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Review on πŸŽ₯ SUTEFOTO S40 Handheld Stabilizer Steadicam Pro Version for Camera Video DV DSLR Nikon Canon, Sony, Panasonic with Quick Release Plate - Ultimate Stability in Black by John Faxon

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Not bad for the price.

Be sure to weigh the camera before ordering this device. The maximum weight of the camera is 3.3 pounds or about 3 pounds. 5 ounces My Canon XC15 weighs 2 pounds. 7 ounces and seems to be working fine. My Nikon D850 with a VR 24-120 zoom lens weighs 3 pounds. 14 ounces and hopelessly too heavy. Maybe the weight of the stabilizer could be increased but I think the whole contraption would become too heavy and clunky. Some tips. Make sure you remove the strap from your camera before attempting to balance your camera on the gimbal. Make sure the logo on the device is facing the subject. In this case, the weight bar at the bottom is pointing forwards and backwards or in line with the camera. Watch the video carefully. Then watch it over and over again. Duplicate what the guy is doing. Also note that any change in camera configuration after balancing, such as B. Zooming or repositioning the movable touch screen or display screen, may unbalance the camera and require re-balancing. Zooming during stabilized shots probably doesn't matter, but I just wanted to add this. The only negative thing I would say about this device is that the handle is not optimally designed. It transfers a lot of torque to the wrist and forearm.

Pros
  • Slim design
Cons
  • Mediocre

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May 12, 2023
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