2011Vests forum
Comfort and load capacity of the Sachtler Act 2 camera support vest
15 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
DisputedParticipants disagreed and reached no conclusion. Read the findings as positions, not as an answer.
What the thread found
- The Sachtler Act 2 vest can support heavy camera loads.
- The vest is noted for being among the most comfortable shoulder support vests available for cinema camera operators.
- The vest features extensive adjustability to accommodate different body types.
- Padding and support are generous throughout the design.
- The price point is significantly lower than competing vests like the Ultra2 or Pro vest.
- Plastic buckles have proven durable through extended use without issues.
- The back section has multiple belts and cushions which some find excessive for personal preference.
- At least one user found it more comfortable than the Pro vest for long-duration work.
- Another user found the Pro vest lighter with comparable adjustments, making it worth consideration before purchase.
Depends on
- This discussion occurred in 2011 and reflects vest models and pricing from that era.
- Comfort assessments are subjective and depend on individual body type and personal preference.
- The Pro vest comparisons were based on limited hands-on experience by some participants.
- Not all participants actually owned and used the Act 2 vest long-term; some only tried it at trade shows.