Zacuto New Accessories [7:16m]: Download

FreshDV dropped by to visit the good folks at the Zacuto booth at Cine Gear Expo 2008 in Los Angeles. While we were there, Jens and Steve showed off their latest adapters and accessories, including the first look at a new prototype called the ZwingAway. It’s an articulated arm equipped with short rods to convert any standard mattebox into a swingaway design. Download the attached video or watch online at FreshTV.

 Pro8mm Reinvents The 8mm Scene [3:56m]: Download

At the Pro8mm booth at Cine Gear Expo 2008 in Los Angeles, FreshDV learned about their new 1080 HD transfer options, as well as the mod they are offering to widescreen-ify 8mm cameras. Download the attached video or watch online at FreshTV.

 Gekko Technology KissLite [3:27m]: Download

Gekko Technology was also at the VFGadgets booth at Cine Gear Expo 2008 in Los Angeles. They were showing off their KissLite ring light systems, perfect for Steadicam and jib-mounted applications. They offer a number of configurations, including some with an integrated mattebox. Not shown in this interview is the Lenslite, built for HDV and small-format HD cameras, and distributed at long last in North America by VFGadgets. Download the attached video or watch online at FreshTV.

 VFGadgets Dolly and Red Handle [5:12m]: Download

VFGadgets was exhibiting at Cine Gear Expo 2008 in Los Angeles, and we checked out a few of their latest offerings. David showed us their improved Pro Gripper Quad suction car mount, which has been beefed up in response to our review of the unit. We also got a look at their soon-to-be-released prototype X-Dolly, an adjustable all-aluminum track dolly system. Finally, David showed us their brand new highly-configurable Red One top handle design, which includes plenty of mounting options for accessories and the ability to put the EVF support basically anywhere. Download the attached video or watch online at FreshTV.

 Rosco LitePad HO [3:45m]: Download

At the Rosco booth at Cine Gear Expo 2008 in Los Angeles, FreshDV took a look at the LitePad HO, their latest update to the unique LitePad line. The HO model is 33% brighter and offers a daylight 6000 degrees Kelvin temperature. They’ve also filled out the line with accessories for dimming and light control, as well as a number of LitePad sizes and shapes. Download the attached video or watch online at FreshTV.

 Lensbaby 3G for Moving Images [5:00m]: Download

At one of the tents at Cine Gear Expo 2008 in Los Angeles, FreshDV stopped talked with the folks at Lensbaby, where DP Reed Harkness showed off the Lensbaby 3G on a compact Canon HV20 + Letus Mini adapter rig. He talked about how the Lensbaby can be used with a variety of lens mounts (including their new PL mount) to achieve a unique selective focus look with moving images. Finally Kirsten walked us through the available options and pricing of the 3G and accessories. Download the attached video or watch online at FreshTV.

FreshDV has obtained the following spy shot of what appears to be a brand new professional follow focus design by Redrock Micro. To get this image we may have had to bribe a handful of known Albanian arms dealers…and we can neither confirm nor deny that the agent lost in that freak accident on the Universal Studios streetscape was working with FreshDV on this investigation. By the way, this message will self-destruct in 30 seconds…

UPDATE: Spotted another picture at Reduser.

 Viewfactor Origo and Mirus Systems [4:36m]: Download

At Cine Gear Expo 2008 in Los Angeles, Viewfactor Studios was showing off their Origo wired start/stop control for the Red camera. Curt showed us how it worked, and later talked about their next product, the relatively-affordable Mirus motion-control head. Download the attached video or watch online at FreshTV.

 Redrock Filters, Nebtek Support Arms, Cardellini Clamps [3:20m]: Download

This Cine Gear Expo 2008 segment covers Redrock Micro’s new all-glass mattebox filter set, Nebtek’s uber-configurable Ultralight support arms, and Cardellini’s new clamp design. Download the attached video or watch online at FreshTV.

 Sachtler Soom Tripod Support System [4:18m]: Download

Sachtler was demonstrating their hot new SOOM multi-function tripod at Cine Gear Expo 2008 in Los Angeles, and we stopped by to check it out. Ollie was kind enough to show us the system and talk about availability and pricing. Download the attached video or watch online at FreshTV.

 Viewfactor Inclino Remote Follow Focus System [7:31m]: Download

While at Cine Gear Expo 2008 in Los Angeles, FreshDV stopped by the Viewfactor Studios booth to take a look at the soon-to-ship Inclino Remote Follow Focus solution. Curt walked us through the extensive list of features and options, and dished on pricing and ship dates. Download the attached video or watch online at FreshTV.