DSLR CAT - Peter Haas shows off his custom CAT Rig
Peter Haas (films.peterjhaas.com) from NYC ordered a customized DSLR CAT Rig several months ago, and sent us these images and his positive feedback after using it on a long documentary shoot. Here's what he had to say: "I have to say, this is by far the most comfortable rig I've used - the weighting was spot on, and there where many times where it one could easily forget it was a DSLR rig and not an Aaton. At the price point that you're offering this thing, I think you could
DSLR CAT - Using FocusShifter on a Shoulder Rig
We experimented with using a FocusShifter follow focus on the DSLR CAT Rig. It works quite well, even with the long focal travel of the 70-2
DSLR CAT - Shoulder Rig
The DSLR Cat is designed to move the weight of the camera back and over the shoulder, thus making a more well balanced rig that requires less counterweight. The overall result is that the whole rig is lighter, and is less tiring to keep on the shoulder for long periods of time. The downside is that the screen on the DSLR is not visible, so an EVF or external monitor must be used. The handle of the DSLR Cat is modeled after the handle used by the Aaton cameras, which gives goo
Frame Construction for DSLR CAT Video Camera Should Rig
Note: This tutorial shows how to make the DSLR CAT frame using the DIY method. Before cutting, and wasting pieces of nice wood, I tested out
Handle Grip for DSLR CAT Video Camera Rig
Note: This tutorial shows how to make a handle grip using the DIY method.The handle grip is printed using a 3D printer. Cut a 200mm piece of
