For those who may be interested - Just got this on my lap today. Amphibico's FS100 Genesis for the Sony FS100 NXcam. A friend is bringing a camera for testing and then a trip so may post some more stuff later in a month or so. With the FS 100 price dropping this is certainly a good consideration.
The camera uses a Super 35mm sensor (same as the Red Epic) and allows the use of E-mount lenses. Plus with A-mount adapter uses A-mount lens. Big sensor and advance lenses creates a nice Bokeh. So no excuse for not shooting that cinematic footage so to speak.
I was told a FS700 version will be out later. Similar in design and feel but bigger. I suspect the Rouge for the Epic may have the same design DNA. Most of the critical controls are within finger reach. The grips are their standard large buttons grip found in Phenom and EX3. Fairly comfortable and easy to remember so you don't need to think about it once you use it a few times.
I am familiar with pro-Amphibico housings since the days of the Amphibicam for the HDW F900. Those where giants compare with this Genesis. Looks like a gap year did not dent Amphibico's enthusiasm. Controls and ergonomics are excellent and many details such as ports and gears I could see belongs to Aquatica, the parent company. This housing looks and feels retro with a bit of amphibico and aquatica mixed in.
Many would say electronic control is a no no for UW housing I have to say if it is critical then bring some spare parts. Even with mechanical housing I bring spare parts. I believe with the Rouge some additional critical mechanical controls will be added. I will be corrected if I am wrong. Well for first impressions Amohibico is definitely back in the game for prosumer and pro housings. Great to see they are producing quality housings.
although there might be glare probs with the top monitor window ... Will there be a mirror solution like the Phenom I wonder?
