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Here at Sachtler we eat, drink and sleep camera supports and accessories – we are total gear heads!
When we are not designing and making the world’s best tripods and fluid heads we are checking out our favourite cameras and production gear. In this series we’ll share our dream cameras and rigs with you.
Share your dream #mysachtlersetup with us.
Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro
The URSA Mini Pro is a professional digital film camera that combines the incredible image quality of URSA Mini 4.6K with the features and controls of a traditional broadcast camera.
You get a massive number of controls on the side of the camera which are positioned so you can adjust most settings by feel, and without ever having to take your eyes off the action.
Recommended Camera Kit
The ways to rig your camera are limitless, it all depends on your shoot and budgets. Here is one of our favourite rigs, ideally suited for a cinematic application where weight matters.
Camera Supports
Sachtler System FSB 8 FT MS with flowtech®75
Fluid Head:
The FSB 8 is the strongest 75-mm solution from Sachtler and therefore the perfect partner for larger camcorders, smaller film set-ups and DSLR set-ups. Thanks to the Snap & Go Sideloading mechanism, pre-configured set-ups are mounted quickly and easily on the side of the fluid head. A long sliding range offers balancing for all camera setups. Of course, it comes with the proven Sachtler drag, the Speedbalance technology, large payload range, wide temperature range, parking position for spare camera screws and illuminated bubble level.
Tripod:
The award-winning flowtech® tripod technology offers unique quick release brakes to deploy and adjust your tripod in an instant. The ergonomic carbon fibre leg design offers exceptional torsional stiffness and makes it easy to transport. The integrated versatile hinge lock mechanism allows you to capture extremely low and high shots with superior performance. flowtech® offers reliability thanks to extensive endurance and environmental testing.
Mobile Power
Anton/Bauer Dionic XT 150 V-Mount
Battery:
The XT series of batteries from Anton/Bauer is designed and engineered to give the longest lasting and most reliable Li-ion batteries in their class. With a 12A constant current capability - 20A for 2s to deal with inrush on challenging loads - the XT series will power the most demanding 14.4v cameras and LED fixtures.
Charger:
The revolutionary 'green' LP charger series supports the Dionic XT battery series and features an efficient charging algorithm for multi-chemistry, simultaneous charging. The algorithm ensures rapid charging of up to four batteries at a time, all while conserving energy, eliminating waste, and reducing total cost of ownership. The Performance Charger series is nearly 40% more efficient than traditional chargers, rendering large power supplies virtually obsolete.
LED Lighting
Litepanels Astra 6X Bi-Color with Snapbag Softbox
Fixture:
The Astra 6X Bi-Color panel builds on the popularity of the Astra 1x1 Family, the next generation of LED panels from Litepanels. The innovative Astra family of LED panels were years in the making, with every design element of these next-generation panels being meticulously crafted.
Softbox:
This Snapbag softbox is made to fit the Astra 1x1 family of LED panels and fits securely to soften its output. This comes with a 1/2 diffusion and attaches via the incorporated Velcro, allowing the edges to be sealed to prevent any light leaks.
Monitor and Wireless Transmission
SmallHD 502:
The SmallHD 502 is the lightest 5-inch, 1080p Full HD field monitor with colour capabilities that rival OLED technology. It's a mere 7.4 oz light and is able to reproduce 100% Rec 709 colour.
Teradek Bolt 500 LT:
The Bolt LT takes Teradek’s industry-leading wireless performance and packages it into an affordable, streamlined series of zero-delay wireless video systems. The LT line is available in 500ft. or 1000ft. max-range models, with the LT 500 offering external antennas on the transmitter for enhanced wireless performance.
Accessories
Featuring an extra-wide opening, Sachtler's Dr. Bag 4 is a large bag designed to store and protect a camera with a matte box and microphone attached, along with extra gear. It features removable internal rigid dividers for custom configuration, cold-moulded laminate panels provide extra protection, and side pockets for additional storage. Additionally, the bag provides internal LED lighting to enable easy viewing of your contents even in dimly lit environments. The bag is carried using the ergonomic handle or included padded shoulder strap, and is also compatible with Sachtler's Snaplock Trolley System.
