2011Steadi-Newbies forum
Compatibility of RED One MX camera with Zephyr Steadicam sled
15 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- RED One MX camera with basic setup and prime lens may exceed the practical payload capacity of a Zephyr sled despite appearing to fall within arm strength limits
- Additional accessories and mounting hardware can significantly increase the total weight of a RED camera package beyond the camera body weight alone
Depends on
- The claim is based on a brief warning without detailed technical explanation
- No specific weight specifications or payload limits for the Zephyr were provided in the discussion
- The actual configuration tested and the specific accessories involved were not detailed
Gear in this thread
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