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SHAPE Shoulder Mount Kit for Sony

User Manual for SHAPE Shoulder Mount Kit for Sony a7R III a7 III Camera

• Product category: DSLR Video Supports & Rigs SHAPE
• Brand: SHAPE
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Product description

• Ergonomic Cage for Sony a7R III/a7 III Camera The Ergonomic Cage for Sony a7R III/a7 III from SHAPE is a formfitting cage designed for the a7R III or a7 III 4K camera. It protects the camera by securely locking it to the cage. It provides access to all controls and ports, as well as multiple attachment points for accessories. It is equipped with a cable retainer system for securing the three left side cables, and is compatible with a full-sized HDMI cable protector lock to secure the use of your HDMI cable.
  
  There are multiple mounting options for accessories including two cold shoe mounts on top of the cage. These include thirteen 1/4"-20 anti-rotating hole patterns, five ARRI 3/8"-16 anti-rotating hole patterns. 3/8"-16 anti-rotating hole patterns, and two UNC 3/8"-16 threaded mounting holes. This cage is made from CNC Machined aluminum and is compatible with the Sony XLR-K2M audio unit. It features an ARRI rosette that can be mounted in four different locations.
  • Simple, hassle-free, ergonomic design for filmmakers, videographers, and photographers
  • Horizontal 15mm rod clamp on each side allows for the positioning of a 15mm rod
  • Easy access to the camera's features such as the control buttons, side outputs, memory card, the battery compartment, and the lens release button
  • The support between the lens and the camera grip is designed to anticipate a clearing for the fingers when the camera is handheld, allowing for an ergonomic grip
  • Easy to assemble and disassemble, the components don't need to be removed to install the camera
  • The camera is held in place by a 1/4"-20 captive screw integrated into the base of the cage, and secured by the back and sides so it doesn't move forward when equipped with a heavier lens
  • You can attach a Delta adapter plate (sold separately) underneath the cage to mount it on a quick release plate to switch from a tripod to a handheld setup
  • You can operate the camera without having to remove the cable doors, and the strap hooks can remain attached to the camera while inserted in the cage
  • CNC Machined 6061-T6 aluminum holds the camera securely in place and restricts it from rotating with two anti-rotating tabs at the front
  • HDMI cable protector lock
  UPC: 629266007860
• 15mm Rods (18", Pair) These Shape's 15mm Rods are a pair of 18" long rods that fit studio and LWS 15mm rod clamps, allowing you to use available rod mounted accessories. This pair of rods are approximately 18" long and machined from hollow aluminum tubes. The rods feature chamfered ends that make it easier to insert into available 15mm rod clamps.
  • Pair of aluminum support rods for 15mm rod clamps.
  • 18" long rods with chamfered ends that guide the rod into an available rod clamp, even if the rod isn't perfectly aligned or is at a slight angle to the rod clamp.
  UPC: 629266002223
• Quick Handle + Rod Block The Shape Quick Handle + Rod Block is a professional video stabilization accessory with 2 camera handles, each providing an individual rotation angle of 360°. You can attach the handle to the camera platform using a simple screw knob. A simple push button located at the articulation allows easy attachment and removal. Combined with the anodized aluminum Rod Block, the Quick Handle offers composite camera support for all 15mm rods. You can achieve precise positioning by sliding the Quick Handle along the rods and tightening the small red knob located on the Rod Block. With 2 screw-threaded holes, the Rod Block provides for attachment of components such as the Quick Handle.

  Quick Handle

  • Provides professional video stabilization with 2 handles
  • Each handle offers 360° individual rotation
  • Offers easy attachment/removal

  Rod Block

  • Composed of anodized aluminum
  • Offers composite camera support for all 15mm rods
  • Provides precise positioning of the Quick Handle along the rods via the tightening of the small red knob
  • With 2 screw-threaded holes, the Rod Block provides for attachment of components
  UPC: 629266000793
• Mini Composite Shoulder Pad The SHAPE Mini Composite Shoulder Pad is a comfort-padded and comfort-shaped shoulder pad for the back of your camera rig. Outfitted with a 15mm-mount SHAPE Rod Block, the pad attaches right onto a pair of 15mm rods, slides into the best position on them, and tightens in place by a quality lever. It also has a black Screw Knob under which you can add a SHAPE Counter Weight or a SHAPE Back Pad, both optional and both back-supported accessories that work as extensions of the shoulder pad. The Screw Knob's screw is a 1/4"-20 screw. If you remove the Screw Knob, you'll have yourself a 1/4"-20 screw-hole to add various 1/4"-20-mount accessories into. UPC: 629266000830
• Back Pad The Back Pad from SHAPE is a standard rig component included with most SHAPE camera rigs. Its design features a powder coated anodized aluminum plate and arm which are attached to a thick padding on the side facing the user. The pad is easy to both attach and remove from your rig, and it supports the SHAPE BOX attachment. Additionally, the pad's position can be adjusted to the user's preference – up to 2" vertically and 360° horizontally.
  Compatible Support Series
  • • Composite
    • Cameleon
    • Sumo
    • Spider
  UPC: 629266001202

• Limited Lifetime Warranty

• Limited Lifetime Warranty

• Lifetime Warranty

• Rod Block

• Camera Screw Knob (1/4"-20)

• Lifetime Warranty

• Limited Lifetime Warranty

Also Includes

• Push-Button Wooden Top Handle with 15mm LW Clamp
• Quick Release Delta Rod Base System
• Metabones Adapter Support Bracket
• Limited Lifetime Warranty

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Technical parameters

• Ergonomic Cage for Sony a7R III/a7 III Camera

  Compatible Cameras	Sony a7R III and a7 III
  Material	CNC Machined aluminum
  Dimensions	5.2 x 6.3 x 3.0" / 13.1 x 16.0 x 7.6 cm
  Weight	10.6 oz / 300 g

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	8.6 x 7.4 x 4.3"

• 15mm Rods (18", Pair)

  Diameter	15mm
  Length	18" (45.7 cm)
  Weight	0.4 lb (181.4 g)

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	18.5 x 2.992 x 0.236"

• Quick Handle + Rod Block

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	12.7 x 11.3 x 2.55"

• Mini Composite Shoulder Pad

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	6.5 x 4.3 x 3.4"

• Back Pad

  Material of Construction	Anodized aluminum
  Adjustments	Up/Down: 2" (5 cm) Right/Left: 360°
  Weight	0.5 lbs (0.2 kg)

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	8.3 x 4.8 x 4.5"

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