The lightweight and stateoftheart glidecam hd 4000 handheld camera stabilizer glhd4 will transform your shaky camera footage into hypnotically smooth, professional footage. In this image stabilization videos i test the glidecam hd 2000 and the dji ronin m. How to balance a glidecam hd2000 or hd4000 youtube. Glidecam hd 2000 medium sized glidecam hd dslr video camera stabilizer. The glidecam xr 4000 is not dissimilar to the glidecam hd 4000 in that it has been designed to support the same load capacity, 4lbs to 10lbs, so if you are simply looking for a gimbal that is strong enough to support the weight of your camera, lens and accessory set up, it comes down to what you are willing to pay for the unit. Please note since the glidecam 2000 pro and the glidecam 4000 pro are basically the same, this manual only shows photographs of the glidecam 2000 pro being setup and used. The lightweight and stateoftheart glidecam hd, hd2000 and hd 4000 handheld camera stabilizers will transform your hard to watch, shaky camera footage into hypnotically smooth, professional footage.
The glidecam hd series offers advanced features and a degree of sophistication never before seen in a line of handheld camera stabilizers. Footsteps at all, probably because im used to using a flycam, so you shouldnt have any issues either. In a nutshell, everything that is bad about the glidecam 4000pro, is bad about the flycam. Features fullscreen sharing embed analytics article stories visual stories seo.
Glidecam filming equipment and camera accessories have a reputation for being it also comes with a detailed user manual to help with assembly and operation. Flycam c5 dslr video stabilizer comfortable arm brace. The glidecams are great stabilizers and the hd 2000 is a nice option for a d800. Glidecam hd2000 handheld camera stabilizer pictureline. Flycam, glidecam, and skyler stabilizer features cheesycam. The top and bottom plates are difficult to balance and keep balanced. Ive been recommend a flycam nano, but if i can get better results by spending a little more. If youve watched my balancing videos for flycam and glidecam, i talk about lowering the sled a few millimeters at a time to make the unit more bottom heavy. Used glidecam 2000 pro manual vdigc2000pro adorama. D it has not been added any stabilizer in post production.
See figure 1 manual center post quick release plate camera mounting platform expandable base platform telescoping post hardware bag counter weights. Glidecam hd2000 handheld stabilizer for cameras from 2 to 6 lbs. I have use these bad boys for years now and they are the best in stabilizer technology. Glidecam 4000 pro with devin super tramp head extra. Nice price, easy to use, one of the better manual camera stabilizing systems on the market. I already own the hd 2000, but the dji ronin m looks very cool and it would be very easy to achive beautiful shots. Yes, this body pod will perfectly work with any stabilizer having the handles internal diameter of. Since the glidecam hd2000 is essentially the same as the hd and the hd 4000, this manual only shows photographs of the glidecam hd2000 being setup and used. The glidecam hd2000 can best be described as the poor mans steadicam. Since the glidecam hd2000 is essentially the same as the hd and the hd4000, this manual only shows photographs of the glidecam hd2000 being setup and used. Glidecam supplies a user manual outlining this process but you can also view our howto video below.
The product doesnt come with an instruction manual which for beginners is a. Yeah, i foolishly used one with no training on a pro shoot at a famous cricket ground. Steadycam vs gimbal what is the best dslr stabilizer. The glidecam hd series from glidecam industries is advanced and totally reengineered, so you can be sure to get an amazing shot every time. I am currently using a canon rebel 6ts for video and 5dm3 for photography, so i got the hd2000 vs. The glidecam hd pro is the latest model of the hd series and will.
Answer the brand used to stand for the latest cutting edge technology and innovation in the manual stabilizer space but this has fallen off over the last few years whereas their price tags have remained high. The glidecam hd 2000 camera stabilizer offers advanced features and a degree of sophistication never before seen in a line of handheld camera stabilizers. Flycam redking quick balancing video camera stabilizer with dovetail quick release flcmrk. Comparison of glidecam hd 2000 vs glidecam hd 4000 camera stabilizers. Find great deals on ebay for glidecam and glidecam hd 2000.
Here is the link for user manual of flycam cfc5 steadycam. I received my new glidecam 4000 hd to fly with my flycam 5000 arm and vest. Shop glidecam hd2000 stabiliser system for camcorder and dslr 0. With the glidecam hd series handheld stabilizers your camcorder seems to float, always balanced, isolated from your. Glidecam hd 2000 industries glidecam hd 2000 industries glidecam hd2000 ilizer system for glidecam hd 2000 handheld ilizer. Since you will be using your glidecam smooth shooter with either a glidecam 2000 pro or a glidecam 4000 pro hereafter referred to as the sled, you should make sure that your sled is already setup and properly balanced. A little test where i do the same shot with the glidecam hd 2000 and by handheld. Yes, the flycam hd 3000 stabilizer will work with glidecam arm brace. Best glidecam for dslr video production buyers guide.
Limited quantity available buy now see all glidecam items. A quick comparison of the same shot taken with a glidecam hd2000 vs. You could also opt to spend a few thousand dollars on a steadicam, but spending more money wont. View and download glidecam industries hd set up and operation manual online. Since you will be using your glidecam x10 with either a glidecam 2000 pro or a glidecam 4000 pro hereafter referred to as the sled, you should make sure that your sled is already setup and properly balanced. If you want something extremely similar, check out the glidegear dna 5050. One thing dslr video shooters need to know is that they are much tougher to properly float than a conventional camcorder.
So which one should i buy, which one do you prefer. The glidecam hd 2000 has a similar load capacity to the glidecam xr 2000, being able to support up to 6lbs in weight. Also, you havent to calibrate each time you choose a lense or the camera. Product was successfully added to your shopping cart. Flycam hd 3000 micro balancing handheld steadycam stabilizer. Today were taking a look at several of these devices to help you find the best glidecam for dslr video production to suit your needs as a filmmaker. I am thinking of getting the glidecam hd 2000 when i get my d800. The glidecam is a wonderful device that uses counterweights to allow you to achieve truly professional looking movement shots in your films. Page 2 hd and the hd 4000 are just smaller and larger versions of the hd 2000.
Flycam 3000 vs glidecam hd 2000 which is the best bestadvisor com source. The only advantage to a glidecam is like you say, the more organic movement. Glidecam hd 2000 handheld stabilizer for cameras from 2 to 6 pounds. S luckily didnt screw up all the footage, and the main focus wasnt the glideing, but it was a great eye opener to the fact you dont just buy one of these and suddenly have amazing footage. Page 1 glidecam hd series 2000 4000 manual setup and operations guide glidecam industries, inc. Hey folks, so i did a search of the forums looking for a topic that discussed the question im asking, but didnt come up with anything conclusive, other than that many purchasers of the glidecam hd regretted their purchase and wished they had bought the 2000. The glidecam hd 2000 is a very basic model, butit functions well as a stabilizing unit and is something that anyone hoping to be the next martin scorsese, anthony minghella or alfred hitchcock wont go far wrong with when they are just starting out. Get the best deals on glidecam camera stabilizers when you shop the largest online selection at. The glidecam and gimbal are types of steadicam although this is a brand too but traditionally a steady cam is a weighted stem for balance and a gimbal is a motorized system. If you want the pdf copy of the glidecam hd pro manual, here is the link. With these hand held stabilizers your camcorder seems to float, always balanced, and isolated from your hands. For example, the flycam redking is one of the most popular manual camera stabilizers right now and it is a much cheaper stabilizer than both the. Hd and the hd 4000 are just smaller and larger versions.
Great product, at some places it can even be compared to gimbal, you need to. Obviously, the glidecam is the best option, but also very expensive. Picture does not represent the actual item see all media. Ohne gehbewegungen, erschutterungen oder schwanken in horiz. Sorry for how vague this is, but i dont have much time, recommendations would be appreciated. Is your body pod compatible with my glidecam hd 2000. It produces results worthy of a hollywood production, but requires practice and skill for the best results. This topic has 2 replies, 3 voices, and was last updated 5 months, 3 weeks ago by try2ki55me. Glidecam hd4000 handheld stabilizer glhd4 focus camera. Glidecam hd2000 stabiliser system for camcorder and. This flycam hd 3000 can take the cameras weighing upto 3. The build quality of the glidecam hd 2000 is definatley better than the other entrylevel stabilizer that we featured, the flycam hd 3000 but on the flip side of this, we do not feel that this is worth paying double the price for, especially when they provide similar levels of image stabilization with the flycam hd 3000 also supporting a large.
Please see the glidecam 2000 pro or 4000 pro manual for details regarding proper sled setup and balancing procedures. Will the flycam hd 3000 handheld video stabilizer work with a glidecam arm brace or do i have to purchase the flycam arm brace. The contents of the glidecam hd pro box includes the following. Flycam hd 3000 2460cm micro balancing handheld steadycam stabilizer for dv hdv dslr video cameras up to 3. Compare the main features, specifications, prices and select the best model. Glidecam hd pro manual a complete guide on how to assemble.
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