New_Zealand
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I was wondering if anyone was using shoulder rig and if so how do you like them?
Shoulder Rig
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Finn Yarbrough
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I use a Tilta rig for my F3, and it's absolutely necessary for me. It has a balancing advantage over some others when it comes to switching back and forth from tripod to shoulder, provided that you have a sony, panasonic, or JVC v-lock quick release plate. Lanparte makes the same thing, if you can't find Tilta.
legrevedotcom
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I also have a Tilta… one thing you have to know about them, is that they are still so early in their progress that you can buy something now and in a year, you wont be able to get spare parts because they have moved on since then. I have that problem with my rig. But I found a way around it. It just means that I can't use the off-set part anymore and have to use a monitor for framing and focusing on the 5D.
But I think their newer models are better…. at least I hope so. The tapped sockets in the parts in my rig are a bit weak. But nevertheless I like the look of Tiltas rigs, and the fact that you can get their magic arms off in two secs if you need to remove the monitor or whatever.
But I think their newer models are better…. at least I hope so. The tapped sockets in the parts in my rig are a bit weak. But nevertheless I like the look of Tiltas rigs, and the fact that you can get their magic arms off in two secs if you need to remove the monitor or whatever.
kwkeirstead
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I have a Gliders shoulder rig from India.
Huge difference compared to hand held.
As I recall it was less than $200.
See it in the profile picture.
Huge difference compared to hand held.
As I recall it was less than $200.
See it in the profile picture.
New_Zealand
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I looked at the Tilta and are really nice!!!! But at the moment they are ouch in the pocket book I need something really cheap for now. Any other ideas? I will check the the glider. Thanks
kwkeirstead
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Looks like Thecinecity no longer makes the "Gliders. Grey" but check out Philip Blooms "Shoulder Mounts- which one".
The first one he reviews looks similar- but the price is now $500 +
The first one he reviews looks similar- but the price is now $500 +
thekreative
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Ok I've had some really expensive shoulder mounts and never liked any of them (Vocas etc). I want the kit small, light and useable. So this is what I've got. For DSLR's I have to have a EVF to get the weight back (there are some cheap ones now) then a simple shoulder pad with quick release and finally some sort of grip. There are lots on ebay for $50ish. I use a single diving light arm and my right hand is on the lens for focus and zoom.
Perhaps not for everyone but other than the EVF its about $75 in parts.
My 2 bits
Just looking at the picture the shoulder pad should be under the camera (put it together for the shot)
Perhaps not for everyone but other than the EVF its about $75 in parts.
My 2 bits
Just looking at the picture the shoulder pad should be under the camera (put it together for the shot)
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claystevens
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Considering you are looking for a cheap one. My current Koolertron rig may suit for you. Though can't be compared with the Tilta. It helps me a lot.