Reddit mentions of Glidecam HD-2000 Handheld Stabilizer for Cameras from 2 to 6 lbs

/u/ jaejones - I recommend a 3-axis brushless gimbal rather than a traditional counterweight balanced stabiliser for the GH4.

My [Flycam 5000] (http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00BJ1ULNK/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1634&creative=19450&creativeASIN=B00BJ1ULNK&linkCode=as2&tag=hybrcamerevo-21) is sitting on a shelf in the cupboard because balancing it and flying it are such a challenge.

For less than the price of a [£465.96 Glidecam HD-2000] (http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0020LB0MO/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1634&creative=19450&creativeASIN=B0020LB0MO&linkCode=as2&tag=hybrcamerevo-21), you can get a [£429.99 Beholder MS1 3-axis pistol grip gimbal] (http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B014II2URU/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1634&creative=19450&creativeASIN=B014II2URU&linkCode=as2&tag=hybrcamerevo-21).

A brushless gimbal will give you a much more compact and easy-to-use solution - plus smooth handheld shots like these:

• [Limor & Moshiko Preparations by Vadim Action] (https://vimeo.com/132641600) (shot with Panasonic 15/1.7 and 7-14/4 lenses; Olympus 12/2, 45/1.8 and 25/1.8 lenses and a Sigma 60/2.8 - all with autofocus, no follow focus)
  
  
• [beholder 3 axis gimbal with panasonic gh4 by NOA Films] (https://vimeo.com/137750652) (shot with the Oly 12/2 - autofocus, no follow focus)
  
  
• [Installation for St Petersburg State Ballet on Ice by Vadim Action] (https://vimeo.com/133876085)
  
  The MS1's payload is only 850gm - so you will be limited to small lenses. If you want to fly the GH4 with larger lenses (e.g, with a Speed Booster and DSLR glass), you might want to step up to the [Beholder DS1 - which costs more at £560] (http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0194XFPZS/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1634&creative=19450&creativeASIN=B0194XFPZS&linkCode=as2&tag=hybrcamerevo-21), but is rated up to 2kg and can produce results like this:
  
  
• [The Amala, Seminyak - 4K Panasonic GH4 - Beholder DS1 by Head North Films] (https://vimeo.com/156789257)
  
  
• [Kerst met Anton Pieck Begijnhof Breda by Ton van de Merwe] (https://vimeo.com/149587808)
  
  
• [Voorjaar in ‘t Annahofke (4K) by Ton van de Merwe] (https://vimeo.com/164136005)
  
  Hope this is helpful and best of luck finding the right stabiliser!
  
  

Buy this lens if you don't have it already, it's great in every category and is a joy to use outdoors. The focal range is extremely diverse, the image quality is very good, and it's rugged as hell.

Don't get a gimbal... just get a really good tripod. I'm a recent Benro convert (though I still use Manfrotto head), check out something like this one.

If you absolutely need a stabilization rig, stick with a mechanical solution rather than an electronic solution for shooting in the woods. Maybe a Glidecam. I'd still rather have a tripod, tbh.

Hooo boy. Everything on my WL is weird! But the top of the charts would be things like:

The Furby I'm a film student, and the Furby is for a shoot I'd like to do, whereupon one poor soul is chased by demon furbies.

The giant raptor statue is a big one. I put it on my WL purely to share it since it's life size, and because holy crap you can own a giant raptor and stick it in your yard!

The canon would come next, It's an item I am debating on adding to my pirate themed bathroom.

And speaking of the pirate themed bathroom this skull toilet brush is going to eventually be a part of it. Unfortunately it's almost always out of stock, but I'll get it one of these days!

The dragon table is another oddity item on my WL. I'm keeping it on there for tracking purposes, much like the canon, because I plan on having my living room be Disney's haunted mansion themed and it's a good center piece. Can't get it until I move here in a few years since it's so large, but I often use my WL as a sort of checklist for future household items and this is most certainty on it.

Then there's the extraordinarily expensive stick which is a film item. A buddy in my Uni's TV crew has one, they're absolutely fantastic to work with and something I like to keep my eyes on.

Then we have the Gargoyle speaker set the knight helmet you can use as a trashcan, the horse rope (though I am starting to think I can just use the giant training leash my dog had since there is literally no difference between this lunge line and her old leash, but I do have to check length. Getting kicked in the head is not high on my list of priorities.) And then there's the oddity that is my Pet wishlist. It is mostly made up of extremely expensive small fluffy blankets and odd fish-tank items.

Glidecam HD2000 vs Zhiyun Crane

As of this posting, Glidecam has more reviews, a higher average review, and is cheaper than the Zhiyun Crane on Amazon. But do you want to play with weights and balance the Glidecam? Do you want the look of what a Glidecam can produce or a Zhiyun?

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I would start with 2 prime lens:

1. Panasonic 25mm F/1.7. I'm sure you're heard of the legendary 50mm lens. This is the equivalent for micro 4/3 camera.
   
   
2. Panasonic 14mm F/2.5. A wider angle lens is a good addition depending on what scene you're shooting.
   
   
   Then you need to be able to record high quality audio. Typically cameras don't have the best microphones.
   
   

• The Rode VideoMic Pro is a good quality option to improve your sound.
  
  
• Another option is the Tascam DR-40. This is a standalone audio recorder with its own microphones. Tascam's a good brand for these, and you can use them with other microphones, or lavalier microphones if you choose to use those.
  
  
  Finally, one big factor that separates professional-looking video from amateur is smooth motion. I would get a Glidecam. These have a bit of a learning curve to them, but once you get used to it you'll get some amazing shots.
  
  
  Good luck with everything. You've got a good camera so there should be nothing keeping you from getting great shots!
  
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> zhiyun crane

Looks like it has some solid reviews. Have you used the glidecam (link below?
Has some really solid reviews, a bit cheaper than the crane and others. Came across t=the glidecame on a FullTimeFilmMaker.com ad. The filmer uses one and the footage looks solid.

glidecam link:https://www.amazon.com/Glidecam-HD-2000-Hand-Held-Stabilizer/dp/B0020LB0MO/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1495766381&sr=1-2&keywords=glidecam+hd+2000?