Steadicam Merlin, Panasonic GH1 w/ 7-14mm @7mm in Tmes Square

[sethdonut]

This is so, so cool. Thanks for uploading this.

[1650million]

I like this effect a lot, but I´m also thinking about shooting in ETC mode, getting a 35-70mm or so. Have you tried it?

[astoria3011]

@1650million ETC mode on GH2 is amazing!!  It's full 1080P/i or 720P.

[1650million]

@astoria3011 Oops, I didn´t realize you were shooting with the GH1, sorry. Yep, I think it must be great having f/4 in the longer range too, but I cannot find any video with people shooting this lens in ETC mode, not sure why...

[kb1jki1]

the panning is amazing with the wide angle. the swaying is possibly a result of too much ballast weight, but swinging the camera quickly in a wide arc and stopping will result in irratic sway, just the same as if you are running and come to a sudden halt the camera will tilt up. The subject is an excellent choice too. I'd love to see more practice of this type on youtube. keep at it.

[RobaczekBaczek]

cool queue  ; )

[TheWarRoomInc]

Nice, but the swaying was a bit annoying!

[astoria3011]

@TheWarRoomInc

Yes, this was my first time trying Steadicam Merlin. I improved on my setup and operation. Check out my new videos!

[sackajapeanuts]

nice touch on the steadicam. go for the less aggressive sweeps now... but im sure you can do it...

[astoria3011]

@sackajapeanuts

Thanks! I just uploaded the #2 video with more stable steadicam operation. Please check it out too!

[soylentdean]

Thanks for this. Gorgeous.

[astoria3011]

@soylentdean

You're welcome and thanks for your comment!

[astoria3011]

I'll post more of Merlin + GH1 with different lenses too! Stay tuned. Don't touch that dial!

[astoria3011]

This is the first day of trying my newly acquired Steadicam Merlin. It was a little windy too. Should get more stable as I get used to and improve Merlin set up and operation. Any comments , questions welcomed!