What the thread found

• A prototype SK rig with a magnesium Robings camera was used for running shots starting around the mid-1990s, featuring prototype SK arm and vest components
• Running rig configurations typically use compact cameras such as the SL Cine 2C or Arri 235 to minimize total weight
• An Arri 235 equipped with a 400-foot Steadicam magazine, S-4 post, and Preston motor achieved a total weight of approximately 20 pounds for running work
• A PRO Lite running rig setup has been used as a lighter alternative, paired with appropriate battery systems like Hytrons or Dionics
• Operators may provide their own specialized lightweight camera rigs for running shots, though production companies typically rent cameras from rental houses for this specific work

Depends on

• The specific technical specifications of prototype SK rigs are not fully detailed
• Camera and rig combinations mentioned are from different time periods spanning the 1990s and 2000s
• Discussion focuses on film production examples but does not cover all possible running rig configurations

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