Zacuto VCT PRO Jr. Baseplate

Description

Zacuto VCT Pro Jr. Baseplate

Arca Swiss & VCT-14 Compatible Shoulder Rig Baseplate for Cinema & Mirrorless Cameras

The Zacuto VCT Pro Jr. Baseplate is a lightweight, high-performance camera baseplate designed to support professional filmmakers, documentary shooters, and content creators who demand flexibility, speed, and comfort in the field. A compact version of Zacuto’s award-winning VCT Pro Baseplate, the VCT Pro Jr. features a dual-mount design (Arca Swiss top / VCT-14 bottom), integrated shoulder padding, quick-release rods, and precise camera balancing capabilities.

Ideal for modern shooting rigs—from RED, ARRI, Canon C-Series, Sony FS/FX Line, Panasonic EVA/BS1H, to DSLRs and mirrorless bodies like BMPCC, GH6, A7SIII, or R5C—the VCT Pro Jr. offers unmatched modularity and comfort in a compact footprint.

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Universal Camera Compatibility

The VCT Pro Jr. is engineered to work with:

• DSLR and mirrorless cameras (Canon, Nikon, Sony, Fujifilm, Panasonic, Blackmagic, etc.)

• Cinema cameras (RED Komodo, Canon C70, Sony FX3/FX6, etc.)

• Modular systems with cage-mounted bodies or lens-heavy rigs

Its Arca Swiss-compatible top plate makes camera mounting fast and tool-less, while the VCT-14 standard base ensures compatibility with broadcast-style tripod plates and professional mounting solutions.

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Optimized for Balance & Ergonomics

The VCT Pro Jr. allows you to position the camera further back on your rig without affecting accessory mounting. This is crucial for shoulder-mounted operation, as it keeps the camera’s center of gravity aligned directly over your shoulder, reducing operator fatigue.

With its gel-padded curved shoulder pad, the Pro Jr. offers industry-best comfort—whether you’re running and gunning or shooting long-form interviews.

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Precision Camera Adjustment

Key adjustability features include:

• 6 inches of forward/backward sliding range for camera balance

• 25mm vertical adjustment via sliding rod riser

• Quick release top plate with dual screw track for secure attachment

• Red Arca Swiss sliding plate for fast removal and rebalancing

Switch from shoulder rig to tripod in seconds using Zacuto’s ACT Mounting Plate or any Arca-compatible tripod mount.

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Built-In 15mm Rod System

The baseplate includes:

• 6.5″ quick-release, extendable 15mm rods (front)

• Rear quick-release 15mm rod ports

These rods support matte boxes, follow focus systems, lens motors, EVFs, or power distribution—all without interfering with balance or mounting options.

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Tripod Compatibility

The integrated v-wedge mount is VCT-14 standard and works with:

• Sony VCT-14 tripod adapter plates

• Zacuto VCT Tripod Dock

• Direct tripod mounting via ¼”-20 and ⅜”-16 threads

This provides a seamless transition from shoulder to tripod, ideal for fast-paced production environments.

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Technical Specifications