BLACKMAGIC MICRO G1 & G2 - Mod Kit

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

I've been wanting to pick my old Micro back up for a while and you guys have given me the best reason to do it - thank you for all your hard work putting these mods and expansions together! Will be keeping an eye out for the OLPF and the other parts :D

[@AltCine]

Hey Rob, wow man!!! I feel honoured to see you here. It would be great if we could send you a filter. I don't want any promotion but would be awesome for it to feature in one of your vids. We're only doing limited batches but I could spare one for you 🙌🏾 Thank you for the comment.

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

@@AltCine I really appreciate that! Please let me know when they're available and I'll happily buy one! :) And I'd also be happy to feature both the phase one and OLPF in a video - been meaning to shoot a tutorial on one of the older BlackMagics for a little bit, I'm looking forward to it!

[@AltCine]

@@RobEllisCinematographer ahhh thanks Rob, really appreciate it. I'll definitely let you know when they're ready.

[@filmatura]

Im really glad we got to work together on this, the final turned out awesome!

[@AltCine]

Hey Tom, yes I'm glad too. Thanks for finessing this bro 🙌🏾

[@hyperbolicfilms]

It's not only amazing that you guys have made this, but that you're also making it so reasonably priced. I don't even have a BM camera, but I love watching what you're doing.

[@AltCine]

Thank you, I'm glad you're enjoying the content. We really just want people to enjoy their equipment without guilt of spending a lot of money.

[@ANamelessNetwork]

Got to support this guy. Being a micro user i fully understand how these small and large details factor into everyday shooting. These gadgets are going to be special, not to mention the tremendous effort you and your team are doing to support and aid us fellow filmmakers and creatives. Thanks for creating these affordable tools and cant wait to see what else is coming. :)

[@AltCine]

Thank you my brother, such kind words 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@RobertRussell.]

Every time you show the clips from the BSC Expo I alway get insanely proud of the M-Lite. It's such a great invention and I love that you get recognised for it in a place like that. I'm not a Blackmagic guy but I love to keep up with your journey. Keep it up and never stop 😎

[@AltCine]

Hey Robert, thanks man. Yeah the m-lite is definitely a thing you have to see in person to really appreciate it. I'm so proud of it because it started this whole new way of thinking about products.

[@chrisbogart687]

I have been waiting, Oh so long for this expansion Kit. I have already pre-ordered two of them Thanks. Keep up the good work.

[@AltCine]

Chris, that means so much to us man, feeling very blessed right now reading this. Prepare to get a lot of stares in public 😅

[@jdsmedia]

This is pretty great man, had not seen the final version of it. Looks legit, and very practical too. The little plates are the icing on the cake tbh. Very cool.

[@AltCine]

Hey Joel, thank you bro. Much appreciated

[@Ethanfondamediaproductions]

Dude I love this! Thanks so much for taking the time to make this. Im about to order two sets. Looking foward to getting the OLPF when that comes out!

[@AltCine]

Thank you Ethan, I'm really glad you like it. OLPF is released tonight 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@VietinghoffAlex]

Wooo!! It's finally here! I've been so pumped for this, definitely going to get one for my BMMCC and show it off to the world. Seriously amazing, game-changing work you guys are doing! Cannot wait for that OLPF filter 🤤

[@AltCine]

Hey Alex, thanks for supporting us bro, you're one of the kindest guys I've met on the internet and I hope we can shoot together one day. Yeah this filter is definitely the one 👌🏾

[@VietinghoffAlex]

@@AltCine that means a lot, likewise!!! I've never seen guys who are so creative, ingenious, and just DO IT and make things happen!

[@nicholasboule5134]

Love that people are noticing your hard work. Well designed look for sure

[@AltCine]

I appreciate that! Thank you

[@spuglyfuglet6328]

Wow just wow, was talking at an Oscar wining DoP!! on a film set in Jan this year and your kit came up in talking small cams. So your known man, your known

[@AltCine]

Oh man, that is amazing 😮 thank you for telling me this...made my day man 🙏🏾

[@Dane_Casperson]

Love what your doing here, thanks for putting all this work in on these camera mods :-)

[@AltCine]

Thank you and I really appreciate you leaving a comment.

[@DmitriFilms]

Really looking forward to the OLPF. The filter on my BMMCC is damaged and the RAWLITE filters are not cheap. Looking forward to you guys releasing it!

[@simon-altcinecam]

Its going to be out very soon, stay tuned.

[@FunnyGuyTimmy]

You know, I will always miss the M-Lite, which I think is still your masterpiece, but I love how simple this setup is and how it doesn’t require taking the camera apart. Great job.

[@AltCine]

Thanks Timmy, M-lite is coming back though....I'm just not involved in it. But yes, this setup is super simple.

[@VidHeadz]

I purchased this Expansion pack for my G2, after watching this vid. I even paid for it to be expedited. Im excited to get it in my hands. I Love the simplistic setup. I have the XLCS cage currently with it all rigged up but love to be able to interchange the setup. Gearing up to do a vid on the G2 and the image Im able to capture with it and will be able to show both setups as well. Congrats on your launch and business flow. It is greatly appreciated and needed in this space. Keep reaching for more my brother, the opportunities are endless to an open mind. In

[@trzarector]

I have to say ive always been passionate about the look of a rig. Great stuff dude.

[@AltCine]

You and me both bro. There's something about a good looking rig that just makes you want to pick it up and shoot. I kinda think it's like anything you have a fondness for...cars, motorbikes even a kitchen. Whatever your area, you want it to look and feel good. Thanks man

[@jamesandcamera]

You guys have done a really really great job on this! great work, I know how hard it is to design and produce camera gear. 10/10 thoughtfulness, structure and creativity in the design 👌

[@AltCine]

Thank you so much, this means a lot that you recognise what went into this.

[@kevin-haggerty]

I have said it befroe and I will sy it again. I love your skills, mindset, and your ideas coming to life. Helping us all have more ways to create is one thing, and making it affordable and stylish af is so awesome. Keep it going my friend!!

[@AltCine]

Ahhh Kevin, thank you brother...I really appreciate you man.

[@kevin-haggerty]

@@AltCine Always brother!! Well deserved!!

[@J.G.arspoetica]

I am speechless, not an easy task to achieve. You've got me there! A dream you're working on. Keep up THAT spirit together with your independence. That way, your creativity will stay and grow with you. Thank you very much, expanding the boundaries of product strategies that are burning wholes in our pockets. That way we'll be able to keep up with customer requests can adept to a variety of situations due to the modular design you are creating. On top of it, the gear fits in a tiny space, and we all can stay on a family friendly budget. Chapeau Sir!

[@AltCine]

Thank you J G, this is exactly what we're going for with this unit! It's tough times out there but that's no reason we can't have a little bit of joy without feeling guilty about it. Thank you for understanding this mission 🙏🏾

[@J.G.arspoetica]

@@AltCine 100% 🙏👍

[@mbarela82]

You, Simon and Tom are amazing. I really look forward to see what you come up with next!

[@AltCine]

Thank k you so much. There's a lot coming this month and April. The Sony x canon dual mount will be fun 😁

[@seebeforeyoubuy]

That mic pack hot shoe mount angle would be amazing for DJI mic system.

[@AltCine]

Absolutely man 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@bunglebear85]

Really really well done lads, genuinely fantastic stuff, you’re doing fantastic work for the filmmaking community. Much love x

[@AltCine]

Thank you so much 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@kiranbharadia]

This is one of the coolest things I have ever seen! I wish i had a Blackmagic just so i had a reason to get this. Honestly its extremely tempting to find a reason to get one now

[@LWJCarroll]

Cool to see, I guess the DIY screen is in the next video? Thanks. Laurie NZ.

[@AltCine]

Thank you. Tbh were having trouble with the screen and Blackmagic camera's. The screen is amazing on all other brands but on Blackmagic, it won't accept anything below 50fps. I think Blackmagic have done some weird refresh rate on all their cams because it doesn't matter what FPS you choose on other brands. We're still going to release it but BM users will have to think twice if they want to build one.

[@LWJCarroll]

@@AltCine mmm I wonder if they are doing some proprietary thing restricting it to their own monitor or liscenced ones?

[@AltCine]

@@LWJCarroll I don't think it's proprietary because they work with other monitors fine, it's just weird that that the hz or whatever it is changes with fps. It's a shame because this small monitor is a great solution for BM's and it's so cheap to make.

[@filmedbyMakarios]

We're here to support you all the way up! Good luck and keep creating! 🔥

[@AltCine]

Appreciate you my bro 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@raysville7256]

Phenomenal work, much continued success!

[@AltCine]

Thank you so much

[@jonagreyphoto]

You are a fkn G! 🙌🏽 What you guys are doing for the community and the culture is next level. Keen to support!

[@AltCine]

Thank you my bro, that's extremely kind of you. I'm so glad a lot of people are down with this modular way of thinking. Quick, easy, affordable 🙌🏾

[@tacticaljeep94]

I’ve been looking at the studio and wanting to see if you can make it into a compact cinema camera. I’m so glad to see it’s possible and thank you for making these parts! Looks like it is back on my radar.

[@AltCine]

Awesome man, thank you for the comment. It's important to know how people feel about this camera so I appreciate you taking the time.

[@AlpacoFilms]

This looks so badass!!! If I was using a Blackmagic Micro Cinema Camera this would be in my cart TODAY!

[@AltCine]

Hey Alpaco, hope all is well brother? Thank you so much man. I think it looks ready for 2024...fresh 😎

[@DoublewideCinema]

What you guys are doing is awesome. 🌞 respect ✊ Looking forward to the OLPF for my OG.

[@AltCine]

Thank you. Yeah won't be long for those .

[@genji5312]

I love it bro!!! It’s so refreshing seeing this amount of enthusiasm in this field and the ingenuity. I want to buy this but I can’t see myself buying the micro anytime soon, but I will send this video to friends who do have a micro 👌🏽 again, brilliant work. All the best to your future endeavours

[@AltCine]

Thank you bro, we're really proud of it. It's our simplest build but still one of our faves because it's very little fuss Appreciate your kind words and thanks for sharing too 🙌🏾

[@Happyh0b0]

Wow! Right out the gate with an absolutely banger drop. Really looking forward to the rest of 2024.

[@AltCine]

Awesome and glad you like it. 😎 thanks man I appreciate it.

[@AndyLSB]

I'm Honestly very impressed and want this mod so bad, I have different ideas on how to have it more secure and everything, in a rig, but I'm excited too for the next phase, the Neo... I know it's alot of work but please keep us posted ASAP ! you're changing the industry IMO, hats of to the team, really fantastic work, I would dare to say that if you make this back in aluminum, it'll sell to !

[@AltCine]

Hi Andy, would love to hear the ideas man. There's always room for improvement. Aluminium 🤔 not a bad idea at all! Yeah not long for NEO, definitely coming in April.

[@filmatura]

@@AltCine Aluminium 🤔 🤔 🤔

[@AltCine]

@@filmatura I'll pm you

[@seebeforeyoubuy]

Really fun watching the build and product development process❤

[@AltCine]

Thanks man. We never really include that stuff will do from now on 🙌🏾

[@Seel-Visuals]

Great work. Is there a Video on you monitor?

[@AltCine]

Thank you. The monitor is almost ready. Just testing a new LCD panel. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eprIknl9lL2Aoas

[@derrickberry3423]

Brilliant work Cole and crew!

[@AltCine]

Thank you brother

[@MEKAFILMS]

Mad props bro!

[@AltCine]

@@MEKAFILMS thank you

[@loudandclearmedia]

This looks so awesome. Perfect for a little travel cam setup. Well done.

[@AltCine]

Yep, you got it! So good to travel with, those quick shoots and just most things in general. Thank you so much.

[@jamesdonaldson47]

Amazing work guys!

[@AltCine]

Glad you like it!

[@robocoontv3245]

I was waiting for this Video all day long. amazing work guys and all that energy. If somebody gonna rip you off, I will be at your side to find them🤜🤛

[@AltCine]

Hey brother, you know I was talking about you in the community section. Really grateful for people like you 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@TheReelport]

Very neat! What about the missing SD Card in the G2? The slot in you teased before seemed really cool, any updates on that?

[@AltCine]

Thank you. Yeah we thought about the slot hard and we actually have an M2 enclosure that would work with it but then it limits people to what drive they can use.

[@TheReelport]

@@AltCine Yeah I see, people use Samsungs anyways. Or if you'd fit a custom M2 enclosure would be nice, but with SSDs overheating can be problematic. A USB port protection of some sort would be also fine maybe for starters :)

[@AltCine]

@@TheReelport ok gotcha. There's some people with a G2 who bought this kit and are going to share some images with me of their setups. Let me see what comes back and what can be done 👍🏾

[@rodmcfarlane1349]

This looks slick, when you started talking about looks of the camera being important I was almost going to disagree with you…but when I remember my BMMCC rig it was properly ghetto! Yours look ace and a really fair price for all the work you’ve put in. Almost wish I still had my micro…😢

[@AltCine]

Yeah it's hard to get these looking slick. If Blackmagic sorted out buttons and a slightly better design I think these would be a hit.

[@simon-altcinecam]

What a fun run of designing and prototyping! And Ohh myyy how much is there to come!

[@AltCine]

Yeah it's crazy seeing the first to the last. Thank you for all your hard work my brother 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@dreamsandrealms4581]

Are you using those "Tracking cameras" doing this video? There was in 15:08 camera movement when you pressed button.

[@AltCine]

Yes that's right, the obsbot air. Really handy for moving the camera around.

[@hazeoftdot]

Man, I missed the EOS M cine kit. I won't miss this one. Great job on this build.

[@AltCine]

Thanks man. There's an M-LITE upgrade in the works at the moment but I still hope you would get this mod kit too.

[@SupremeCinema901]

🔥🔥🔥🔥 best looking bmpcc I’ve ever seen..

[@AltCine]

Thank you, that means a lot man 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@corneliusdobeneck4081]

Aside the hassle setting the cam up if not using studio environment this is a much underrated camera. Don't know if I have use for the backend but the button is worth getting for sure. I do a lot of concert shots and good luck looking at the buttons while the stage is dimly lit. Quote: "Where is that cheap piece of rubbish?" What a beautiful day. :D

[@AltCine]

Very underated. I think if the buttons were top mounted a lot more people would look at it.

[@ongakuchan587]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 y'all crushin this mod bro! Might have to cop me a micro myself 😂

[@AltCine]

Ahhh thanks man, that means a lot 🙌🏾 RESPECT

[@DawahDigital]

This is such a good solution, well done bro

[@AltCine]

Thank you 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@SeezSantos]

@Altcine do you have a link for the MPF plate you are using in this demo?

[@AltCine]

Sure, it's this one here www.ebay.co.uk/itm/395087593159?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=17rgdoiorzi&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=6dpr8FPCQRi&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

[@AltCine]

It used to be on AliExpress but I can't find it there at the moment.

[@SeezSantos]

@@AltCinethank you!

[@valenciosmall1683]

I like what you have going, what I don't see is how to connect the recording media to the back

[@simon-altcinecam]

The original micro cinema camera records to an SD Card, the G2 record to external SSD’s like like T5 Samsung ones that you can mount to the back or to the side with the adapters that you can get for them.

[@mjgfromDDD]

Don't let these companies steal your ideas! Much love boss.

[@AltCine]

Absolutely my brother, absolutely. 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙏🏾

[@vaundelbrackin7548]

Please please please. I hope that you have patented/copyrighted your designs. If these big companies copyright your designs before you do they can stop you from making them.

[@AltCine]

Thank you and yes you're right...some very shady people out there. Yes we have some protection on our most important parts and lots of documentation that proves these are our creations.

[@horizontalmedia]

Literally just received my Micro camera g2 today and waiting for the cage from xlcs, might get your expansion later it's looking great!

[@AltCine]

Awesome. I'm going to order my own personal one soon. The XLCS cage is awesome and I was meant to show it in this vid but the video was already long.

[@horizontalmedia]

@@AltCine yes they are. I'm totally agree with you about the Blackmagic camera design, they have the worst design ever but at the same time they have the best user interface and great image quality and B RAW is just great codec . That is the sole reason I swapped my BMPCC 4K with the Micro camera g2, do you think Blackmagic ever going to make a box style camera?

[@sven_nergom]

Nice! Looking forward to the rest of the Micro-accessories! 🎉

[@AltCine]

Thank you. They'll be coming very soon.

[@seebeforeyoubuy]

Would be MOST amazing if you built a dummy battery into the unit so it wouldn't have any dangling wires between LP-E6 and your Sony NP adapter. Example at 17:47, if you turn on the power then it would power the LP-e6 camera dummy (built into your unit) for a cable free system

[@AltCine]

That would be great....not gonna lie. The thing is selling electronics is a bit tricky so the only way to do it would be to have them made custom, certified and in bulk. Can't really do that until you know what the demand is.

[@harishue8575]

Amazing stuff. We'll done .. looking forward into the upgrade soon.. thanks for all the tips.. really helpful.

[@AltCine]

Thank you, really appreciate it man.

[@generalschakal]

I love what you guys are doing! I don’t even own a Micro but I love your passion and I feel very inspired by what you guys are developing. Very exciting stuff. Are you guys thinking about selling merch as well? I really like your sweater with the Alt Cine Cam Logo

[@AltCine]

Really appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment and such a good one. Glad you like the jumper too but this one is a bit basic. I've got a new one in the works which I'd like to be made available soon. I'll be wearing it in April on the Blackmagic Neo video 😁

[@generalschakal]

@@AltCine Nice :)

[@KriittinenUusinta]

Nice work, love your enthusiasm. The price is ridiculously low considering that you people don't have massive production lines

[@AltCine]

Thank you so much. Yeah it's low but I seriously think about how much I would love to see a mod for a decent price that's actually useable. I think if it makes me excited then I'm sure it's the same for others. As long as we can cover production costs with a few bucks spare for more projects then it's all good.

[@greentokyo]

I'm really interested in the roll cage/wing grip! One of the worst problems about the Micro G2 is that the SDI ports and even the bottom 1/4 20 plate get scorching hot when recording! I've had some painful moments while hand holding the camera! I've definitely been looking for a lightweight way to cover them up without buying a full cage. I hope your solution does that!

[@AltCine]

I didn't know this as I haven't had much time with G2 so thanks for pointing this out. The metal will definitely dissipate the heat but I don't know how much. That's a really interesting issue but I can see why it happens.

[@tubeman1983]

It's looking great! I look forward to the OLPF and IR cut solution 👍👌😊

[@AltCine]

Thank you so much. Yeah the filter is really good. At the moment we can only do about 20 a month so hopefully that will suffice until the need for them dies down.

[@tubeman1983]

@@AltCine Perfect! I want to buy the micro studio camera 4k G2 but I want to see what all the options are before I do. Will those filters be easy to install at home? By the way, you guys should think about making a VND solution too 😃👍👌 keep up the good work 👌

[@AltCine]

@@tubeman1983 no probs bro. Yeah pretty easy, only 4 screws and remove/replace O-ring. There will be a installation video up this month.

[@tubeman1983]

@@AltCine Terrific! Thanks 🙏:)

[@mariosanosan]

also with a litle mod you can add extra buttons to it and transfer the controls to a side pannel

[@AltCine]

We're leaving that for phase 2 & 3 😁

[@klaustrussel]

What a LEGEND!! 🙏🏻🤩

[@AltCine]

Thank you 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@andylikeswords]

Ive got 3 built out for my mobile podcast studio already, but honestly I am gonna get this expansion pack for the buttons mod alone 😂 the flat buttons drive me crazy.

[@AltCine]

Haha yes, perfect studio cam but the buttons are insane. If you have access to a 3d printer you can download the button stl for free at altcinecam.com

[@Laboratory_films]

I am following this project very closely but I was wondering if you had considered adding camera controls/ buttons to your expansion? When the Micro Cinema Camera came out people were making their own rudimentary control boxes. One of them I saw was really tiny and looked really neat. Seems like your expansion could fit the wiring, and go in place of one of those side panels. I'd be all over it if you did that.

[@AltCine]

Hi, yes we have considered that and can do it. We just need to gauge interest first though 👍🏾

[@Laboratory_films]

@@AltCine Well put me down as very interested! Thanks. Love the work.

[@AltCine]

@@Laboratory_films awesome and thank you. Really appreciate it man

[@dimitrimoonlight]

The custom backpack is nice idea but I'm concerning battery heat dissipation.

[@simon-altcinecam]

We tought about it when designing and did some tests and thats something you don’t have to worry about. Its a 7.4 battery mostly around 2k mAh, the max power consumption of the camera is still way less than what the battery could output so the heat produced is really small.

[@AltCine]

Yes, as Simon said.... everything is tested. During the prototyping stage I use them every day, everywhere for this very reason.

[@MrIanWebb]

I love what you're doing man! Seems like a great run-and-gun rig!! Do you have any footage from your BM Micro G2 online?

[@AltCine]

Thank you. I actually don't have my G2 yet. I will have have it soon but that's only for more testing. I'm currently enjoying the G1 too much.

[@onleee]

which smallrig item is this at 6:07 ? awesome video! keep up the good work g!

[@AltCine]

Thanks man, Have a look here instagram.com/reel/C5n6YCDILUl/?igsh=MXc5dDVpeDk2bXMyMQ==

[@onleee]

@@AltCine amazing! is this out now? 😍

[@AltCine]

@@onleee I'm having a bit of a decision crisis at the moment because of the record button. It's easier just to remove the button hole and release the wing grip. There will be an update video in about 2 weeks Ann will cover all details including ordering.

[@onleee]

@@AltCine oh I can only imagine :D but yeah sounds good! id be stoked bout it without the rec button as well. especially the wing design is king.

[@AaronTYang]

This is really awesome! I also wonder if there's any chance you guys can do a waist level or a small monitor like every mirrorless camera has? I believe there are a ton of people would love the small profile rig that can be carried around everyday, thanks!

[@AltCine]

Hi, thank you so much. Yeah I agree with you about the monitor, that's why we started making them. They aren't fancy but have very high nit screens and can be assembled at home with no soldering etc. We're also doing an evf too for the very reasons you stated. I'm doing a video on the monitors early April.

[@enjumaru2847]

Your mod is so amazing! I would love to see a mod like blackmagic in this video with sigma fp

[@AltCine]

Thank you. We hope to be able to afford an FP soon so we can work on it.

[@thomasjmcclure]

I have a micro on its way! gonna have to get my hands on one of these! looks great.

[@AltCine]

Awesome. It's so good that people are getting micro's. G1 or G2?

[@thomasjmcclure]

@@AltCine im mainly getting one to try binding a cool rig with one lol. also, id say bump up the price! that's a lot of work, and id imagine there will be plenty of interest!

[@AltCine]

@@thomasjmcclure awesome. Whatever rig you build, please try the buttons... they're a game changer. We can't raise the price 😁 we set out with one specific goal and that was to make cool rigs that you don't have to feel guilty about. Honestly we have tons of ideas for projects and each one will bring in a little funds. I know it sounds corny but we aren't really interested in money per say, it's all about doing what we love.

[@MrInnovativeMusic]

I’m going to be picking one up forsure

[@AltCine]

Awesome. Thank you

[@trzarector]

Exactly. I fell in love with rigging when I got my mk1 BMPCC (I love the image out of that), I’m not so much in the camera world at present but occasionally dip my toe in to see what’s happening. All the best with the products. Looking real good! 🤌🏾

[@AltCine]

Thank you man. This is it...just because we take time out, it doesn't mean we shouldn't indulge every now and again. It can be done on a limited budget.

Great work. Wonder if would be possible to mod it to integrate connections and controls from the expansion port.... Been wanting to build something like that on mine, I know the electronics, build a couple of controllers but new learned the 3D printing to create that back.

[@AltCine]

Thank you, we had this exact idea recently. We think the best way is to build a custom attachment that screws on the top. The question is...do we make it a new housing for the existing CGpro controller or do something fresh?

@@AltCine In my original ideia, wanted to build a Back like yours, but with all the possible electronics from the expansion port and even with audio controls on the left side, breaking the stereo audio-in in two mono channels. The last controller I built, i've put 4 buttons for faster adjustment of the WB, Shutter, ISO or any other setting I need to use, have a power in to use bigger batteries and a Lanc Connector so I'm able to use a URSA side handle for REC and Focus.

@@AltCine I Like the CGpro controller, but never bought it because of the ergonomics. I could build something like that. Would prefer something like yours but with electronics.

[@AltCine]

Can you dm me on Instagram @altcinecam so we can talk properly.

[@RICKYSERTV]

I’m so hyped for this project

[@AltCine]

Thank you mate

[@NEVERAGAIN007]

Brother you are a literal genius!!! You are a welcome ray of sunshine in this overpriced, tech-laden industry. Thanks a million brother. This design is straight 🔥!!!!!

[@AltCine]

Thank you my brother, I really appreciate that. Yeah man, I'm tired of spending all my money on stuff that's never quite complete. We can change it easily without cutting corners and just make things look good and original 🙌🏾

[@NEVERAGAIN007]

@@AltCineoh yes I also wanted to let you know if you ever need music for anything I make my own and It would be a pleasure to make you any genre. I do it pro bono because that’s my way of currency. We share and build in the invisible worlds.

[@AltCine]

@@NEVERAGAIN007 mate, can you add me on Instagram please and drop me a message @altcinecam

[@NEVERAGAIN007]

@@AltCine Yes.

[@uniworkhorse]

These custom rigs are so cool to see

[@AltCine]

Thank you. Yes definitely something different and I really like that. We had to have the custom panels just so people can go a little further in personalising it for themselves.

[@13StopsPocketFilms]

Simply amazing!!! 🫡

[@AltCine]

Thank you 🙌🏾

[@lewisjamesmedia9072]

I love this mate, nice work!!!!!

[@AltCine]

@@lewisjamesmedia9072 thank you 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@SeezSantos]

First thing I’m buying after I purchase the G2!

[@AltCine]

Awesome 😎🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@SeezSantos]

@@AltCinedo you have a link for the MPF plate your using ?

[@AltCine]

@@SeezSantos I only have an eBay UK link because I can't find them on AliExpress anymore. Any npf will work though. www.ebay.co.uk/itm/395087593159?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=17rgdoiorzi&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=6dpr8FPCQRi&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

[@SeezSantos]

@@AltCine thank you! Love your work!

[@DeanHarringtonimages]

Brilliant... food for thought!

[@SuperRexProductions]

Man! This is incredible!!

[@AltCine]

Thank you so much

[@SuperRexProductions]

@@AltCine can’t wait to see what else you guys do! Any plans on doing anything with the original 2.5k Cinema Camera?

[@wissamvision]

Congratulations. It's a worthy contendor to the Komodo (box form factor & handles). Be mindful if you're registering the Phase ONE name to avoid troubles with the Phase One camera brand!

[@AltCine]

I'm so glad you said this because there's a Komodo x build that I really love and it was my inspiration for this build. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qam9qmWOadSfmrssi=Fh22YekgTfZqkclW

[@ShazammtheProducer]

Thank you sir for the work you guys do. im buying one of these for sure

[@AltCine]

That is so good to hear. We really appreciate everyone who's supporting this little mod movement 🙏🏾

[@TaedeMathis]

Bro as you say it AMAZING!!!

[@AltCine]

Thank you so much 😀

[@johnbuckman2441]

What's your solutoin for powering the camera? It would have to be through a dummy battery cable running in to another battery? If this thing had passive power into a battery mount on the back it would be insanely cool. havinga cable running from the back to the top takes away from some of the cleanliness IMO. Great work though.

[@AltCine]

There's a few different ways of powering in this video but funny enough, the first version I made included an 18650 slot. I always meant to have that as a final version but too much red tape to jump through regarding electronics. Might do another next year when not so busy.

[@billyoung9538]

I hadn't commented on this when it came out, but just wanted to say this is a very interesting mod kit. I kind of wish there was an internal cable/wire management holder for a NPF to LP-E6 adapter cable to reside in. Perhaps if it existed behind the side plates. That way there isn't a wire between the two. Personally I was hopping this was going to go the route of the Cheesey Cam mode where the back had an integrated NPF to LP-E6 system, but that clearly would have driven up the price. This mode kit definitely interests me to a degree, but it won't really integrate well with my existing smallrig cage. So the thing I'm most interested in is the OLPF. I can't wait for that.

[@AltCine]

Hey Billy, yes this won't work with the Smallrig cage as you rightly pointed out. Cages weren't available for such a long time and they were also very expensive. The only option G1 & G2 owners have right now is XLCS which is a quality product. We just want maximum affordability, quick to install and no complex parts. Rigging with a cage is absolutely fine and would be better in some cases but can easily drive up the price. We know that it won't be for everyone....that's impossible but we're truly happy with what this kit can do. The funny thing is, we got 2 cages with 2 of the micro's but I sold them because I don't like the size, weight and makes it harder to get to the buttons.

[@billyoung9538]

@@AltCineIt's all cool, and honestly I'm happy there is a resurgence in attention to the micros thanks in part to the new micro studio 4k g2. I personally and using a One little remote light along with it's expansion port breakout box. Between the two I have access to all major functions at my finger tips, bluetooth control of both the camera and various aspects of some MFT lenses, and I have access to the LANC port and use the URSA handle. I never managed to get a power solution that made me happy. The two that interested me the most were the RADIOPROEKTOR and the Mr Cheesycam variant. Sadly both were out of production by the time I was ready to buy them, and I was to uncomfortable building a cheesycam mod on my own. I was hoping this back was going to work for me, but what I really want is something that adapts the LPE6 to a battery in as short a distance as possible and is compatible with my cage so that when I throw it on a gimbal it isn't going to wack the rear motor as it swings, and keeps the over all shape elegant and clean. ;) Given you have the OG micro cinema camera there still is the CGPRO remote as an alternative way to control the camera from a distance, but they aren't as clean as the one little remotes were.

[@AltCine]

@@billyoung9538 definitely all good brother and it's good to hear from other micro users and how they adapt rigs. I could listen to you all day on solutions....I know it's just a camera but I love to shoot, it's when the camera becomes a chore that I don't want to shoot. I'm actually thinking about making a new breakout box at some point but we will see. I'm having one of micro's completely rebuilt into a proper cine cam and like you, I'll use the Ursa grip. Thanks for all the insights and I will definitely look up the box's you mentioned. The only reason it might take long is because I'm only producing the stuff I need so it's not a business/money thing but let's see.

[@billyoung9538]

@@AltCine I'd try to share more info with potentially helpful links, but it seems they are getting blocked or removed from youtube. Anyhow RADIOPROEKTOR has an ARRI style rosette that I think should fit the XLCS cage front bottom right as it seems to be very similar to the smallrig cage I have in that area. That's what I use to hold the URSA handle.

[@AltCine]

@@billyoung9538 yeah I had to turn off links because I ran a giveaway and some crooks posted a link and told people they'd won. I'll look that up for sure

[@aregal]

This is really cool!

[@AltCine]

Thank you man

[@ElijahTichborne]

absolutely amazing humans! people like this are rare.

[@AltCine]

Thank you so much 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@bhassel]

Do all the phases add together? I really regret getting into this too late for the M-lite. My EOS M sure could use that mod! I've been thinking about the Black Magic 4k lately. I guess I'll have to look at the G2

[@AltCine]

Hey, no they're separate. Filmatura are releasing the m-lite again though

[@science830]

Would you mind sharing your micro rig details? was trying to figure out what monitor you're using and how you got the nitze handles moounted and stuff.

[@AltCine]

Hi, the monitor is DIY monitor that we're bringing out soon. It's a low cost basic monitor. The cage I'm using is coming in part 3. I explained in the video that we've made 2 cages for the micro and will be showing off the final versions later this month.

[@SimoBenziane]

This is exactly what I was looking for, is there a way to screw the rear one to the camera? I want to use it as an action cam

[@AltCine]

The best way to fully lock it is with a tripod plate on the bottom. It'll probably have to be a fullsize arca swiss though.

[@ArriOG-ve9tq]

again, this is crazy good !!!! was just wondering how much the shipping would cost to France ? thx, cheers

[@AltCine]

Thanks. I don’t think it’ll be that much. Uk is the only problem because we’re not in eu

[@MoBuMaster]

wow that's an awesome idea! cool stuff!

[@AltCine]

Thank you, much appreciated

[@cinemaipswich4636]

I have the original BMD Micro 4k, and paired it with a Focus Assist 4K, and took it on the road. It was clunky and appalling in low light, but it worked. That was 6 years ago, when no 4K cameras were cheap and available. I still have them, and they still work flawlessly. Now they are blog cam and monitor, attached to a BMD 4K capture card in my PC, with 1080p backup on the FA, and 2 channels of flawless audio. Do you have 6 year old tech that does that? From 2 things that old? Since then I have the Pocket 4K and no complaints there. BMD make good gear.

[@rawspring]

wow, GREAT WORK, EVOLUTION 🔥🔥🔥

[@AltCine]

Thank you, yes EVOLUTION 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@philpritchard5173]

Great job. Agreed the SLR's are grt lenses.

[@AltCine]

Thank you Phil. Yes I bought the 12mm hyperprime and instantly fell in love and bought the whole set of microprimes 🙈

[@jena1821]

So you mean it is compatible with the old one as well?! Amazing!

[@AltCine]

Yeah, it was actually designed for the old one as that's my favourite....the image is wonderful. It just so happens that the G2 is pretty much the same so it will fit. Thank you

[@MedicMediaProductions]

Awesome dude! Love the growing interest for expansion packs. I run a Sony Fx30 any interest in mods for that camera?

[@AltCine]

Thank you. I did have some mock ups for an fx6 style cam but Caleb bought out that cineback thing so I didn't bother. Although mine was a quick release system I decided to move on.

[@Damien-og6sk]

great work guys!

[@AltCine]

Thank you Damien

[@ThomasDeWeerdt]

This is great, will pre-order one! Do you know a NP-F plate that would work without a dummy battery, but straight to the 12V-power connector?

[@simon-altcinecam]

Every NP-F plate that has a 12v output will work on the 12V power input.

[@danielepiatti9812]

Great video, great product!

[@AltCine]

Thank you