Photography, Film and Video GRIP-GEAR
In North America, a “grip” is a technician responsible for lighting and rigging and on film sets, grips belong to their own department directed by the key grip. There are two main functions when it comes to grips, one is to provide camera support, especially cameras mounted on dollies, cranes, or even ladders and some grips actually operate the camera dolly or crane. The other function of a grip is to help the electrical department on lighting set-ups.
Grips are often called upon to provide “passive fill” light, or bounced light to help provide fill light to a subject and sometimes grips must provide “negative fill,” or the subtraction of light with black panels, screens or fabrics. When it comes to the United Kingdom, Australia and most parts of Europe, grips focus more on camera mounting and support with less emphasis on lighting.
Here at Sunbounce, our “GRIP=GEAR” focuses on support of your photography, film, and video lighting gear, plus the ability to secure any gear or accessories as required, to meet your lighting needs with Sunbounce scrims, reflectors, WIND-KILLER, SUN-SWATTERS, SUN-CAGES and more; plus your light stands. We are your key grip department’s supply house for your lighting needs when it comes to Sunbounce products.
GRIP HEAD ENTERPRISE
GRIP HEAD SWATTY DUO
Suitable for all SUNBOUNCE reflectors. The unique design ensures a secure hold without damaging the thin tube walls.
• One ENTERPRISE for two tube diameters (22 mm and 25 mm)
• Made from high-grade aluminium
• Long clamps ensure a safe hold
ATTENTION:
Only use “SWATTYS” for your SUN-SWATTER, please!
The SWATTY is the unique, flexible connection between the SUN-SWATTER and the BOOM-STICK or a tripod.
• In gusty, turning winds, the SUN-SWATTER can easily can easily flip over, thus the special construction of the SWATTY will avoid damage to the system. The special construction of the SWATTY will allow the SCREEN to flip over wth strong, moving winds.
• Simple, lightweight and convenient
• The GRIP HEAD SWATTY DUO is suitable for two sizes: MINI/PRO (22 mm) and BIG (25 mm).
BOOM-STICK for MINI
The extendable pole BOOM-STICK for SUN-BOUNCER MINI & SUN-SWATTER MINI (1 riser) brings shade to where it’s needed.
Specifications: Maximum extension length: 219cm / 7.1ft
Transport length: 108cm / 3.54ft
Connection: 5/8 spigot
Outdoors or in other windy environments the USABLE LENGTH is dependent on the weather conditions! Thinnest extension for angle adjustment only.
BOOM-STICK for MINI+PRO
The extendable pole BOOM-STICK for SUN-BOUNCER MINI+PRO / SUN-SWATTER PRO (2 risers) brings shade to where it’s needed.
Specifications
Maximum extension length: 319 cm / 12.56″
Transport length: 118cm / 4.65″
Connection: 5/8 spigot
Outdoors or in other windy environments the USABLE LENGTH is dependent on the weather conditions! Thinnest extension for angle adjustment only.
BOOM-STICK HEAVY-DUTY for PRO+BIG
FOUR SECTIONS/ Three Risers
Solid Aluminium cast tube housing
Solid Steel bushing for Srews
Aluminum cast Screw-Handles
Two 230mm Hand-Warmers for exceptional comfort
- Base Tube: 35mm / 1.38″ diameter
- First Riser: 30mm / 1.18″ diameter
- Second Riser: 25mm / .984″ diameter
- Adjustment Riser: 25mm / .984″ diameter
- Wall-Thickness: very unusual 1.5mm / .059″ finest Aluminum
- Usable length without Adjustment Riser: 283cm / 9ft 2″
- Adjustment Riser: 22cm / 8.67″
- Total usable Length: 305cm / 10ft
Outdoors or in other windy environments the USABLE LENGTH is dependent on the weather conditions! Thinnest extension for angle adjustment only.
You think you can’t hold lights and reflectors over a long period of time? Think again. Learn in only 60-seconds how the professional grips do it with a nice tool that does all the work for you.
BOOM SUPPORT
The famous combat belt for deep-sea fishing is a grip’s best friend!
• The ideal carrying support for the SUN-SWATTER’s long-term use
• Comfortable and simple
• For SUN-SWATTER MINI, PRO and BIG
SANDBAG KIT
Kit Includes four sandbags and one sandbag adapter.
When you use a sandbag adapter, up to three sandbags can be firmly attached to a tripod or light stand. The sandbags no longer slide down the tripod or stand legs and the tripod or stand remains in a stable position – even in a strong wind. Perfectly controlled light at all times!
Did you know that today’s saddle-shaped sandbags were developed in Hollywood 80 years ago? They were put onto the so-called C-Stand legs, which enabled the horizontal positioning of the sandbags, just like a saddle onto a horse’s back. Today, modern tripod or light stand legs are normally sloped and nobody really knows where to put the sandbags, so people try and squeeze them onto the legs’ crossbars. Everybody has experienced this: more often than not you end up with injured knuckles. Sand is not included.
SANDBAG ADAPTER
This special ADAPTER for SANDBAGS allows keeping three SANDBAGS simultaneously in position where the weight is needed – as far to the outside as possible.
For greatest stability, the sandbags need to hang on the outside of the tripod legs.
• Firm stability, even in strong wind
• Firm stability, even when it is shaking
• No slipping
• Holds up to 50 kg or 110 lbs !!!
SCREEN SAVER
Secure your light stand professionally.
For 15 kg or 33 pounds of sand*.
The incredibly stable pro SANDBAG is secured with two separate chambers and with the unique double Velcro fastener. Sand cannot escape.
With the optional SANDBAG ADAPTER* the SANDBAG hangs on the lamp tripod’s legs – exactly where the weight is needed.
• Can easily be filled and emptied for transport.
• Best “ballistic nylon”
• Twin chamber system with double Velcro fastener guarantees highest reliability.
*Sand not included – supplied without adapter.
WATER-BOTTLE SANDBAG
The “WATER-BOTTLE SANDBAG” is THE solution when there‘s no sand nearby. Three supermarket bottles of water (2 litres each) make 6 kg or 13.2 pounds of weight! And after the shooting you can drink the water.
To quickly secure your tripod or light stand. Made of super-sturdy ballistic nylon. The travel sandbag for locations without sand.
For all tripods and light stands! You travel with only small, light, yet super-sturdy bags. Secure, quick and uncomplicated.
BUNGEE-SNAKES
As soon as you hold it in your hand, 1,000 other uses will come to mind. You can use it over and over again. When gusts of wind tear at screen and frame you will notice how smart the BUNGEE-SNAKES are. They function like shock absorber against the wind. They are probably the best fastening system you have ever held in your hand.
• No knots.
• The unique adjustment system ensures a secure hold in every position.
• Can be re-adjusted in small steps at any time.
• A simple, small jerk and the connection is released.
“THIRD-HAND” BELT CLIP
When you need a third hand. Perfect for SUN-MOVER, SUN-BOUNCER MINI and MICRO-MINI.
• No longer carry your reflectors and diffusors in your hand.
• This clip lends you an additional hand.
• The frame easily “plops” into the THIRD-HAND BELT-CLIP.
• The THIRD-HAND BELT-CLIP for your belt.
TUNING-CLIP PRO
To quickly and easily fasten fabrics to a reflector, with no cutting and no sewing.
Light can be “tuned“ just like engines can be “tuned“. It is easy with the SUNBOUNCE system, and it does not cost much. You just need a few TUNING-CLIPS and suitable fabric remnants. Cut or tear it to a size somewhat bigger than your SUNBOUNCE frame and plop the material to the frame with the TUNING-CLIPS. You will have lots of fun playing with the light as you can do a lot with it. Never accept any light as given – always create your own light. Your customers will thank you for it.
TUNING-CLIP BIG
To quickly and easily fasten fabrics to a reflector, with no cutting and no sewing.
Light can be “tuned“ just like engines can be “tuned“. It is easy with the SUNBOUNCE system, and it does not cost much. You just need a few TUNING-CLIPS and suitable fabric remnants. Cut or tear it to a size somewhat bigger than your SUNBOUNCE frame and plop the material to the frame with the TUNING-CLIPS. You will have lots of fun playing with the light as you can do a lot with it. Never accept any light as given – always create your own light. Your customers will thank you for it.
DOUBLE-TUBE CONNECTOR (22MM)
The perfect hinge for all SUNBOUNCE poles to connect several frames.
• The DTC links two poles to one another just like a hinge.
• Two reflectors connected like a “V” create all new light.
• Make a changing booth from three reflectors.
DOUBLE-TUBE CONNECTOR (25MM)
The perfect hinge for all SUNBOUNCE poles to connect several frames.
• The DTC links two poles to one another just like a hinge.
• Two reflectors connected like a “V” create all new light.
• Make a changing booth from three reflectors.
SELF-SECURING PINS BIG
SUNBOUNCE’s unique system is secured with SELF-SECURING PINS (SSPS).
During a shooting you should always have a few spare SELF-SECURING PINS on hand – you never know. The SSPS are structural components of the SUNBOUNCE system’s frame construction. Please use your SUNBOUNCE PRO, BIG or SUN-SCRIMs only when the lengthwise poles are secured with SSPS, please. With the BIG and the SUN-SWATTER, the crossbars also need to be secured!
Attention! The SELF-SECURING PINS are available in two sizes.
SELF-SECURING PINS PRO & MINI + PRO
SUNBOUNCE’s unique system is secured with SELF-SECURING PINS (SSPS).
During a shooting you should always have a few spare SELF-SECURING PINS on hand – you never know. The SSPS are structural components of the SUNBOUNCE system’s frame construction. Please use your SUNBOUNCE PRO, BIG or SUN-SCRIMs only when the lengthwise poles are secured with SSPS. With the BIG and the SUN-SWATTER, the crossbars also need to be secured!
Attention! The SELF-SECURING PINS are available in two sizes.
Sunbounce Light Enhancing Photography Tools
Sunbounce light enhancing photography photography FRAMES and SCREENS are HANDMADE IN GERMANY with proven engineering including hand-sown fabric screens. The manufacturing process includes total quality management.
Made For Professionals
All SUNBOUNCE products are made for professional videographers and photographers, by professionals.
Durable Design
Manufactured and designed with the best products to ensure durability and ruggedness.
Designed By A Photographer
SUNBOUNCE products designed and tested by World Press Photo award winner Peter Geller.
