Tech: Makayama x Ipad2 Movie Mount (Video)

Makayama presents the 'Movie Mount for iPad2'. A unique hardware accessory which allows you to radically improve video capture with the iPad2. It turns your iPad into a complete studio. Use tele- and wide angle conversion lenses, attach microphones and lights. Use a tripod for super stable shots and much more. Comes with a free app.

The Movie Mount is exclusively produced by Makayama and was designed by renowned Dutch product designers Gilsing & Koens. It is sold directly through our website. Tripod, microphone, lights etc. are not included with your purchase.

The Movie Mount is exclusively produced by Makayama and was designed by renowned Dutch product designers Gilsing & Koens. It is sold directly through our website. Tripod, microphone, lights etc. are not included with your purchase.Pre-order your Movie Mount now from Makayama.com. First deliveries will start in October 2011.

See the specs along with more imagery of the device after the jump...

With the Movie Mount, you get 10 new features for your iPad (beware that the additional equipment is not incuded):

1. Attached a tripod for stable shots, pan & tilt camera movements.

2. Use 37 mm conversion lenses, such as wide angle, tele and fisheye.

3. Slide on-the-fly between the built-in lens and the conversion lens.

4. Use shotgun microphones for better sound (requires splitter cable).

5. Use an optical viewfinder to shoot in bright sunlight

6. Use a video light for better performance in low light

7. Easier iMovie editing, with a 9 degrees working angle.

8. The mount allows your iPad to stand upright and be used as monitor.

9. The complimentary iPad app allows you to lock exposure and whitebalans

10. The app also displays realtime audio and battery level.