2004Steadi-Newbies forum
Early-career steadicam operator shares first film credit and discusses beginner equipment setup
22 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- A new operator can start with an entry-level camera stabilizer rig rather than a full professional setup when transitioning into steadicam work
Depends on
- The original poster was doing primarily news and sports work where full steadicam rigs were not needed
- This discussion reflects early 2000s equipment and market conditions
- The advice to take formal training soon is based on preventing bad habits, but specific training requirements are not detailed