Camera Foundry launched their CineBack rig for both Sony FX3 and FX30, which are practically the same camera regarding build and ergonomics. The new CineBack features top and bottom plates and quad D-Tap outputs straight out of a V-mount battery. As of the time of writing the first three batches are already sold out. What makes a Cine camera? Is it advanced and various codecs? Sensor size? Recording time? Frame rates? Is it just a branding decision? Well, a bit of all, I guess. But one significant trait revolves around ergonomics and build. One of the key differences between hybrid, still-based camera designs, and cine gear is down to the way they are built. Build dictates certain operational workflow. This workflow set cine cameras apart by making them more suitable for filmmaking. Though Sony’s FX3 and FX30 took a somewhat cine-oriented design approach they both feature the same fixed side grip as hybrid cameras do. They also share rather reminiscent dimensions with their hybrid stablemates, forming a bridge between alpha and FX. Function follows form Camera Foudry’s CineBacks are fairly simple contraptions. Sandwiching the camera between two metal plates (jam-packed with 1/4″ threaded connections) they create a wide variety of mounting options. At the rear of the device is a V-mount with a quad D-Tap splitter to dispatch power to any device or accessory in need. A power switch is a nice touch, cutting down all power delivery from the V-mount battery to avoid unnoticed drain. On the left side...
Published By: CineD - Friday, 22 December, 2023