Glidecam HD-1000 or HD-2000? for gh1 AND hmc150...

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tikigod19

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Hi all, I need to buy a glidecam/steadicam for a music video shot on the GH1 (for this I know the HD-1000 would be great) however I also own a few HMC150's. At the mo although I'm unsure of whether I'll ever want to put the HMC150 on the glidecam, i'd like to leave my options open.

I notice the HD-2000 is rated for 2-6lbs and i think if my maths are correct the GH1 with 20mm pancake (probably the lens I'd used for glidecam shots) and a rode videomic pro is around about 1.4lbs.

Is it just a case of adding some weight to get the GH1 to function correctly or has anyone used it on teh HD-2000 without adding weight? If so then I guess the HD-2000 would be the one to go but if its going to be a pain to get it balanced right with the DSLR which is probably what I'd use most on it then I might just go for the HD-1000.

Thanks a lot
 
I've also read that some people use something like a manfrotto 243rc monopod head instead of a quick release plate on other glidecams which enables them to tilt up and down whilst gliding. I got this idea from post number 2 here but can somebody confirm that this would be required with the HD-2000 and that it doesnt have any other way of enabling a tilt whilst gliding? I assume it shouldnt affect the balance as if anything its just adding a little bit of extra weight which will be a benefit when using the GH1 on the HD-2000
 
i have a Glidecam 2000 Pro which is basically the same as the 2000HD except for the much better controls on the top platform and looks a little more refined. i used to put a DVX100a on it and it was a nice match. i also have the HMC150 and my kid uses the glidecam 2000 pro/HMC150 frequently. the HD-1000 will only handle 3 lbs. the HMC150 is 3.7 lbs without the battery and well over 4 lbs with battery.

HD-1000 is a no go.

when i got an EX1 i bought a Steadicam Pilot because it was a little heavy for the 2000 pro. i was able to use it but had to put a bunch of big heavy washers to counter the top weight and only barely worked, not ideal. you could always add weight but you cant take it away.

on that link you supplied i liked the head attached so you could tilt the camera up or down. great idea. if im going to shoot low aiming upwards as a default i move the camera backwards so it pitches up. not the ideal way to do it but it works. im going to look into that other idea. as far as using the levels? i guess, but getting your rig set by eye is not real hard once you get the hang of it. be patient though with any stablalizer though. it takes a good while to get the hang of the set up.

david
 
I know what you mean about needing patience! Trying to balance with a 60d and zoom lens weighing 3lb took several hours yesterday and I just can't move without it swaying. Think I'm going to buy the head to add weight. Will have to sell the quick release.

To be honest I've since decided I'll probably not use the hmc150 on it, it'll just be 60d and gh1 (which I've not even attempted yet as i fear it'll be too light. )

The thing is the hd1000 would be better for gh1 but the 60d set up is too heavy for that so I'm stumped. The gh1 is main cam so I'm wondering if I've bought the wrong one.

I just can't do it ;(

Anyone in the uk want an unused hd-2000?!
 
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