2018Operating forum
Body rig producing visible step bounce compared to handheld steadycam operation
What the thread found
- Adjusting droptime settings on the comfort arm can reduce visible bouncing from footsteps during body rig operation.
- Handheld steadycam operation may produce steadier results than body rig at slow walking speeds, while body rig performance improves at faster movement speeds.
- Proper vest fitting, walking technique, and camera holding position all significantly affect step bounce visibility and require hands-on adjustment.
- Reducing spring tension in the comfort arm and allowing it to hang low before raising to desired position can help minimize bounce.
- Steadicam operation requires extensive practice to develop proper technique and muscle memory similar to learning a musical instrument.
Depends on
- The user was self-taught without formal training when reporting the bounce issue.
- Droptime adjustments mentioned ranged from 1.5 to 3 inches with some operators preferring 8-9 seconds, suggesting optimization is individual and setup-dependent.
- No specific measurements or video evidence provided to verify the comparative steadiness claims between handheld and body rig.
- The discussion emphasizes that professional training is recommended but does not provide detailed technical specifications for optimal settings.