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Long Truong July 26th, 2012 12:21 PM

Re: Glidecam/Steadycam Question
 
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Originally Posted by Ben McElroy (Post 1725404)
Just curious what others are doing in respect to glidecam/steadycam for weddings. We own one glidecam 4000 but hardly use it. We're anticipating a great wedding season with lots of opportunity to use it.

However, what is your workflow? I just ordered a quick release plate for the top of ours so we can detach from Satchler tripods and mount to the glide camera seamlessly. Sachtler Sandwich Touch and Go Adapter with Wedge Plate 1091 B&H

Do people recommend full blown suites?

Thanks!

How many shooters are you at weddings?

I generally use my steadicam during processional, recessional, reception introduction, dances and/or any activity that is dynamic and involves a lot of movement. But I would only do it if I had at least another shooter to cover other angles with a monopod

There are many tricks and movements you can perform with the steadicam to add significant production value to your piece.

The most important thing to practice is knowing how to balance your rig properly. I find it much more important than actually flying the rig.

I've owned and used 4 different models: Glidecam 2000 pro, Glidecam hd4000 + X10, Steadicam Merlin & Steadicam Pilot

The Steadicam Pilot is by far my favorite rig to fly a dSLR on. The non-reactive iso-elastic arm really helps you get smoother vertical movement if you wish to get more creative than the usual follow or wrap-around shot. The fact that it allows you to add front & rear weight at the top to makes dynamic balance much easier. The only 2 things that is a bit less interesting is the fact that the bottom of the sled is not flat and that the handle is curved, which is not ideal if you only want to grab it and go for a quick flight. However, the vest is very sleek so I wouldn't mind wearing it for a long period of time (if it wasn't because of the hot summer weather)

My next favorite of the list is the Glidecam HD4000. I love how the sled can be easily flown without a vest and how the bottom is flat so you can easily put it on the floor and pick it up at any time for a quick flight. I wouldn't really recommend the X-10 Arm & Vest, unless you're planning on flying your glidecam for a considerate amount of time. However, the arm tends to fight back when moved up or down from its neutral position, which doesn't give you as smooth a movement as the pilot would.


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