Posted by webpa on 01/10/66 11:44

tytn@Ukonline.co.uk wrote:
> Hey all,
>
> I wondered if anyone has any good suggestions for a cheap (£100 or
> below) steadycam-like-thing. Basically something that helps to keep
> roving shots steady. Is there anything commercially available for this
> price.
>
> Cheers
>
> Tee.

A usable approach is a monopod (1 m high) with 1 to 2 times the weight
of the camera in a sandbag or brick firmly attached to the bottom. Use
the widest lens you can manage within distortion acceptable to you.
Otherwise, buy the real thing.

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