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hi bill so does that mean that there really is no market perception as to what system a "pro" uses? and one doesn't have to invest in a top of the line system to be considered a capable operator? in a sane world that would of course be the case... but nowadays people (and producers are people too... ;) seem all to fixated on superficialities such as name brands... cheers, franco

hi all i'm interested in becoming a steadicam operator. at present, i'm trying to assess the advantages and disadvantages of the various stabilizing systems out on the market as there are a number of good system choices apart from the "steadicam" product line. having said that, i'd like to know if it's possible to be taken seriously as a steadicam operator (particularly in the us market) without owning an actual "steadicam" but perhaps an "actioncam" (or some other product)? i'm afraid i might invest in a system that won't allow me to get any jobs, simply because it is perceived as not being "the real thing"... you know something along the lines of: "he doesn't own a 'steadicam' so he can't be any good..." i'd really love to hear some opinions on this... cheers, franco