KipperTie’s John Marchant unveiled their latest lens mount, the Strata Electro ND Clear to 2.1. The mount PL and E-mount lenses to the Canon RF mount, along with PL to E-mount lenses. Its stand-out feature is a glass ND system that can go from clear to 2.1 ND without changing a cartridge. KipperTie accessories are quite popular with RED users. Recently RED introduced their RF to PL eVND system. However, it has one cartridge for clear and another for the variable electronic ND. KipperTie’s system has it all contained within the electronic mount. John Marchant goes in-depth about the creation of this lens mount. If you want to geek out about the technicalities of IR pass-through, PL rear-element depth, and the trials of reducing internal halation and reflectivity, this is the live stream for you. Marchant also explores the advantages and differences of their two other ND options, Strata and Revolva, compared to the new mount. Going from Clear to 2.1 ND with a flick of a dial The Strata Electro relies on a dial on the side to quickly go between clear and the levels of ND. Marchant goes into a deep discussion about the robustness and dust resistance of the mechanical system. He describes it as a “physical glass ND system with electronic actuation.” This makes it substantially different from eVND systems. It has a Lemo connection and a USB-C connection. The USB-C connection provides a way to update the firmware. The mount itself is powered through the...
Published By: CineD - Tuesday, 30 April