The Road Jib Pro from Acebil is a camera crane that supports loads of up to 15 lb and comes with a counterweight neck, weights, and safety nuts. The arm of the crane extends from 43.3 to 70.9" in length and is made of resistant building profiles for rigidity, durability, and anti-corrosive protection against weather conditions. The Road Jib Pro is equipped with knobs and levers that allow you to lock the arm in different positions, and ball bearing moving parts allow for smooth motion. A case is included.

Road Jib Pro Camera Crane    T1200 Tripod    D-5 Dolly    X-Head    HC-RJPRO, S-50, SDC-65 & HC-XH Case

Quick and easy setup

Simple operation

Stable and continuous movement

Rugged lightweight aluminum chassis

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. does this crane need a specific kind of tripod?

A: The base of the Pocket Jib has a 3/8 -16 screw hole so it will mount to the base of any standard tripod leg. You will just want to make sure the tripod you use is rated to support the total payload.

Q: 2. Does the ProAm DVC 210 crane/jib maintain camera angle when raised and lowered?

A: The balance of the ProAm USA Orion DVC210 8' DSLR Camera Crane / Jib depends on the weights being used to counterbalance the jib.

Q: 3. What is the mount on the end of the jib - looks like the 100mm Ball Relocator?

A: Yes, the end of the crane arm features a ball relocator with 100mm bowl.

Q: 4. What is the approximate maximum / minimum angle for the crane arm? In other words, how close to vertical will it go when fully raised or lowered? (I realize this is somewhat dependent on the tripod/mount, but I'm wondering about the crane itself.)

A: I'm not sure on the angle. If set up in a typical fashion, the jib will not hit the legs of a tripod nor will attached standard weights on the rear balance section. On a five foot tall base the unit boasts that it will go from the ground to eleven feet tall. I find that to be pretty close to true. ProAm has a website with slightly more information about the unit that could come in handy. I hope this helps.

Q: 5. does the have a mechanism to lock tilt?

A: Is possible

Q: 6. Hi the load capicity indicated is 10lb/4.5 kg. Does it include the counter balance weights or is it just calculated for the camera (or crane and camera)?

A: The load capacity refers to the weight of the camera and accessories.

Q: 7. Is it possible to get an overhead shot (looking straight down) with this jib?

A: It is possible to get an overhead shot with this jib, however you'll probably want to attach a security cable to your camera to play it safe. There are two knobs that can be loosened to extend the jib; when both are fully extended the camera will stay parallel to ground, but if you extend the top bar further than the bottom bar you can progressively tilt the camera down further and further. This jib has been extremely useful on my shoots, where I rarely have an assistant, as I can set this up in just a few minutes. Make sure you properly set your counter weight, this and a bit of practice and you'll be getting some nice, smooth shots.

Q: 8. What would you need to mount the ronin M in the upright position onto this?

A: You can hang the Ronin by attaching the CineMilled DJI Ronin M Quick Plate to the bottom of the crane's camera mounting plate.

Q: 9. What is the ratio for the counterweights, at the different extensions?

A: Use this formula to calculate the ballpark counterweights for jibs like the Kessler Crane Pocket Jib PRO (without 100mm Swivel Mount) at varying lengths: Camera weight x distance of the camera to the pivot / distance of counter to the pivot.

Q: 10. What length HDMI cable would I need to run from the DSLR to the monitor that is mounted to the Kessler Pocket Jib Traveller?

A: I don't have it mounted and open right now, but the specs here say 6' max extension from fulcrum, so I'm going to say you'd be safe with a 7-8' HDMI cable, right? You can always tie up the extra near the monitor which can attach to the base (near the fulcrum). If I were shopping for one (good idea, by the way) I would look for something flexible and light. Some of those HDMI cables are stiff and heavy. Good luck!