Mini Dv Steadycam - Random test shots - Parks and Playground

[mrwashur1991]

couldnt you have just got a smaller bearing and a smaller screw? or would that not work?

[SleekGTZ]

@mrwashur1991 - Yes, I could have done that, but it was more difficult to find a small bearing with a matching screw.

[eisontv]

do u use any type of desahking software in post prod after u done filming ?

or is this just str8 off the stabilizer ?

[SleekGTZ]

@eisontv - No deshaking involved in post production. All the clips were straight from the stabilizer. Tnx

[mrwashur1991]

@SleekGTZ are you a advocate for the company or are you just someone who bought this?

[SleekGTZ]

@mrwashur1991 - I'm just someone who bought it. The guy who makes this is friendly and very helpful. The unit is probably no match for a $4000 steadicam but it gets the job done if you put a little patience and practice. Good luck! :)

[SALVATOR11]

Would you recommend getting this without your upgrades?

thanks for the video!

SAl

[BlueCastStudios]

What JAG adapter package did you buy? And are you using the achromat?

[SleekGTZ]

@BlueCastStudios - The scenes in this video was shot using the Jag35E. I did buy an achromat lens later on which improved the quality.

[hussein1sayre]

does this work for t2i as well?

[SleekGTZ]

@hussein1sayre - I'm not sure about the T2i, but I think it might work since the mounting thread size is the same.

[TheFilmMaster]

I just think that the quality that you're getting out of your camera is amazing!!

[theTofuCube]

What is that version of "Clocks" called?

[SleekGTZ]

@theTofuCube - It was the version performed by the 12 Girls Band group.

[TheFilmMaster]

@SleekGTZ

Where did you get the piece of music? I really like it and I want to put it in a private video that I'm editing. I need it to be really top quality.

Please reply ASAP.

Many thanks,

Robert

TheFilmMaster

[SleekGTZ]

@TheFilmMaster - Music is from the band called 12 Girls Band. The title is Clocks.

[TheFilmMaster]

@SleekGTZ

Sorry, I worded that question wrongly!! I was wondering what service you got it from? (E.G. iTunes, Amazon MP3, eMusic etc.) I can't find it!!

[SleekGTZ]

@TheFilmMaster - I got the original music CD from ebay and just ripped it to MP3.

[TheFilmMaster]

@SleekGTZ

What was the name of the album?? I can probably find it on Amazon.

[SleekGTZ]

@TheFilmMaster - It's called Eastern Energy.

[TheFilmMaster]

@SleekGTZ

Thanks!! Awesome song!!

[TheFilmMaster]

Very good rendition of the song 'Clocks' by Coldplay!! I love it!!

[Originthemovie]

What is the lens adaptor you have on your camera called?

[SleekGTZ]

@Originthemovie - It's the Jag35 depth of field adapter. I got the Jag35e model to be exact.

[fisherboom]

SleekGTZ very nice ! I have just ordered this mini stabilizer of Phil

after seeing your vid, heard only good things about this Stabilizer and the visuals say it all.

and for the price it cant be beat !

How are you getting on with it ,now you've had it for a fair few months?

Also i would really appreciate more information on your ball bearing mod?

[SleekGTZ]

@fisherboom - Thanks! I have updated the video description with links to pictures of the bearing mod.

I haven't used the steadycam lately. It's been raining for months here in the Seattle area. Next shoot will be in spring or summer.

[fisherboom]

Also mate what size were the ball bearings?just so i can buy the correct ones of fleabay. why did you do this mod?is it really needed and how hard was it too do?

Thanks for your time sleek : )

[SleekGTZ]

I don't know what size they were. I just went to the RC hobby shop and tried all the ball bearings they had until I found the correct size.

Yes, the bearings did help a lot. But do note that the unit will become very sensitive to movements. But that can be solved by having a perfect balance. And when its balanced, the unit will feel like you're shooting with rails.

The mod was fairly easy to do. I just used a drill and a wrench.

[fisherboom]

Nice one mate, thanks for the update !

[fisherboom]

@SleekGTZ struggling to find the correct ballbearings here in the uk mate !

they are defanatly needed if you want presion so i am defantly doing your mod ; ) Is the collar on the ball bearing needed ?

or is the collar so when you tighten the bolt it grips to the collar  not the ball bearings?

thanks

[SleekGTZ]

You can still use a ball bearing without a flange, but you will have to drill a hole halfway through the plastic ring and snug fit the ball bearing there. That was my original plan actually.

[fisherboom]

Nice one

SleekGTZ your a star !

looking forward to seeing your summer shoot.

all the best Chris

[Dutchley]

This is such a good demonstration.

I own a Canon HV40 and have been looking around for a camera stabilizer for months. I've always loved the Steadicam Merlin but no way in hell am I going to put down $800+ bucks for it.

Question: I'm reading that you've done some minor modifications to your unit. Now, I personally think I've got pretty steady movements while filming (when I really try). If I don't want to modify anything, could I achieve approximately the same quality shots as yours?

[SleekGTZ]

Yes you can still can do quality shots with with really steady hands, but its a lot easier to shoot with the modification.

[southasianboy]

nice shots, smooth, good use of the product. planning to use this product soon for my next music video in the spring.

[cbarnes2029]

This looks so smooth. Great Job. Can you tell us what the music selection is? I am seriously thinking on buying a MiniDV Steadycam soon.

Thanks,

Chuck

[SleekGTZ]

@cbarnes2029 - Music is from a Chinese group "12 girls band" titled Clocks.

[ZacGTV]

WOW looks like a perfect music video to me. Great job, in fact it could make like a park advert.

[casualtimmy]

when are these going to be in stock?

[sonicballer8888]

did you do any slowing down in post production?

[SleekGTZ]

@sonicballer8888 - Nope, everything is real time.

[sonicballer8888]

sweet

[TheChocorooms]

What camera are you using?

[SleekGTZ]

@TheChocorooms - Its a Canon HF10.

[TheChocorooms]

@SleekGTZ Stupid me -_- It's was in the description! Aha

Great footage, it's amazing

[shayne233]

Can you explain the metal base plate you are using that is on top of the normal base plate?

[SleekGTZ]

@shayne233 - Thats just an aluminum bar to support the camera lens and the DOF (depth of field adapter). Even without using the steadycam, that aluminum bar is always with the camera and the lens. It also helps in "centering" the camera on the steadycam CG (center of gravity).

[shayne233]

Oh, so you use it like a rod support. I was trying to balance my HV30 with my Jag35pro but since I can't center the camera properly on the steadicam it doesn't work.

I need to get a support rod system. lol

[green4800]

Love the shot at 1.48. Could be straight out of a film. Great vid!

[nx2overide]

how is the motion on walking in a trait line is it bouncy?  panning motion look great!

[SleekGTZ]

If you're walking fast, yes its a little bouncy. If you walk regularly and with practice, it can be very stable.

[poprocz]

Wonderful video and even though this song is used on alot of YT videos it just seems to fit well with this one.

Nicely done mate.

[SleekGTZ]

@poprocz: Thanks!

[schumacher3344]

Hi ,

I have also a Canon HF 10,

which Lens do you use there?,

and I have always problems with ediditing my videos because my computer can't play the videos in original quality:-/..(maybe the pc is to slow==??) can you help me please?!?!?!?

thank u!!!

[SleekGTZ]

@schumacher3344 : I'm using a Jag35 DOF adapter to attach a Canon FD F1.8 lens. I'd suggest upgrading to a faster computer. But you might also try and see if you have the proper video codecs installed on your computer.

[schumacher3344]

Do you always edit your videos in Corel VideoStudio Pro X2 ...you don't have to render them first in lower quality...??..I always use sony vegas...perhaps I have to try Corel VideoStudio Pro X2....

thx for help

[SleekGTZ]

@schumacher3344: Yes, I always edit using Corel VideoStudio in full resolution. I just do the final render down to 720p just for youtube upload.

[kalaniman1movies]

my god this looks way better than my flycam 5000