Cinema Mini 512EX - Gen 2

 

Introducing Gen2: The Cinema Mini 512EX just got a whole lot BOLDER.

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.

 

Learn all about the new features of Gen 2.

 

GSS CTO Steve Rudolph in the field with Jon Riley, Cinematographer, GSS Owner, and Founder of Out in Space Studios (www.outinspacestudios.com).

 
 

  • Swap cameras and lenses on the fly in a jiffy

  • Crank away in the field with perfectly stabilized imagery thanks to new tuning profiles and heavy duty gears

  • “Just right” zoom with faster FIZ motors

  • Eliminate dust with encased Revolva

  • Travel light with everything you need in three light cases

 
 
 

UPGRADE: El-Gear-O

The heavy duty “El-Gear-O” replaces the previous version of this gear. This hearty gear is larger, stronger and provides substantial resilience amidst a rough and tumble atmosphere.

 
 
 
 
 

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

Product Accessories

Cinema Mini Baggage Case

rain deflector

power distribution unit

video breakout box

ground power supply

fiber video cable

hand controller cable

power cable

Schneider optics snout glass

nd filter

cinema hand controller

fiz remote

snout cover

aircraft battery disruption unit

vibration iso (taper)

vibration iso (universal)

mitchell mount adapter

R44 Mount

R66 Mount

Portable gimbal stand for all GSS gimbal configurations accessibility and maintenance

spider stand

GIMBAL LEGS

 

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.

camera & lens configuration

  • All weights are shown in pounds.