Anthony Violanto Posted January 25, 2008 Report Share Posted January 25, 2008 What are the advantages of having a gyro system? They seem to be quite expensive, and I am wondering if they make a huge difference or are more of a gimmick? When a gyro is activated on a rig, how exactly does the rig respond? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Members Brad Hruboska Posted January 25, 2008 Premium Members Report Share Posted January 25, 2008 What are the advantages of having a gyro system? They seem to be quite expensive, and I am wondering if they make a huge difference or are more of a gimmick? When a gyro is activated on a rig, how exactly does the rig respond? Well, it really stiffens up the rig and the shot considerably. I use them only on special occasions, like on car mounts, or on really windy days where you are trying to do a controlled tracking shot and the wind is killing you. Some Clients know what they do and know that they can work at a longer lens length with the steadi than without. The trade off is , you have to commit more to the shot, and you can't float little framing corrections as easily. The rig starts being more like a mini remote head in my experience and you have to plan more. They are noisy, heavy, and draw a considerable amount of additional power. I usually try the antlers first if i am getting screwed by the wind, as they are a much lighter and faster option. But if you want to do a rush-in shot on a longish lens, they really owrk great. Long lens off of a car or golf cart, they are fantastic , to hold an actors closeup at speed. But: pan speeds are limited, or the gyros 'cage' and kick a fair bit. B) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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