My Instant DSLR Stablizer

[Abe]

I have been searching for a good solid handheld stablizer that does not cost me arms and legs. Today, I think I found one that is very usable.

My rig includes the GH1 fitted with Panasonic AG7200 16:9 converter via Redrock Micro's 72mm ring (so I can align the lens correctly). The camera sits on a Arca Swiss type quick release which is then attached 30" off to the Stitz DL-1 flash grip.

The 30" alignment makes the difference. Because the Stitz is for left hand and I use it for my right hand, turning the camera 30" allows me to clear access to all buttons. The "extruded" base, by accident, let me expand my support for the camera and easily control the lens. I can also add left hand support (up or down) easily.

Here are some pics:

http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/album.php?albumid=375&pictureid=2442

http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/album.php?albumid=375&pictureid=2443

http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/album.php?albumid=375&pictureid=2444

The Stitz DL-1 costs only $10 from a used camera store and is very solid.

 

[Alpha Beta Omega]

This looks like something I used on my GH1 late summer last year:

 

[Abe]

Very similar, indeed. I accidentally turned the camera 30 degrees toward left to make room for the arca swiss to be mounted and found out this 30 degrees improves my left hand tremendously. The right hand handle gives me access to all buttons, including record, so I do not have to use my left hand to fire it up.

 

[SpenserS]

Lets see some footage. It just seems that it will only help a little...but for 10 dollars you can't go wrong I guess.

 

[Abe]

Sorry for the long wait. Here are some footage, with OIS:





Anamorphic, without OIS: (Anamorphic part does not work at Vimeo?)