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

It's 720P at 60P. Looks awesome in slow motion too. Got to work on my Merlin set up and shooting skill. Still very shaky. Actual video file looks better than on YouTube HD.

Category:

Travel & Events

Tags:

• Steadicam
• Merlin
• GH1
• 7-14mm
• Tmes
• Square

[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.

[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!

[sethdonut]

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

[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.

[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...

[RobaczekBaczek]

cool queue ; )