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Suitable monitor sizes for steadicam rigs
12 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- Field monitors for steadicam use typically range from 5 inches to 10 inches in diagonal size.
- For 16:9 aspect ratio monitors, a practical size range is 6 to 7 inches.
- For 4:3 aspect ratio monitors, a practical size range is 6.5 to 8 inches.
- Some operators use monitors smaller than 6 inches or larger than 10 inches, though these are less common choices.
- High brightness HD monitors designed for steadicam applications are documented in various online resources for reference and comparison.
Depends on
- The recommendations represent operator preferences rather than performance benchmarks.
- Monitor selection depends on individual rig weight capacity and viewing comfort preferences.
- Specific monitor models and current availability change over time.
- One operator noted that a 5-inch monitor, while usable, felt smaller than ideal for their workflow.