What the thread found

• Adding weight plates to the camera stage helps achieve proper gimbal position and operating feel when using very light cameras like the HVX200 on a Flyer, with options ranging from 6.5 to 11 pounds depending on the specific Flyer model
• Positioning the battery vertically and tilting the monitor bracket to about 30 degrees enables dynamic balance on a Flyer
• Mounting a quick-release plate on top of the camera stage adds both weight and height while allowing gimbal adjustment
• Lighter cameras are more susceptible to being affected by gimbal hand movements and vibrations from accessories, which can be mitigated by adding stage weight
• Applying slight upward lift pressure with the arm control hand, preventing the arm from being perfectly horizontal, reduces vibrations transmitted through the gimbal
• Hard-mounting accessories directly to the camera rather than using flexible mounts reduces unwanted vibrations in the final image

Depends on

• The advice is specific to flying very lightweight cameras like the HVX200 on original and second-generation Flyer models
• The maximum weight capacity of the original Flyer limits how much weight can be added to the stage
• Vibrations from accessories depend on their specific mounting method and type

Parts

Monitor Bracket

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