What the thread found

• A full practice cage (shortened version of established Steadicam® practice cages) becomes too heavy for the ARRI Trinity 2 when used for home training, making the total mass counterproductive for skill development.
• One operator recommended substituting a small camera package to allow more time and energy focusing on Trinity-specific technique, noting that heavy practice has benefits on set but ranks lower in priority for home training.
• A working solution shown: Sony A6500 mirrorless camera with autofocus lens, Cinemilled counterweights, and rod mounts positioned so the center of gravity aligns vertically and longitudinally; power via USB battery; HDMI-to-SDI converter; bridgeplate as the most expensive component (Wooden Camera Komodo model or more affordable SmallRig alternative).

Depends on

• Preference depends on available training space and whether operator prioritizes load-bearing strength or technique refinement.

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