Cinema Mini 512EX
The redesigned Cinema Mini 512EX makes camera swapping easier than ever with a pristine inner landscape and secure connection in minutes.
Capable of handling monster payloads like the RED and Canon 50-1000 lens, the Cinema Mini 512EX is lightweight, nimble and boasts 6-axis look-down stabilization via VectorSteering™.
As with all GSS gimbals, the Cinema Mini 512EX is well-suited for a variety of applications including aerial, auto, marine mounted and more.
Full Operator Control
The Cinema laptop hand controller gives you precision control of pan, tilt, zoom, iris and operator ballistics controls.
SYSTEM FEATURES
Advanced fiber optic gyro-stabilization
VectorSteering™ 6-axes of movement in a 5-axis gimbal
Stabilized look down (no gimbal lock) in a smaller, lighter package
Interchangeable cameras/lenses/inner axis in less than 30 minutes
Fully upgradeable as gimbal, camera, and lens technologies evolve
Stabilized or steerable horizon with in-flight automatic calibration
High-speed fiber optic video data transfer
No auxiliary junction unit required
No ITAR or EAR export restrictions
Ships as excess baggage (<70lbs/32kg per case)
MIL-STD-810F power filters with reverse polarity protection
Engineered/Manufactured to DO-160G standards – not certified
Platform designed for both standard and inverted use
Wireless capability option
Metadata outputs (lens, camera, & GPS functions)
Electro-mechanical gimbal stow mechanism
Compatible with existing air and ground mounts
Standard 1-year warranty and 24/7/365 customer service
GEN 2 Upgrades
Interchangeable cameras/lenses in minutes with interior redesign removing boards from camera kit
Dust-proof sensor with sealed Revolva
Added encoder to Revolva for fast, accurate wheel turns
Faster FIZ motors (prevents lag)
Advanced Technology
Added tuning profiles compatible with various NHU mounts
Rock-solid stability during heavy impacts with larger elevation motors from Cinema Pro 516 (optional)
Captive hardware on front and back covers
Improved visibility on operator screen interface
Rain deflector optional and compatible between all systems
System Specs
Gimbal Performance
VectorSteering™ offers 6-axes of movement in a 5-axis gimbal – gyro-stabilized
Azimuth: 360° continuous
Elevation: 35° to -205° from horizontal
Roll: > +/- 90° (steerable/stabilized)
Gimbal slew rate: 0-130°/second (depending on gearbox)
Max operational airspeed: variable depending on gearbox
Interface
Control: RS-232, RS-422, or Ethernet
Electrical
VIN: 18-33 VDC
Power: 15 amps max draw at 28 VDC
Dimensions
Gimbal width: 13.8 inches (351 mm)
Gimbal height: 19.4 inches (493 mm)
Snout length: 0-6 inches (0-152 mm)
Cable set length: 20 feet (standard set)
Weight
Platform: 41 lbs (18.5 kg) + payload
Hand Controller Unit: 7 lbs (3.2 kg)
Auxiliary Junction Unit: payload specific
Cable Set: 8 lbs (3.6 kg)
Environmental
Operating temperature: -4° to +122°F (-20° to +50°C) Sealed system for airborne/ground/marine applications
Interchangeable Camera Options*
Arri Alexa Mini/LF
RED DSMC2 / RED DSMC3
RED Komodo
*Other cameras available upon request
Interchangeable Lens Options**
Angenieux Optimo 25-250 & Optimo wide zoom
Canon 25-250
Canon 50-1000mm
Fujinon Cabrio 20-120mm
Primes – Various
**Any lens 16.3” in length or shorter
Helicopter/Airplane Mount Availability
AS 350/355
Bell 206/206L/407 EC-120
Robinson R44/R66
Cessna 172/206
(Also compatible with various other aircraft.)
Vehicle/Marine Mount Configurations
Arm Mounts – Mitchell Mount
Various other mount types from many manufacturers
Specifications are subject to change.
Gyro-Stabilized Cinema Production Camera Platform
Travel at 200+ knots with a long zoom lens (max speed depends on multiple factors)
Aerial shooting via helicopter or fixed wing aircraft
Car mounts and jibs
Marine applications