Comments for Cinevate - Tools for Filmmakers and Photographers http://www.cinevate.com/blog Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:26:09 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1.4 Comment on Introducing Trawly – Compact Camera Dolly by Adam http://www.cinevate.com/blog/introducing-trawly-compact-camera-dolly/#comment-3127 Adam Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:26:09 +0000 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/?p=3191#comment-3127 Can i use the trawly with telefoto lens..For example 70-200 mm .? Thank you for answer .. Can i use the trawly with telefoto lens..For example 70-200 mm .?
Thank you for answer ..

]]> Comment on Introducing Trawly – Compact Camera Dolly by Chadzilla http://www.cinevate.com/blog/introducing-trawly-compact-camera-dolly/#comment-3122 Chadzilla Wed, 22 Feb 2012 16:54:40 +0000 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/?p=3191#comment-3122 too expensive. too expensive.

]]> Comment on Canon C300 Canada Launch Event by J-F http://www.cinevate.com/blog/canon-c300-canada-launch-event/#comment-3121 J-F Wed, 22 Feb 2012 16:50:17 +0000 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/?p=3188#comment-3121 It was really nice to have Cinevate join us on this tour. Customers had a chance to see and experience how the camera felt all rigged up with your equipment. They had the opportunity to play around with the slider, the shoulder rig and the much anticipated JIB, which quickly became one of the main attraction during our tour i must say. Thank you Luke and Cinevate for joining us on the C300 tour. J-F It was really nice to have Cinevate join us on this tour. Customers had a chance to see and experience how the camera felt all rigged up with your equipment. They had the opportunity to play around with the slider, the shoulder rig and the much anticipated JIB, which quickly became one of the main attraction during our tour i must say.

Thank you Luke and Cinevate for joining us on the C300 tour.

J-F

]]> Comment on Introducing Trawly – Compact Camera Dolly by Halfsilk | Gear for Filmmakers » Trawly Dolly http://www.cinevate.com/blog/introducing-trawly-compact-camera-dolly/#comment-3101 Halfsilk | Gear for Filmmakers » Trawly Dolly Tue, 21 Feb 2012 20:53:00 +0000 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/?p=3191#comment-3101 [...] Trawly doubles as both a small dolly and a shoulder support complete with hand grips. When you’re [...] [...] Trawly doubles as both a small dolly and a shoulder support complete with hand grips. When you’re [...]

]]> Comment on Introducing Trawly – Compact Camera Dolly by S. Syed http://www.cinevate.com/blog/introducing-trawly-compact-camera-dolly/#comment-3097 S. Syed Tue, 21 Feb 2012 19:15:37 +0000 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/?p=3191#comment-3097 Craftsmanship has a price. Take the Cinevate sliders as an example. I've tried a few of the "alternatives" in order to save a few hundred dollars. After micro-vibrations, instability, etc. I became tired of having to take multiple takes for just one shot. The Cinevate works... every time. Looking at shoulder rigs for running and gunning... this is far better priced for a pro grade product when compared to various other pro level manufacturers. Also, not all of us are engineers and not all of us have the time to engage in DIY projects. We just need something that just works out of the box and continues working into the future. Craftsmanship has a price. Take the Cinevate sliders as an example. I’ve tried a few of the “alternatives” in order to save a few hundred dollars. After micro-vibrations, instability, etc. I became tired of having to take multiple takes for just one shot. The Cinevate works… every time.

Looking at shoulder rigs for running and gunning… this is far better priced for a pro grade product when compared to various other pro level manufacturers. Also, not all of us are engineers and not all of us have the time to engage in DIY projects. We just need something that just works out of the box and continues working into the future.

]]> Comment on Introducing Trawly – Compact Camera Dolly by guru http://www.cinevate.com/blog/introducing-trawly-compact-camera-dolly/#comment-3096 guru Tue, 21 Feb 2012 16:46:35 +0000 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/?p=3191#comment-3096 Exactly what I'm thinking. I'll wait for 1:1 chinese copy for half of that price... Exactly what I’m thinking. I’ll wait for 1:1 chinese copy for half of that price…

]]> Comment on Introducing Trawly – Compact Camera Dolly by Lliam Worthngton http://www.cinevate.com/blog/introducing-trawly-compact-camera-dolly/#comment-3077 Lliam Worthngton Mon, 20 Feb 2012 17:38:11 +0000 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/?p=3191#comment-3077 Hi guys, Product looks great. What is the maximum payload for Trawly? Thanks Best Lliam Hi guys,

Product looks great. What is the maximum payload for Trawly?

Thanks

Best

Lliam

]]> Comment on Introducing Trawly – Compact Camera Dolly by shodensan http://www.cinevate.com/blog/introducing-trawly-compact-camera-dolly/#comment-3057 shodensan Sun, 19 Feb 2012 20:16:29 +0000 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/?p=3191#comment-3057 how can i get this from here in the philippines? and how soon? thanks! how can i get this from here in the philippines? and how soon? thanks!

]]> Comment on Introducing Trawly – Compact Camera Dolly by cameronmckinlay@gmail.com http://www.cinevate.com/blog/introducing-trawly-compact-camera-dolly/#comment-3053 cameronmckinlay@gmail.com Sun, 19 Feb 2012 10:08:18 +0000 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/?p=3191#comment-3053 that the unfortunate reality with Cinevate. Over pricing themselves out of the market. DSLR's are HUGE right now because they are cheap for the indie filmmaker. Ill either try to DIY my own trawly or wait for another manufacturer to copy the design and sell it for cheaper:) Sorry Cinevate...great product....stupid price that the unfortunate reality with Cinevate. Over pricing themselves out of the market. DSLR’s are HUGE right now because they are cheap for the indie filmmaker. Ill either try to DIY my own trawly or wait for another manufacturer to copy the design and sell it for cheaper:)
Sorry Cinevate…great product….stupid price

]]> Comment on Introducing Trawly – Compact Camera Dolly by Leigh http://www.cinevate.com/blog/introducing-trawly-compact-camera-dolly/#comment-3037 Leigh Sat, 18 Feb 2012 07:08:37 +0000 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/?p=3191#comment-3037 I hear what you're saying with regards to all associated costs with regards to delivering a product of this quality, load and clear. But for every positive comment I read, I read 2 in ref to high intro (does that mean it could go higher?) price. It's a shame I would love to own one :-( Hope it succeeds I hear what you’re saying with regards to all associated costs with regards to delivering a product of this quality, load and clear.
But for every positive comment I read, I read 2 in ref to high intro (does that mean it could go higher?) price.
It’s a shame I would love to own one :-(

Hope it succeeds

]]> Comment on Introducing Trawly – Compact Camera Dolly by Dennis Wood http://www.cinevate.com/blog/introducing-trawly-compact-camera-dolly/#comment-3022 Dennis Wood Fri, 17 Feb 2012 17:04:44 +0000 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/?p=3191#comment-3022 Craig, thanks so much for piping in with your viewpoint. Pricing a product is so, so much more than what meets the eye. Case in point, a single injection mold can run over $25 000. Another cost which is completely hidden is on the development side. Cinevate employs and works with two nearly full time 3D CAD designers, Chris who manages products and runs our rapid prototype / metal prototype functions, and further staff involved in patents, marketing, business management, shipping and assembly. In other words, the material cost of a product is only a small part of the equation. Your point on tools of the trade is right on track. Nearly all of our customers are professionals, and so are we. Therefore if something doesn't work well for us, we don't sell it. This dictates a very high build quality, stainless fastener sets, corrosion resistant metal finishing ... and a constant push forward in terms of simplicity and design. Cost is something we're all keenly aware of, but not at the sacrifice of quality, service and support. Cheers, Dennis :-) Craig, thanks so much for piping in with your viewpoint. Pricing a product is so, so much more than what meets the eye. Case in point, a single injection mold can run over $25 000. Another cost which is completely hidden is on the development side. Cinevate employs and works with two nearly full time 3D CAD designers, Chris who manages products and runs our rapid prototype / metal prototype functions, and further staff involved in patents, marketing, business management, shipping and assembly. In other words, the material cost of a product is only a small part of the equation. Your point on tools of the trade is right on track. Nearly all of our customers are professionals, and so are we. Therefore if something doesn’t work well for us, we don’t sell it. This dictates a very high build quality, stainless fastener sets, corrosion resistant metal finishing … and a constant push forward in terms of simplicity and design. Cost is something we’re all keenly aware of, but not at the sacrifice of quality, service and support.

Cheers,
Dennis :-)

]]> Comment on Introducing Trawly – Compact Camera Dolly by Alan http://www.cinevate.com/blog/introducing-trawly-compact-camera-dolly/#comment-3021 Alan Fri, 17 Feb 2012 15:22:17 +0000 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/?p=3191#comment-3021 Craig; I have to disagree. The Steadicam Merlin is nothing more than a piece of pipe with a couple of weights and ball bearings, yet it sells for almost $800. If a product can deliver and have value, then it will sell. I currently have the simplis rig. It's incredibly versitile. Now, all I need to add is the Trawly kit at a minimal cost. The fact that it is all quick release, I can move from a dolly, slider, tripod, handheld and steadicam in seconds. As an engineer, it may be hard to match production costs with price. However, being a film maker I can't be bothered with how much it costs to make. Computer chips used to cost dollars and sold for thousands but the market accepted it. When I only have seconds shooting a live event and only one chance to get the shot I'll pay a bit more for something that does the job right the first time. If I have to fiddle around with a product to get it to work just to save a hundred bucks on a job paying several grand I won't be in business long. Again, there are cheaper products out there. And for those who only see the bottom line, perhaps this product isn't for you. I've looked at the cheaper products. They appear to work well, but don't seem to integrate well with other gear. This does, and therefore has value. Craig;
I have to disagree. The Steadicam Merlin is nothing more than a piece of pipe with a couple of weights and ball bearings, yet it sells for almost $800.
If a product can deliver and have value, then it will sell. I currently have the simplis rig. It’s incredibly versitile. Now, all I need to add is the Trawly kit at a minimal cost. The fact that it is all quick release, I can move from a dolly, slider, tripod, handheld and steadicam in seconds.

As an engineer, it may be hard to match production costs with price. However, being a film maker I can’t be bothered with how much it costs to make. Computer chips used to cost dollars and sold for thousands but the market accepted it.

When I only have seconds shooting a live event and only one chance to get the shot I’ll pay a bit more for something that does the job right the first time. If I have to fiddle around with a product to get it to work just to save a hundred bucks on a job paying several grand I won’t be in business long.

Again, there are cheaper products out there. And for those who only see the bottom line, perhaps this product isn’t for you. I’ve looked at the cheaper products. They appear to work well, but don’t seem to integrate well with other gear. This does, and therefore has value.

]]> Comment on Introducing Trawly – Compact Camera Dolly by Craig http://www.cinevate.com/blog/introducing-trawly-compact-camera-dolly/#comment-3010 Craig Fri, 17 Feb 2012 00:00:21 +0000 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/?p=3191#comment-3010 Alan: Truly, I appreciate your comments and agree the comments about the sliders. However, being an engineer and having a grasp on the components I see, there is no way to justify the cost, there is just not that much there - little machining some injection molding, some off the shelf parts........ Yes, I understand short run manufacturing cost, which is something I am sure Cinevate is up against but I will reiterate, cost needs to be worked on hard to capture market and satisfy demand. Alan:

Truly, I appreciate your comments and agree the comments about the sliders. However, being an engineer and having a grasp on the components I see, there is no way to justify the cost, there is just not that much there – little machining some injection molding, some off the shelf parts……..

Yes, I understand short run manufacturing cost, which is something I am sure Cinevate is up against but I will reiterate, cost needs to be worked on hard to capture market and satisfy demand.

]]> Comment on Introducing Trawly – Compact Camera Dolly by Boyd http://www.cinevate.com/blog/introducing-trawly-compact-camera-dolly/#comment-3009 Boyd Thu, 16 Feb 2012 22:55:44 +0000 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/?p=3191#comment-3009 Hi Dennis, What is the price for the wheel kit? Also, will Adorama or B&H Photo offer the wheel kit for the customers who already own the Simplis Dual? If so, what date do you anticipate the wheel kit will be available to purchase through a 3rd party vendor? Thank you! Hi Dennis,

What is the price for the wheel kit? Also, will Adorama or B&H Photo offer the wheel kit for the customers who already own the Simplis Dual? If so, what date do you anticipate the wheel kit will be available to purchase through a 3rd party vendor?

Thank you!

]]> Comment on Introducing Trawly – Compact Camera Dolly by Trawly – ממציאים מחדש את הגלגל • MegaPixel http://www.cinevate.com/blog/introducing-trawly-compact-camera-dolly/#comment-3008 Trawly – ממציאים מחדש את הגלגל • MegaPixel Thu, 16 Feb 2012 21:48:31 +0000 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/?p=3191#comment-3008 [...] ה-Trawly צפוי להיות זמין לרכישה בארה"ב בחודש מרץ ומחירו יעמוד על בהשקה על פי החברה על כ-450 דולרים. פרטים נוספים באתר חברת Cinevate. [...] [...] ה-Trawly צפוי להיות זמין לרכישה בארה"ב בחודש מרץ ומחירו יעמוד על בהשקה על פי החברה על כ-450 דולרים. פרטים נוספים באתר חברת Cinevate. [...]

]]> Comment on Introducing Trawly – Compact Camera Dolly by Alan http://www.cinevate.com/blog/introducing-trawly-compact-camera-dolly/#comment-3005 Alan Thu, 16 Feb 2012 19:31:58 +0000 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/?p=3191#comment-3005 Craig; There's no question that $449 is a lot of money for what you see. But, it's not just a couple of wheels on a hand grip. You're paying for stability and reliability. For example, their sliders might seem expensive... but they work......Every time. I've put mine through rain, snow and -30C weather and it still performs. When you don't get a second chance on most shots you don't want to be worrying about the gear. I'm sure there's DIY kits out there that do the same thing. But if this is anything like any of there other products you know it's going to work well today and down the road. Alan Craig;
There’s no question that $449 is a lot of money for what you see. But, it’s not just a couple of wheels on a hand grip. You’re paying for stability and reliability. For example, their sliders might seem expensive… but they work……Every time. I’ve put mine through rain, snow and -30C weather and it still performs. When you don’t get a second chance on most shots you don’t want to be worrying about the gear.

I’m sure there’s DIY kits out there that do the same thing. But if this is anything like any of there other products you know it’s going to work well today and down the road.

Alan

]]> Comment on Introducing Trawly – Compact Camera Dolly by The Frosty http://www.cinevate.com/blog/introducing-trawly-compact-camera-dolly/#comment-3004 The Frosty Thu, 16 Feb 2012 19:01:25 +0000 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/?p=3191#comment-3004 That thing looks like some fun! That thing looks like some fun!

]]> Comment on Introducing Trawly – Compact Camera Dolly by media301 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/introducing-trawly-compact-camera-dolly/#comment-3003 media301 Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:58:32 +0000 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/?p=3191#comment-3003 I credit Cinevate for so great products but in this case I think the original is better and cheaper. Check out cineskates at: http://cinetics.com/ I credit Cinevate for so great products but in this case I think the original is better and cheaper. Check out cineskates at:

http://cinetics.com/

]]> Comment on Introducing Trawly – Compact Camera Dolly by Anonymoose http://www.cinevate.com/blog/introducing-trawly-compact-camera-dolly/#comment-3002 Anonymoose Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:52:32 +0000 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/?p=3191#comment-3002 Pricing is too high. It's a great product but too expensive. I know the HDSLR movement is hot right now but pricing that high, you're trying to hard to be like Apple with excessive profit margins. Be better than that, and make it affordable. Pricing is too high. It’s a great product but too expensive. I know the HDSLR movement is hot right now but pricing that high, you’re trying to hard to be like Apple with excessive profit margins. Be better than that, and make it affordable.

]]> Comment on Introducing Trawly – Compact Camera Dolly by ar http://www.cinevate.com/blog/introducing-trawly-compact-camera-dolly/#comment-3001 ar Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:31:36 +0000 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/?p=3191#comment-3001 quite frankly i have to agree..450 is ridiculous for that quite frankly i have to agree..450 is ridiculous for that

]]> Comment on Introducing Trawly – Compact Camera Dolly by Cinevate Trawly – A Compact, Lightweight and Versatile Camera Dolly - Zane Lee http://www.cinevate.com/blog/introducing-trawly-compact-camera-dolly/#comment-3000 Cinevate Trawly – A Compact, Lightweight and Versatile Camera Dolly - Zane Lee Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:25:35 +0000 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/?p=3191#comment-3000 [...] Cinevate [...] [...] Cinevate [...]

]]> Comment on Introducing Trawly – Compact Camera Dolly by Juhani Väihkönen http://www.cinevate.com/blog/introducing-trawly-compact-camera-dolly/#comment-2999 Juhani Väihkönen Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:17:17 +0000 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/?p=3191#comment-2999 That is awesome, I want one... That is awesome, I want one…

]]> Comment on Introducing Trawly – Compact Camera Dolly by Craig http://www.cinevate.com/blog/introducing-trawly-compact-camera-dolly/#comment-2998 Craig Thu, 16 Feb 2012 17:51:09 +0000 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/?p=3191#comment-2998 Cost = WAY to much. Very disappointing. The Trawley is just what I need for travel but the price........Cinevate you need to work on your pricing. Really. Cost = WAY to much. Very disappointing.

The Trawley is just what I need for travel but the price……..Cinevate you need to work on your pricing. Really.

]]> Comment on Introducing Trawly – Compact Camera Dolly by Blowup http://www.cinevate.com/blog/introducing-trawly-compact-camera-dolly/#comment-2997 Blowup Thu, 16 Feb 2012 17:17:19 +0000 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/?p=3191#comment-2997 So cool! I want it! What about getting it in Europe/Germany/Italy?? So cool!
I want it!
What about getting it in Europe/Germany/Italy??

]]> Comment on Introducing Trawly – Compact Camera Dolly by Pepê Figueroa http://www.cinevate.com/blog/introducing-trawly-compact-camera-dolly/#comment-2996 Pepê Figueroa Thu, 16 Feb 2012 16:35:42 +0000 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/?p=3191#comment-2996 Great job, simple but powerful, is a shame that Brazil has many import taxes, but I buy mine in August because I'll be there! Congratulations Great job, simple but powerful, is a shame that Brazil has many import taxes, but I buy mine in August because I’ll be there! Congratulations

]]> Comment on LensProToGo Contest – A Play Date with the Canon’s 1D X or Nikon’s D4 by Kevin Minton http://www.cinevate.com/blog/lensprotogo-contest-a-play-date-with-the-canons-1d-x-or-nikons-d4/#comment-2995 Kevin Minton Thu, 16 Feb 2012 16:24:59 +0000 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/?p=3138#comment-2995 I'm a big fan of Canon and Cinevate! I’m a big fan of Canon and Cinevate!

]]> Comment on Introducing Trawly – Compact Camera Dolly by Cinevate http://www.cinevate.com/blog/introducing-trawly-compact-camera-dolly/#comment-2994 Cinevate Thu, 16 Feb 2012 16:02:35 +0000 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/?p=3191#comment-2994 Dealers can order as of today. From Cinevate.com we'll take online orders and ship product ( lead time 2 days) March 1st. Intro pricing is $449. If you already own a Simplis Dual, good news...you just need the wheel kit which will be available at the same time. Cheers, Dennis. Dealers can order as of today. From Cinevate.com we’ll take online orders and ship product ( lead time 2 days) March 1st. Intro pricing is $449. If you already own a Simplis Dual, good news…you just need the wheel kit which will be available at the same time.

Cheers,
Dennis.

]]> Comment on Free Session with Cinevate at Hunt’s Photo and Video – February 15th by Matthew Pompey http://www.cinevate.com/blog/free-session-with-cinevate-at-hunts-photo-and-video-february-15th/#comment-2993 Matthew Pompey Thu, 16 Feb 2012 15:56:37 +0000 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/?p=3179#comment-2993 What kind of DSLR rig is that kid holding in this picture and about how much does it cost new / used? What kind of DSLR rig is that kid holding in this picture and about how much does it cost new / used?

]]> Comment on Introducing Trawly – Compact Camera Dolly by Henry Páll http://www.cinevate.com/blog/introducing-trawly-compact-camera-dolly/#comment-2992 Henry Páll Thu, 16 Feb 2012 15:36:37 +0000 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/?p=3191#comment-2992 awesome, where can i order one and how much is it? awesome, where can i order one and how much is it?

]]> Comment on Introducing Trawly – Compact Camera Dolly by Tomek http://www.cinevate.com/blog/introducing-trawly-compact-camera-dolly/#comment-2991 Tomek Thu, 16 Feb 2012 14:37:42 +0000 http://www.cinevate.com/blog/?p=3191#comment-2991 Brilliant. just brilliant! I would really like to try this one!:) What are the costs? Brilliant. just brilliant! I would really like to try this one!:) What are the costs?

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