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Accessory, Cambo Studio, News, Studio Equipment, Tripod Head

PCM and PCF – Cambo Precision Camera Tripod Heads

Building off the success of the PCH (Precision Control Head) launched in 2017, we are excited to announce the following two upcoming new members of the Cambo PC (Precision Control) tripod head family:

A Cambo WRS-1600 Camera mounted onto a Cambo PCH Precision Controlled Gearhead.
The original Cambo PCH (Precision Control Gearhead) in action.

The Cambo PCM tripod head combines the best parts of the PCH, in a more affordable “entry level” head, that has features far past it’s class.

The PCM (Precision Control Manual) is an entry level version of the PCH head which removes the internal gearing system while maintaining a sturdy and easy to position camera support body. 

If you want the ultimate in control the Cambo PCF provides a fully geared experience across the board.

The PCF (Precision Control Full) builds on the existing PCH geared body, but adds additional geared controls to the 360º rotating platform on the top of the unit. 


The whole Cambo Precision Control Family:
PCF, PCH, PCM

The new PC heads will launch alongside a newly offered QR-8 quick release plate with a 3/8″ screw (vs the standard QR-7 plate with 1/4″ screw). Both plates are based on the Arca standard and are interchangeable depending on your camera mount type.

A Cambo QR-7 Quick Release tripod plate with 1/4" camera stud.
Cambo QR-7 Quick Release Plate

Available for order today from any of our Cambo USA dealer locations.

June 24, 2019by CamboUSA
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Accessory, Adapter, Cambo Actus, News

AC-795 – Actus Bayonet Kit for Fujifilm GFX100

Following the official introduction of the Fujifilm GFX100 on May 23rd, 2019 Cambo is pleased to announce a dedicated interface for mounting, and supporting this new flagship camera in the GFX line of products.

As a result of the different body design compared to the Fujifilm GFX50 series, the bayonet holder for the GFX100 will have a different shape than the existing holder AC-792, and includes an extra riser block for the front standard.

The existing Cambo Actus-GFX for the GFX50S and GFX50R

Cambo’s new AC-795, designed as an interchangeable bayonet holder kit, will be compatible with the current Actus-G series.

However, due to the design changes of the Fujifilm GFX100 body, this needs to be positioned on a higher distance to allow enough clearance. This  results in an additional 30mm riser block to be needed for the front standard. As well as an additional spacer that needs to be added on the rear bayonet mount.

Because of this additional flange spacing the Actar-60, and some other wider angle lens options will not be able reach infinity setting with this kit.

NOTE: Alternatively the Fujifilm GFX100 will fit the Actus-GFX unchanged, in portrait orientation only without the need for the additional spacer, but because of the new design the AC-795 is required for landscape orientation.

A pre-production Cambo AC-795 without final anodization process.

Cambo ACB-795 Specifications:

Bayonet : Fujifilm GFX   
Available Color: Black anodized
Internal Rotation:90 degrees between Landscape and Portrait
Raiser block front standard:    30mm high, included with kit.

The interface kit AC-795 will be available shortly and can be pre-ordered as of today from your dealer of choice.

June 20, 2019by CamboUSA
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Accessory, Cambo Actus, News

AC-380/AC-381 – Cambo Actus Fine Gear Drive Upgrade

Shipping now, the AC-380 and AC-381 fine gear drives add yet another option for customers looking to get the most out of their existing Actus camera. 

The new dual knob design allows for both standard and reduced gearing.
Cambo Actus DB-II with AC-380 and AC-381 installed.

This double gear knob kit for focus and tilt will be interchangeable with the current axle/knob/gear. The large knob controls as it does with the existing knob set, however this will add a smaller knob that reduces the movement to 1:5 gearing for more precise control and self locking. 

The AC-380 is identified by the white dot.

Because of the slight differences in tilt mechanism design, two versions of this upgrade will be offered. The AC-380 is for focus on all Actus cameras and for the tilt movements of the Actus-Mini. The AC-381 exits for those customers wishing to upgrade the tilt movements on their Actus-G or Actus-DB II. Both kits will be identically priced, and will be sold individually for users that only wish to upgrade one knob at a time.

The AC-381 has a red indicator dot to distinguish itself from its counterpart.

The install process is fairly simple and straight forward, and both kits include all of the instructions and tools needed to perform the swap yourself without the need to ship anything back to Cambo.

Both the AC-380 and AC-381 are available now from any of or US Dealers.

June 5, 2019by CamboUSA
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