XF300 and Merlin Steadicam
Does anyone have or know of a place to find a recipe for this combo?
The merlin site recipe book does not have this combo listed yet. |
Re: XF300 and Merlin Steadicam
Duplicate post, somehow - ignore this one!
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I'm not sure how heavy the XF300 is, but if it's anything close to my EX3 I really can't image you'd want to put something of that weight (and size) on a little Merlin.
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In a word.....no. The min. Steadicam you could use w/XF 300s would be the Pilot.....and you really should be looking at the Zeypher. Remember, you buy support eqipment (Steadicam, tripod pkgs, etc) based on the max. potential weight you could put on it. If you take the 300/305 and add a follow focus, matte box, on board monitor, and a lens attachment, you will be in the 15-17 Lbs department.
Jim Martin FilmTools.com |
Re: XF300 and Merlin Steadicam
I have used it successfully with the XHA1s and was hoping that someone had some luck with the XF300.
That combination worked quite well for me. It is marginally heavier, maybe just a litttle too much. Now to break the news to the wife. Perhaps I can get some advice in that issue. ;) |
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I have an XF305 & it is a bit deceptive as it is a lot bulkier than an XH-A1 but not a whole lot heavier (2.7kg vs 2.25kg) The EX3 is apparently quite a bit heavier at 3.6kg. I found flying an XH-A1 on a Merlin very hard work on my arm & I really wouldn't want to fly the XF305 on a Merlin.
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