Chrosziel appoint Octica Professional as exclusive Distributor
Broadcast, film and professional video equipment distributor Octica Professional Ltd has proudly been appointed as the new UK & Ireland exclusive Distributor for all Chrosziel products, effective from 1 November 2009.
Chrosziel are established as the industry leader and innovator in the design and manufacture of MatteBoxes, sunshades, fluid zoom drives and lens controls, both manual and remote for film and video. All Chrosziel products are manufactured to the highest German engineering standards. Offering MatteBox solutions to suit all camera-lens combinations, Chrosziel has responded to public demand and now also offers ready to use, complete MatteBox kits for the most popular camera & lens set-ups. In today's fast paced marketplace of digital acquisition, Chrosziel has also expanded its product range to cover the RED and latest DSLR cameras. Octica will stock the full range of MatteBox kits as well as a wide variety of add-ons and accessories, providing customers with even faster film & video solutions and greater energy efficiency.
Spencer Doran, Director of Octica Professional said: "This is an exciting time for Octica. To be chosen to represent a prestigious manufacturer such as Chrosziel demonstrates that Octica is successfully maturing and affirms our independent and professional dealer orientated approach to distribution."
Chrosziel products complement Octica's current distribution portfolio that includes Bebob camera accessories, Reinhardt windshields and Omega batteries in the UK and Protech camera accessories and fibre optic studio solutions in the UK and Europe. Octica is actively looking to develop further distribution partnerships with existing and newer manufacturers seeking to re-establish or introduce their brands in the UK & Europe.
PROTECH & "NIPROS" arrives in Europe
Octica Professional Ltd has been appointed European distributor for all Protech products including the new PS-270VP Optical Fibre Studio System (Marketed under the NIPROS name in USA)
Japanese company PROTECH manufacture a diverse range of broadcast and professional video equipment all made to the highest Japanese standards and advanced technology.
Known in the USA as the "NIPROS/1 System" the PROTECH PS-270VP Optical Fibre Studio System will be available for shipping throughout Europe from September 2009 and complies with all CE, RoHs and all other electrical and environmental standards.
The PROTECH PS-270VP System is a professional video production tool that meets the ever increasing demand for affordable high definition (HD) production solutions. Coupled with a SONY PMW-EX3 the PS-270VP System adapts the camera for full studio operations and for multi-camera field productions, offering full 1920x1080 "HD" production allowing more facilities to change to economical High Definition production.
The Base Station has a full array of I/Os to cover all demands, from the fiber optic connection full 1920 x 1080 35Mps HD content can be transmitted for up to 2Km.
The PROTECH PS-270VP System can soon be seen in action at the forthcoming SONY Professional road-shows and other Star Events being held by SONY across Europe starting this summer.
Available for immediate shipping throughout Europe is the PROTECH ST- range of camera tripod base-plate and shoulder mount adapters.
ST-1 "PRESS SHOOTER" Tripod Base-Plate Adaptor
The Protech ST-1 "Press Shooter" is a tripod base-plate adapter that allows Sony, Panasonic & JVC MiniDV / HDV / EX sized cameras to be securely attached to full-size SONY (VCT-14) style tripod base-plates. The ability to mount a small camera to a larger tripod is a benefit when using a matte box and other lens accessories and also allows one-touch attachment and release.
| Product Code | Camera Compatibility |
| ST-1 | SONY: EX1/EX3, HVR-A1/Z1/Z5/Z7, DSR-170 Panasonic: AG-HVX, AG-HMC, AG-DVX |
VST-14 Full-Size Tripod base plate
The Protech VST-14 is an economical replacement full-size tripod base plate (SONY VCT-14) for use with the ST-1 and full-size SONY & Panasonic cameras.
ST-7 / ST-7J Shoulder Mount Adapters
The PROTECH ST-7/ST-7J shoulder mount adapters convert Sony EX1/EX3 and HVR-Z5/Z7 in to shoulder-mounted cameras, giving Balance and Stability, both feature industry standard V-Mount battery plates allowing cameras to be powered using regular V-Mount batteries such as the OMEGA Power System range DC in & out 4-Pin XLR connectors enable a camera to be powered via an AC Adapter, an on-board camera light or other accessory can be powered directly from the ST7/ST-7J. With an integrated ST-1 tripod adapter plate the ST-7/ST-7J can be securely attached to a standard "full-sized" Tripod Plate (Sony VCT-14/VCT-U14 or Protech VST-14). A side mounted array of 3 x BNC connectors gives the freedom to conveniently connect or remove cables.
| Product Code | Camera Compatibility |
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ST-7 ST-7J |
SONY EX1 / EX3 SONY HVR-Z5/Z7 |
Octica Professional Ltd is currently contacting dealers throughout Europe to establish sales channels to enable customers to buy PROTECH products locally, while we carry out this process please contact Octica directly with all product and order enquires.
Octica a leading light at Broadcast Video Expo 09
Exhibiting for the very first time, especially in the current economic climate, proved to be a resounding success. With a prime location site, the Octica stand attracted a high level of interest and positive comments, from visitors and exhibitors alike. This confirmed to us what we already knew; that we are distributors of the very best in quality and innovation.
Demonstrating the innovative Bebob LED-LUX40 & LUX-LED60 Studio / ENG Field lighting was an instant hit, resulting in an order for the LUX-LED60 from the BBC. Further enquiries and requests for demonstrations were also received from other broadcasters, rental companies and dealers. The LUX-LED40 / 60 is a revolutionary LED studio light system for use in the field, utilising regular camera batteries (V-Mount & Anton Bauer) which give efficient high brightness to low power consumption and allow cordless use, giving true mobility. Lightweight and emitting low heat, the 40 can be hand held or, as with the 60, can be mounted on any regular lighting stand. The technically advanced LEDs used allow Bebob to offer a 5 year warranty on all of its LED products.
The BVE Exhibition also saw the UK launch of the Omega Power System V-Mount battery range and this, like other products shown, was well received. Offering the widest range of capacities (95 - 190Wh), orders were received for complete power systems and also for the Omega O-V140C & Bebob COCO-EX-3 (V-Mount battery adapter for the Sony EX3) package. With its integral charger and high capacity the Omega O-V140C, combined with Bebob COCO-EX-3, is seen by existing and new owners of the Sony EX3 as the ideal and most efficient way to power their cameras.
Also on show was the full range of Reinhardt, Rololight and Schulze-Brakel products, which attracted much interest from visitors to the stand.
We would like to thank everyone that visited us and helped make the show such a success. Octica Professional will continue to bring you the very best in innovative and dynamic products from around the world and hope to see you at the next show!