What the thread found

• The Tiffen SteadiSTAND is suitable for supporting a Pilot with less total weight than typical professional Steadicam setups.
• A heavy-duty light stand like the Impact 9'6" model rated for at least 15 pounds can function as a stand for a light Steadicam rig at relatively low cost.
• Standard light stands may not provide adequate stability when fully loaded with a Steadicam rig and may require reinforcement.
• The Steadicam Steadistand offers a good balance of portability, stability, and durability for backpack-portable rigs.
• Sandbags improve stability of stands supporting Steadicam rigs, particularly during spin balancing operations.
• A 25-pound sandbag is appropriate for stabilizing a Pilot rig with camera; two bags are recommended if the rig will be left unattended on the stand.

Depends on

• The stand recommendations are based on experience with a specific setup including a Steadicam Pilot, camera under 9 pounds, and arm around 10 pounds, totaling approximately 29 pounds.
• Light stand options require heavy-duty construction rated for 15+ pounds to be suitable; standard lighter models were not recommended.
• One user mentioned testing a light stand only with sandbags hanging on a dock, not with a complete rig in operation.
• The specific camera model mentioned is the HVX200, which may differ in weight from other options.

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