The Continental Magnum Elite (tm) is the most versatile side-looking helicopter camera
mounting system available. Designed especially for large format cameras. This system
has been in use since 1982, and through many refinements, it has become the preferred
rig of aerial camera operators. There are more than a dozen reasons why:
1. Quick and easy set up and balancing. All mount adjustments have a graduated scale for
reference. You can preset adjustments by the numbers! 8. Operator, and entire system, are
vibration isolated! The camera operator has a more comfortable ride and does not transfer
vibration through his arms or contact with the eyepiece.
2. All mount adjustments are by lead screw. No more pounding on the mount or fighting with
the camera package to obtain neutral balance.9. Installation is easier. It does not require
someone with great physical strength to install. The system breaks apart into components,
the heaviest being only 45 lbs.
3. Quick and easy camera package installation and removal by a safety locked plate.10. Installs on
a wide variety of helicopters. Bell 206B and L, and Aerospatiale AS350 and AS355.
4. Precision zoom and focus. Has variable gain for fine control of Heden motors.11. Shoot from the
left or right side of the helicopter. Simple changeover takes minutes!
5. Operator designed zoom, focus control, and motor direction.12. Positive locking systems throughout,
can be operated by a gloved hand!
6. Your choice of lenses. Prime or zoom, any lens that will fit your camera.13. Lighter weight dramatically
reduces the cost of shipping the equipment.
7. Carries camera packages up to 80 lbs. (36.4 kg) in weight!14. Accepts most large format cameras,
and all 35mm cameras. It's your choice! All commonly available accessories which operate those
cameras will function with this mount.
