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STEADICAM 2000 and Z1UHEADACHE

 
 


famfilms
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Sep 20, 2005, 4:35 PM

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STEADICAM 2000 and Z1UHEADACHE Can't Post
Frown I've been working with my Z1U and steadicam pro 2000 for several hours, trying to get it balanced but I can't seem to do it. Everything I try just makes it worse. I've watched the DVD instructions and they make it look so effortless. Is anyone else using a steadicam with their Z1u. HELP!! IS there something I'm missing? is there anyone who has a basic description of how they balanced it. I don't have any attachments to it, just the basic camera, no onboard mic. How many weight should I use? The steadicam is very frustrating to work, but I've liked the results I've seen in demo. thanks to anyone who replies.


videobear
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Oct 23, 2005, 9:59 PM

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Re: [famfilms] STEADICAM 2000 and Z1UHEADACHE [In reply to] Can't Post
You mean the Glidecam 2000? I think this rig is designed for cameras lighter than the Z1U. You need the Glidecam 4000 model with the bigger cameras.




Regards,
Doug Graham
Panda Productions


videochicke
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Nov 1, 2005, 11:26 PM

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Re: [famfilms] STEADICAM 2000 and Z1UHEADACHE [In reply to] Can't Post
The Glidecam 2000 is "supposed" to support up to 6 pounds. I have a pd-170 on mine. 4 weights in front, 4 in back and they are pushed all the way to the outside edges. They are not easy to balance. I know people who have had theirs for months with no luck. But once it is balanced--how sweet it is!
Julie


rocksteadi
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Jan 9, 2006, 7:02 PM

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Re: [famfilms] STEADICAM 2000 and Z1UHEADACHE [In reply to] Can't Post
your not missing anything the z1 is a horrible camera to use with steadicam !
sorry harsh but true.


bbalser
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Jan 14, 2006, 12:39 PM

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Re: [rocksteadi] STEADICAM 2000 and Z1UHEADACHE [In reply to] Can't Post
Be sure you don't have too little or too much weight on the base.
I use a 2000 with the DVX100a (not a light cam) and had to move up to the 4000 to get the performance of the 2000 with a GL1. I do know someone using the set up you have and loves it. But, I didn't set it up for her.


Dave Williams
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Sep 2, 2006, 4:43 AM

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In Reply To
your not missing anything the z1 is a horrible camera to use with steadicam !
sorry harsh but true.
Simply not true.
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Dave Williams
Tirelessly making the world a smoother place for event videographers


Derek
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Sep 8, 2006, 6:53 PM

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Re: [famfilms] STEADICAM 2000 and Z1UHEADACHE [In reply to] Can't Post
Keep working at it you will get it balanced! Like Doug said, I would use the Glidecam Pro 4000 instead for the camera you are using.

Derek ~


Hollywood
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Jan 19, 2007, 8:07 PM

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Re: [famfilms] STEADICAM 2000 and Z1UHEADACHE [In reply to] Can't Post
You would a 4000 for that cam.