Tiffen Steadicam Pilot-AA Camera Stabilization System (Sled, Vest, Arm, Back Pack Transport, 5.8" L

I received everything in a big shipment box with everything in perfect condition.

Been using the Steadicam pilot, arm and vest for about 6 months shooting convention videos and so far it's been perfect. The hardest part about using the pilot is to have it properly balanced, whether top or bottom heavy. Since every user will use it for different purposes it will take some time to practice and figure out how you want to use it.

Have been using it for a few months already, its been with me to over 60 shoots. big and small and works flawlessly. Easy to balance. Easy to operate. Steadicam itself, not one of those cheap-o indian or chinese rigs.

If your looking to invest into one of these, I do reccomend you go with the Flyer. 20lb capacity is MUCH better, its biting me in the ass right now, but its still good if your into simplicity. Considering my dslr rig consists of a huge matte box, lots of rails, big follow focus, big lens, etc

Note you WILL need a c-stand with this, no grip arm required. Just to balance it.

Pros:

Easy to balance

Easy to use

Very portable

Light-weight

Chicks dig it

Cons:

10lb Capacity

AA battery isn't that great, you'll have to use Lithium or use another battery supply (12v)

Out of 10 stars? 10!!!

To sum it all up. Who needs a dolly? When you have this guy?

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