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Specifications and design features of the Glidecam V35 stabilizer prototype shown at NAB 2004

22 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.

What the thread found

  • The V35 arm was designed as a scaled-down version of the Gold arm with a weight capacity in the mid-20 pound range.
  • The V35 arm connects to the vest via two metal pins and can be configured for either left or right shoulder operation.
  • The V35 features a new gimbal design different from previous models.
  • The V35 vest combines design elements from both the V20 and Gold vest models.
  • The prototype V35 sled shown at NAB was incomplete and built specifically for the trade show display.
  • The Steadicam Flyer mini arm features a single spring per section and operates smoothly with a 4 to 15 pound payload capacity.
  • The Flyer arm includes tool-free adjustments for weight capacity and arm angle, and its socket block can mount to existing vests.
  • The Flyer sled includes a 16x9 monitor, 0.75 diameter post, improved gimbal, and proper yoke compared to earlier mini models.
  • The Flyer system was priced at 6500 dollars with stand and docking bracket but without batteries or charger.

Depends on

  • The V35 prototype was incomplete at the time of the trade show and specifications could change during development.
  • Details about the V35 gimbal design were not fully recalled by the observer.
  • The Flyer arm specifications come from a single observer's account and were not independently verified in the thread.
  • No long-term field testing results were discussed.

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Docking Bracket

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