This guide will assist you in choosing which Redrock products or configurations are right for you .
| What's in the Box | |
| Complete Packages | Packages are comprehensive solutions including the M2 adapter, microFollowFocus, and other Redrock cinema accessories. Packages include everything found in our Bundles plus the microFollowFocus Indie bundle, microLensSupport, microPowerPod, and microWhips. Complete Packages are a great economical solution if you need pretty much everything. Packages already include shim kit, hard mount kit, and the 82-72mm step ring. Check the table below to see if your camera has any additional needed accessories. |
| Bundles | Bundles are our most popular line of products, and includes the basics needed to use the M2 adapter. In addition to the M2 adapter itself, Bundles come with the complete rod support system with 18" rods and baseplate, achromat lens, and your lens mount of choice. the microFollowFocus is not included in Bundles. HD Bundles include the shim kit, hard mount kit, and the 82-72mm step-down ring. SD Bundles do not include any of these items. Check the table below for any needed accessories for your camera. |
| Individual Products | If you already own and want to continue using your own rod support system, it may make sense for you to purchase just the individual items, such as the M2 adapter, lens mount, and achromat. Just make sure your rod support system is long enough and sturdy enough to support the added accessories. |
| Accessories | Double-check the list below to see if you need any additional accessories for your specific camera. |
Comparing Options
The following table highlighs the differences between the various bundling options available to you:
SD Bundles |
HD Bundles |
microX Bundles |
Complete Packages |
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| M2 adapter | X |
X |
X |
X |
| Shim kit | X |
X |
X |
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| 82-72 step ring | X |
X |
X |
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| hard mount kit | X |
X |
X |
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| HD achromat | X |
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| SD achromat | X |
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| microX | X |
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| Universal achromat for microX | X |
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| microSupport baseplate with quick release | X |
X |
X |
X |
| 18" microRods | X |
X |
X |
X |
| microPowerPod w/ v-mount battery plate | X |
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| microLensSupport | X |
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| microFollowFocus | X |
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| microLensGears | X |
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| microWhips bundle | X |
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| Redrock Hat | X |
X |
X |
X |
Indie or Digital Cinematographer Edition?
- Indie Editions of Bundles and Complete Packages are for anyone wishing to use still photography 35mm lenses, such as Nikon, Canon, Pentax, Minolta, etc..
- Digital Cinematographer Editions of Bundles and Complete Packages are for anyone wishing to use motion picture 35mm lenses (such as Zeiss, Arri, Cooke, etc.)
- All lens mounts are interchangeable - you can add still lens mounts to the Digital Cinematographer's Bundle, or add the PL mount to an Indie Bundle. Additional lens mounts are available in our online catalog.
microX, HD, or SD Edition?
- the microX flip accessory correctly orients the image coming into the camera. We recommend the M2/microX bundle for most cameras, except for Sony HDV cameras with filter rings 72mm in diameter or larger, such as the EX1 and Z1 cameras. Consult the table below for your camera and recommendation. The microX is universal for both SD and HD cameras.
- Redrock products designated with "HD" are designed for high definition cameras. HD bundles and packages can also be used with standard definition (SD) DV cameras.
- Redrock products designated with "SD" are for standard definition cameras. SD packages are not designed for HD cameras.
Important Update As of Jan 1 2008 all Complete Packages. microX Bundles, and HD Bundles now ship with the shim kit, hard mount kit, and 82-72 step-down ring included. The SD Bundles do not include shim kit, hard mount kit, or step-ring |
Camera Setup Guide for Redrock M2 Cinema Lens Adapter
The following chart will helps make sure you get everything you need to get your Redrock system up and running. Simply look up your camera model on the left and wherever there is a "Y" you will want to purchase that item.
For example, for the Panasonic HVX-200 we recommend the M2/microX bundle which includes the necessary step ring, hard mount kit, and shims
If you have any questions at all, please don't hesitate to contact sales@redrockmicro.com
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Shim Kit |
82-72 Step-down ring |
Hard mount Kit |
Other Step ring |
Spacer Tube |
Notes |
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| Panasonic | |||||||
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M2/microX |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
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M2/microX |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
N |
g |
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M2/microX |
N |
N |
Y |
N |
N |
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M2/microX |
N |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
d |
HDC-SD5 |
M2/microX |
Y |
N |
Y |
37->72 up |
Y |
b,d |
DVC20 |
M2/microX |
Y |
N |
U** |
43->55 up |
N |
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M2/microX |
N |
N |
U** |
43->55 up |
N |
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| JVC | |||||||
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M2/microX |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
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HD |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
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| Sony | |||||||
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HD |
Y 1/8" |
N |
Y |
77->72 down |
Y |
f |
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HD |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
N |
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HD |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
N |
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HD |
Y |
N |
U** |
N |
N |
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M2/microX |
Y |
N |
62->55 down |
N |
e |
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M2/microX |
Y |
N |
U** |
37->55 up |
N |
b |
HDR-SR-7 |
M2/microX |
Y |
N |
Y |
37->55 up |
Y |
b |
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M2/microX |
N |
N |
U** |
37->55 up |
N |
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|
M2/microX |
Y |
N |
U** |
58->55 down |
N |
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|
M2/microX |
Y |
N |
U** |
58->55 down |
Y |
d |
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M2/microX |
Y |
N |
U** |
37->55 up |
N |
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| Canon | |||||||
HV20, HV30, HG10, HF10 |
M2/microX |
Y |
n |
Y |
43->55 up |
Y |
c,d |
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M2/microX |
Y |
N |
U** |
N |
N |
a |
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M2/microX |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
N |
a |
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M2/microX |
Y |
N |
U** |
58->55 down |
N |
b |
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M2/microX |
Y |
N |
Y |
58->55 down |
N |
b |
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M2/microX |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
N |
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M2/microX |
N |
N |
N |
N |
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| Is your camera not listed? Chances are it works as well - drop a line to sales@redrockmicro.com and we can tell you if it is compatible. | |||||||
Notes
**U = unconfirmed. The hardmount kit will likely work on these cameras, though it has not yet been verified
HD = any high definition Bundle or Complete Package, for high definition cameras. The specific bundle will depend on the type of lens you want to use
SD = any standard definition Bundle or Package, designed for standard definition DV cameras. The specific bundle will depend on the type of lens you want to use
The shim kit allows the rods to be adjusted to fit any camera height.
Enables cameras with larger filter rings to use the Redrock adapter (a common example is the Panasonic HVX-200's 82mm filter ring)
The optional hard mount kit connects the adapter directly to the camera. While not required, it is a preferred approach for the newer generation of cameras (in particular the Panasonic HVX-200, JVC HD100 and 200 series, and the Sony Z1/FX1 cameras)
Some cameras may have unusually sized filter lenses, and require a step-ring that Redrock does not currently offer, but can be purchased at adapterrings.com or at any local pro camera shop. The needed ring is coded to help you easily find which ring you need. It is indicated by two numbers, and arrow between them, and "up" or "down". This tells you what type of step ring you need. for example "37->55 up" means you need a 37mm to 55mm step up ring.
Some cameras have a longer minimum focusing distance, and require additional space between the camera and the adapter. A simple spacer tube (which can be found here) does a great job.
a. The canon XL series DV camera lenses have a bulge at the end of the lens. We recommend using a standard 72mm UV filter between the camera lens and the Redrock achromat so it can be attached without damage to your XL lens.
b. For smaller cameras, the shim kit is used to raise the height of the camera.
c. The HV20/HV30 with the microX requires 3/8" shim beneath the rod support. A 1" spacer tube may be required (there are mixed reports of needing this spacer tube or note. We recommend starting without one and purchasing the spacer tube only if needed).
d. For cameras that have a longer minimum focus distance (that is, they can't focus close-up as much as some other cameras)) a 55mm 1" spacer tube is needed, and can be purchased here: http://www.camerafilters.com/detail.aspx?id=788. The spacer tube is inserted between the adapter and the achromat, preferably between the adapter and hardmount kit.
e. The Sony V1 requires a 1/8" shim beneath the camera to raise the camera up.
f. The Sony EX1 requires a spacer tube with the M2. With the microX flip accessory the EX1 does not require a spacer tube
g. The HPX 170 has a 72mm diameter filter and therefore does not require a step ring. Since the HPX 170 has an electronic "flip" feature built in to the camera, it can be used without the microX flip accessory.