Cambo exhibit at AVM Broadcast 2013

The Cambo Stand 63 – is almost finished!  AVM2013 Floorplan Link

As you can see we have the V-40 Boom with the PT-900s motorised head, mounted on the VPD-4 Wheeled Dolly. The VPD-4 can also be fitted with track skates for the UniTrack system.

Also the Artes Boom is fitted with the ‘New’ EPT Pan/Tilt head and Monitor. All Cambo Booms are easy to set up and when dismantled can be transported in the V-444 case.

The CS-Video rigs are tripod and shoulder mounted and are configured for Canon HDSLR and DV Cameras. Speak to Richard or Koop at the show and they will show you how easy it is to change a DV rig to a HDSLR rig in 2 easy steps!

Don’t forget … CAMBO SPECIAL OFFER – 47% off the list price!

The Follow Focus is available for sale on the stand. There are a limited number of units available at this ‘very special’ price. For more information please follow this link and contact the Cambo sales office.

Cambo exhibit at AVM Broadcast 2013

From the 15-16th May Cambo will be exhibiting at AVM Broadcast 2013 in Hilversum, The Netherlands. Come and visit us on Stand Number 63.

AVM2013 Floorplan Link

AVM 2013 is the only dedicated Broadcast event in the Netherlands. For more than 10 years AVM has been the meeting place for the professionals to discuss the latest development and broadcast technologies.

Cambo will be showing the V40 Video Boom System, a modular system now available with the ‘New’ EPT motorised pan/tilt head.

Cambo Video Supports

There will also be the opportunity to see the UniTrack and VPS Pedestal system. UniTrack comes in 5m sections and is unique as you make the track straight, bend and adjust the level at every track section to produce steady & smooth footage.

Of course the event wouldn’t be complete without trying out a CS-Video Rig. The Rigs are available as kits or you can customise your own – ask Cambo for more details.

Cambo Video Rigs

CAMBO SPECIAL OFFER – 47% off the list price!

There are a limited number of Follow Focus Units available at a ‘very special’ price. For more information please follow this link and contact the Cambo sales office.

Cambo introduce the ‘New’ CS-280 Follow Focus Drive Wheel

Cambo Follow Focus units are generally used with heavy duty lenses that have built-in gear or require a lens strap with a gear mechanism. Wider geared drives were introduced when the CS-MFC-2 and CS-MFC-3 were launched and supplied with a new lens strap that could be fitted easier and coupled to the drive instantly.

The HDSLR Camera manufacturers Canon, Nikon and Sony supply lenses with rubber sleeves around the focus ring. As these lenses are lightweight they are easy to focus such that we have now introduced the CS-280 Rubber drive wheel that can be fitted to existing Cambo Follow Focus units.

The sample video was captured using a Cambo Video rig with the CS-MFC-2 Follow Focus and CS-280 Rubber Drive Wheel. The Camera we used was a Nikon D800, the wide shot was captured with the 50mm f1.4 and the 105mm Macro lens was used for the close-up shot.

The CS-MFC-2 has 2 hard focus stops. The first point of focus was made on the wall and the second point on the marble statue. As you can see from the video clip the Follow Focus and CS-280 works perfectly.

The CS-280 Rubber Drive Wheel is available now for €46.00/£39.00 +tax/vat.

Both Follow Focus units are also available from Cambo, the CS-MFC-2 is priced at €791.00/£672.00 and CS-MFC-3 €699.00/£594.00 +tax/vat.

Architectural photographer Jonathan Taylor creates images for Harewood House using the Cambo Wide RS1250 and Leaf Credo 80 million pixel digital camera back.

Photographer Johnathan Taylor of Cloud 9 Leeds uses the Cambo Wide RS1250, Leaf Credo 40 and Rodenstock 32TS lens for high quality architectural and landscape work.

Jonathan arranged a shoot with Harewood House so that we could create a test report to show the quality of  the new Mamiya Leaf Credo 80 digital back when using a technical camera and tilt swing lens.

We were joined by Richard Kilpatrick who will create the report in more detail, this will be published in a professional photographic journal soon.

Harewood House in Yorkshire is one of the treasure houses of England and home to the Count & Countess of Harewood.

Built by York architect John Carr, with interiors by Robert Adam and furniture by Thomas Chippendale, set in ‘Capability’ Brown’s finest landscape, Harewood is the ideal location to test the quality of the new Cambo Wide RS1250 and Leaf Credo 80.

Equipment used; Cambo Wide RS1250, Mamiya Leaf Credo 80, Rodenstock 32TS and Schneider 43TS lenses. We chose not to use any flash or fill in light, we had enough natural light spilling in which was shaded by the blinds, producing a more natural look.

We captured the Chippendale Diana Cabinet with the Schneider 43TS lens and stitched two images with a total pixel size 10311 x 10083 producing a 297.4Mb file.

The State Bed was captured using the Rodenstock 32TS lens and stitched two images with a total pixel size 10144 x 11207 producing a 325.3Mb file.

As we were in the Gallery we also took the opportunity to capture the magnificent ceiling painted by Biagio Rebecca, covering an area of 76 feet long and 24 feet wide.

Jonathan captured the ceiling in sections by simply moving the tripod and stitching the images together to create an image with the total pixel size of 28451 x 8286 producing a 674.5Mb file.

High Resolution Images;

The State Bed (via your web browser)

High Resolution Images for Download;

Chippendale Diana Cabinet

The State Bed

Gallery Ceiling

All images are subject to copyright and may not be reproduced in any medium without the consent of Cloud 9 Architectural Photography © 2012

Finally, we would like to thank the staff & management of Harewood House for their assistance throughout the day.

For further information about Cambo camera systems and purchase options please contact Charles Woods at CamboUK, cambouk@gmail.com or charles.woods@cambo.com

Cambo CS Rig Configurator Kit

Cambo CS Video rigs are now available as a ‘Configurator Kit‘ to enable dealers to show their customers up to 9 Video Rig configurations.

The Configurator Kit parts are stored in a case measuring 18”x12”x8” (46x30x20cm), with foam inserts, roller wheels and a retractable pull handle for ease of transport.

            

Why did we build the Configurator Kit?

There are many cameras on the market, HDSLR’s from Nikon & Canon, DV Camcorders from Panasonic, Sony & JVC and the Blackmagic range. They all vary in size and weight according to the camera and lens supplied.

The Configurator Kit enables dealers to invest in a complete system that will enable them to show their customers the right rig for their camera. The kit is also available to Rental houses and for purchase from your local Cambo dealer.

Which Cameras are catered for?

We try wherever possible to have all cameras covered. The Configurator Kit has a manual displaying the list of cameras we have tested and balanced. Curently there are 45 and more will be added as we test them.

Price & Availability

Investing in a number of different Video Rigs would normally cost several thousands pounds. The Configurator Kit is only £1,600.00 +vat, plus delivery.

UK enquiries contact; nigelc@holdan.co.uk

International enquiries; charles.woods@cambo.com

New products from Cambo at NAB Las Vegas 2013

The NAB show is well underway in Las Vegas and Cambo have been showing products that have been recently introduced in Europe.

Visit Alphatron at Booth C10455 to see our latest equipment and developments.

Cambo EPT – a low-cost, high quality, motorised pan and tilt head developed for the Artes and V-15 booms enabling cameras up to 10Kg to be used. There are two purchase options;

Cambo EPT: Motorised head c/w Joystick Controller €2,195/£1,866/$2,875 +tax/vat

Cambo Artes EPT: Artes Boom c/w EPT Motorised head & Joystick Controller €2,995/£2,546/$3,920+tax/vat

Cambo X4Pro – Developed originally as the X2Pro for still images for HDSLR systems the X4Pro is being fine tuned to be used with high quality video systems. The first version of the X4Pro was made for the Red Epic, now at NAB we are showing the X4Pro with Sony Cameras.

Price? The X4Pro c/w 19mm Rail Connector and Follow Focus Control is €2,395/£2,100/$3,200+tax/vat

So why have we developed the X4Pro & what does the new version offer?

The Cambo X4Pro offers up to 20 degrees swing and 20 degrees tilt, up to 17.5mm horizontal and 17.5mm vertical shift. The movements are dependent on the size of the video sensor and the lenses used. We have a wide range of high quality digital lenses available, manufactured by Schneider and Rodenstock.

Why use movement?

If we use depth of field to throw the background in/out of focus we are changing the aperture of the lens and as you know lenses perform better at specific apertures, we call this the sweet spot. A 28mm Schneider Digital lens at f11 can remain at f11 as we can use the movement on the X4Pro to adjust the plane of focus. The sample clip below is from a Red camera showing the road in focus. When the car enters the road area they will be in focus, this is selective focus. Taking this a step further we can focus across the diagonal of a product maintaing the sweet spot of the lens and pull just the product in focus. Many photographers use the selective and plane of focus for product shots and macro photography – now we have made this available for professional video.

Cambo Loupe Offer – ends 30th April 2013

Manufactured to the highest quality for professional photographers and videographers, the Cambo CS loupe system is a ‘must have’ when shooting with DSLR systems.

The CS Loupes are recognised by leading DSLR camera manufacturers for the quality, functionality and durability. Fitted with a true 3x Schneider Kreuznach high quality optical element the Cambo CS loupe produces the best result available on the market today. Why?

•  Sharpness from edge to edge
• No light fall-off towards or vignetting
• Distortion free lens elements
• No colour fringing – common on low quality products
• Dioptre setting for personal adjustment
• Anti fogging ventilation provided
• Lanyard safety strap included
• Soft eyecup for spectical wearers for left or right eye use
• Eyecup cap for oculair -protection during time lapse
• Mounting with bracket with 1/4 thread to tripod
• Exchangeable LCD frames modular for most cameras
• Available for cameras with 3.0 or 3.2 screens

List Price £306.00 – Offer Price £255.00 Includes Loupe, Baseplate, Frame, Eyecup, Lanyard & Lens cap.

Prices exclude VAT & Delivery, contact your nearest Cambo Stockist. Offer expires 30th April 2013.

Which loupe? Click here to find out which loupe fits your camera.

Brochure – Click here to download the PDF Cambo Viewing Loupe System

Plus – the loupe fits all Cambo architectural cameras and sliding backs, contact Cambo UK for further information; cambouk@gmail.com