Nic’s “Herzog” Accessory Kit for RED DSMC2 Cameras

Nic’s “Herzog” Accessory Kit for RED DSMC2 Cameras

By Jim Bask 0 Comment December 10, 2018 Camera, RED Cameras

From abelcine.com

DSMC2, the latest generation of RED’s camera BRAIN, is not only powerful, but the entire system is extremely versatile. These bodies can house three different sensors: MONSTRO 8K VV, HELIUM 8K, and GEMINI 5K S35. A wide range of modules and accessories expand the possibilities even further. We asked three of our Technical Specialists to describe their ideal RED DSMC2 package. Here’s a look at what’s in Nic’s RED kit.

I’ve worked on many documentary films and narrative work shot in cinéma vérité style, so I’ve always held the idea of a self-contained, “take-on-all-comers” camera close to my heart. With new camera bodies like the GEMINI making short work of low available light situations, and a plethora of powerful third-party accessories to add important functionality, RED cameras are in a better place than ever for this type of work.

A good documentarian becomes a “fly on the wall”, and their subjects forget they’re there. Likewise, a good doc camera gets out of the operator’s way. This kit, which I nicknamed “Herzog”, includes the accessories I’ve used in these types of environments. I also describe how I rig to make the camera an extension of me, rather than a piece of gear I have to babysit.

CAMERA BODY & RIGGING

ARRI makes some of the most robust rigging in the industry, and once installed, their LWS Broadcast Set for DSMC2 can live on the camera due to its high level of adjustability. Being able to quickly switch from tripod to handheld without having to remove or replace the shoulder pad is invaluable in a doc setting. This rig also includes plenty of extra mounting points when needed, and the included RED EVF/monitor LEMO port and 3-pin record/stop are just icing on the cake…read more