The CineBack Cage from Camera Foundry with quick release system allows users to switch between compact handheld and fully-rigged cinema configurations rapidly, making it easy to change between photo and video mode or fully rigged and mobile setups.
Camera Foundry, a specialist manufacturer of “video and audio gear for filmmakers and camera nerds” known for their custom-made camera accessories, have announced the release of their new Quick Release Kit for the CineBack camera cage system. The kit is designed to address one of the most common challenges in modern filmmaking: the need to quickly transition between stripped-down handheld setups and fully-rigged cinema configurations.
Key features and benefits
The system offers three distinct mounting configurations:
Basic Quick Release Mode: Users can operate with just the quick release mechanism, providing maximum portability with minimal secure connection points. This mode is ideal for run-and-gun shooting scenarios where weight and size are primary concerns.
Allen Key Secured Mode: For more demanding applications, the system includes a built-in Allen key stored directly in the CineBack base plate. This allows users to secure the camera with traditional bolts while maintaining the flat cheese plate surface for additional accessories.
Quick Release Knob System: The kit’s flagship feature utilizes custom thumb screws that can be rapidly engaged and disengaged. This provides the security of bolted connections with the convenience of tool-free operation, taking only seconds to attach or remove the camera.
Technical specifications
The kit maintains backward compatibility with all CineBack models ever produced, ensuring existing users can upgrade their systems without replacing their entire setup. The system utilizes FALCAM’s F38 quick release plates, available in both single-thread and multi-thread configurations to accommodate different camera cages and mounting requirements.
All hardware is included in the kit, featuring custom-designed quick-release knobs manufactured from three components: a converted bolt, the knob assembly, and a thread collar. The system requires longer screws than standard Sydney Back installations due to the added height of the quick-release mechanism.
Sony cameras integration
The Quick Release Kit offers specific compatibility with Sony’s XLR handle for the FX3 and FX30 cameras. When used with Camera Foundry’s XLR handle extension kit, the system allows users to maintain both the Sony handle and quick release functionality simultaneously, creating what the company describes as a “super compact setup” that can be broken down in real-time.
Market positioning
Camera Foundry has positioned the Quick Release Kit as a solution for professionals who require both the stability of traditional cage systems and the flexibility of modern run-and-gun workflows. The company emphasizes that the system doesn’t compromise on either security or speed, addressing what they identify as a key gap in current camera support solutions.
The CineBack kit is available now through Camera Foundry’s online shop, with the company also announcing that they now carry additional FilmCam gear to provide a more comprehensive equipment solution for their customers.
Industry Impact
This release reflects the broader industry trend toward modular, adaptable camera support systems that can accommodate the increasingly diverse shooting requirements of modern content creation. As productions demand greater flexibility and faster turnaround times, systems like the CineBack Quick Release Kit represent the evolution of traditional camera support toward more versatile, workflow-optimized solutions.
Pricing and availability
All products are available now for purchase at the company’s website here. The CineBack for the Sony FX3/FX30 will set you back £349.99 (around $470), while the FALCAM F38 combo kit is an additional £42.99 (around $57).
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