Movmax recently introduced an air-based rain deflector called the Hurricane. This lightweight solution throws air at a very high speed, thanks to a motor that turns at 81,000 rpm directly onto a hydrophobic filter, so water droplets and fog do not ruin your shot. In addition, the entire unit is IPX8 waterproof-rated, so you can confidently shoot under the rain. So let’s take a closer look at the Hurricane! Movmax is a young Chinese company specializing in developing and producing accessories, tools and engines to capture moving images. We previously reported about their MUTO3000 electric film tricycle and N2 air/hydraulic shock absorption system. Movmax is back with an accessory that can, for example, be helpful when shooting car scenes: the Hurricane rain deflector. Movmax Hurricane rain deflector: features A rain deflector’s primary use and function are simple: keeping your lens/filter free from raindrops, fog, and condensation. This kind of device is not new, as “traditional” rain deflectors with moving discs have been available for decades. However, air-based rain deflectors are relatively new. Indeed, the first one we saw in the prototype stage is the Bright Tangerine Prodigy which uses a compressor on the side and a vent on top of a clear filter. Movmax Hurrican rain deflector. Image credit: Movmax The Movmax Hurricane is also an air-based rain deflector, though with an all-in-one design. Indeed, the motor that blows air into the filter in front of your lens is mounted directly on top of the frame. Movmax Hurrican rain deflector....
Published By: CineD - Thursday, 19 January, 2023