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Mattes
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Mattes
Mattes help keeping stray light out of the lens front element.
Studio Matte Box mattes come in three variants:
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Mattes SPH (Spherical): Spherical mattes for 4:3 sunshade. Not compatible
with 2:1 sunshade.
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Mattes SPH / ANAM: Anamorphic mattes for 4:3 sunshade. Not compatible
with 2:1 sunshade.
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Mattes ANAM: Anamorphic mattes for 2:1 sunshade. Not compatible with 4:3
sunshade.
Each matte set includes five different mattes and a protective cover. All mattes are
numbered. Matte #1 has the largest opening fitting wider angle lenses, matte #5 has
the narrowest opening fitting longer lenses. Please test mattes with the lens/camera
combination before the shoot.
13.1 Inserting a matte
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2
3
1. Fit the matte box to the camera rods.
2. Place the matte (1) of your choice at the front of the sunshade (2). The labelling of
the matte must face away from the matte box with the ARRI logo on top.
3. Engage the matte (1) by pressing on the four catches (3) around the sunshade
until they audibly lock.
4.
To remove:
Ease the matte (1) off the four catches (3) and pull it away from the
sunshade (2).
