ZacutoUSA - filmmaking accessories manufacturer – sales & rentals Located in Chicago, Illinois, opened in 2000 primarily as a rental house & is now known for their Zacuto USA brand of extremely high quality, originally designed camera accessories.  Zacuto USA products are designed, manufactured & assembled in the USA.  Designers Jens Bogehegn, Steve Weiss & Mandy Rogers have over 53 years of combined film, video & photographic experience.  Known around the world for designing gear that is universal between cameras & quick releasable.  Zacuto USA takes cameras & transforms them into whatever you need them to be, for any kind of shooting application.  Zacuto was the first to recognize DSLR as a revolutionary game changer.  Zacuto camera kits & DSLR optical viewfinders set the standard within the industry.

The Zacuto QR Shoulder Pad is a completely universal curved, padded shoulder pad system. The shoulder pad is designed to sit directly under your camera or baseplate putting the camera on top of your shoulder as in a traditional ENG style set up. Zacuto call this their Recoil system & it can be adapted to most every type of camera. Having your camera directly on your shoulder eliminates the need for counterbalance which means your kit can be lighter & shorter. 

The QR Shoulder Pad is a two part system that includes the shoulder pad itself & a separate, but included, dovetail plate that screws into the bottom of your camera or baseplate just like an ordinary tripod plate. The shoulder pad is set at an angle & made of form-fitting Akton Polymer, gel pad to settle comfortably into your shoulder. The dovetail plate comes with one (1) ¼ 20 & one (1) 3/8 16 screw in sliding tracks that allows you to position the plate at any point under your baseplate. At the side of the shoulder pad is a quick release red lever. When tight, the lever is rock solid & will hold the pad in place.

Note: The dovetail plate included is compatible with Kessler, Arca Swiss or Really Right Stuff quick release plates. If you want to quickly be able to move from shoulder rig to tripod, you will need to have a Kessler, Acra Swiss or Really Right Stuff quick release plate on your tripod. Zacuto will be releasing a tripod quick release adapter plate that stays on your tripod in mid-Summer 2013 (USA). Zacuto will also release a QR Shoulder Pad Rod Clamp. This will attach the QR Shoulder Pad onto 15mm lightweight spaced rods. This will allow you to position the QR Shoulder Pad behind the camera.

Use this extra Zacuto QR Dovetail Plate to move your QR Shoulder Pad quickly back & forth between cameras. The dovetail plate comes with 1 x ¼ 20 & 1 x 3/8 16 screw in sliding tracks that allows you to position the plate at any point under your baseplate or camera for comfort & balance. The QR Shoulder Pad attaches, positions, & detaches from the dovetail plate with a quick release lever. The dovetail plate can act as a tripod plate & snap directly into a quick release plate on your tripod, monopod, slider or other standard piece of equipment. 

Note: The dovetail plate is compatible with Kessler or Arca Swiss quick release plates. If you want to quickly be able to move from shoulder rig to tripod, you will need to have a Kessler, Acra Swiss or Really Right Stuff quick release plate on your tripod. Zacuto will be releasing a tripod quick release adapter plate that stays on your tripod in mid-Summer 2013 (USA).

The Zacuto FS700 Grip Relocator gives users the freedom to place the Sony FS700 removable grip onto any 15mm rod. You can place the FS700 Relocator at a handgrip for shoulder mounted work or anywhere on a rig that is most comfortable for you & your set up. It uses Zacuto’s Zwivel technology so it can be swiveled up & forward or straight down for optimal comfort & rig compatibility. The FS700 handle screws into the Relocator with a ¼ 20 screw & is secured in place with a standard Arri rosette. 

With the FS700 Grip Relocator users can comfortably control start/stop of the camera & zoom while working shoulder mounted. The Sony removable grip features four easy-to-use buttons including Start/Stop, Photo, 4x/8x expandable focus, & push-button auto iris. The Sony grip comes with a 12" cable. We recommend adding this LANC extension cable for more flexibility.

The Zacuto FS700 Shooter is a compact, stable rig for FS700 users. The kits starts with the Mini Baseplate

(standard 3/8 16 & ¼ 20 tripod mount underneath) with 12" rods. The rods can slide back & forth to accommodate different lenses & accessories by flipping the red levers at the side of the plate. The comfy Shoulder Pad also slides on the rods for comfort & ease of use. A 7lb weight sits behind the shoulder pad for counterbalance. 

Attached to the front of the rods is the FS700 Grip Relocator. The Zacuto FS700 Grip Relocator attaches to the 15mm rod with Zacuto Zwivel technology. The handle can be swiveled up & forward or straight down for individual comfort. The FS700 handle screws into the Relocator with a ¼ 20 screw & is secured in place with a standard Arri rosette. Moving camera controls to the handle means the kit can be shorter & the camera can be a little further back on your shoulder which helps with stabilization and weight distribution.

The BlackMagic Stinger is an in-line shoulder rig & is excellent for long shoots & holding many accessories. The Stinger is designed to be used with an offset EVF or Monitor. It starts with the Mini Baseplate which has up/down & sideways movement to centre your lens with a Follow Focus or Matte-Box. 

The kit includes Zgrips V3 Short with 4.5in rods keeping your arms tucked in close for comfort & stability. The Zgrips have articulation at the handgrips.

Extending behind the Baseplate is a Shoulder Pad & a Horizontal Zwiss Plate. The Horizontal Zwiss Plate has four quick release rod ports, one on each corner to hold articulating arms or rods. It can also accept a V-mount or 3-stud/gold mount battery plate & up to two wireless plates.

To complete the kit is a BlackMagic Top Handle.  Perfect for taking the kit on or off your shoulder or for low mode shooting.

Kit Includes: 

• Mini Baseplate with 12” Rods
• Shoulder Pad with 7” Rods 
• 4.5” M/F Rods 
• Zgrips V3 Short
• Horizontal Zwiss Plate
• BlackMagic Top Handle

The BlackMagic Striker kit is like the Target Shooter's tougher, older brother! The Striker is a dual handgrip system that also uses a gunstock against your chest giving you 3 points of contact. The 12” horizontal rod acts as the central point for the whole kit with each component branching out from there. Each handgrip, the gunstock, & the rod leading up to the camera can slide up & down the 12” rod for balance & comfort. Each piece also pivots at the central rod so the handgrips can be situated in the down position so your arms are against your sides or can be flipped up so the handgrips are aligned with the camera. You can also quickly remove the entire rig from the baseplate with a flip of a lever.

A BlackMagic Top Handle would be the perfect accompaniment for this kit.

The BlackMagic Tripod Rig is built around the Zacuto Mini Baseplate. The kit includes 15mm threaded 12” & 4.5” rod extensions running straight through the plate. The baseplate has side to side & up/down adjustments which enables your camera to align with various Follow Focus or Matte-Box units. This kit also includes the Horizontal Zwiss plate mounted at the back of the rods where you can mount a V-mount or 3-stud/gold mount batteries, articulating arms, wireless plate & much more.

The rig is capped off with the Blackmagic Top Handle. Attached to your camera with a 5”Z-rail the handle can quick release on & off & slide & flip for balance.

BlackMagic Camera users can now have the comfort & adjustability of a camera Top Handle. Ideal for carrying & low mode shooting, the BlackMagic Top Handle attaches to the camera with a 5” Z-rail piece. The 5” Z-Rail attaches to the top of the camera via two ¼ 20” screws. The handle attaches to the Z-Rail with a Zacuto quick release ratcheting lever. It can mount facing front or back on the Z-rail & can slide side to side for balance.

The Blackmagic Ultra Lite does a lot with a little! It is a combination of the Zacuto BlackMagic Top Handle with a pair of rods running above the camera. It mounts with a 5” Z-rail that attaches to the top of the camera via two ¼ 20 screws. The BlackMagic Top Handle & each of the 7” male/female threaded rods attach independently across the 5” rail with a Zacuto quick release ratcheting lever. The rods & the handles can freely slide side to side on the Z-rail for balance & can be set facing backwards or forwards. You can set the 7” rods lightweight spaced (60mm) over the camera lens to hold a Follow Focus or Matte-Box. You can also attach accessories to each rail & to the rod running through the handle using a Zacuto Z-release mount.

The Zacuto 3" Z-Rail is part of the QR Handle, EVF Top Mount & the Z-Rail Z-Lock.  It is compatible with the Red Epic/Scarlet, Sony F3 & FS700, Panasonic AF102, Black Magic Camera & others.  It attaches via (2) ¼” 20 screws (included) that are spaced 3/8" screw centre to centre at their closest to 2" 5/32" at their furthest.  The 3" Z-Rail can be used on a second camera so you can quick release any of the Z-rail accessories mentioned above back & forth between cameras.  The 3" Z-Rail has a ¼ 20” screw mount in the centre to add a Noga arm or other accessories.  You can add our Z-Rail Slide Mount for multiple accessory mount options. 

Zacuto dovetail accessories are adjustable to work with Z-Rail, NATO, SWAT, RED, PICATINNY, & WOODEN CAMERA rails. 

Zacuto’s Cold Shoe Handle is a great way to add a top handle to your DSLR kit or your DSLR camera. It secures to the camera’s hot shoe with a cold shoe mount. The Cold Shoe Handle mounts to the hot shoe based via Zacuto’s quick release Z-Rail system allowing you to leave the base on the camera & remove the handle with the flip of a lever. The handle can slide left to right on the Z-Rail to balance the camera’s centre of gravity.  The Z-Rail is 3” long & can be turned with the cold shoe at 90 degree angles so you can set the handle pointing any direction you like. The handle can connect to the Z-rail backwards or forwards.

Zacuto dovetail accessories are adjustable to work with Z-Rail, NATO, SWAT, RED, PICATINNY, & WOODEN CAMERA rails.

The rod running through the handgrip is threaded & can accept rod extensions or a Zacuto Z-Release mount like Zacuto's T-Mount or Tri-Mount to add lightweight accessories such as a microphone or small light. 

The Zacuto QR Handle is a multipurpose top handle that can be used on the Red Scarlet & Epic cameras & other accessories such as the Zacuto Zwiss Cage. The handle is ideal for low-mode shooting & easy transport of your camera. The base of the handle attaches via (2) ¼” 20 screws (included) that are spaced 3/8" screw centre to centre at their closest to 2" 5/32" at their furthest. The Top Handle mounts to the base via Zacuto’s quick release Z-Rail system, allowing you to leave the base on the camera & remove the handle with the flip of a lever. The handle can be slid left or right on the Z-Rail to balance the camera’s centre of gravity.

Zacuto dovetail accessories are adjustable to work with Z-Rail, NATO, SWAT, RED, PICATINNY, & WOODEN CAMERA rails.

The Zacuto Z-Rail Cheese Stick attaches to the Z-Rail Slide Mount with the included screws.  It can be placed parallel to or across the mount.  There are four ¼ 20 screw holes spaced two on either side of the centre.  You can attach up to two Z-Rail Coldshoe pieces for hotshoe accessories like a mic or small light.  Such an array of mounting options for such a small piece!  The Z-Rail Cheese Stick is a great way to attach your accessories to the Zacuto line of Z-Rail mounts. 

Zacuto dovetail accessories are adjustable to work with Z-Rail, NATO, SWAT, RED, PICATINNY, and WOODEN CAMERA rails.

The Z-Rail Coldshoe mounts directly on to the Z-Rail Slide Mount or Z-Rail Cheese Stick.  Now you can add all your hotshoe accessories to your Zacuto Z-Rail.  Zacuto dovetail accessories are adjustable to work with Z-Rail, NATO, SWAT, RED, PICATINNY, & WOODEN CAMERA rails. Screws included. 

It can also be used to adapt a standard Zacuto Zicromount to a Zicro Coldshoe. 

The Zacuto Z-Rail Kit combines four of Zacuto's most popular Z-Rail accessories into one multi-purpose kit.  The base is the 3" Z-Rail.  It is compatible with the Red Epic/Scarlet, Sony F3 & FS700, Panasonic AF102, Black Magic Camera & others.  It attaches via (2) ¼” 20 screws (included) that are spaced 3/8" screw centre to centre at their closest to 2" 5/32" at their furthest. 

Attached to the 3" Z-Rail is a Z-Rail Slide Mount.  The Z-Rail Slide Mount clamps onto the standard Z-Rail & tightens with a quick release ratcheting lever.  The Z-Rail Slide Mount can clamp forwards or backwards & slide up & down the Z-Rail for balance & accessory placement.  It has a threaded rod port & can accept a Zacuto 15mm male rod.  This allows you to attach a rod set at a right angle to the Z-rail.  The top surface of the Z-Rail Slide Mount has a ¼ 20 tap for attaching a threaded articulating arm or accessory.  In this kit attached is a Z-Rail Cheese Stick. 

The Z-Rail Cheese Stick attaches to the Z-Rail Slide Mount with the included screws.  It can be placed parallel to or across the mount.  There are four ¼ 20 screw holes spaced two on either side of the centre.  You can attach up to two Z-Rail Coldshoe pieces for hotshoe accessories like a mic or small light. 

The fourth & final element is one Z-Rail Coldshoe.  One side of the Cheese Stick can be used for a hotshoe accessory while the other is open for a 1/4" 20 accessory. 

Zacuto dovetail accessories are adjustable to work with Z-Rail, NATO, SWAT, RED, PICATINNY, and WOODEN CAMERA rails.

The Z-Rail Z-Lock attaches to the top of your camera or camera handle with two ¼” 20 screws (included).  It is compatible with Epic/Scarlet, Sony F3, Black Magic camera (BMCC), Panasonic AF102 & others.  The Z-Rail section has a ¼” 20 screw mount in the centre for an articulated arm or other accessories.  The Z-lock section attaches to the Z-rail portion with a screw. It can rotate 90 degrees for accessory placement. The Z-lock can accept a female 15mm rod or Zacuto articulating arm.  It is ideal for mounting an EVF off of the Top Handle of an F3 or AF102 where rod space under the lens is limited.

The Zacuto Studio Baseplate with 12" rods for Canon C100/300/500 is made specifically for the EOS C300/100/500 cameras.  It is exceptionally flat which helps keep the centre of gravity low.  This baseplate features a pair of 15mm rods that are 12” long running through the length of the baseplate.  You can quickly reposition the rods for various lens lengths by loosening the 2 levers, one on each side of the baseplate. 

On each side of the baseplate there is also a set of 15mm lightweight holes.  The side holes take 15mm female rods that are locked via an Allen screw.  This gives users a virtually unlimited amount of mounting options.  With these side holes, you have the option of turning the baseplate into a cage configuration. 

The Zacuto Z-Rail Slide Mount clamps onto the standard Z-Rail & tightens with a quick release ratcheting lever.  The Z-Rail is part of most of Zacuto's camera top handles & EVF Top Mount.  The Z-Rail Slide Mount can clamp forwards or backwards & slide up & down the Z-Rail for balance & accessory placement.  It has a threaded rod port & can accept a Zacuto 15mm male rod.  This allows you to attach a rod set at a right angle to the Z-rail.  You can attach two Z-Rail Slide Mounts to a Z-Rail & set the rods to lightweight or 15mm studio spacing over your camera lens to hold a Follow Focus & Matte-Box.  Or, you can use the rod to hold a Zacuto quick release arm & accessory like the Zound Rod which could hold a microphone, a light, or the very popular Zacuto Z-Finder EVF Pro

The Z-Rail Z-Mount is Zacuto's much requested addition to the Zacuto Z-Rail line of accessories. Zacuto Z-Rails come in either 3” or 5” & can mount to the top of your camera, camera handle, or cheese plate with included ¼ 20 screws. They are a great way to attach accessories to the top of your camera for balance & to take advantage of this unused space. The Z-Rail Z- Mount clamps onto the standard Z-Rail & tightens with a quick release ratcheting lever. Set to the side of the clamp is a 15mm rod port controlled by a quick release ratcheting lever. Use this port to hold a Zacuto 15mm rod, Zamerican articulating arm, or Zud & attach your accessories. 

Zacuto dovetail accessories are adjustable to work with Z-Rail, NATO, SWAT, RED, PICATINNY, & WOODEN CAMERA rails.

The Zacuto C100/C300/C500 Stinger rig is an in-line system best used on long shooting days.  It is a balanced shoulder mounted rig which features Zacuto's C300 Studio Baseplate, it attaches to the camera with 3/8” 16 & ¼” 20 screws. 

This baseplate features a pair of 15mm rods that are 12” long running through the length of the baseplate.  You can quickly reposition the rods for various lens lengths by loosening the 2 levers, one on each side of the baseplate.  On each side of the baseplate there is also a set of 15mm lightweight holes.  The side holes take 15mm female rods that are locked via an allen screw.  This gives users a virtually unlimited amount of mounting options. With these side holes, you have the option of turning the baseplate into a cage configuration. 

The C100/C300/C500 Stinger rig is also suitable for Red's Scarlet & Epic Cameras.

The Stinger includes a Shoulder Pad with 7” rods & a Z-Lite 7 lb counterbalance weight for a fully balanced in-line rig.

See the Zacuto Stinger in action 

The Zacuto C-Shooter is a quick, easy shoulder mounted rig for C100/300/500 users.  The kits centres around the Studio Baseplate for Canon C100/300/500 cameras (standard 3/8 16 & ¼ 20 tripod mount underneath) with 12" rods.  The rods can slide back & forth to accommodate different lenses & accessories by turning the red levers at the side of the plate.  The comfy shoulder pad also slides on the rods for comfort & ease of use.  A 3.5lb weight sits behind the shoulder pad for counterbalance.  This handy little kit creates as close to a typical ENG size set up as you can get for your C100/300/500 camera.  It’s the best of both worlds! 

Attached to the front of our rods is the ENG Grip Relocator for the Canon C100/300/500.  The Canon removable camera grip attaches directly to the Grip Relocator & the exclusive cable connects to the port on your camera.  Once its plugged in, users have trigger or on/off control, lens aperture control, & a programmable function button that can be set to a number of things including waveform, 1 to 1 zoom, zebras, my menu, & many more. The cable is 24" long. 

The Zacuto Recoil is the ultimate balanced rig for the C100/C300/C500, Scarlet & Epic Cameras.  With the Recoil concept, the camera sits directly on your shoulder like a typical ENG Camera.  The Recoil starts with Zacuto's Gorilla Baseplate.  It attaches to the camera with 3/8” 16 & ¼” 20 screws.  The Gorilla Baseplate features 15mm diameter, 60mm spaced threaded rod holes in the front of the base plate that allow users to mount a Follow Focus, Lens Support or other accessories in front of the camera.  The Gorilla Baseplate is not compatible for Matte-Box use unless it is height adjustable.

Unique to the Recoil is the use of the Zacuto Q-Release & Shoulder Pad.  The Q-release allows you to mount the Shoulder Pad directly underneath the camera & be able to quickly release the Shoulder Pad from the rig by flipping two levers.  This gives you two things: the ability to quickly attach the rig to a tripod & vice versa, & the ability to have the camera sit directly on your shoulder eliminating front heaviness.  Coming off the front of the Recoil is Zacuto's dual handgrip system, the Zgrips V3.

The Zacuto ENG Grip Relocator combines our Grip Relocator for the Canon C100/300/500 with a 15mm lightweight spaced rod mount designed to put the grip directly to the side of the rods – similar to a traditional ENG style camera.  To mount this combination to your rig, simply slide the mount onto a set of 15mm rails running underneath your camera & tighten with the red lever.

The Canon C100/300 removable grip attaches directly to the Relocator handle & Zacuto's exclusive right angle cable connects to the port on your camera.  Once its plugged in, users have trigger or on/off control, lens aperture control, & a programmable function button that can be set to a number of things including waveform, 1 to 1 zoom, zebras, my menu, and many more.  The cable is 24" long. 

* The Grip Relocator can be used with the C500.  However, the C500 camera does not come with the Canon Grip.  You must purchase that separately from Canon.

The Zacuto Grip Relocator puts all important controls of your camera right at your fingertips!  The Canon 300/100 removable grip attaches directly to the Grip Relocator handle & our exclusive cable connects to the port on your camera.  Once its plugged in, users have trigger or on/off control, lens aperture control, & a programmable function button that can be set to a number of things including waveform, 1 to 1 zoom, zebras, my menu, & many more.  The cable is 24" long. 

The Grip Relocator attaches to any Zacuto Zgrip handle.  Zacuto's Zgrips come in single & double handed options of varying lengths & include a ball joint for articulation.  This is the perfect product if you already own our Zgrips & want an effective solution for your C300/100/500.  Simply un-screw the 6 screws on your Zgrip handle, take of the handle & screw on the Grip Relocator with the 6 screws.  The Zacuto Grip Relocator is particularly effective with the Recoil kit which sets the camera far back on your shoulder for comfort & balance. 

* The Grip Relocator can also be used with the C500.  However, the C500 camera does not come with the Canon Grip.  You must purchase that separately from Canon.

The Recoil Lite is a stripped down version of the Recoil. The Recoil Lite is the ultimate balanced rig for the C100/C300/C500, Scarlet & Epic Cameras. With the Recoil concept, the camera sits directly on your shoulder like a typical ENG Camera.  The Recoil starts with Zacuto's Gorilla Baseplate for C100/C300/C500, Scarlet & Epic.  It attaches to the camera with 3/8” 16 & ¼” 20 screws.  The Gorilla Baseplate features 15mm diameter, 60mm spaced threaded rod holes in the front of the baseplate that allow users to mount a Follow Focus, Lens Support or other accessories in front of the camera.  The Gorilla Baseplate is not compatible for Matte-Box use unless you have a height adjustable Matte-Box.

Unique to the Recoil Lite (& Recoil) is the use of the Zacuto Q-Release & Shoulder Pad. The Q-Release allows you to mount the Shoulder Pad directly underneath the camera & be able to quickly release the Shoulder Pad from the rig by flipping two levers.  This gives you two things; the ability to quickly attach the rig to a tripod & vice versa, & the ability to have the camera sit directly on your shoulder eliminating the front heaviness.

The Studio Baseplate for Scarlet & Epic Cameras combines the C300 Studio Baseplate & the Rod Riser for Scarlet & Epic Cameras in one easy package.  The Studio Baseplate is lightweight, sturdy & easily adaptable.  Rods can be attached to the back of the plate to hold a shoulder pad, batteries & other accessories.  Rods can also be attached to the side of the plate, via rod ports, & secured with Allens.  The riser is attached via two Allen screws & is easily removed if you plan to use this with a Canon C300 as well.  The riser gives you the correct rod height to add a Follow Focus & Matte-Box to your kit.

The Studio Baseplate for Scarlet & Epic Cameras comes with two 4.5” female/female front quick releasable rods.

The Rod Riser for Scarlet & Epic Cameras is for use with the C300 Studio Baseplate.  It attaches to the front of the C300 Studio Baseplate via two Allen screws.  This riser allows you to use our Studio Baseplate with a Scarlet or Epic & add a Follow Focus & Matte-Box.  The Studio Baseplate is a flat, light platform with rods running through the plate, plus a rod port on each side. It is an easily adaptable, elegant solution for the C300 & now for the Scarlet & Epic too!  The Rod Riser for Scarlet & Epic Cameras comes with two 4.5” female/female front quick releasable rods.

The C100/C300/C500 Target Shooter is Zacuto's most basic rig.  It's designed for lightweight run’n’gun shooting.  The Target Shooter rig features the Gorilla Baseplate which attaches to the C100/C300/C500 using 3/8” 16 & ¼” 20 screws. The Gorilla Baseplate also features a set of 15mm lightweight threaded holes in the front of the baseplate for use with Zacuto rods. This gives added benefits of allowing users to mount a Follow Focus, Lens Support or other accessories in front of the camera.  The rod to lens height is not standard, so it is not compatible with a Matte-Box unless it is height adjustable.

The Zacuto EVF Filmmaker Kit is the ultimate shoulder rig designed to work with any of Zacuto's EVFs or small onboard monitors. It uses the Universal Baseplate to mount to any camera, including the Panasonic AF-102, Sony F3 & FS100, RED ONE & other cameras of this size.

With the included EVF Rod Mount, your EVF will be mounted offset to the rig so your eye is positioned in front. The Zgrips Beefy are infinitely adjustable. Designed for camera packages between 22-40 lbs, each grip can be moved up, down, left, right, & are fully articulate at the wrist.

The Zwiss Plate cheese plate on the back of the rig allows you to mount virtually anything with the provided 1/4 20" & 3/8 16" holes, including batteries & the AJA Ki Pro Mini. You also get your choice of a V-Mount or 3-Stud battery plate allowing you to mount your pro batteries for counterbalance.

EVF Filmmaker Kit Includes:

• Universal Baseplate w/ 12" Rods
• Q-Release
• Zgrips Beefy
• Shoulder Pad with 7" rods
• Z-Focus
• ZipGear Prime Lens Kit
• 7" Rods
• EVF Rod Mount
• Zwiss Plate
• Battery Plate (V-Mount or 3-Stud)

The Zacuto Follow Focus Extension allows you to get your Zacuto Z-Focus Follow Focus away from the camera so the operator can see it while using an EVF.  It can become difficult to get your hand around the EVF to operate the Follow Focus.  It also creates more room for the EVF to move forward allowing the camera package to become shorter.  The operator can now see his marks if pulling his own focus without using an assistant.  Works on all existing Zacuto Follow Focus units.

Zacuto's Z-focus is an extremely accurate follow focus that allows the operator or assistant to pull focus. Features include: complete gear driven, no play, multiple gear pitches & more.

Accessories available are; 2 x whips, Z-Crank, 6 x different size gears, & replacement marking disc.

The Zacuto Scorpion rig is the ultimate solution for DSLR shoulder mounted shooting with an EVF. At the centre of the Scorpion is Zacuto's highly adjustable DSLR Baseplate, which allows you to mount any DSLR to the rig & mount your rig to a tripod. 

Zacuto's new curved form fitting silicone gel shoulder pad connects to the back of the baseplate via two 2” M/F rods. The rods screw into the back of the DSLR baseplate & connect to the front of the shoulder pad via 15mm quick release ports, making the switch from shoulder mount to tripod use quick & easy.  The Scorpion Shoulder Assembly also features an innovative ball joint built into the front of the shoulder pad. This allows the entire shoulder pad assembly to articulate in multiple directions so shooters can angle it to fit their body.  The Scorpion can be used on your left or right shoulder.

Scorpion Includes:

• DSLR Baseplate with (2) sets of 3.5" M/F Rods
• Scorpion Shoulder Assembly
• Zgrips V3 with 4.5" Rods
• Z-Lite Double & EVF Scorpion Mount

The Zacuto Zwiss Cage is an all in one portable mounting solution for your DSLR & accessories. Utilizing the Zwiss Cage Plate, the Zwiss Cage allows you to easily mount articulating arms, rods, monitors, lights, sound devices, & more. The Zwiss Cage Plate has multiple 1/4 20" & 3/8 16" holes so your mounting options are limitless.

The Scorpion Shoulder Assembly is an all-in-one shoulder pad system for an in-line Zacuto DSLR Baseplate kit. It is best used for traditional ENG style shooting with Zacuto's EVF Pro or a small monitor. It includes a curved silicone gel shoulder pad, adjustable top handle, & rods to connect the entire assembly to the back of a Zacuto DSLR Baseplate as well as rods to add a counterbalance weight, such as the Z-Lite.

The Zacuto Fast Draw is a shoulder mounted handheld system that uses the DSLR Baseplate. This kit works on any HDSLR camera with or without battery grips as it is infinitely adjustable in height. The baseplate attaches to your tripod plate using the standard tripod plate screws, (2) ¼ 20” & (1) 3/8 16”. Your camera can also be quickly released from the rig by turning the red knob then pulling up on your camera.

Kit Includes:

• DSLR Baseplate
• 4.5 M/F Rod
• 4.5 F/F Rod
• Zgrip Z-mount Zwivel
• Z-mount
• 12" rods
• Minimount
• Shoulder pad
• Z-lite Double

The Zacuto Fee-N-G is the ultimate ENG style rig compatible with all DSLR cameras. It is a lightweight & compact, in-line kit ideal for run-and-gun & all types of handheld shooting. The single Zgrip attached to the front of the DSLR baseplate allows for precise camera control without the added weight of a dual handgrip system. With one hand on the grip & the other on the lens, the shooter is always prepared to make critical adjustments to focus & zoom. The included EVF Standard Mount will hold any Electronic Viewfinder (EVF). The Standard Mount also sports a built-in “kickstand” to keep the camera level whenever placed on the ground. A new shorter DSLR handle that sits at camera lens level is included giving the shooter exceptionally balanced control when shooting in low mode.

The Fee-N-G kit includes:

• DSLR Plate with no rods 
• Zgrip Handle with 1” male rod 
• EVF Standard Mount 
• 2” Male Rod 
• Kickstand Stopper 
• Shoulder Pad with 7” rods
• (3x) 4.5” Male Rods 
• Z-Lite Double 
• Z-Mount II
• T-Mount
• Top Handle

This kit includes the Zacuto Gorilla Plate V2 & Z-Finder Mounting Frame for the Panasonic GH3. It is used to attach any Zacuto Z-Finder Pro or Jr model to the Panasonic GH3. Use this kit to modify your current Z-Finder to fit this new camera. If you do not already have a Zacuto Z-Finder you can order it packaged with this GH3 specific set up here. 

The Z-Finder Mounting Frame for the Panasonic GH3 camera is specifically designed for a Panasonic GH3 & is not compatible with any other cameras or alternate set ups. It will not work when a battery grip is added to the camera or when the camera screen is articulated. The Z-Finder frame attaches to the DSLR Gorilla Plate V2 with two red Z-Finder Thumbscrews which screw directly into the Gorilla Plate V2. The frame has a rubber coating on the back to avoid scratching & to ensure a clean seal with the LCD screen. 

The Gorilla Plate V2 is a small platform baseplate designed for DSLRs & other small cameras. The Gorilla plate attaches to your camera using a standard ¼ 20 screw. You can mount your tripod plate underneath the Gorilla plate to quickly move from handheld to tripod use. There is a 15mm rod port on the underside of the Gorilla Plate V2 controlled by a Zacuto quick release ratcheting lever.

If you already own a Zacuto Z-Finder Pro or Jr, you can purchase the plate and frame needed to adapt it to your GH3 here. You do not need to purchase a whole new Z-Finder. 

The GH3 Z-Finder Pro is an optical viewfinder that allows the Panasonic GH3 DSLR camera to have the correct form factor for video. This Z-finder will magnify the LCD screen by 2.5x & incorporates a dioptre for specific focus tuning. It cuts out any extraneous light & offers an initial point of stability by pressing your eye against the comfy, large eyecup. The GH3 Z-finder Pro comes with a 40mm diameter Zacuto optical designed lens, anti-fog coated protective covers, & all necessary additional accessories for the Panasonic GH3. The dioptre allows you to dial in the focus to match your eye. If you need extra focal points you can use the included Z-Finder Extender Frames. These are semi-permanent stackable frames that attach to the body of the Z-Finder Pro & extend the Z-Finder glass further away from the LCD screen for people who are farsighted. 

The GH3 Z-Finder Pro attaches to your GH3 with the included Gorilla Plate V2 & Z-Finder Mounting Frame.  The Gorilla Plate V2 is a small platform baseplate designed for DSLRs & other small cameras.
 
Kit includes:

• Z-Finder Pro eyepiece/loupe with 2.5x magnification & dioptre
  
• Three (3) Extender Frames
  
• Gorilla Plate V2 and Mounting Frame for the Panasonic GH3
  
• Lanyard & Lanyard Hook 
  
• Lens Cap, Sun Mask, & protective boot
  
• Z-Finder Dust Cover
  
• One installed & one additional Anti-Fog disc.
  

WARNING The Z-finder is a magnifier & as such will magnify the sun & could damage the LCD screen if the sun is allowed to shine directly through the Z-finder lens. This is not a defect but a physical property. Caution should be taken to avoid direct sun light. Proper use of the included lens cap & sun mask will dramatically reduce but not eliminate risk.

The Zacuto Z-Finder EVF Pro is a 3.2” high resolution monitor to be used in conjunction with any Z-Finder model. The EVF is compatible with all cameras that have an HDMI output, including most DSLRs, the Panasonic AF-102, Sony's F3, FS100 & FS700, Red's ONE, Scarlet & Epic. The EVF is compatible with the Blackmagic Camera (or other camera with no HDMI output) with use of the Blackmagic HD-SDI to HDMI mini converter. The EVF allows you to operate with your camera "in-line" with your rod system & an offset viewfinder in front of your eye.

Kit includes:

• 3.2" Monitor with Flip Up function
  
• HDMI loop through
  
• USB port for firmware updates
  
• Z-Finder Pro loupe with 2.5x magnification & dioptre wheel
  
• Lanyard, Cover & Anti-Fog
  
• Three extender frames
  
• 1 x 18” Standard to Mini HDMI Cable
  
• HDMI Right Angle Adapter
  
• Z-Finder Sun Mask 
  
• 1 x Rechargeable Battery
  
• 1 x Battery Charger
  
• Hotshoe EVF Mount
  
• All EVF's also include a lens cloth and protection case! 

Features: 

• False Colour
• Monochrome
• Pixel to Pixel (Zoom)
• Image Flip
• Chroma
• Exposure (Zebras)
• Focus Assist (Peaking in red & white)
• Blue Only
• Anamorphic
• Frame Line
• Frame Store
• Camera presets for scaling & colour (Manual settings also available)
• Brightness & Contrast Adjustments
• Audio Meter Indicator 
• Battery Level Indicator
• Assignable Function Buttons (3)

The Z-Finder Pro 2.5x is another one of Zacuto’s Optical Viewfinders that allows DSLR cameras to have the correct form factor for video. It offers 2.5x focusable magnification (3x is also available), a 40mm diameter Zacuto optical designed lens, an anti-fog coating protective cover, an eyecup preventing extraneous light leakage, a dioptre & a field of view perfectly matched to 3” LCD screens. The dioptre allows you to dial in the focus to match your eye. If you need extra focal point you can use the Z-Finder Extender Frames. The Z-Finder Pro 2.5x has a dioptre range of -4.75 & up (unlimited with extender frames). These are semi-permanently stackable frames that attach to the skirt of the Z-Finder Pro & extend the Z-Finder glass further way from the LCD screen for people who are farsighted. 

This Z-Finder is NOT compatible with Nikon's D800 or D4, or Canon's 1DX or 5D Mark III.  The Z-Finder Pro 2.5x for 3.2" Screens is what you'll need.

The Z-Finder Pro 2.5x is one of Zacuto’s Optical Viewfinders that allows DSLR cameras to have the correct form factor for video. It offers 2.5x focusable magnification (3x is also available), a 40mm diameter Zacuto optical designed lens, an anti-fog coating protective cover, an eyecup preventing extraneous light leakage, a dioptre & a field of view perfectly matched to 3” LCD screens. The dioptre allows you to dial in the focus to match your eye. If you need extra focal point you can use the Z-Finder Extender Frames. These are semi-permanently stackable frames that attach to the skirt of the Z-Finder Pro & extend the Z-Finder glass further way from the LCD screen for people who are farsighted.

Zacuto Zgrip v3 is a brilliant lightweight support handgrip that will work on all cameras where mounting to industry standard 15mm rods are available.  Many adapters are available making the configurations almost limitless.

Zacuto's Zgrips V3 Short are just like Zacuto's famous Zgrips V3 but with shorter rods (4.5”). These are lighter support handgrips that work on all cameras. The Zgrips V3 Short attach to 15mm rods with standard 60mm spacing between the rods. They are fully adjustable with arms that split/scissor for unlimited user configurations. The handgrips themselves are fully articulating. For unencumbered tripod use, the arms quick-release off by flipping a lever. The Zgrips V3 Short are extremely durable & are built to handle an incredible amount of pressure & stress.

For even more comfort during long strenuous shoots, check out Zgrip Gloves!

The Zacuto EVF Cheese Stick is an accessory for the Zacuto EVF.  It attaches to the EVF via two of the four accessory screw holes on the back of the unit.  You can mount the Cheese Stick either on the top or bottom of the EVF in 3 different positions.  Mounting the Cheese stick with the step facing out enables you to use a Zicro Mini to mount a Zamerican Arm.  All of these options give you more flexibility in mounting your EVF.

The EVF Cheese Stick has 5x ¼” 20 thread holes aligned in a row which allows you to under sling the EVF in multiple positions giving you more reach for articulating arms.  In most cases this is extremely useful when mounting the EVF off of one of the ¼” 20 holes on the larger video cameras like the Sony F3 or Panasonic AF102.

The Zacuto EVF Flip is a 3.2” high resolution monitor that is used in conjunction with all the Z-Finder models. The EVF is compatible with all cameras that have an HDMI output including the Panasonic AF-102, Sony F3, Red ONE, Scarlet-X & Epic, Canon C300.

Features include:

• Features include:
• Monochrome
• Pixel to Pixel (Zoom)
• Image Flip
• Chroma
• Zebras
• Peaking
• Blue Only
• Anamorphic
• Frame Line
• Scaling
• Brightness & Contrast Adjustments
• Battery Level Indicator
• USB Firmware Updatable
• Assignable Function Buttons (3)
• Live Menu Preview

For more information visit Zacuto's website

This frame is for use small bodies DSLR’s with 3.2” screens such as the Canon 5DMKIII & Nikon D800. This Frame will not work if you are using a battery grip with your camera. If you are using a battery grip on your small bodies DSLR camera with 3.2” screens, you will need this frame. If you have a taller body camera with a 3.2” screen like the Canon 1DX you will need a 3.2” Tall Frame which is available here. A 3.2in adhesive frame is available here. 

The Z-Finder Aircraft Aluminium Frame must be used in conjunction with the Gorilla Plate. The Z-Finder frame attaches to the Gorilla plate with two thumb screws; the Gorilla Plate is attached to the bottom of your camera. The frame has a rubber coating on the end which stays against the LCD screen with pressure. The connection between the Z-Finder & frame is a snap fit. The Z-Finder snaps into the frame & can quickly snap off for going between video & photos. To release the frame from your camera, you must un-do the thumb screws and slide the frame off.

This frame is for small body cameras with 3.2" LCD screens using a battery grip such as the Canon 5DMKIII & Nikon D800. 

The 3.2" Z-Finder Aircraft Aluminium Frame must be used in conjunction with the DSLR Gorilla Plate. (The DSLR Gorilla Plate is included with all Pro Z-finders.) The 3.2" Z-Finder frame attaches to the Gorilla Plate with two thumb screws (included); the Gorilla plate is attached to the bottom of your camera. The frame has a rubber coating on the back which stays against the LCD screen with pressure. The connection between the Z-Finder & frame is a snap fit. The Z-Finder snaps into the frame & can quickly snap off for going between video & photos. To release the frame from your camera, you can un-do the thumb screws & slide the frame off. This frame can also attach to our DSLR Baseplate.

This adhesive frame is for cameras with 3.2” screens such as Canon's 5DMKIII & 1DX & Nikon's D800 & D4. 

Zacuto’s popular adhesive frame system is available for cameras with 3.2" screens.  This fast, simple frame is a no frills solution for moving your Z-Finder quickly between cameras. This frame is compatible with every Z-Finder on the market. 

In order to fit a standard Z-Finder for 3.0" screens to newer wider 3.2" LCD screens, Zacuto have modified the way it connects.  It snaps into the frame with tabs on the side. This new connection method requires the use of an extender frame in order to connect securely. 

D800 USERS: The Nikon D800 has a dial close to the screen that gets in the way of the 3.2” adhesive frame. Zacuto recommends D800 customers use the clear screen protector (part number BM-12) which is included with the camera to attach the sticky frame. When attaching to the BM-12 screen protector, only the top & bottom adhesive of the frame is used. The 3.2” sticky frames will be scored & marked so users can peel off the backing on the top & bottom only & keep the backing on the sides so the glue will not attract dirt & lint.

PLEASE NOTE: The 3.2” adhesive frame currently ships with one extender frame

This frame is for tall body cameras with 3.2" LCD screens such as the Canon 1DX & Nikon D4.

The 3.2" Z-Finder Aircraft Aluminium Frame must be used in conjunction with the DSLR Gorilla Plate (The DSLR Gorilla Plate is included with all Pro Z-finders.) The 3.2" Z-Finder frame attaches to the Gorilla Plate with two thumb screws (included); the Gorilla Plate is attached to the bottom of your camera. The frame has a rubber coating on the back which stays against the LCD screen with pressure. The connection between the Z-Finder & frame is a snap fit. The Z-Finder snaps into the frame & can quickly snap off for going between video & photos. To release the frame from your camera, you can un-do the thumb screws & slide the frame off. This frame can also attach to our DSLR Baseplate.

The Zacuto EVF Top Mount is a fully adjustable, rock solid way to mount your EVF from the top of your camera. It is compatible with Red Epic/Scarlet, Sony F3 & Panasonic AF102. It’s ideal for mounting an EVF off of the top handle of a F3 or AF102 where rod space under the lens is limited. It also allows the EVF to stay upright by attaching Zacuto's EVF Cheese Rod to the side so it does not have to be upside down. Important for all you EVF Flip owners! The EVF attaches to the top of the camera via two ¼ 20 screws in a Z-rail. All the rods are threaded for adjustability & are finished with a Rod Cap to prevent accidental slipping.

The Zacuto Horizontal Zwiss Plate expands upon the standard Zwiss Plate by adding even more mounting options. With the addition of the MiniMount (via three 10/32 screws – included) the Zwiss plate can now be mounted horizontally on 15mm lightweight (60mm spaced) rails. This keeps a low profile kit & is great for tripod use. Now, all four quick release lever controlled rod ports are available to hold your accessories. 

You can add rods, articulating arms, & even two Wireless Plate Pros to hold audio receivers or transmitters. The Zwiss plate is covered in 3/8 16” & ¼ 20” holes to mount threaded accessories. It also comes with the necessary screws to mount a V-mount or 3-stud/gold mount battery plate or the AJA KiPro Mini. One side of the plate takes the battery plate & the other can take the AJA.

The Zacuto Zwiss Plate is Zacuto’s multi-purpose mounting plate.  It allows you to mount articulating arms, rods, batteries, converter boxes & various other camera accessories to your support system.  Unlike other cheeseplates, the Zwiss Plate has two sets of industry standard 15mm rod holes spaced 60mm apart.  This allows vertical mounting onto standard 15mm rods.  A second set of rods can be mounted through the top of the plate if you wish to extend your rig at another level.

The Zacuto DSLR Baseplate is a highly configurable baseplate which is adjustable to accommodate tall & short body cameras & cameras with battery grips. It also has mounting points to attach just about anything. It comes with 2 3.5" rods.

The DSLR Baseplate can accommodate 15mm rods on all 4 sides. On the front are 2 levels for rods. The top is for mounting Follow Focus units, Matte-Boxes, Zoom/Focus Motors & Lens Support if space allows. The bottom rods are primarily used for Lens Support & single or double Hand Grips.

If you're shooting HD video with DSLR cameras such as Canon's 1D-X, 1DMKIV, 5DMKIII, 5DMKII, 7D, or Nikon's D4, D800, D700 or D5100 consider the Zacuto DSLR Baseplate.

This item is also available to hire at Urban Cine.

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• See the DSLR Baseplate in action

The Zacuto Universal Baseplate works with cameras such as Sony's XDCAM EX1, F3, FS100/700, Panasonic AF-102, Red One & other cameras of this size.

The height can be easily adjusted to align Matte-Boxes to suit the lens.  The Universal Baseplate mounts to the camera with a 1/4 20" screw & a locking pin & it attaches to the tripod plate with both 3/8 16" & 1/4 20" screws.  It also has a slide capability for balancing on the tripod.

If you plan on using an FS100/700 or DSLR camera with the Universal Baseplate a Z-Spacer is required to raise the camera further to accommodate a Matte-Box.

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• See the Universal Baseplate in action

The Zacuto Zeddie Wedgie, named by Philip Bloom, is for exclusive use with the Zacuto Universal Baseplate.  It does not work on the Zacuto Mini Baseplate.  It allows you to use the Zacuto Universal Baseplate & mount it to a VCT-U14 or VCT-14 tripod wedge plate - an industry standard plate found on all full size Sony & Panasonic ENG camcorders.

The Zacuto Mini Baseplate is a smaller version of the Zacuto Universal Baseplate.  The Mini Baseplate has many of the same features as the Universal Baseplate but was designed for use with smaller HDSLR cameras.  The Mini Baseplate can also be used with Mid-sized flat bottom cameras.

If you plan on using an FS100 or DSLR camera with the Universal Baseplate a Z-Spacer is required to raise the camera further to accommodate a Matte-Box.

The Zacuto Z-Spacer is used with the Universal Baseplate or Mini Baseplate when mounting a DSLR or Sony NEX-FS100 using a Matte-Box.  The Z-Spacer allows you to mount any Matte-Box by rising the camera & moving it forward so the lens mount is over the rods.  For the FS100, the Z-Spacer raises the camera to the proper height to accommodate Matte-Box.

Zacuto 18” Mini to regular HDMI cable. The regular HDMI plug has a heavy duty swivable cable head. It can be set at right angles in all directions to avoid strain on the cable. This cable can be used with any camera with HDMI output. This cable is perfect for use with a Zacuto EVF. It can be used for any application that requires a mini to standard HDMI connection. 

Note: One cable comes standard with all Zacuto EVF packages.

Check our the Pincher for added support on Zacuto’s DSLR Gorilla Baseplate or Zacuto DSLR Baseplate.

Zacuto 18” Right Angle Mini to Standard HDMI cable. The standard HDMI plug has a heavy duty swivable cable head. It can be set at right angles in all directions to avoid strain on the cable. The mini end has a set right angle to avoid strain on the cable & camera HDMI port. This cable can be used with any camera with mini HDMI output. 

Note: This item is NOT compatible with Zacuto’s Pincher . The sturdy right angle lessens the strain on the HDMI port, but caution is always advised.

Zacuto 36" Standard to Standard (big to big) HDMI Cable. This cable has two regular HDMI heavy duty swivable cable heads. It can be set at right angles in all directions to avoid strain on the cable. You can use this cable with any camera that has a standard HDMI output.

The Zacuto Gorilla Plate is used in both Striker & Target Shooter kits & comes included with the Z-Finder Pro.
The Gorilla Plate attaches to your camera using the standard tripod screw hole. You can also mount your tripod plate underneath the Gorilla Plate so you can quickly go from handheld to tripod use. For mounting the Gorilla Plate to the tripod, it has (2) ¼ 20” screw holes & a locking pin hole. The Z-Finder frame attaches to the Gorilla Plate using two thumb screws.

If you need to mount the Z-Finder on an additional camera, an additional Gorilla Plate & Frame is required. This item must be sold with 1 of the 3 Z-Finder Mounting Frames, sold separately. The Gorilla Plate does not work with the DSLR baseplate as it uses its own quick release system.

Please Note: The tapped holes on the bottom of the Gorilla Plate are offset from the centre of the lens. This is only a concern if you are using the Gorilla Plate with other rigs that need the Matte-Box in line with the lens/mounting screw hole. 

The Zacuto Pincher is a universal HDMI cable restraint for DSLR Cameras. It is the perfect solution for keeping your HDMI cable in place. It includes the pincher device & a mounting bar that will allow you to use it out of the box on the Zacuto Gorilla Plate or DSLR Baseplate. The mounting bar attaches to the Gorilla Plate or DSLR Baseplate by using the two allen screws that also attach the red thumb screw slider block to the baseplates (if you are familiar with mounting the Z-Finder Frame on the Gorilla Plate or DSLR Baseplate, the mounting bar is attached the same way).

The Pincher has horizontal adjustment as well as vertical adjustment so you can line the Pincher up to work on multiple DSLR cameras.

The Zacuto 1/4 20" Lens Support uses a 1/4 20" screw to screw directly into a variety of lenses for more support. This lens support clamps to the rods from underneath so it can quickly be taken off the rods. The middle rod that attaches to the lens has vertical adjustment, if needed. Only thumb screw tightening is necessary, no tools required.

Please select either 1" or 2" rods to be used for the q-mount.

The Zacuto 3/8 16" Lens Support uses a 3/8 16" screw to screw directly into a variety of lenses for more support. This lens support clamps to the rods from underneath so it can quickly be taken off the rods. The middle rod that attaches to the lens has vertical adjustment, if needed. Only thumb screw tightening is necessary, no tools required.

Please select either a 1" or 2" rod to be used for the q-mount.

The Zacuto Top Handle is a multi-purpose handle that mounts to the Zwiss Cage, Zwiss Plate, Zwiss Cage Plate, the RED Epic & the Sony FS100.  This is the perfect accessory for low mode shooting & easy carrying of your camera/rig. The handle mounts using (2) ¼” 20 screws, making it easily customizable to your shooting needs.

Sony FS100 Users – if you are using the FS100 included microphone & mount, you can add Zacuto's Z-Mount II to connect it to the Top Handle.

*The handle will block the full opening of the LCD screen on the FS100, if mounted with the handle over the camera instead of over the lens.