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  1. Matthew Marshall
    Ok ive got a question for anyone who knows. With the Movi M15, which controller would be better for what situations. Theres the Movi Controller itself or the Spektrum DX7s. I was just wondering if anyone had opinions on them.
  2. Matthew Marshall
    Anyone hear of any updates on this... I havent seen or heard anything about release date. Looking to get it, however if its going to take a while well... ill have to pass this time around.
  3. Matthew Marshall
    As far as I can tell her its made for the ronin only. Fits right on its connector to the top bar.
  4. Matthew Marshall
    Works pretty good, I'll have footage up from a fashion show at some point. I was just wondering though. I don't have any experience in it but it says it supports 3rd party dbus and ppm receivers. I suppose it would be more related to drone technology however would it be possible to make your own remote control? In any case, its great as a BCam although briefcase mode can get a bit finicky. I also suspect I cannot properly balance it because the 5d Mark II I'm using for BCam is too light. I'll be playing with it a bit trying to get it to work.
  5. Matthew Marshall
    Custom Job, actually I think I know what im going with, its off brand, however in conjunction with the DJI ronin we might have a winner. Oh yes and Sorry the Wieldy Steadicam-II I know, its cheap, but its a starter and I can mount the Ronin to the sled for sled, brushless gimbal and arm. Hell I could even use the arm itself since its weighted for 30-35 lbs and use that to hold up a shoulder rig while using the dji for general shooting.
  6. Matthew Marshall
    Basically this....anybody know any good stabilizer arm and vests. Just the arm and vest no sled, offbrand is fine just it has to support at least 20lbs something in that range. So fairly heavy duty and most of those cost alot. Im hoping for less than an arm and a leg. Maybe around 1000-1500? I mean most of the ones ive found for those weights are quite expensive ranging from 2000 - 10k for tiffen. I know offbrand theres... Varizoon (hardly offbrand but still expensive) Came (horrible name I swear) Laing Wieldy. In addition I did see this article.... http://cheesycam.com/new-dual-arm-stabilizer-vest-vs-steadicam-merlin-vest Which seemed to indicate the merlin arm might be too strong a vest. Thoughts on that anyone? Otherwise im looking at the Merlin Arm and Vest upgrade and going from there.
  7. Matthew Marshall
    Is there a cheap even offbrand heavy duty Arm and Vest stabilization system for 20lbs and up? Anything at all less than thousands and thousands of dollars.
  8. Matthew Marshall
    Yes well as of right now im a one man show. Regardless im attempting to get this setup. I'll write a laymans review for everyone of all of it put together. DJI Ronin + Steadicam Merlin arm and vest (looking into this. if anyone has suggestions for a cheap well put together heavy duty more than 20 lb arm and vest post let me know) Will add sled at a later date, something like that XD.
  9. Matthew Marshall
    Ah nevermind 1/2" post. Edit as well Ok i dont know if this is possible but springs are springs. I mean would there be a way to rig a stronger spring to the merlin arm or would that break the pins and post holding it together? It only holds up to 15 lbs so I was hoping for a cheap and dirty way to make it stronger.
  10. Matthew Marshall
    Does anyone happen to know the measurements for the Tiffen Steadicam Merlin Arm post? What size would it fit?
  11. Matthew Marshall
    I believe with the DJI ronin you can. At least one way based off whats on the site is stabilized pan and tilt using the supplied 2nd controller. So a second operator can control it using the brushless motors. Yes I read further down the page. Smooth Track tuning allows you to pan and tilt so in theory yes. Let me check cinemilled. I dont see anything about it. Upon further inspection it may not since its attached directly to the arm. Great input, ill email them and make certain. Thanks exactly the questions I was looking for!
  12. Matthew Marshall
    Basically thoughts and possible difficulties of this? Cinemilled offers an adapter which forgoes the need for a sled, just DJI Ronin with its stabilization straight to the armpost adapter. Pictures and video from the Cinemilled Site. http://vimeo.com/105086034 From: Cinemilled It seems to have lowmode ability as well. Looks like a good idea to me. For the more advanced operators. Would this work with a cheaper vest and armpost setup something offbrand. Any manufacturing deficiencies or precision due to not being Tiffen Steadicam should easily be compensated by the DJI Ronin itself I would think. *edit - nevermind that, they have recommended weight restrictions either way the X-10 looks to be the best bet. Looking to use this instead of a typical steadicam rig for more versatility. Thanks in advance! --- Alternately to save money I can get different weight springs. Thoughts on taking out existing springs from the merlin steadicam arm and vest and putting new ones in for heavier weight. ---
  13. Matthew Marshall
    I have to say I'm fairly new as well however I've used the Merlin and it works great for smaller cameras like a DSLR. Rock steady minimum sway and balancing is easy. (Like I said I'm a beginner) I wish it had suited my needs however it may suit yours.
  14. Matthew Marshall
    Love it. Moduler is music to my ears wish they had a solid release date.
  15. Matthew Marshall
    When I get to the office I'll pair it down as much as I can and post a picture.
  16. Matthew Marshall
    I'm shooting with my main rig. The Black magic Cinema Camera and Redrock Micro Ultracage. All I can think of to lessen the weight is put the battery in a backpack or sidepack same with the recorder. Do away with the back part of the ultracage and never use the Micro Matte box with the Steadicam. It would essentially be a barebones not the best alternative but it might work. Last time I got it down to 22 or so. BMCC - 3.75 lbs Ultracage http://store.redrockmicro.com/Catalog/ultraCage-blue-for-Blackmagic-Cinema-Camera_4/ultraCage-Studio-Rig-for-Blackmagic-Cinema-Camera.html Matte box http://store.redrockmicro.com/Catalog/microMatteBox-for-15mm-Lightweight/microMatteBox-Deluxe-Bundle.html Vmount Dtap battery I believe IDX I think this is where a lot of the weight comes from. Marshall V-LCD70MD Sennheiser http://en-us.sennheiser.com/short-gun-tube-microphone-camera-films-mkh-416-p48u3 I think I got it down to 24 or so last time by taking the back part off the Ultracage. Using a 15mm rod battery mount. I still had the recorder a H4N Zoom and microphone on the rig itself a long with follow focus and the broadcast monitor.
  17. Matthew Marshall
    No no I ended up actually returning the merlin system since it didn't fit my needs.
  18. Matthew Marshall
    I am looking to buy only the sled. No arm or vest needed. Neither do I need the monitor I already have a Marshall HD monitor. Anyone wishing to unload just the sled feel free to respond. Looking for at least a Zephyr in terms of weight handling thanks!
  19. Matthew Marshall
    Yeah i was looking at the Zephyr. By all accounts it seems the "soon" to be released M-1 is my best bet for all around fit however the urgency to have one is high. Would the vest upgrade work for the merlin work to start with then upgrade to a heavier arm at a later date? http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000VQHQUA/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=2VA6SHCKDJJFE&coliid=I2NXSMBTK9RQQG I mean the main problem I had using the Merlin was that the counterweight wasnt heavy enough and the plate holding the camera slid. I could in all reality drill anchor holes and screws into a plate so it stayed a bit better. Something a bit tighter.
  20. Matthew Marshall
    I had the Merlin2 arm and vest. Turns out my rig is too heavy. It weighs in at (cut down) around 24 lbs. Full rig weight can be anywhere between 24-30 depending. Scale accuracy aside im looking to get one that will work with my rig. I primarily do live events so on the go. I use my two DSLRs as secondary cameras so I just want something I can use to quickly take my rig off a tripod and transfer to the steadicam for quick movement shots, or simply place on the sled and support the entire time. I've done some research. Looking at the pricing it seems there isnt anything for less than $5,000 or so that will work with my primary camera. Not sure if anyone knows, however is there a way to buy just a heavy duty sled and not all the extra bells and whistles. I already have a Marshall broadcast monitor and hookups so thats not an issue I dont need all that extra stuff I really just need a quality steadicam that is smooth for heavier weights. Option one aside, there is also the option of using a smaller stabilizer with one of the DSLRs. Thats fine, however that brings to mind the question of using a sled or using a curve. Going again, barebones with the Merlin or a different route perhaps the new Steadicam Solo (although im concerned about durability with that one. Not sure of the pros and cons of either. The curve ones I believe may have more sway in the wind so a sled might be better. Alot of my work is outdoors. That being said, looking for advice thanks in advance.
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