Before I purchased this support, I knew that my video footage wouldn't be as steady as using a tripod or monopod. However, I saw potential in using it in situations where I needed to capture live events and move from place to place. I also expected videos from my DVX200 to be better than handheld, especially since that's a heavier camera.
As other reviewers have said, the part that rests against your ribcage gets uncomfortable after a while. I used this for a 1-hour event with my DVX200 (about 7 pounds), and after 40 minutes, I realized I should be holding at least SOME of the weight with my arms. Not sure extra padding would help, though.
To be honest, the resulting footage wasn't as stable as I had expected, and overall, I feel that using a monopod is a better choice, even when I need to move and capture footage at the same time. Even when standing still and controlling my breathing, the video footage was a little shaky. At least as shaky as when using a monopod.
While I haven't spent hours and hours practicing with this support, I did wear it for about an hour before the event to get used to it. Maybe with more practice, I might be able to get better results.
I'm keeping it, mostly because I suspect it will come in handy in some situations. I'm sure it will be more comfortable with a lighter camera, and maybe with a bit more practice, I'll be able to get better quality video.
One of the better aspects of this is that it's small and light. Easy to pack and travel with.
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Great concept, but DISASTROUS construction quality
Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2014
If only this thing were constructed of reliable materials, it would be a great piece of equipment. I purchased and used one successfully on 3-4 occasions, until last weekend. While shooting video with my Nikon D7000 and a lightweight lens, all of a sudden the tripod-threaded screw holding the extension to the support just broke (well, the cheesy, 1/32 inch thick plastic which holds the captive nut broke), and my camera separated completely from the rig. Just lucky I had a good grip on the camera with my free hand, or I would have wound up with a $1,500 doorstop when all was said and done.I assure you, if any purchaser would look at the photo of just how thin the plastic is that holds this entire mount together, they wouldn't dare purchase it. Unfortunately, the beefy plastic piece which is visible gives the impression that it is a sturdy mount, and hides the flimsy attachment point, only capable of inspection AFTER it fails and you lose your camera.Sure, it's a great price, and in concept it works fairly well. But even if it were free would it be worth risking your precious camera equipment?In my opinion, all those 5 star reviews are from purchasers who just haven't YET experienced a failure.This product really should be removed from the market, and, in my opinion, any company who keeps selling this piece of crap, in the face of the scores of negative reviews regarding breakage, just renders ALL their products suspect.Take my advice and stay away from this, and all the other similar no-brand-name clones. Stick with an all metal construction that is going to take care of your camera!
Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2014
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Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2014
I assure you, if any purchaser would look at the photo of just how thin the plastic is that holds this entire mount together, they wouldn't dare purchase it. Unfortunately, the beefy plastic piece which is visible gives the impression that it is a sturdy mount, and hides the flimsy attachment point, only capable of inspection AFTER it fails and you lose your camera.
Sure, it's a great price, and in concept it works fairly well. But even if it were free would it be worth risking your precious camera equipment?
In my opinion, all those 5 star reviews are from purchasers who just haven't YET experienced a failure.
This product really should be removed from the market, and, in my opinion, any company who keeps selling this piece of crap, in the face of the scores of negative reviews regarding breakage, just renders ALL their products suspect.
Take my advice and stay away from this, and all the other similar no-brand-name clones. Stick with an all metal construction that is going to take care of your camera!
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Great concept, but DISASTROUS construction quality
Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2014
If only this thing were constructed of reliable materials, it would be a great piece of equipment. I purchased and used one successfully on 3-4 occasions, until last weekend. While shooting video with my Nikon D7000 and a lightweight lens, all of a sudden the tripod-threaded screw holding the extension to the support just broke (well, the cheesy, 1/32 inch thick plastic which holds the captive nut broke), and my camera separated completely from the rig. Just lucky I had a good grip on the camera with my free hand, or I would have wound up with a $1,500 doorstop when all was said and done.Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2014
I assure you, if any purchaser would look at the photo of just how thin the plastic is that holds this entire mount together, they wouldn't dare purchase it. Unfortunately, the beefy plastic piece which is visible gives the impression that it is a sturdy mount, and hides the flimsy attachment point, only capable of inspection AFTER it fails and you lose your camera.
Sure, it's a great price, and in concept it works fairly well. But even if it were free would it be worth risking your precious camera equipment?
In my opinion, all those 5 star reviews are from purchasers who just haven't YET experienced a failure.
This product really should be removed from the market, and, in my opinion, any company who keeps selling this piece of crap, in the face of the scores of negative reviews regarding breakage, just renders ALL their products suspect.
Take my advice and stay away from this, and all the other similar no-brand-name clones. Stick with an all metal construction that is going to take care of your camera!
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