Vidpro SB-10 Professional Video Camcorder & Digital SLR Camera Stabilizer

Item delivered on time, was as described, great customer service. Just what I needed for the price!!! I saw something just like this in the store for about $400, but this was great for a person on a small budget. Handles fantastically! Once you figure out how to place everything in the proper place.

This is a very in-depth review. Look no further.I bought this item about six months back - was extremely eager to learn new shooting techniques so when I heard of the weighted camera stabilizer, I hopped on the study train and did as much homework as I could before finally settling on this, the Vidpro SB-10. Now for what it is, I want to say upfront that it's definitely worth the purchase. Whether you've been using stabilizers for a while or you're new to the whole idea, this is a great learning tool.I want to also say before anything else that a device like this takes a lot of time and patience to 'master'. One cannot buy this and understand all aspects of how to get your desired 'perfect' shot in one day. There is a ton of trial and error involved, mounds of frustration, and even the urge to return it when you can't get the hang of it. Don't give in to your mind! You must crawl before you walk and walk before you run.With that being said...First off, the grip it comes with is very comfortable to hold with one hand, which also aides in making it easy to twist and turn the stabilizer as you walk and move. It comes with three different weights to counter-balance your camera. Pay attention to the weight of your camera and your lens. You will need a lens that has a wider angle than a standard lens so that camera shake is less noticeable. Pairing this device with a 35mm or even a 24mm is not going to work.The padding which sits between the base of the camera and the rig looks great when you first get it, but be aware that eventually, it is going to peel off. When it does, you will realize somewhere between material type and costs of creation, they cheaped out in that area. Luckily, anyone can go to Lowe's or Home Depot or any hardware store and pick up a cheap, better padding to go in its place.My gripe about this product isn't even the padding that comes off. Here's what gets to me: They have a double-sided threaded screw with a nut that has a grip on it, so you can screw the camera onto the rig. This is very similar to your typical Go Pro or cell phone tripod without a plate and a manual one-size-fits-all screw. The camera attaches by tightening the nut until the threaded end is securely into the bottom of the camera and the camera is snug in place. Well, the nut you twist to tighten (at least on mine) was not glued or adhered in any way to the threaded screw. So, when you attempt to remove the camera from the rig by twisting this nut and loosening the tightness, the nut will screw off and leave the threaded screw in the camera's base. It is quite annoying and especially on a hot set when things must be done with speed. I keep a very small pair of pliers on hand for this situation, which presents itself almost every time when I'm using it.All in all, great product but it has its very unique flaws. Compared to some of the other more expensive stabilizers, this one is going to give you that exact same cinema quality 'flyby' look that you desire. I would even buy this again knowing of the problems that come with it because I know it's going to do what I want it to do.

Mounted a Canon 7D with a Tamron 17-50mm. It worked pretty well but was hard to get the stable point. Adjustments are very sensitive and does not lock in very well. The gimbal/ball joint's range of movement is very limited so the handle would always move the camera unintentionally. I gave it a 3 for the price, otherwise it would be a 2 star.

I film documentaries and this has proven itself time and time again! It's light weight and easy to maneuver. Which is a must in my line of work. I am going to be ordering a few more of these soon.

Mine arrived squeaky and rough with rust on both the ball that fits into the socket assembly and the bolt that screws into the handle. The weights themselves were also rusted and dinged around the center. The video I get with it is full of vibrations and squeaks from the rust.The design is fairly poor anyway. The track that the camera sits on doesn't have a space for a weight and so the camera has to sit really far back with the focus and zoom rings sitting on the track. There's not even room to use a cheap jar opener follow focus.it is easy enough to balance but doesn't stay in place. The nut that tightens into the bottom of the camera doesn't stay seated despite being sticky in the track.I get better stabilization and more control with a $10 DIY fig rig I made out of PVC. I was planning on doing a DIY stabilizer but figured just buying this one would save me the time without being that much more in terms of parts. Not so. I could have had a DIY rig done by now if i'd ordered a traxxas joint instead of this thing.

Exactly what I was looking for! This device is extremely customizable and works as advertised. I am using it in conjunction with a Canon 6D + 24-105mm + microphone attachment. It isn't quite maxed out on weight with my setup, which was by biggest worry before buying.To make it work a little smoother, i put some WD40 in the ball joint.

It takes some time to setup, I recommend finding some tutorials on Youtube otherwise you may waste a lot of time trying to do it yourself as there is no manual with it. But once you can balance it, it works quite well.Just a note, I tried to use a Samsung s4 on it, and the phone was too light for it, so rather dont buy it for use with smart phones unless you have the latest phones.The delivery process was great, tracking all the way to south africa. No complaints.

Another great gadget for my tools of the trade. This one gives you a little more than you're monies worth.I think that for the price and size, it's a hell of a deal.Shipped fast, great packaging to re-use and designed well and also to last.Make a good choice like I did and pick this one up right here too !A+++