2011Steadi-Newbies forum
Essential power cables for Steadicam equipment on film sets
15 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- A comprehensive power cable assortment should include options for multiple camera systems rather than limiting yourself to just five types
- Recommended camera power cable types include connectors for Arri 12-volt systems, Moviecam 24-volt, Arricam/SR3/416/235/Alexa, Red, Panavision LW, Panavision Large Lemo, and Sony F35/23 systems
- Having two of each cable type prevents the situation where the specific cable needed for a job is the one you do not have
- Building your cable collection should start with the camera systems you are already booking work with rather than purchasing everything at once
- Moviecam cables are less frequently needed in recent years but may still be viable for occasional Steadicam work
Depends on
- This discussion is from 2011 and camera technology has evolved since then
- The specific recommendation about Moviecam cables being less common reflects the experience of that time period
- Building a complete collection requires significant investment and may not be practical for beginners