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Cinema Pro+ 520

The Cinema Pro+ 520 is optimized for larger cinema payloads and integrates more camera and lens payload configurations than any gimbal in its class.

With 6-axes of movement via VectorSteering™, this gimbal can handle full-sized cinema cameras with impressive lenses!

As with all GSS gimbals, the Cinema Pro+ 520 is well-suited for a variety of applications including aerial, ground vehicle, marine mounts and more.

Precise Operator Control

The GSS Cinema laptop hand controller gives you control of camera menus and functions as well as pan, tilt, zoom, iris and operator ballistics.

GSS Cinema Laptop

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 upgradable 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)

  • Geo-referencing option

  • Electro-mechanical gimbal stow mechanism

  • Compatible with existing air and ground mounts

  • Standard 1-year warranty and 24/7/365 customer service

System Specs

Gimbal Performance
VectorSteering™ offers 6-axes of movement in a 5-axis gimbal – gyro-stabilized
Azimuth: 360°continuous
Elevation: 30° to -205° from horizontal
Roll: > +/- 120° (steerable/stabilized)
Gimbal Slew Rate: 0-150°/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: 20 inches (508 mm)
Gimbal height: 24.0 inches (610 mm)
Snout length: 0-6 inches (0-152 mm)
Cable set length: 20 feet (standard set)

Weight
Platform: 85 lbs (38.5 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 65, LF, XT M & Mini
RED DSMC2
Sony Venice, PMW-F55, HDC-P1, HDC-P43 & HDC-P50
Other cameras available upon request

Interchangeable Lens Options
Angenieux Optimo 12:1, 10:1 & Optimo wide zooms
Canon Cinema Series
Fujinon Premiere PL/Cabrio Series
Primes – Various
Arri 65 & Signature Primes
B4 mount ENG lenses (limited to payload compatibility) Other lenses available upon request

Helicopter/Airplane Mount Availability
AS 350/355
Bell 206/206L/407
Bell 505 EC-120
Robinson R44/R66
Cessna 172/206
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.

GSS Universal Lens Kit

For use with GSS Cinema Pro +, our universal lens kit allows user to install any lens in the field that is 0″-16″ in physical length. Refer to Cinema 520 Universal Lens Kit spec sheet for more details if needed.

Gyro-Stabilized C520 Cinema Production Camera Platform

  • Fast, engineered camera and lens changes.

  • 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