Makayama Movie Mount for iPad 2

September 22, 2011 • Written by Michael Nease • 4 Comments Latest News

Any filmmaker who owns an iPad 2 has, like myself, probably wanted to use that built in 720p camera more than they have. But the biggest problem with the thing is that it’s incredibly awkward to use. Unlike shooting video with the iPhone 4, the iPad 2 requires use of both hands, doesn’t respond well in low light, and has sub-par audio recording at best. Well, things are about to change.

Makayama has introduced the Movie Mount for iPad 2, an innovative camera mount which adds 10 new features onto your iPad 2:

  1. Attach a tripod for stable shots, pan & tilt camera movements. Standard screwfitting.
  2. Use 37 mm conversion lenses, such as wide angle and zoom*. Such as: US / EU
  3. Slide on-the-fly between the built-in lens and the conversion lens.
  4. Use shotgun microphones for better sound (requires splitter cable). Such as: US / EU
  5. Use an optical viewfinder to shoot in bright sunlight. Such as: US / EU
  6. Use a video light for better performance in low light. Such as: US / EU
  7. Easier iMovie editing, with a 9 degrees working angle.
  8. The mount allows your iPad to stand upright and be used as monitor.
  9. The free Movie Mount iPad app allows you to manually control video recording
  10. Fully compatible with Smart Cover.

The mount is currently available for Pre-Order at $69.95 US / 49.95 EUR from their site, and only includes the case (Lenses, tripod, microphone, lights etc. are not included with the purchase). They do however offer a complementary iPad app for free in the iTunes store!

Here’s a quick demo video that the folks at Makayama put together for the mount:

Movie Mount (AppStore Link) Movie Mount
Developer: Vincent Verweij
Rated: 4+
Price: free VIEW IN APP STORE
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Michael Nease

Michael is a Los Angeles based filmmaker who is constantly trying to find new ways to streamline production workflows while satisfying his addictions to new technologies.

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jmac

I have just purchased the Movie mount , Sorry I have to disagree I don't know what you expect for $60 But I am very happy with it , as for the on off switch mine is is easy to get too through the lens aperture slot and the whole thing will be sitting on top of a tripod hows it going to get bumped hard enough that will break it. if that happens it will all be sitting in a heap on the floor

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bpmore

FYI - Support's reply to me asking what lenses would work...Dear Customer,We have tested with :Cokin 2x zoomlenshttp://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/446841-REG/Cokin_CR76037_R760_37mm_Tele_200.htmlHAMA 0.5x wide-anglehttp://www.collectiblecameras.com/product.php?productid=163872&cat=2&page=1Polaroid 3,5x zoom lenshttp://www.amazon.com/Polaroid-Studio-3-5x-Super-Telephoto/dp/B004616CYWThey all fit, however the Polaroid has strong vignettinghttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VignettingHaving said that, I would strongly advise you to go to you local photo/videostore and try a couple of different lenses before you buy them. We can'tguarantee upfront that every lens fits. Also some lenses will have morevignetting or distortions then others.best regards,

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bpmore

I would like to echo the above comments. I tried a Sony lens and the lens that came with my Owle Bubo and slot isn't wide enough for either of them. I've contacted support asking for information on what specific lenses will work.

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sidd f

Purchased one and very disapointed. For $60 USD I expected way mor. The thing feels really cheap and breakable. I expected ruberized plastic for this kind of money. The slot for the wide angle lens is wide enough to accept a lens I tried 2 sony lens' and would not fit. The iPad on off switch is covered so you have to remove the cover to access the on off button. The hot shoe feel cheap like it will break if a shot gun mic is bumped. Great idea very poorly executed and way way over priced.

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