Zacuto Sony FX9 Recoil Pro

Key Features
- Perfect Shoulder Balance – shifts camera weight directly over shoulder for fatigue-free shooting
- Universal VCT-14 Tripod Compatibility
- Quick Release Rod Ports (Front & Rear, 15mm LWS)
- Tool-less Adjustments for fast on-the-fly rig changes
- Z-Rail & Rosette Mounts for accessory expansion
- Axis Micro EVF Mount allows precision positioning of the FX9 viewfinder
- Relocated Sony Grip maintains full camera control (Iris, Zoom, Start/Stop, etc.)
Description
Zacuto Sony FX9 Recoil Pro
Balanced Shoulder Rig for the Sony PXW-FX9 | Pro-Level Comfort & Modular Functionality
The Zacuto Sony FX9 Recoil Pro is a fully balanced, professional shoulder rig specifically designed for the Sony PXW-FX9 cinema camera. Featuring Zacuto’s Next Generation Recoil Rig philosophy, this rig places the balance point of the camera over the operator’s shoulder—resulting in significantly better comfort, stability, and control during extended handheld use.
The FX9 Recoil Pro is modular, tool-less, and production-ready, enabling operators to shoot more efficiently in any environment—documentary, narrative, ENG, or commercial work.
What’s Included in the FX9 Recoil Pro Kit
- VCT Pro Baseplate – industry-standard baseplate with built-in gel shoulder pad, 15mm LWS rod ports (front & back), and VCT-14 tripod compatibility.
- Sony FX9 Top Plate – custom-fit plate for the FX9 with multiple 1/4″-20 & 3/8″-16 mounting points and Z-Rails (NATO) for accessory attachment.
- Axis Micro EVF Mount – compact, fully adjustable EVF arm for mounting the FX9’s viewfinder or a Gratical/Kameleon EVF.
- Sony FX9 Trigger Grip – relocates the Sony FX9 side grip to a rosette-mounted, adjustable position with full 360° trigger rotation.
Ideal For
- Documentary & ENG-style production
- Corporate & event videography
- Indie filmmaking & commercial shoots
- Any shoulder-mounted camera work with the Sony FX9
Technical Compatibility
- Sony PXW-FX9 camera
- Sony FX9 Grip (via included FX9 Trigger Grip)
- Zacuto VCT Pro baseplate & accessories
- Axis EVF mount works with FX9 EVF or Zacuto Gratical/Kameleon EVFs
Modular Add-Ons (Sold Separately)
- Gratical Eye or Kameleon Pro EVF
- Zacuto Smart Z-Finder for FX9 LCD
- Zacuto Recoil Handle or Tactical Handle
- Zacuto Recoil Rigs for other camera systems (FX6, FS7, C500 Mk II)