C-MOUNT LENSES ON YI 4K+
Development is now complete on our Ribcage Mod for the new YI 4K+. The new mod kit will be available in about two weeks and will now support both YI 4K & 4K+ cameras. Check out our first test videos on Vimeo!
Development is now complete on our Ribcage Mod for the new YI 4K+. The new mod kit will be available in about two weeks and will now support both YI 4K & 4K+ cameras. Check out our first test videos on Vimeo!
Our Ribcage Modified Cameras are small, portable and have powerful shooting options at a reasonable price. That makes them a perfect option for microscopes, telescopes and many other scientific applications. C-Mount is commonly used in scientific and medical imaging equipment so the camera can be directly connected to all kinds of different devices! The image sensor makes it ideal for beam splitters that are designed for ½” C-Mount cameras and can also be attached in place of the eyepiece with a simple adapter. The camera is also capable of seeing infra-red for your custom applications. Filters are easily added or removed to the inside of the camera so you can image exactly the areas of the spectrum that you need.
There are many benefits when using your Ribcage modified camera on a microscope:
Theses benefits include:
What you will need:
1. C-Mount Ribcage modified camera
2. Microscope
3. C-Mount eyepiece adapter / C-Mount beam splitter
4. Filters (Optional)
5. Micro HDMI cable (or YI 4K A/V cable)
A Cost Effective Alternative
Other C-Mount imaging systems are often quite costly with substantially fewer options, weaker specifications and require an external power supply and controller. Our solution is available at a small fraction of the cost, is simple to operate, compact and portable. With our native C-Mount you can easily transfer the camera to other equipment as needed or pack it up and use it in the field. The camera can be permanently powered if required so shooting long segments or time-lapse sequences is a breeze.
Getting started:
1. Add the C-Mount adapter to your Ribcage.
2. With your microscope, you will get a C-Mount support which you will need to screw on the Ribcage.
3. Insert the camera on the top of the microscope.
4. Make sure everything is turned on (camera and microscope).
5. You are now ready to start taking amazing shots!

Post-production:
With GoPro’s Protune camera settings you can get much higher quality throughout your post-production and get more dynamic images from your camera. You can edit your pictures with Adobe Photoshop or Lightroom. GoPro’s Quik™ is also a great choice for post-processing your clips into a short video as is Adobe Premiere or any other video editing package.
A short video taken by Ciencias ULisboa of water mites trough a microscope equipped with a Ribcage modified GoPro.
We’ve designed our Ribcage Modified GoPro cameras to be as versatile as possible, with native support for M12, CS and C-Mount lenses as well as features like interchangeable filters, flange adjustment and more. There are some differences in the dimensions from the original camera however, so let’s take a look at how we can use some of the various GoPro mounting accessories.
The easiest way to use GoPro’s mounting system with the Ribcage is to use ‘The Frame’ mount available in our shop or anywhere that sells GoPro cameras. GoPro mounts will support the camera along with small lenses up to about 100 grams. The Frame mount is provided with our H5M12 and H5PRO modified Hero5 cameras. For large lenses we recommend using a tripod or other sturdy mounts with standard 1/4”-20 threads. To do so you will need the GoPro tripod mount accessory.


Karma
Ribcage H5M12 and H5PRO modifed Hero5 cameras are Karma ready so you can mount them on the drone or the Karma Grip handheld stabilizer when lightweight M12 lenses are used.
Waterpoofing
The best Ribcage option for underwater use is the H5M12 modified Hero5 Black. Its dimensions are identical to the original so it will easily fit in the waterproof ‘Super Suit’ with a wide variety of lenses. For the Hero3 and Hero4 we recommend using our 7.5mm Low Profile M12 lens which will allow the camera to fit in the Hero3/4 waterproof case! If you have an extended backdoor for your case the Ribcage and lens will fit inside so you can shoot underwater. The LCD Bacpac will not fit due to the 3.5mm added thickness of the Ribcage, so the empty space can be filled with foam or the protective plastic cap from your Ribcage kit.



Gun / Rod / Bow Mount
Mount your GoPro to guns, fishing rods and bows. This versatile mount has a non-reflective matte black finish that eliminates glare so you can stay out of sight. It’s compatible with most shotguns,1 rifles, revolvers, airsoft, paintball and pellet guns, and fits fishing rod grips and bow components with diameters ranging from 0.4 to 0.9in (10 to 23mm). Mount up to two cameras to capture immersive front-facing and rear-facing perspectives.
Compatible with most shotguns,1 rifles, revolvers, airsoft, paintball and pellet guns, as well as fishing rods and bows
Mount up to two cameras to capture footage looking forward, backwards, or both directions at once
Camera(s) can be mounted below or to the side of a gun barrel or fishing rod
Specially designed backdoor mounts help stabilize the camera during recoil
Non-reflective matte black finish eliminates glare, making it easy to stay out of sight
Handlebar / Seatpost / Pole Mount
Mount your GoPro to handlebars, seatposts, ski poles and more. The hinged, non-slip design easily clamps to different mounting locations or secures to a pole or pipe to create a handheld boom. The mounting buckle lets you move your GoPro between mounts on the fly, and the base features 360° rotation to help achieve the perfect angle for every shot. Fits 0.35 to 1.4in (9 to 35mm) diameter tubes.
Hinged, non-slip design sets up in seconds and clamps to any 0.35 to 1.4in
(9 to 35mm) diameter tube
Rotating base features 360° rotation with 16 secure positions, ensuring the perfect angle and allowing rapid changes in perspective for more dynamic footage
The mounting buckle lets users move their camera between mounts on the fly, enabling fast and easy changes in perspective
Durable construction prevents slipping and breaking and minimizes vibration and camera shake
No loose parts to drop or lose


EXO mini Mounting bracket
Add this precision machined aluminum bracket to a Ribcage modified Hero3 or Hero4 camera for even more flexibility. Your Ribcage will have a total of 9 standard 1/4” 20 mounting points! Mount external accessories such as microphones and field monitors. Mount your Hero4 mod upside down for quick battery changes. Combine it with our Power Arms for infinite possibilities!
Tripod Mount (HERO3/4)
This precision machined aluminum mount easily connects to any Hero3 or Hero4 Ribcage Mod. It gives you three standard 1/4-20 sockets for mounting your camera on professional supports and equipment. One of the mounting points is centered directly under the image sensor.


The Frame is the smallest, lightest way to mount your GoPro, and enables ultra compact, low-profile mounting. The open design delivers optimal audio capture during low-speed activities, plus access to the camera’s microSD, Micro HDMI and USB ports for easy data offload, live-feed video and charging. An extendable support arm allows you to conveniently attach an LCD Touch BacPac™ or Battery BacPac™ (sold separately), and holds the BacPac™ securely in place while shooting.1 The integrated latch makes removing your GoPro from The Frame quick and easy. Includes a glass Protective Lens to help guard the camera lens from scratches, dirt and debris.
Note: The Frame is not waterproof and not intended for use in extreme conditions where dirt and sharp objects can damage the camera lens.
This video was captured entirely with our Ribcage modification for Hero4 Black. The conversion allows users to convert their own cameras into one that will take M12, C-Mount, CS-Mount or any other popular lens type.
Sample footage from our new Ribcage Modified YI 4K camera. Available as a do-it-yourself kit or a fully modified camera. It allows you to connect small M12 (S-Mount) lenses as well as Entaniya VR and C-Mount lenses. Connect your other favorite lens types with optional adapters.

Lenses Used:
– 5.4mm 10MP M12
– 3.8mm 16MP M12
– 2/3″ 9mm C-Mount
– 1/2″ 8-80mm C-Mount
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Superior power and versatility for a great price. The Yi 4K camera’s small size, light weight and astonishing shooting options make it a pocket sized powerhouse. Modify it with our interchangeable lens kit and it becomes extraordinary! It features native M12 (S-Mount) and C-Mount compatibility as well as compatibility with some CS-Mount lenses**. Almost any popular lens type can be attached with optional adapters including Canon, Nikon, Pentax and more! Take advantage of what professional lenses have to offer: manual focus control, a more cinematic depth of field, macro shooting, optical zoom and iris control. There’s a built in tripod mount so you can connect your camera to professional mounts and supports. Want night vision? Just take out the IR-cut filter so you can see in the dark with any IR light source!