ok, i was looking around ebay and saw an item called U-flycam. Now from what i've researched, its just a cheaper knockoff version of a glidecam. Has anyone used one before?
Also, i hear constant complaints about balancing them (both the flycam and the glidecam) whats the deal with this?
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Originally posted by thehitmaker667
ok, i was looking around ebay and saw an item called U-flycam. Now from what i've researched, its just a cheaper knockoff version of a glidecam. Has anyone used one before? Also, i hear constant complaints about balancing them (both the flycam and the glidecam) whats the deal with this?
OK a bit off topic perhaps, just checking to be sure you know you can build an alternative for about $12 that does a pretty good job as a steadicam.
yeah, i've done that. After several shoots, i just didnt like it so much. I know that alot has to do with the operator, but i was hoping to get one a little better. That's why i was doin the research. But if the cheaper alternatives are going to be better, then i will just stick with what i've got.
Still though, i'd like to know about any experiences that people have had with them.
Professionals often have a lot of time working with the steadycam and other gear before they can really be good with it. If you have the same camera operator you might be stepping backwards and starting all over again if you get new equipment. Just a thought.
RJSchwarz
San Diego, CA
RJSchwarz
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Originally posted by thehitmaker667
yeah, i've done that. After several shoots, i just didnt like it so much. I know that alot has to do with the operator, but i was hoping to get one a little better. That's why i was doin the research. But if the cheaper alternatives are going to be better, then i will just stick with what i've got.Still though, i'd like to know about any experiences that people have had with them.
I too had a go with the 14$ steadycam and also didn't really like it too much- found there was too much horizontal motion. Anyway, I decided to go with a monopod option (as i needed one anyway and I've seen some very good results with people just using a decent monopod). I went with the Manfrotto 558B Video Monopod, ?60 posted (about $115). I'll let you know how it goes when I try it out.
One of my main concerns with building your own steadicam is the safety of mounting a larger camera onto it, and this was another reason i went for a tried and tested monopod :). Besides, I can always mount a weight on the bottom of it and clamp a handle to the shaft ?:p?
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