View Full Version : Steadicam cheap option
jrod81
10-29-2009, 10:55 PM
would this work you think:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=260496905559&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
mikkowilson
10-30-2009, 12:07 AM
It's a handle (and nothing more) - FAR from a Steadicam.
- Mikko
Jean Dantes
10-30-2009, 12:39 AM
I say go for this, only $40 (for the "ready to use kit":
http://steadycam.org/
mikkowilson
10-30-2009, 01:15 AM
I say go for this, only $40 (for the "ready to use kit":
http://steadycam.org/
That's not much better.
- Mikko
jrod81
10-30-2009, 09:57 PM
i actually used one of the DIY steadicams with an old dvx i used a few years ago... it is fine but not all that sturdy
James0b57
10-31-2009, 08:55 AM
One of the oldest budget steady cams is a 2X4. You mount the camera in the center, and have two guys operate it. Works great on everything but whip pans.
Jordan_S
10-31-2009, 10:07 AM
would this work you think:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=260496905559&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
I can't locate it now, but I've seen similar ones for half the price. Can't attest to results, however.
One of the oldest budget steady cams is a 2X4. You mount the camera in the center, and have two guys operate it. Works great on everything but whip pans.
Or make it 22 inches long, stick handles on it, and operate it by yourself.
plinkoking
04-17-2010, 02:21 PM
I use this mount and it is great, super easy to balance. Plus for $130 delivered you cant go wrong. www.smoothmount.com (http://www.smoothmount.com)