How does this product work (to stabilize)? Is it because it provides a good grip for small-to-hold cameras? or because of the weight?
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I would say a bit of both, but more that it provides a good grip. It is heavy, nearly as heavy as my camera, so it provides somewhat of a counterweight that you can hold and use to stabilize it. However, I would say that most of it's stability comes from the grip.
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I wouldn't use it for a DSLR. For DSLR's, go for the SmoothShot Stabilizer. For a small camcorder then it'll be perfect in stabilizing shots.
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My telephoto lens is twice as heavy as my camera the grip provides a way to carry the combo with out putting stress on the camera body since I mount the grip to the tripod collar on the lens.
1984951
The answer is both. The weight helps to stabilize and the grip is from underneath the camera. I found it useful for iPhone size cameras to small point-and-shoot.
1984952
We use it on the Sony PMW-EX1 when operating as a hand-held Camcorder. With out this handle the Camcorder was very unstable. This handle provided just enough stabilization to allow it's use in the hand-held mode.
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I use it with a Nikon D80 and 18-200mm lens. I have also added flash at times and the weight is something over 4 lbs at that point. I have used it in this configuration out-of-doors in a wind and have not been concerned about stability.
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This is not the greatest stablizer especially with heavier equipment. I tried using this with a nikon d800 with a nikkor 14-24. All together it weighs just over 2 kilos. At that weight your going to have to use most if not all of the counter balance weights and as a consequence you'll get a lot of swing.
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Yes. I use it only on a tripod fully loaded with a monitor, follow focus, 2 lav receivers, recorder, shotgun mic and haven't had any issues with stability.
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This mount will not be a good mount for a DSLR size camera. It works fine for a small point/shoot compact camera, but it is not sturdy enough to hold a 2 to 4 pound camera steady. I bought it to mount to a rifle scope and after some slight modifications it works ok for that, but my camera is a small Casio high speed camera. There are no adapters that come with it. WYSIWIG. There is a 1/4-20 mounting screw on the perpendicular bar that attaches to the bottom of the camera.
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I think it's sturdy enough to hold a heavy camera/lens combo like yours. I haven't had any problems with it, but that's an expensive kit you've got and it might be worth it to take a look at brand like Manfrotto. Just saying. After all, your camera gear is only as good as your supporting gear.
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Im sorry I couldnt tell you because this was a gift to my niece - she's the photographer and takes many many photos. I can tell you that this was advertized to do that and alot more - which is the very reason I bought it. It advertized that it could hold onto bike handle bars, fences and gates - sideways (or what you call 90 degrees) - and take photos accurately. My niece loves hers and remains very mobile because of it !
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No - I have looped the camera bag strap around the centr column to add weight. It's surprisingly stable - it is not meant to be a rock solid all purpose tripod. It's for travel - I took it all around Germany/Austria etc. and it did very well - it even kept my 6D w/28-300 L series relatively calm for long night exposures. That being said - it is not rock solid and does better when the legs are not fully extended. Highly recommend for travel - but if you're looking for stability - you're going to have pay much more for some carbon if you're looking to keep weight down and stability at the maximum. Hope this helps...
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This is so small it doesnt need a stabilization. I' am using on EPL5 and inbody stabilization helps
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I use it for a Canon EOS, but usually keep hand on it or near to keep it from swinging too far. It seems plenty strong to hold the camera. The connection to the strap is plastic, but is well made and appears sturdy. Hope this helps and good luck.
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The feet is made for stabalizing your spin and tilt so the it doesn't slip from under you. It's not designed to hold your camera unattended.
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Unfortunately, no. I used it for my GoPro to mount the camera to extend out from the drop bars on my road bike. It holds the camera securely, but it vibrates too much with every little bump because of the lack of suspension to adsorb it. In my opinion it will not work for the application that you are thinking of using it for.
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I have not used this with my camera but have used with my spotting scope. It is pretty solidly built so I don't think it would have an issue with the weight.
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I used this to attach a Nikon D600 (1.87 lbs) with a 50mm 1.8 (.34 lbs) to the inside of my windshield. The suction cup never failed and the joints stayed in the position that I had them at. The only issue I ran into was weight distribution. There was so much weight on the end of the arm, that the whole thing swayed at the base. I decided against using a DSLR with this arm and went with a MG130U (JVC Handheld Camcorder). The JVC only weighs 11.3 oz and is perfectly supported by this arm. I wouldn't go much heavier than that.
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Not quite sure what clip you are referring to but if it's the clip that locks in the strap length, then yes you should lock it. The weight may have to do with how you are wearing it; I recommend that you experiment with different positions. One word of caution: you must frequently tighten the screw that holds the strap to the camera. The other day, as I was hiking, my camera fell onto the ground because the screw was loose. BAD BAD BAD.
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Hi Zach...it's pretty solid but then I also use a Sony AS10 with stabilization. Even still, it works well. While the tightning screw has never come loose, I string a plastic zip tie through the end to keep it from turning. I'm not about to lose my camera from a screw set that vibrates loose. Anyway, I like it; it's small and compact and does not wobble like the bigger, taller attachments.
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No. This is meant to ask as a stabilizing handle for DSLRs similar to the handle that is built into the body of professional video cameras. It does not have any counterweights or balancing mechanisms.