What the thread found

• A longer rig changes the lens height range and affects how the rig responds to operator inputs, which some operators prefer to keep consistent for muscle memory and intuitive control
• Post length can be adjusted during a shoot to achieve specific lens heights or inertia characteristics needed for different shots rather than maintaining one fixed configuration
• Using longer arm posts instead of extending the main post can achieve greater lens height while keeping the gimbal closer to the camera, though arm posts longer than twelve inches may introduce fatigue issues
• Different rig configurations are tools for different situations, and operators who limit themselves to one setup reduce their versatility across varying shot requirements
• Newer gimbal designs like certain swivel mechanisms can be used to change rig characteristics without physically swapping arm posts

Depends on

• The discussion does not reach consensus on whether consistency or adaptability is more important
• Physical limitations such as operator height and arm fatigue affect practical post length choices
• Specific camera models mentioned like Volt and Wave may have different requirements than other stabilizers

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