2011Video Assist and Video Accessories forum
Handheld director's monitors for SD video transmission and battery options
15 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- The Camos monitor from Cramped Attic has proven reliable in long-term field use and supports BNC input/output pass-through connectivity.
- Small Sony-style batteries can be adequate for the Camos when used in SD only mode, though larger batteries provide better runtime and can double as backup power for other equipment.
- Anton Bauer batteries last through a full working day with the Camos but require a separate charging system.
- Low-cost replacement antenna solutions can be found at consumer electronics retailers as backups when primary equipment is damaged.
- Adding a sun hood improves monitor visibility in bright outdoor conditions.
- The Camos receiver performs reliably for HD-to-remote transmission when paired with external modulators.
- Monitors without removable batteries limit flexibility during extended shoots but reduce overall weight and battery management complexity.
Depends on
- This discussion dates to 2011 and reflects SD and early HD workflows; modern 4K and wireless monitoring options may supersede these solutions.
- The low-cost third-party monitor mentioned lacks removable batteries and performs poorly in daylight without additional shading.
- No direct technical comparison data between Camos and the Nebtek Haier model is provided in the thread.
- Statements about battery life and runtime are anecdotal rather than measured.
- One poster mentioned a five-year track record, but this represents a single user's experience with one unit.
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