If, like world-class film director Mike Figgis, you're daydreaming of a DV camera support that offers the shake-free stability of a tripod with the framing flexibility of hand-held, at a price that has steady-cams quivering in fear... look no further than the Fig Rig.

"I needed to design a piece of equipment that could be used with the new generation of DV cameras. Something that could support the camera and eradicate the instability that is synonymous with small camera use. And Manfrotto seemed to be the ideal company to take it to. They have a world wide profile and a keenly competitive ambition to be at the forefront of the new generation of film technique and innovation."

Mike Figgis' films using the Fig Rig:

2003 - Cold Creek Manor (Feature)
2003 - Freeway Conversations & The Museum of the
Imperfect Past (Valencia Biennale Installation)
2003 - Red, White & Blues (Documentary)
2002 - The Battle of Orgreave (Documentary)
2001 - Hotel
2000 - About Time 2

After years of using the Fig Rig on his award-winning films, Mike Figgis brought his idea to Manfrotto. An idea that is non-traditional in design, but purely simple and effective. The only modular system in the world to smoothly support the DV camera and act as a frame to mount all the accessories - including zoom controllers, mics, mixers, lights, monitors, arms... A circular frame with a crossbar to mount most mini DV cameras, the Fig Rig becomes part of the body to produce smooth, steady travelling shots. It is this very fact which is the secret to the Fig Rig. As the operator walks, his/her muscles and tendons absorb all the shocks, transferring only fluid movements to the camera. As there are no straps or harnesses attached to the Fig Rig, quick and wide movements can be made within the same shot - from ground-level to overhead, in one smooth movement. The camera, accessories and operator become one, allowing you to film scenes quickly and unobtrusively. With the Fig Rig your creativity is virtually limitless.

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Key features:

The Fig Rig is more than just a steady support. It is a frame on which to build your system. Your camera has only one hot-shoe for accessories, limiting you to one light or one monitor. With the Fig Rig, you can mount any number of accessories that are necessary for today's cameras. With the use of the optional 595CLA you can convert the Fig Rig frame into a fully-loaded roving cine rig precisely positioning your mic or monitor anywhere around your camera. Add on a Manfrotto 521 series remote control and now you have complete fingertip control of zoom and focus. Customize the Fig Rig to your liking. Manfrotto provides the canvas to allow you tocreateyour masterpiece.

With Manfrotto's 521 series remote controls you can control zoom and focus (for Sony and Canon). With the Fig Rig you have complete control of your camera without ever removing your hands from the Rig.