Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera Hot Shoe

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Mike K. Kroesen

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Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera Hot Shoe

PostFri Jul 26, 2013 3:11 am

It appears based on the documentation provided by BM that the BPCC does not have a hot shoe. If that is the case then is the only option to place LED's, Audio Recorders, and the like by attaching then to a rig? And the devices need to have their own power source? Or is there any gizmo's/options available besides the rig option? I appreciate feedback, ideas, and confirmations. Thank you!
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Re: Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera Hot Shoe

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Re: Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera Hot Shoe

PostFri Jul 26, 2013 7:52 am

Adamroberts thank you for the link and reply. Issue is resolved.
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PostFri Jul 26, 2013 6:26 pm

Kroesen wrote:Adamroberts thank you for the link and reply. Issue is resolved.
Cheers,

Kroesen


But that is really a cold shoe, no electronics or power. Didn't you want a real hot shoe option?

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Re: Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera Hot Shoe

PostFri Jul 26, 2013 6:35 pm

He was looking for a way to attach LED lights, Audio Recorders, etc. A hot shoe mount won't power those...
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Re: Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera Hot Shoe

PostWed Aug 07, 2013 12:13 am

Hi All! Adam was correct that I was looking for a way to attach LED lights, audio, etc. and I did not think a hot shoe would do that, but a cold shoe would give me a way to attach items to a rig or cage. I do appreciate rick confirming. I am guessing all of the accessories will have to be self powered via batteries or or some sort of AC adapter device (assuming I have access to power on set). Any suggestions for options/vendors are welcome. Thanks!
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Re: Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera Hot Shoe

PostWed Aug 07, 2013 12:35 am

adamroberts wrote:$25 and problem solved:
http://woodencamera.corecommerce.com/Bl ... -Shoe.html


Got that beat $15 and problem solved:
http://www.viewfactor.net/products/blac ... dshoe.html
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PostFri Aug 09, 2013 8:08 pm

And a couple more options:

Pearstone: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/6 ... ter_w.html

Rhino Gear: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/rhi ... ma-cameras (the Hot Shoe Relocator is at the $30 pledge). Yea, I'm the solitary backer at that level ;-)
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Re: Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera Hot Shoe

PostSat Aug 10, 2013 1:27 pm

marktyers wrote:
adamroberts wrote:$25 and problem solved:
http://woodencamera.corecommerce.com/Bl ... -Shoe.html

£3.99 and problem solved

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Adjustable-Fl ... 4159169ee2


I don't think it does solve the problem - it has a 1/4" screw thread in it, but no mounting screw to fasten it onto the BMPCC - or am I missing something ???

This one http://www.viewfactor.net/products/blac ... dshoe.html *does* have a mounting screw.

So - where would one get a similar one in the UK?

EDIT >> just had a Google and this looks like it might fit the bill - from Amazon £8.99 free delivery

http://www.amazon.co.uk/JJC-Adapter-Thu ... shoe+mount

EDIT 2 >> went ahead and ordered one - just need the camera now!!

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