light weight and compact rail support is adjustable in height.


Additional to this rail support Vocas offers a set of handgrips, a shoulder support and a counter weight.


These additional accessories including the Pro rail support 15 mm type Q can also be ordered as a complete kit (0255-5910).




Vocas Pro rail support 15 mm type P

The Vocas 15 mm Pro rail support type P (0350-0900) is specifically designed for compact DSLR cameras. This light weight and compact rail support is adjustable in height.

Additional accessoires (a set of handgrips, a shoulder support and a counter weight) including the Pro rail support 15 mm type P is available as a complete kit (0255-5900).


Vocas Flexible Camera Rig FCR-15

The Flexible Camera Rig FCR-15 is designed so that cameras can be operated on top of your shoulder or in an offset position. This flexibility offers shooting options for using both the camera’s external viewfinders and LCD screens.


The Vocas FCR-15 rig has a 15 mm height adjustable rails support which enables compatibility with almost any camera.

The ARCA sliding system offers quickly adjustable balancing options and release.


FOUR DIFFERENT SETUPS IN ONE!



Vocas Spider starters kit


The Vocas Spider System is a modular system that allows you to make a setup according to your every wish. With the different modules available any combination can be made.


The Vocas Spider starters kit (0800-0001) consists of two extendable arms, a universal camera base, a shoulder brace, and a rubberised handgrip. The extendable arm can be adjusted in length and is 360 degrees rotatable!

The universal camera base is the centre of the Vocas Spider System and can hold up to 4 extendable arms.


Vocas Spider starters kit is very compact and weighs just 615 grams!




Very compact when folded.
Fits every camera case.
3 Points of support;
Shoulder, belly and hand.


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Tue, 23 Apr 2019 09:01:29 +0000
<![CDATA[Vocas LPL adapters ready to ship!]]> https://www.vocas.com/news/vocas-lpl-adapters-ready-to-ship Vocas LPL adapters

Vocas introduces a range of new LPL adapters. LPL is bound to become the industry standard mount for full frame digital cinema cameras.

With the Vocas LPL adapters you'll be able to use LPL lenses on Sony E-mount cameras and existing PL lenses with cameras with an LPL mount.

Whatever you want to combine, we'll make it happen.


Vocas E-mount to LPL adapter


Special adapter to mount the new LPL lenses into the E-mount of Sony cameras.

This mechanical adapter is pre-shimmed and can be adjusted. (0900-0116)

Vocas LPL mount close focus adapter 20 mm


When using this adapter on a LPL mount a close focus will be added to the lens.

With the Close focus adapter you will extend the flange distance between lens and camera. (0900-0151)

Vocas LPL mount to PL adapter


The mechanical adapter makes it possible to mount PL lenses to the new LPL camera lens mounts.(0900-0131)


Vocas 15 mm supports for LPL adapters


The separate 15 mm rail support for Vocas LPL adapters are available for two setups, 15 mm rails mount (0900-0125) and top rails mount (0900-0128).



When using heavy lenses, it's recommended to use one of the Vocas supports for the adapter, to protect both the lens mount and the camera body mount.

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Mon, 15 Apr 2019 11:09:06 +0000
<![CDATA[Pro Moviemaker's Gear of the Year Awards 2018 voting is closed and the Winner is ...]]> https://www.vocas.com/news/pro-moviemakers-gear-of-the-year-awards-2018-voting-is-closed-and-the-winner-is Vocas nominated in two categories Gear of the Year Awards

Vocas is very proud to have been nominated in two different categories of the Pro Moviemaker Gear of the Year Awards 2018. In the category 'Lens accessories' the Vocas matte box MB-256 was shortlisted and in the category 'Rig' the Vocas Spider System made it to the shortlist.

Voting has closed and we're anxious to find out what the Pro Moviemaker readers think of our products. The results will be published in the spring issue of Pro Moviemaker. We will keep you posted!


Vocas matte box MB-256


The MB-256 (0200-0256) is a very lightweight and compact matte box which can be used with DSLR and small Cine lenses. It features a quick lock mounting system that attaches directly to front lens barrels up to 114 mm. It can be used as clip-on and is suitable for 15 mm LWS rail support, via an optional bars adapter (0360-0100) or swing away adapter (0460-0600).

The Vocas patented internal eyebrows for optimal flare control and reduction of reflections are integrated in the hood of matte box








Vocas Spider starters kit


The Vocas Spider System is a modular system that allows you to make a setup according to your ever wish. With the different modules available any combination can be made.

The Vocas Spider starters kit (0800-0001)consistis of two extendable arms, a universal camera base, a shoulder brace, and a rubberised handgrip. The extendable arm can be adjusted in length and is 360 degrees rotatable!

The universal camera base is the center of the Vocas Spider System and can hold up to 4 extendable arms.



Vocas Spider starters kit is very compact and weighs just 615 grams!
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Wed, 13 Feb 2019 08:22:50 +0000
<![CDATA[Vocas present at BSC EXPO 2019 in London]]> https://www.vocas.com/news/vocas-present-at-bsc-expo-2019-in-london Vocas and BSC EXPO 2019

Visiting the BSC EXPO 2019 in London? Make sure you pay a visit to the Vocas stand. You can find Vocas at stand 003 with all the latest gear. During the expo Vocas will introduce the C-cage, a cage specially designed for the Blackmagic Design Pocket 4K camera.

Register here and get FREE tickets!


Vocas cage for Blackmagic Design Pocket 4K camera

The Blackmagic Design Pocket 4K camera is the state of the art camera of the moment. And this camera gets even better with the Vocas accessories. Our C-cage gives you the flexibility to get the shots you want. The Vocas C-cage kit (0600-1001) is designed to give you maximum freedom while at the same time adding minimal weight to your gear. The C-cage with an angled HDMI connector, with a top handgrip and a SDD holder weighs only 356 gram (12.5 ounce).

Don't need the whole kit? All parts of the Vocas C-cage for BMD pocket 4K camera can be ordered separately. That means you can order only the C-cage including the angled HDMI connector (0600-1000), or the Top handgrip Mini (0600-1010) or the SSD holder (0600-1020). Whatever suits you best.

Mounting the Vocas C-cage onto the camera is easy. You just use the camera's thread holes at the bottom and the top. To keep the camera from twisting two center pins are included at the bottom of the C-cage.

Both the Top handgrip Mini and the SSD holder can be mounted onto other rigs and cheese plates as well, using 1/4” screws. The Top handgrip Mini includes a 15 mm viewfinder adapter, a cold shoe and several ¼” thread holes.

Since the Pocket 4K camera uses a Micro Four Third (MFT) lens mount, the Vocas MFT to PL adapter (0900-0011) might come in handy.



Vocas C-cage for BMD Pocket 4K kit


The C-cage for BMD Pocket 4K kit (0600-1001) consists of:

- C-cage for BMD Pocket 4K (0600-1000)
- Top handgrip Mini (0600-1010)
- SSD holder (0600-1020)

Total weight: 356 grams


Vocas C-cage for BMD Pocket 4K


C-cage for BMD Pocket 4K (0600-1000), consists of 3 parts, bottom, side and top part. An angled HDMI connector is included and acts as a camera connector protector. To keep the camera from twisting two center pins are included at the bottom of the C-cage.

Weight: 223 grams

Vocas Top handgrip Mini


Top handgrip Mini (0600-1010) with integrated 15 mm viewfinder adapter and cold shoe.

Weight: 107 grams

Vocas SSD holder


SSD holder (0600-1020), including rubber straps to mount a SSD.

Weight: 26 grams

Vocas MFT to PL adapter


This Vocas adapter (0900-0011) allows the use of PL lenses on MFT-mount cameras. The separate Vocas PL mount cap is included.

Also available with a 15 mm support (0900-0010) included.


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Wed, 13 Feb 2019 08:23:51 +0000
<![CDATA[Vocas Post IBC 2018 Newsletter]]> https://www.vocas.com/news/vocas-post-ibc-2018-newsletter A successful IBC 2018 has ended. Thanks to all our partners, distributors, customers and friends who visited our stand during the show!

Also many thanks for all the positive feedback regarding the new Vocas Flexible Camera Rig FCR-15! It's always very nice to hear that a new Vocas product is received that well.

The new Flexible Camera Rig FCR-15 is ready for shipping. To make life easier Vocas has composed three different kits of the FCR-15: FCR-15 Basic kit € 995,-, FCR-15 Advanced kit € 1295,- and the FCR-15 Pro kit € 1595,- (see below).

In addition we like to mention that the Vocas follow focuses MFC-3 and MFC-3F fit a setup with the Vocas Flexible Camera Rig FCR-15 perfectly.


Flexible camera rig FCR-15

The Flexible Camera Rig is designed in a way that cameras can be operated on top of your shoulder or in an offset position. This flexibility offers shooting options for using both the camera’s external viewfinders and LCD screens. The rig has a 15 mm height adjustable rails support which enables compatibility with almost any camera. The ARCA sliding system offers quickly adjustable balancing options.

The optional top handle enables you to mount any third-party viewfinder or LCD screen via the Vocas NATO rail solutions. To the back of the rig, a counterweight or battery can be mounted. Available in kits with or without top handle, viewfinder bracket, handgrips, counterweight etc. These kits fold together very compactly and fit nicely into every camera bag.

All with maximum stability in mind for the best steady shot you have ever made without a complex stabilizing system.


FOUR DIFFERENT SETUPS IN ONE!

Flexible Camera Rig FCR-15 Basic kit

The FCR-15 Basic kit (0255-3000) consists of Flexible Camera Rig FCR-15 (0350-3000)and leather handgrip kit short (0390-0003).


Flexible Camera Rig FCR-15 Advanced kit

The FCR-15 Advanced kit (0255-3010) consists of Flexible Camera Rig FCR-15 (0350-3000), FCR-15 top handle (0350-3010) and leather handgrip kit (0390-0002).


Flexible Camera Rig FCR-15 Pro kit


The FCR-15 Pro kit (0255-3020) consists of Flexible Camera Rig FCR-15 (0350-3000), FCR-15 top handle (0350-3010), FCR-15 rear rails bracket (0350-3020), weight 1 kg for 15 mm rails (0370-0220) and leather handgrip kit (0390-0002).



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Tue, 30 Oct 2018 15:30:29 +0000
<![CDATA[Vocas IBC 2018 newsletter (Flexible Camera Rig FCR-15)]]> https://www.vocas.com/news/vocas-ibc-2018-newsletter-flexible-camera-rig-fcr-15 Vocas latest development, a completely new shoulder rig, will be shown for the first time! You can try it yourself! Other new items at the Vocas booth are a camera adapter plate for the Sony PXW-FS5 / FS5 II in combination with a Metabones support, LPL adapters and a Director's monitor cage.

So, visiting the Vocas booth 12.D55 is a necessity!



Flexible camera rig FCR-15

After many years Vocas redesigned the range of shoulder rigs. The result is a multifunctional camera rig (0350-3000)! The new camera rig will function with all kind of cameras ranging from a Canon EOS 5D, Panasonic AG-UX180 to the Sony PXW-FS5! One for all!

The shoulder rig is designed in a way that cameras can be operated on top of your shoulder and in an offset position. This flexibility offers shooting options for using both the camera’s external viewfinders and LCD screens. The rig has a 15 mm height adjustable rails support which enables compatibility with almost any camera. The ARCA sliding system offers quickly adjustable balancing options.

The optional top handle enables you to mount any third-party viewfinder or LCD screen via the Vocas NATO rail solutions. To the back of the rig, a counterweight or battery can be mounted. Available in kits with or without top handle, viewfinder bracket, handgrips, counterweight etc.

All with maximum stability in mind for the best steady shot you have ever made without a complex stabilizing system.



COMPACT SHOULDER CONFIGURATION
Ideal position when using an
external viewfinder.
SHOULDER CONFIGURATION
Using the camera’s LCD this
is the best position.
CHEST BRACE CONFIGURATION
Shooting from a lower point of view.
OFFSET SHOULDER CONFIGURATION
The position for viewing rear
LCD’s and viewfinders.


Full offset FCR-15 kit

Including handgrips, top handle and counterweight.




The next few days Vocas crew members are based in Amsterdam at IBC 2018 booth 12.D55! Very near to the Vocas headoffice which is located in Hilversum. Vocas accessories are developed, made and sold in Hilversum; “Made in Holland”.


Vocas is ready for some interesting introductions at this year’s IBC in Amsterdam! Working in the professional camera market and following this market very closely, we at Vocas develop accessories for the latest cameras and film & video trends. During development we also try to never lose sight of improving the life of the cameraman at work!

At the Vocas booth you can find our latest products which are ready to ship, such as specific accessories for the latest cameras like Sony VENICE, Canon EOS C200, Panasonic AU-EVA1 and more. In addition, we showcase the latest Vocas follow focus, a matte box support with shoulder pad and LPL adapters!


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Wed, 31 Oct 2018 11:36:35 +0000
<![CDATA[Vocas IBC 2018 newsletter (Director's monitor cage)]]> https://www.vocas.com/news/vocas-ibc-2018-newsletter-directors-monitor-cage Vocas latest development, a completely new Director's monitor cage, will be shown for the first time! You can try it yourself! Other new items at the Vocas booth are a flexible camera rig FCR-15, a camera adapter plate for the Sony PXW-FS5 / FS5 II in combination with a Metabones support and LPL adapters.

So, visiting the Vocas booth 12.D55 is a necessity!


Director’s monitor cage

A light weight one-piece Director’s monitor cage is new in the market. The Vocas Director’s monitor cage comes with leather handgrips and a lot of 1/4” and 3/8” mounting points! Optional accessories are an accessory bracket for mounting a battery or video receiver, Spigot adapter for light stands and an adjustable sunshade.

Monitors up to 7” will fit the Vocas Director’s monitor cage, of any brand. The leather handgrips provide the Director’s monitor cage with a stable base when placed on a table or desk. A camera harness, which is included, can be mounted to the leather handgrips easily.

Director’s monitor cage

The Director’s monitor cage (0600-0900)provides the monitor a stable base and includes a comfortable harness and the Vocas signature soft leather handgrips, all while protecting the monitor.

Spigot adapter

The spigot adapter (0600-0910) provides compatibility with both a tripod (via a 1/4’’ and 3/8’’ thread hole) and a spigot (16 mm connection). The adapter also makes your monitor tilt slightly backwards when placed on a flat surface.

Sunshade

For maximum reflection reduction, better contrast, colors and optimal true representation of the image, this water resistant, light proof sunshade (0600-0920) is highly recommended. The height and width of the sunshade can be easily adjusted, depending on the dimensions of your 7’’ monitor. For monitors with a touch screen, the bottom section of the sunshade can be cut away to provide easy access to the screen.

Accessory bracket

The accessory bracket (0600-0930) offers the possibility to add a video receiver or battery plate. All possible hole patterns are added for attaching any battery plate, as well as multiple slots for attaching a video receiver using a 1/4’’ screw. The accessory bracket can be mounted on several positions on the Director’s monitor cage, up to a maximum of two accessory brackets.

Full Director's monitor cage kit

Including spigot adapter, sunshade and accessory plate.



The next few days Vocas crew members are based in Amsterdam at IBC 2018 booth 12.D55! Very near to the Vocas headoffice which is located in Hilversum. Vocas accessories are developed, made and sold in Hilversum; “Made in Holland”.

Vocas is ready for some interesting introductions at this year’s IBC in Amsterdam! Working in the professional camera market and following this market very closely, we at Vocas develop accessories for the latest cameras and film & video trends. During development we also try to never lose sight of improving the life of the cameraman at work!

At the Vocas booth you can find our latest products which are ready to ship, such as specific accessories for the latest cameras like Sony VENICE, Canon EOS C200, Panasonic AU-EVA1 and more. In addition, we showcase the latest Vocas follow focus, a matte box support with shoulder pad and LPL adapters!



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Wed, 31 Oct 2018 11:36:53 +0000