Royal Handheld Vacuum Model 501 Belt

Doing DSLR video on 5D mk. III ... the audio normally had to be recorded on a separate audio recorder. A royal pain for simple interviews, etc. Waited for a quality on-camera mic that was BATTERY, not phantom powered. Reviews of cheap existing mics were NOT encouraging. Finally this model came out... and I have used it constantly. Up to about 8 ft. from the camera, its STUNNING on voice and good at off-axis rejection. At 12 ft from the camera there is definite ... too far awayness sound. But way better than the other shotguns I have and paid much more for. it works flawlessly with the Mk. III's auto level control as the Mk III is another royal pain to try to manually adjust audio levels. You want to move up with your DSLR's audio (or any voice work with any video camera)? This model is a Bargain!

We have several previous model 055 with 501 heads. This new 055 with the 502 head is one pound heavier than the old 055/501 , at about 10.2 lbs with generic case and the manfrotto telescopic pan bar. But, the fluid action is smoother and the tripod slightly heavier duty. At 10 lbs with head this in no Ultralight but it give great professional performance while still being small and light enough to travel by airline. Highly recommended.

Has an ultramarine royal blue look. Beautiful.

Amazing little vacuum/blower!

I sold my 500mm.G model to get this, I'm so glad I did!!. I shoot about 98% handheld...very little tripod use. The lighter weight up front makes a substantial difference. I also believe the VR is improved, works well. I'm getting more keepers, so to me it's well worth it. If you shoot handheld and thinking about it, just do it, I Love this lens.

makes dust and debris disappear. Can't vacuum.

Resistant and perfect to my 501

Vacuum packed cartridges for the longest possible life.

I have bought this belt bag to replace the same model that I owned for over 10 years and that worn out over time (I used it heavily for various outdoor activities: mountaineering, hiking, skiing). A good protection of your camera or smartphone against bad weather / snow and drops.

Many OtterBox Defenders (with belt clip) many different model Cells, many decades, at construction sites. Ive dropped it weekly on hard concrete, from windows, hand offs, etc. Phone hit so hard many times the belt clip seperates phone tumbles. This OtterBox case is the defender of my Business on my Cell, it protects my finances, business contacts, investments, security camers & all those Apps i use to generate income. That is what the Defender series OtterBox does for me. Decades later i still have my unbroken old cases.