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Balancing and configuring a GL2 camera with 35mm adapter on a camera rig for aerial filming
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What the thread found
- A GL2 equipped with a mini 35mm adapter and two batteries weighs approximately 14 pounds when paired with anamorphic lenses
- Two black springs placed in the arm bones can adequately support a GL2 with mini 35mm adapter on a rig, though the gimbal may need to be repositioned down by approximately three-quarters of an inch
- Image shimmering during running shots with a DVX100 and 35mm adapter setup can result from the camera's stabilization feature being left active and should be disabled in-camera settings
- Small steel weight blocks with threaded holes can be fabricated affordably to add ballast to lightweight camera rigs, sourced from local metal resellers and customized at the point of sale
Depends on
- The weight estimate applies specifically to a DVX100 with Pstechnics adapter and anamorphic lens, not confirmed for GL2 configuration
- Actual weight varies depending on which lenses are attached to the system
- The gimbal repositioning requirement depends on the specific rig setup and monitor weight used