What the thread found

• The Flyer is rated to a maximum combined weight of approximately 19 pounds for camera and sled together.
• The V25 can handle approximately 26 pounds combined camera and sled weight, providing more headroom than the Flyer for a 13-pound camera with future accessory additions.
• The Flyer arm is lighter, smoother, and offers better boom range compared to the V25 arm.
• The V25 arm is based on the 3A arm design and can feel stiffer than arms found on higher-end rigs like the G50 or PRO models.
• Arm performance improves with heavier camera loads; lighter setups may expose stiffness in mid-range arms more noticeably.
• A workshop with hands-on testing of multiple rigs is recommended before purchase to understand operational differences.
• The V25 trim knobs protrude excessively and risk damage during transport or use.
• Matte boxes and flow focus systems vary significantly in weight; specifications should be obtained from rental houses or manufacturers.
• Upgrading individual components of a V25 system over time is feasible as an economical path toward a more capable rig.

Depends on

• No definitive measurement provided for how much matte boxes or flow focus systems specifically add to overall camera weight.
• The comparison between V25 arm and vintage 3A arm performance was not directly tested by participants in this thread.
• Participant who criticized the V25 arm had extensive experience with professional-grade rigs and may have higher performance expectations than typical users.
• Location constraints prevented the original poster from attending in-person workshops to test equipment directly.

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