Chrosziel has just unveiled the Rota-Z, an innovative lens mount featuring an integrated 90° optical converter system. This allows you to shoot 9:16 videos on conventional 16:9 sensors without having to physically rotate the camera. The mount is designed exclusively for Sony E-mount bodies and comes in two versions: PL-to-E and EF-to-E. Pricing starts at just €500. If you’ve ever shot something specifically for a 9:16 deliverable, then you know the struggle of rigging a camera on the side to maximize capture resolution and avoid cropping the image in post. While this is relatively easy to do with a small mirrorless camera, the form factor of most high-end digital cameras, like the Sony Cinema Line FX6 or FX9, is just not meant for that! However, placing the camera on its side to capture vertical content will soon be a thing of the past, since these new Chrosziel Rota-Z mounts are capable of rotating the picture before light even reaches the sensor. “Optically impossible”, you may argue. Well, let me tell you this: when there’s a will, there’s a way. So let’s take a closer look at how the Rota-Z can achieve this! Chrosziel Rota-Z – 90° Optical Converter mounts The Chrosziel Rota-Z 90° Optical Converter mount is engineered for use with Sony E-mount cameras and comes in two variants: the premium Rota-Z Ultra and the affordable Rota-Z Budget. While the former is designed for use with PL cinema glass, the latter takes Canon EF mount lenses. Regardless of the model, the...
Published By: CineD - Saturday, 1 April, 2023