What the thread found

• The Archer 1 with G50 arm has an official rated weight capacity around 24 pounds.
• Users have successfully operated the Archer 1 rig with 26-28 pounds of camera equipment over extended periods without mechanical issues.
• The rig can handle a Red One or Red Epic camera setup, though performance varies depending on additional accessories like matte boxes and batteries.
• A Red Epic with Zeiss prime lenses, full matte box, and two batteries was manageable on the G50 arm, but the same camera with anamorphic lenses and a larger matte box approached the weight limit.
• The Archer 2 has a higher weight capacity than the Archer 1 and can comfortably support a full Red One setup with the G50 arm.

Depends on

• The discussion references unofficial use beyond manufacturer specifications.
• Capacity limits depend heavily on the specific combination of camera body, lenses, matte box type, and battery configuration.
• No formal testing data is provided, only user experience from operational use.
• The thread does not establish a precise maximum weight threshold.

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