2005Steadi-Newbies forum
Budget stabilizer camera rigs: MagiqCam as an entry-level alternative to professional Steadicam systems
21 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- The MagiqCam performs adequately for independent operators and lower-budget productions when properly balanced and practiced with.
Depends on
- The MagiqCam shows pogo bouncing problems when used with camera weights below 12-16 pounds, requiring heavier setups for stability.
- MagiqCam has been reported to have significant delays in delivery, with customers waiting 5 months instead of the advertised 5 weeks.
- Customer service responsiveness has been inconsistent, with some users reporting unanswered emails and phone calls.
- The center column height may be shorter than desired, requiring customization.
- The system was used to support broadcast cameras like the Thomson HD Viper and Panasonic 900 series only with modifications to cabling.
- One user reported the MagiqCam had limitations for achieving certain shot types compared to professional rigs.