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Accessories for T2I

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ReedSkis~
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Hey NS,
I'm about to buy a t2i and am thinking about what accessories to buy along with it.

I have realized that I will need some sort of stabilization, so I have narrowed it down to a:

GlideCam HD 2000 ($280)

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or a

CVP SM1 shoulder mount ($105) which is used by philip bloom http://www.creativevideo.co.uk/public/view_item_cat.php?catalogue_number=cvp_shoulder_mount

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Other accessories I am thinking about are:

ZFinder Jr. ($250) http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/682689-REG/Zacuto_Z_FIND_JR_Z_Finder_Jr_.html

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IDC Follow Focus ($400) [note, I would get the DFocus if it was in stock] http://www.idcphotography.com/kart/index.php?p=product&id=145&parent=30

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I would like to keep the price as low as possible, so keeping that in mind, what are the most essential of these four products for filming skiing and for HDSLR filming in general?

Thanks!
Reed
May 18 2010 8:27PM
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PBraunstein
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do not try this without the proper adapters!!! You can very easily damage your mirror if you dont have the adapter. Look around on Ebay.. for the t2i, youre going to be looking for (xxx to EOS) most canon mounts should work (unless its old, but you can find adapters for them as well)
Jun 5 2010 4:18PM
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J-Evs
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would it be best to get the glidecam 10000 or 2000 (pro/hd?)?
Jun 5 2010 4:43PM
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ReedSkis~
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^I bought the 1000 and it works really well (watch my edit posted on the first page for an example of how it looks)

If you decide to buy it, i'll make the balancing process a little shorter for you (although you will definitely have to fine tune it to your lens and accessories)


balancing for t2i with sigma 70mm DG macro lens:

- Keep the telescoping rod all the way up
- Put 4 weights on the back, and 3 in the front
- Mount the camera all the way back on the quick lock mounting plate, and one space to the left from the center whole

Good Luck!
Jun 5 2010 4:53PM
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ReedSkis~
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^Just to clarify I have the 1000 HD, not pro
Jun 5 2010 4:54PM
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1337
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im going to get the glidecam 2000 pro because my t2i+battery grip + tokina 11-16 weights a fair amount
Jun 5 2010 6:13PM
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ReedSkis~
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^Sounds Good!

although i'm sure the 1000 HD would work fine, i'm pretty sure you can buy extra weights, and extending the telescoping rod out all the way would also contribute towards a heavier camera
Jun 5 2010 7:27PM
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J-Evs
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what memory cards are you guys using?
Jun 8 2010 11:21PM
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1337
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transend 16gb class 6
Jun 8 2010 11:38PM
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Ben.
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lol i have a 400mm prime.
Jun 9 2010 3:30AM
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ninoleitner
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Hi guys,


I've just posted a new blog post reviewing a my new knock-off T2i/550D battery grip. I'm very happy with it, check it out:


http://ninofilm.net/blog/2010/06/27/t2i-battery-grip/


Your comments are always greatly appreciated!


Nino

Jun 27 2010 3:43PM
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family_vacation
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haha, that plus the crop factor must be really easy to handle.
Jun 27 2010 4:18PM
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1337
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you could snipe the stitching of a soccer ball all the way across the field with that thing on a crop factor
Jun 27 2010 4:23PM
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goodiepocket
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patriot 16gb class 10
Jun 27 2010 5:37PM
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family_vacation
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SanDisk VideoHD 16gb class 6
Jun 27 2010 6:07PM
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Ben.
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hahaha yeah, its basically what, 640?

it doesnt get used a lot, but its handy for far away nature stuff and whatnot.
Jun 27 2010 8:53PM
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Ben.
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random post in here, but it might generate more interest than a sale thread.

i have a spare 50mm f2-22 pentax k mount lense. really nice glass, nice smooth focus ring.

id let it go for pretty cheap, someone hit me up if they want it.

you can get an adapter for super cheap on ebay and use it with any 1.6 crop canon, you just cant use it with a full frame because the mirror hits it. (ive read that by modifying the lense you can do it, but thats at your own risk)


also would work with any pentax dslr.

dont think it works with nikon because the flange to sensor difference isnt right, so you cant focus to infinity


but anyway, drop me a pm if someone wants it, otherwise ill just hang onto it as a spare in case i god forbid destroy mine.
Jul 12 2010 3:47PM
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tom.skier
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Thinking of getting a battery grip so I can shoot for longer. Anything anyone would recommend / avoid?

I've found a pretty cheap one on ebay which seems legit:
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/BATTERY-GRIP-CANON-EOS-550D-Rebel-T2i-SLR-2X-LP-E8-/310245116277?pt=UK_Photography_DigitalCamBatt_RL&hash=item483c0cc975

What does NS think?
Sep 6 2010 12:29PM
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jwalt
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I have a third party ebay grip and it worked fine! you should be all set. Grab an extra battery too for around $1 and double your battery life ;)
Sep 6 2010 12:46PM
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tom.skier
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Thanks for the advice man
Sep 6 2010 12:58PM
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jwalt
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anytime!
Sep 6 2010 1:11PM
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bloodyredmess
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I highly recommended the DSLR camera cage for the T2i. Works great and keeps the camera very protected.

http://www.habbycam.com
Sep 26 2011 5:14PM
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MattL.
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Hey are you guys or anyone still looking for a t2i? cause i got my refurb body for $450 and it works perfectly...no problems whatsoever its mint, if anyone is interested on this same deal just pm me or comment
Sep 27 2011 9:47AM
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1337
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I have a cage similar to that for my 5d II, it's tight. awesome for mounting accessories.
Sep 27 2011 9:53AM
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andstuff
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While I don't doubt this works, it's not a good idea to get the HD1000 if you need to extend the telescoping post all the way and add that many weights. It means you are at the far end of the glidecam's load capacity, which restricts yourself should you ever want to add things like a mic, battery grip, etc.

The HD2000 is the perfect range for DSLRs in my opinion.
Sep 27 2011 11:30AM
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MattL.
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also not trying to thread jack but i have some money probably $200 or less, and i have a t2i with a vintage 58mm fast prime... what should i get?
Sep 27 2011 11:36AM
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bloodyredmess
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Well your very first accessory should be the Habbycam DSLR cage. Without a doubt. http://www.habbycam.com
Oct 25 2011 3:13PM
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eheath
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uhhh no
Oct 25 2011 3:15PM
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CrotchKiller
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but its so red and pretty
Oct 25 2011 5:04PM
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TaranItUp
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I lol'ed
Oct 25 2011 8:47PM
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