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SYSTEM ONE 16 Inch UniRail

Price: $92.00

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16 Inch UniRail featuring unique Double-Dovetail Design and direct tripod compatibility.

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One of the great features of our UniRail is it's almost infinite adjustability. The position of both the camera and our Gearless Follow Focus assembly can be quickly adjusted and balanced to taste.

iDC SYSTEM ONE is built upon my unique Double-Dovetail UniRail design. The UniRail may be directly mounted onto many popular fluid heads and monopods with no adapters or quick release plates required. Please see the "Specifications" tab for the most up-to-date list of compatible fluid heads. However, if you use another brand of fluid-head or quick-release system, no worries; the UniRail will be quick to adapt via either one of the industry-standard 3/8"-16 or 1/4"-20 threaded bosses provided. You can also use the Manfrotto 577 Rapid Connect Adapter to adapt your fluid head to have direct compatibility (In the "Accessories" tab).

The top surface of the SYSTEM ONE UniRail is machined to be Arca-Swiss friendly and acts as the foundation for our unique Gearless Follow Focus. Our new sliding clamp design is now matched with our unique Follow Focus system and in the iDC tradition, allows the use of a wide variety of lenses without the need for cumbersome and expensive ring gears for each and every lens in your kit. UniRails are bi-directional, and two 1/4-20 through holes for additional accessory mounting options are provided at both ends of the UniRail.

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  • (1) 16 Inch UniRail
SKU S-25-16
Product Weight 9.2 Ounces
Dimensions (HxWxD) 9/16 in x 2 in x 16 in (1.4288 cm x 5.08 cm x 40.64 cm)
System Compatibility iDC SYSTEM ONE
Manufacturer iDC Photo Video
 

UniRail Compatibility & Lens Measurement Chart

The iDC SYSTEM ONE uses our unique Double-Dovetail UniRail, which provides almost infinite adjustability. The position of the camera body Follow Focus, and Accessory Mounting Brackets can be easily adjusted and balanced to taste. 6, 9, 12, and 16 inch UniRails are available.

To the right is a chart showing tripod fluid heads that the UniRail can mount directly into, bypassing the need for a quick-release plate and extending the balancability of your fluid head.

Direct Compatibility

The UniRail is directly compatible with these fluid heads (No Quick-Release Plate needed):

Gitzo 1380, 2180, 2380
Manfrotto 501HDV, 503, 503HDV, 504HD, 509HD, 519, 701HDV, MH055M8-Q5, MVH502A, MVH502AH
Sachtler Ace (Mid Level Spreader), Ace (On-Ground Spreader), DV-1, FSB 2, FSB-4, FSB 6, FSB 8, Cine Dslr
 

The following chart will help you determine if your lens is compatible.

The Near Distance is the closest distance measurement from your camera's lens mount to your lens focus ring.
The Far Distance is the farthest distance measurement from your camera's lens mount to your lens focus ring.

Please note: Canon Cinema Lenses, Zeiss Compact Primes, and Super Telephoto lenses are not compatible with our Follow Focus products. Our Geared Follow Focus products are compatible with Zeiss ZE/ZF and Leica R lenses.

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Canon Cameras

Canon EOS C100, C300, and C500

6 Inch UniRail (15.24 cm) Near Distance: 1-1/2 in (3.81 cm) Far Distance: 4 in (10.16 cm)
9 Inch UniRail (22.86 cm) Near Distance: 1-1/2 in (3.81 cm) Far Distance: 7 in (17.78 cm)
12 Inch UniRail (30.48 cm) Near Distance: 1-1/2 in (3.81 cm) Far Distance: 10 in (25.4 cm)
16 Inch UniRail (40.64 cm) Near Distance: 1-1/2 in (3.81 cm) Far Distance: 14 in (35.56 cm)

 

Canon EOS-1D X and EOS-1D C

6 Inch UniRail (15.24 cm) Near Distance: 1-1/4 in (3.175 cm) Far Distance: 3-3/4 in (9.525 cm)
9 Inch UniRail (22.86 cm) Near Distance: 1-1/4 in (3.175 cm) Far Distance: 6-3/4 in (17.145 cm)
12 Inch UniRail (30.48 cm) Near Distance: 1-1/4 in (3.175 cm) Far Distance: 9-3/4 in (24.765 cm)
16 Inch UniRail (40.64 cm) Near Distance: 1-1/4 in (3.175 cm) Far Distance: 13-3/4 in (34.925 cm)

 

Canon EOS-1D Mark IV

6 Inch UniRail (15.24 cm) Near Distance: 1-1/4 in (3.175 cm) Far Distance: 3-1/2 in (8.89 cm)
9 Inch UniRail (22.86 cm) Near Distance: 1-1/4 in (3.175 cm) Far Distance: 6-5/8 in (16.8275 cm)
12 Inch UniRail (30.48 cm) Near Distance: 1-1/4 in (3.175 cm) Far Distance: 9-5/8 in (24.4475 cm)
16 Inch UniRail (40.64 cm) Near Distance: 1-1/4 in (3.175 cm) Far Distance: 13-5/8 in (34.6075 cm)

 

Canon EOS 5D Mark III WITHOUT Grip

6 Inch UniRail (15.24 cm) Near Distance: 7/8 in (2.2225 cm) Far Distance: 4-1/4 in (10.795 cm)
9 Inch UniRail (22.86 cm) Near Distance: 7/8 in (2.2225 cm) Far Distance: 7-1/4 in (18.415 cm)
12 Inch UniRail (30.48 cm) Near Distance: 7/8 in (2.2225 cm) Far Distance: 10-1/4 in (26.035 cm)
16 Inch UniRail (40.64 cm) Near Distance: 7/8 in (2.2225 cm) Far Distance: 14-1/4 in (34.925 cm)

 

Canon EOS 5D Mark II WITHOUT Grip

6 Inch UniRail (15.24 cm) Near Distance: 1 in (2.54 cm) Far Distance: 3-3/4 in (9.525 cm)
9 Inch UniRail (22.86 cm) Near Distance: 1 in (2.54 cm) Far Distance: 6-3/4 in (17.145 cm)
12 Inch UniRail (30.48 cm) Near Distance: 1 in (2.54 cm) Far Distance: 9-3/4 in (24.765 cm)
16 Inch UniRail (40.64 cm) Near Distance: 1 in (2.54 cm) Far Distance: 13-3/4 in (34.925 cm)

 

Canon EOS 5D Mark II with Grip (Such as the BG-E6 Battery Grip)

6 Inch UniRail (15.24 cm) Near Distance: 1 in (2.54 cm) Far Distance: 3-3/4 in (9.525 cm)
9 Inch UniRail (22.86 cm) Near Distance: 1 in (2.54 cm) Far Distance: 6-3/4 in (17.145 cm)
12 Inch UniRail (30.48 cm) Near Distance: 1 in (2.54 cm) Far Distance: 9-3/4 in (24.765 cm)
16 Inch UniRail (40.64 cm) Near Distance: 1 in (2.54 cm) Far Distance: 13-3/4 in (34.925 cm)

 

Canon EOS 7D with Grip

6 Inch UniRail (15.24 cm) Near Distance: 1-1/4 in (3.175 cm) Far Distance: 3-3/4 in (9.525 cm)
9 Inch UniRail (22.86 cm) Near Distance: 1-1/4 in (3.175 cm) Far Distance: 6-3/4 in (17.145 cm)
12 Inch UniRail (30.48 cm) Near Distance: 1-1/4 in (3.175 cm) Far Distance: 9-3/4 in (24.765 cm)
16 Inch UniRail (40.64 cm) Near Distance: 1-1/4 in (3.175 cm) Far Distance: 13-3/4 in (34.925 cm)

 

Canon EOS 7D WITHOUT Grip

6 Inch UniRail (15.24 cm) Near Distance: 1-1/4 in (3.175 cm) Far Distance: 3-3/4 in (9.525 cm)
9 Inch UniRail (22.86 cm) Near Distance: 1-1/4 in (3.175 cm) Far Distance: 6-3/4 in (17.145 cm)
12 Inch UniRail (30.48 cm) Near Distance: 1-1/4 in (3.175 cm) Far Distance: 9-3/4 in (24.765 cm)
16 Inch UniRail (40.64 cm) Near Distance: 1-1/4 in (3.175 cm) Far Distance: 13-3/4 in (34.925 cm)

 

Canon EOS 60D WITHOUT Grip

6 Inch UniRail (15.24 cm) Near Distance: 1 in (2.54 cm) Far Distance: 4 in (10.16 cm)
9 Inch UniRail (22.86 cm) Near Distance: 1 in (2.54 cm) Far Distance: 7 in (17.78cm)
12 Inch UniRail (30.48 cm) Near Distance: 1 in (2.54 cm) Far Distance: 10 in (25.4 cm)
16 Inch UniRail (40.64 cm) Near Distance: 1 in (2.54 cm) Far Distance: 14 in (35.56 cm)

 

Canon EOS T2i/550D, T3i/600D, and T4i/650D WITHOUT Grip

6 Inch UniRail (15.24 cm) Near Distance: 1 in (2.54 cm) Far Distance: 4 in (10.16 cm)
9 Inch UniRail (22.86 cm) Near Distance: 1 in (2.54 cm) Far Distance: 7 in (17.78 cm)
12 Inch UniRail (30.48 cm) Near Distance: 1 in (2.54 cm) Far Distance: 10 in (25.4 cm)
16 Inch UniRail (40.64 cm) Near Distance: 1 in (2.54 cm) Far Distance: 14 in (35.56 cm)

 

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Nikon Cameras

Nikon D3S and D4

6 Inch UniRail (15.24 cm) Near Distance: 1-1/4 in (3.175 cm) Far Distance: 3-1/2 in (8.89 cm)
9 Inch UniRail (22.86 cm) Near Distance: 1-1/4 in (3.175 cm) Far Distance: 6-5/8 in (16.8275 cm)
12 Inch UniRail (30.48 cm) Near Distance: 1-1/4 in (3.175 cm) Far Distance: 9-5/8 in (24.4475 cm)
16 Inch UniRail (40.64 cm) Near Distance: 1-1/4 in (3.175 cm) Far Distance: 13-5/8 in (34.6075 cm)

 

Nikon D800 WITHOUT Grip

6 Inch UniRail (15.24 cm) Near Distance: 3/4 in (1.905 cm) Far Distance: 4-1/4 in (10.795 cm)
9 Inch UniRail (22.86 cm) Near Distance: 3/4 in (1.905 cm) Far Distance: 7-1/4 in (18.415 cm)
12 Inch UniRail (30.48 cm) Near Distance: 3/4 in (1.905 cm) Far Distance: 10-1/4 in (26.035 cm)
16 Inch UniRail (40.64 cm) Near Distance: 3/4 in (1.905 cm) Far Distance: 14-1/4 in (36.195 cm)

 

Nikon D7000 WITHOUT Grip

6 Inch UniRail (15.24 cm) Near Distance: 1 in (2.54 cm) Far Distance: 4-1/8 in (10.4775 cm)
9 Inch UniRail (22.86 cm) Near Distance: 1 in (2.54 cm) Far Distance: 7-1/8 in (18.0975 cm)
12 Inch UniRail (30.48 cm) Near Distance: 1 in (2.54 cm) Far Distance: 10-1/8 in (25.7175 cm)
16 Inch UniRail (40.64 cm) Near Distance: 1 in (2.54 cm) Far Distance: 14-1/8 in (35.8775 cm)

 

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Panasonic Cameras

Panasonic AG-AF100

6 Inch UniRail (15.24 cm) Near Distance: 1-5/8 in (4.1275 cm) Far Distance: 3-5/8 in (9.2075 cm)
9 Inch UniRail (22.86 cm) Near Distance: 1-5/8 in (4.1275 cm) Far Distance: 6-5/8 in (16.8275 cm)
12 Inch UniRail (30.48 cm) Near Distance: 1-5/8 in (4.1275 cm) Far Distance: 9-5/8 in (24.4475 cm)
16 Inch UniRail (40.64 cm) Near Distance: 1-5/8 in (4.1275 cm) Far Distance: 13-5/8 in (34.6075 cm)

 

Panasonic GH2

6 Inch UniRail (15.24 cm) Near Distance: 1 in (2.54 cm) Far Distance: 4-3/8 in (11.1125 cm)
9 Inch UniRail (22.86 cm) Near Distance: 1 in (2.54 cm) Far Distance: 7-3/8 in (18.7325 cm)
12 Inch UniRail (30.48 cm) Near Distance: 1 in (2.54 cm) Far Distance: 10-3/8 in (26.3525 cm)
16 Inch UniRail (40.64 cm) Near Distance: 1 in (2.54 cm) Far Distance: 14-3/8 in (36.5125 cm)

 

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Sony Cameras

Sony NEX-FS700

6 Inch UniRail (15.24 cm) Near Distance: 1-1/8 in (1.125 cm) Far Distance: 3-7/8 in (9.8425 cm)
9 Inch UniRail (22.86 cm) Near Distance: 1-1/8 in (1.125 cm) Far Distance: 6-7/8 in (17.4625 cm)
12 Inch UniRail (30.48 cm) Near Distance: 1-1/8 in (1.125 cm) Far Distance: 9-7/8 in (25.0825 cm)
16 Inch UniRail (40.64 cm) Near Distance: 1-1/8 in (1.125 cm) Far Distance: 13-7/8 in (35.2425 cm)

 

Sony NEX-FS100

6 Inch UniRail (15.24 cm) Near Distance: 1/2 in (1.27cm) Far Distance: 3-3/4 in (9.525 cm)
9 Inch UniRail (22.86 cm) Near Distance: 1/2 in (1.27cm) Far Distance: 6-3/4 in (17.145 cm)
12 Inch UniRail (30.48 cm) Near Distance: 1/2 in (1.27cm) Far Distance: 9-3/4 in (24.765 cm)
16 Inch UniRail (40.64 cm) Near Distance: 1/2 in (1.27cm) Far Distance: 13-3/4 in (34.925 cm)

 

Super Telephoto Lenses are not supported at this time due to the large diameter of the lens barrel.

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