Camera accessory manufacturer Wooden Camera introduced their Elite Accessory System, which is a whole suite of accessories for the Sony VENICE 2 as well as the Rialto 2 camera platform. This marks one of the first collections from CS Senior Director of Accessories, Dominick Aiello, formerly of Panavision. Let’s take a look at the new accessory collection below! Wooden Camera says their focus with this design was to enhance the camera’s modularity for “effortless, tool-free transitions.” One of the most interesting design features out of the gate appears to be with the Quick-Release Top Plate for the Venice 2, which uses a dovetail on top of the camera that integrates with the built-in dovetail on the Venice 2. You can also lock down the quick release with 4x 1/4-20” screws for added safety when not in use. The new “Top Plate” complete with dovetail. Image Credit: Wooden Camera The ARCA Baseplate promises to keep the center of gravity low for shouldered operation or adding additional accessories. You can also dial in your counterbalance where needed, and a “double-locking system” on the rod clamps helps lessen the common problem of rotation from powerful lens motors. This, of course, would cause the motor to slip off the lens threads suddenly — a common on-set problem. Another potential standout is the Faceplate Cage System for the Rialto 2. Of course, the Rialto 2 is notable because it separates the sensor block away from the main body of the Venice, which makes for flexible...
Published By: CineD - Thursday, 30 March, 2023