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Connecting VariZoom Navigator stabilizer arm to Glidecam HD4000 camera rig
14 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- The VariZoom Navigator arm and Glidecam HD4000 do not naturally connect together despite being sold as a package by some retailers.
- A custom adapter pin may need to be fabricated locally by a machine shop to bridge the size difference between the VariZoom arm post and the Glidecam yoke.
- Contacting the equipment manufacturer directly is recommended as the best approach for finding an official adapter solution.
- An alternative solution is to acquire a Glidecam-brand arm instead, as Glidecam equipment is designed to work together as an integrated system.
Depends on
- The discussion does not confirm whether an official adapter exists or was supposed to be included with the kit.
- No specific measurements or technical specifications are provided for creating a custom adapter.
- The geographic limitation mentioned is Greece, but this appears to be a broader availability issue rather than a regional restriction.
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