Any steadicam owners out here in CS?
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http://www.videolifestyle.com/forum/index.php?topic=176.0
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Calling Steadicam (Merlin) Owners
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Any steadicam owners out here in CS?
See the link for details.
http://www.videolifestyle.com/forum/index.php?topic=176.0
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any idea whats the best price for the merlin?
have anyone compare it with the glidecam 2000?
jaegersing
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I paid $1,500 at Cathay Photo. It's not a good price compared with ordering from overseas, but it's a bit risky to do that in my opinion. The first unit I got had a faulty screw and the clamp would not hold the tripod adapter firmly to the camera baseplate. Lucky I noticed straight away and Cathay swapped it for a new one, no fuss. If I'd bought from overseas it would have been a hassle (and a cost) to send it back. And imagine if I hadn't noticed and my XH-A1 fell on to the ground? Wah!!
anakin0618
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Me too got it for $1.5k at Treasure Productions.
I agreed with jaegersing, it is less a hassle when purchase in the local retail store rather than online. Less risk and can get it almost immediately depending on stock.
I agreed with jaegersing, it is less a hassle when purchase in the local retail store rather than online. Less risk and can get it almost immediately depending on stock.
treasure production sell merlin as well?
amateurshooter
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dunno if its against the forum rule, but i am selling my merlin the b&S. take a look
jaegersing
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Yes they do.
jaegersing
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Bro, is your the 'signature' special or limited edition?
Just curious.
I paid $1.5k for it too.
It says "Signature Series" on the box. Don't know if it's actually any different though.
it is indeed difficult to use....I've been practising hard whenever I could, and till today, I can only achieve a satisfactory shot of the move I want after like 3 to 5 takes.
And heck, I still cannot master my running shots....not easy... :nono:
And to the wedding/event videographers, don't even think of using this because it's damn leychey.... first off, starting and stopping recording is a pain....balancing the cam is another trick which will take a while to set up.....by the time u get your Merlin setup, you've already missed the shot.
I'd stick to traditional handheld anytime for events & only use Merlin for the shots where I can rehearse and afford multiple takes. :thumbsup:
And heck, I still cannot master my running shots....not easy... :nono:
And to the wedding/event videographers, don't even think of using this because it's damn leychey.... first off, starting and stopping recording is a pain....balancing the cam is another trick which will take a while to set up.....by the time u get your Merlin setup, you've already missed the shot.
I'd stick to traditional handheld anytime for events & only use Merlin for the shots where I can rehearse and afford multiple takes. :thumbsup:
Last week attended a cousin's wedding. The VG used Glidecam 4000 pro and DVX....all the way. The express highlight showed the moves and are quite impressive.
However, I noticed he only used onboard mic and no lights. And seems like did not take a lot of footages because when not taking video he can rest the rig on his shoulder. I think it is not worth it to sacrifice these just so that to get smooth moves. Just my view....
amateurshooter
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If you talk to experience DOP, they will tell you, you can't float all the time! Use it only when dolly is not possible and with some moving shot - use it sparingly! unless you are shooting ER
alternus
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Have a Glidecam Pro 4000
and a Magiccam dual arm full-body stabiliser
can rent either
mpepilot@yahoo.com
and a Magiccam dual arm full-body stabiliser
can rent either
mpepilot@yahoo.com
anyone want to sell their merlin ?
anyone want to sell their smooth shooter for glidecam 2000?
pls pm me your quote .
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