Steadicam operations at the 2006 Commonwealth Games swimming events

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2006Operating forum

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

External zoom controls were integrated into the steadicam rigs used at the 2006 Commonwealth Games, with the BeBob Zoe 2 zoom controller mounted on the gimbal for operator control during shots.
Experienced operators performed complex movements such as tracking from in-front of athletes to over-shoulder shots during medal ceremonies while simultaneously zooming to follow the action and flag raising sequences.
A 4mm lens was used on the camera for the swimming venue coverage.
Pool-end areas with starting blocks were approximately half the size compared to previous major competitions in Athens and Manchester, creating operational challenges for steadicam work.

Information relates to a specific venue and event from 2006, with setup details specific to that pool configuration.
The practical application of zoom techniques and their effectiveness depends on the operator's experience level and familiarity with the venue.