2011Steadi-Newbies forum
Purchasing a used steadicam rig as a first investment
15 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- Taking a training class before buying equipment helps determine if steadicam work is right for you and clarifies what features you actually need.
- A Steadicam SK2 rig with interchangeable arms can handle cameras ranging from 4 kg to 20 kg, covering most professional broadcast and cinema cameras.
- The EFP rig is modular and compatible with standard professional parts from multiple manufacturers, allowing spring and component upgrades from various suppliers.
- EFP rigs can be modified and upgraded extensively, with plug-and-play options available for most components.
- A used steadicam rig in good condition is a viable starting investment when budget is limited but future camera payload capacity needs to be maintained.
Depends on
- The SK2 arm configuration described requires purchasing a second arm separately to achieve the full 4-20 kg range.
- The modified Flycam arm mentioned for SK2 was a custom one-of-a-kind piece, not a standard commercial offering.
- No pricing details were finalized or confirmed in the discussion.
- All equipment recommendations are from 2011 and may reflect older models and technologies.