DFCine Camera Vest

The DFCine Camera Vest is a specialized heavy-duty support system designed to handle the weight of our largest cinema packages. Whether operating a fully rigged handheld cinema camera or a gimbal mounted within a Tilta Ring Grip, this vest is essential for redistributing the payload from the operator’s arms to their core. It enables our team to manage substantial camera weight while maintaining the agility and organic look of handheld cinematography.

How the DFCine Camera Vest Enhances Our Video Production:

Support for Heavy Handheld Cinema Rigs

We utilize this vest primarily to support our heaviest cinema camera builds. When shooting handheld without a gimbal, the vest takes the dead weight of the matte box, cine lenses, and V-mount batteries, allowing the operator to maneuver the camera with the freedom of handheld motion but without the physical exhaustion usually associated with heavy shoulder rigs.

Tilta Ring Grip Integration

For gimbal work, this vest is specifically configured to dock with our Tilta Ring Grip system. By hooking into the ring frame, it allows us to float the RS 4 Pro or RS 2 Pro setup effortlessly. This combination is critical for long continuous takes, as it stabilizes the entire ring ecosystem and eliminates the arm strain of holding a wide frame for extended periods.

Optimized Weight Redistribution

By transferring the rig’s weight to the body’s center of gravity and hips, the vest eliminates the strain on the operator's shoulders and back. This allows our crew to focus entirely on framing and composition rather than physical endurance, ensuring the final take of the day is executed with the same precision as the first.

Organic Vertical Stability

The suspension line provides a unique dampening effect that enhances the visual quality of the footage. It smooths out footstep impacts and high-frequency vibrations while retaining the organic, breathing quality of handheld footage. This creates a polished, immersive look that feels human but professionally stable.