Info about utility of Cam Caddie Scorpion EX

[FoxAdriano]

Do you think Cam Caddie Scorpion EX is useful with a handycam like Sony AX100? I never used handycam and I'd like to clear my ideas.
This is the link: http://www.amazon.com/Cam-Caddie-0C...396784616&sr=1-2&keywords=Cam+Caddie+Scorpion
Some users tell it is useful as for handling as for balancing and stabilizing a handycam like AX100 because vibrations reverberate on the handle.
I'd like to use it for to make documentaries in my trips.

 

[Spartacus]

The Scorpion may be nice for skateboarding when you need to shoot from around waist level (well, that´s how I´ve seen it used sometimes), but I would suggest a simple monopod for the AX100. Sth midsize and fairly heavy (0,5Kg) like this:
http://www.amazon.it/Sirui-P-306-Te...F8&qid=1402750193&sr=8-1&keywords=SIRUI+P-306
Screw it under and grap just under the camera. This will help to stabilize handheld shots, if you need them.
If you add a ballhead, you can stick the bottom of the monopod into the front pocket of your jeans/pants or use a dedicated belt pouch.

 

[Duke M.]

Since the AX100 has a rolling shutter you'd often find carrying it by a handle to create a lot of jello. For handicams most people prefer tripods, sliders and monopods with slow even movements.