Generic Camera Stabilizer Motion Steadicam For Dslr

The HD2000 works well in eliminating those motion shakes. I use a DSLR and heavy lens which makes it even more shaky when used without a stabilizer. UPs: stabilizes and works well DOWNs: Heavy and really heavy depending on setup takes a while to set up and understanding the stabilizer. Do not be discouraged when first using, because it takes practice, especially with it rocking and it bumping into yourself.

Required to add extra inertia to Steadicam stabilizer. Works with Merlin AND Pilot. Note that for the Pilot the maximum weight of the Camcorder/Camera and weights is 10 lbs.

This is my first steadicam stabilizer I have owned and used, and it works perfectly. Though when you first receive it, don't expect to whip it out and assume it's good to go. You first have to assemble the Glidecam, then balance it. It took me a good while to get it properly balanced. Even after that, there's a certain amount of skill needed to operate the Glidecam, which takes a little bit of practice. The first day I got it, my wrist was absolutely sore from all the weight it was carrying. I have it mounted with a Canon T1i with a 17-40 L lens.Though you could go ahead and get the vest that adds another layer of stability and reduces the amount of stress on your wrist. But after the first few hurdles, you're smooth sailing and flying in no time.

I'm a cinematographer and regularly use glidecam hd-2000 with dslr's such as 5D's and 1Dx mark II, I also often use a Glidecam Hd-4000 with a C300 mark II, and even own a giant came-tv vest and stabilizer rig with wires for batteries and monitors going through it. I hate that big thing because there's no real freedom of motion for rising shots etc and it takes forever but i'm sure for walking shots on a movie set or something it's just right. Anyway I'm a strong believer in no vest because you get so much more shots you can capture. This stabilizer is amazing in every way. It is super portable which is important so you have it. Faster to setup. Stable when set down (much more than glidecam since those can tip to the side easier than this one). This looks better, and is carbon so more efficient with weight just for balancing, smaller shaft and bearing means less friction introduced through the bearing. It's extremely smooth. Has smooth position knobs without the extra unnecessary locking screws on the glidecam. This has exactly what you need with nothing extra. it's simple to start on and excellent enough for a pro. It can handle my 5D mark III with a 16-35mm 2.8 L which is a heavy setup. It even just scraped by at the edge of balancing same camera with a 50mm 1.2L. I plan on getting� some extra weights to make sure I'm set with various cameras such as if I have to put a lav receiver on the hotshoe for single mic work solo shoot with mic running into the camera. I wish they made an identical but just slightly bigger version to compete with glidecam hd2000 size but most small stabilizers handle fine if you add more weight to them. Don't hesitate to buy this. I would recommend this as the most important item to shoot with over a slider, over a tripod (shots need motion people!)

this is a great gamble stabilizer once you get everything balance to its exact points you're able to get smooth pan shots smooth motion shots smooth running and walking shots as well

I use this products exactly as its recommended. I use it to prop my DSLR Camera right off my desk. I like that the range of motion is not limited. I like its sturdy design and the fact that its so easy to put away once I am done. Love this purchase especially the price.

I use a NikonD200 with a Neoprene neck strap and the neoprene, flexible Stabilizer Strap (Op/Tech USA) around my chest when camera is not in use. The stabilizer precents the camera swaying when I am running, climbing, or otherwise active, even getting out of crowded vehicles. The stbilizer prevents the strap from impacting anything like branches, rock walls, furniture, or the person in the seat ahead of me. It permits the camera to instantly slip out of the stabilizer, leaving the strap in position./ The strap length is adjustable to fit over a bulky jacket or vest, and the snap-on ends make it easy to fit.The central lens opening can be enlarged to fit extremely wide diameter lenses. I canot imagine how it could be improved.

I have 3 of these on different plates and such to keep from having to remove the camera from the stabilizer, they are indispensable.

I use this with my Canon 60D with a RODE video mic attached to top shoe. Researched this product a lot before purchasing. I can usually film for about two minutes straight until my arm is fatigued enough that I need to take a break. For longer shots I recommend getting the vest and arm. I have tried the Sony NX5U (5 lbs. without battery) on this stabilizer, this is a bit too heavy to place on the device. Once again, great for DSLR (with/without vest and arm), not good for larger videocameras unless you have vest and arm. I am able to get awesome, smooth shots with this stabilizer. Everyone I have shown the footage to says, WOW! You will not regret this purchase, it is probably one of the best I have made recently. Took me about two hours to get perfectly balanced and now all I need to do is make fine adjustments now and then, which is so easy. If you are shooting with DSLR and are on the fence about this, get it, try it out, you will be impressed. It takes time to balance at first and then a lot of practice flying it. Once you get some experience with it you will want to use it often.

OP/TECH Stabilizer Strap keeps my DSLR securely against my body when bicycling or hiking. Also works well with a wide angle lens and wired cable release to unobtrusively take human interest photographs in crowds and on the street.