At NAB 2008, Kata, one of the most trusted and well‑known brands of protective carrying and storage solutions for professional video gear, introduced the CRC-17 – a new compact rain cover designed to shield horizontally handheld camcorders from Mother Nature’s worst downpours.

Whether shooting in a slight mist or in an intense rainstorm, the CRC-17 provides the all‑around protection today’s sensitive camcorders require. Constructed completely from advanced waterproof materials, the CRC-17 features a crystal clear TPU panel which allows shooters full control, monitoring and viewing of the LCD screen at any angle. For use with a tripod, the CRC‑17 features a bottom opening which allows the camcorder to effortlessly be mounted to or removed from a video head without sacrificing the protection provided from the elements.

About Bogen Imaging:

Bogen Imaging Inc is a leading distributor of key accessories brands for the video, cine, lighting and photographic markets. Bogen is an international company within the Imaging Division of the Vitec Group, which owns the following leading, international brands: Manfrotto, Gitzo, Kata, National Geographic bags and tripods, Avenger, and I.F.F. As the exclusive US distributor of Metz, Gossen, Elinchrom, Lastolite, Reflecmedia and Formatt Filters, Bogen offers the most complete range of exceptional camera and lighting accessories in the business. The Bogen Imaging international network covers the USA, Germany, France, Italy, UK and Japan.