2011Forum Steadi-Newbies
Auswahl eines Steadicam-Rigs für einen jungen Eigentümer einer Produktionsfirma
15 Jahre alt. Geräte und Preise können sich seitdem geändert haben.
Was die Diskussion ergab
- Der Kauf von Off-Brand- oder Knock-Off-Stabilisatormodellen führt zu einem schlechten Wiederverkaufswert und sollte zugunsten etablierter Marken wie Tiffen, Glidecam oder Sachtler vermieden werden.
- A used original aluminum-post Flyer can be found in the 4000-4500 dollar range with a 15-pound camera capacity, while a used second-generation carbon-post Flyer LE costs 5000-6000 dollars with a 19-pound capacity.
- Taking a two-day Steadicam workshop is more valuable than immediately purchasing equipment and helps operators understand their actual needs before making significant investments.
- Entry-level rigs become obsolete quickly as operators gain experience, so eventual resale losses are likely regardless of initial purchase choice.
- For production companies that use Steadicam infrequently, hiring experienced operators for specific projects is often more cost-effective than owning equipment.
- Branded stabilizers hold their resale value significantly better than generic camera equipment like digital bodies.
- The Pilot model has a 10-pound camera weight limit which constrains its usefulness for heavier cameras like a RED.
Hängt ab von
- The discussion centers on 2011 equipment pricing and availability, which may not reflect current market conditions.
- Specific operator recommendations and availability in particular regions may have changed since the thread was posted.
- The young person's actual budget constraints and final purchasing decision are not definitively stated in the thread.