- Affordably converts handheld motorized gimbals
- Stabilizer arm reduces the common bouncing image effect
- Execute more natural-looking manual camera pan movements
- Wide vertical range of motion, including 'low mode'
- Greatly reduce operator fatigue
- Increases operating time by translating system weight
The Steadimate-S converts a handheld motorized gimbal into a full body-worn stabilizer system by attaching a mechanical gimbal collar/yoke and weighted base to the post of the gimbal. This allows a spring arm and vest to connect and assist the stabilizer, greatly improving the overall functionality and reducing operator fatigue. The Steadicam arm reduces vertical bounce by providing z-axis stabilization, while the Steadicam vest provides operator comfort for long shots and long days by comfortably transferring all the weight across your torso and hips. Add creativity to your work by smoothly pushing the camera all the way to the ground and back up with ‘Low Mode’ capability. Increase panning finesse by performing smooth manual panning. The Steadimate-S is available as a kit paired with either the Steadicam A-15 stabilizer arm (15 lb support) and Steadicam Aero vest, or the Steadicam A-30 stabilizer arm (30 lb support) and Zephyr vest for larger camera packages. The mechanical gimbal collar/yoke and weighted base are also available separately for use with existing ½-inch post stabilizer systems.
Compatibility With Existing Arms and Vests
If you already have a Steadicam arm and vest combo you may be able to use it with the Steadimate-S with little or no modification. If you have a vest and arm listed below you will just need to buy the Steadimate-S gimbal and weighted base alone. Some arms require the purchase of a new ½-inch post as noted below. The weight capacity of any system is determined by the capacity of the arm. Solo arm and vest, Pilot arm and vest, Aero 15 arm and vest, Aero 30 arm and vest, Zephyr arm and vest, Merlin 2 arm and vest.
*Note: Arms and vests purchased with the original Steadimate system are also compatible.
- Steadicam Steadimate-S Gimbal and Base
- Steadimate-S Gimbal
- Base Bracket
- Balance Stud
- Clamp Rings and Screws
- 1/4-20 Tripod Adapter
- 3mm Allen Key
- 3/8-16 Anti-Rotation Screws
- 2 Weight Rods
- 2 Clamp Adapters
- 4 x 1/4 lb (0.11 kg) balance weights
- 6 x 1/2 lb (0.22 kg) balance weights
- Instructions
Steadicam Steadimate-S Gimbal and Base
- Arm capacity:
- Steadicam A15 Kit: 15 lb / 6.8 kg
- Steadicam A30 Kit: 30 lb / 13.6 kg
- Handheld motorized gimbals compatibility:
- DJI Ronin-S
- Zhiyun Crane 2
- Compatible with ؽ-inch stabilizer arm posts
- Weighted base utilizes Ø15mm x 60mm rods
- ¼-20 accessory mounting holes:
- Gimbal collar/yoke handle
- Weighted base clamp knob
- Weighted base rod ends
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