OConnor intro’s Mattebox for Digital Cinematography

Constructed of OConnor’s proprietary rugged composite, the sunshade is lightweight yet substantially stronger and more impact-resistant than existing units. This translates to fewer sunshade replacements arising from the rigors of professional production environments.

The O-Box WM is the first commercially produced mattebox to have integrated handgrip interfaces. While traditionally operators have used the sunshade as a handle, this precarious handling is remedied by OConnor’s O-Grips that can be conveniently attached directly to the O-Box support cage in three locations: camera left, right or bottom center. The bottom center position is particularly useful for small setups such as with HDSLR cameras. That’s when the O-Grips can turn into a pistol-style grip for the operator’s right hand while the follow focus handwheel is in their left.

The O-Box WM can be clamped directly onto lenses with outer diameters of 150mm or less, and can also be supported by the removable 15mm LWS rod bracket. Studio 15mm and 19mm mounting options are also possible via industry standard adapters.

The O-Box WM Kit includes: the WM Mattebox including the Wide Mini Sunshade made of proprietary composite material with two stages; front fixed/ rear rotatable 360 degrees, two top-loading 4x4” filter frames, two 4x5.65” size filter frames and a provision for a third 138mm filter, top flag and mounting bracket. To prepare for any configuration, OConnor offers optional items including: Side flags, retaining brackets, a bottom bracket and flag. Another handy accessory is the universal mask set that clips into place within the sunshade. Popular bellows step-down rings to 80mm are also available.

About OConnor

Pioneering fluid head and tripod innovator OConnor has been the choice of top cinematographers since its invention nearly 60 years ago by Chad O’Connor of OConnor Engineering. Known for their hallmark smooth feel, consistent reliability, and cinematographer-friendly features, OConnor’s award-winning fluid heads offer maximum control and stability for film-style cinematography. Today’s support line includes the Ultimate range of fluid heads and Cine HD carbon-fiber tripods. With the 120EX OConnor introduced the flagship of its new series of EXTENDED CAPACITY fluid heads—the EX range. OConnor’s new 2575D fluid head continues the legacy of the industry standard – the Ultimate range of fluid heads for cine and digital cameras. The new camera accessory line will offer a range of camera tools for high-end cinematography applications.
Along with five other leading brands in the broadcast industry, OConnor is part of Camera Dynamics Inc., which in turn is part of the Vitec Group of companies.