Morris's Sure Shot Heavy Lens Aid--Looking For Interest
Dec 21, 2013 02:21:28 #
bsprague wrote:
With all due respect, I couldn't hold my left arm out there for more than 10 seconds before developing the shakes.
The part that is against his shoulder should extend up and over his shoulder. That will allow the shoulder to support the weight of the rig, leaving his other hand to help guide and point the camera, but only support a small portion of the weight. Some rigs have a piece that rests on the user's chest along with the hooked portion on the shoulder. Add a safety strap to it and all the weight will be supported by the shoulder and chest and your hands will be free to guide and manipulate the camera. http://www.amazon.com/Steadicam-Shoulder-Support-Camera-Stable/dp/B00F8RES76/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1387610354&sr=8-9&keywords=Professional+video+camera+shoulder+support
Dec 21, 2013 04:30:34 #
gopiqpp
Loc: SAUDI ARABIA
imagemeister wrote:
She is a great photographer ! I would urge everyone to view her work . Her harness is better suited for BIG lenses 500 F4 and up and is really good for the range of motion it gives - but, is rather restraining in range of motion for smaller lenses as mentioned.
And, it costs $$$........
Dec 21, 2013 06:53:11 #
lowkick wrote:
The part that is against his shoulder should exten... (show quote)
How do you get your eye to the view finder on this one?? TNmike
Dec 21, 2013 14:47:47 #
Morrisdh wrote:
I am glad you guys have it all worked out. I am truly sorry to
have bothered you with mine. Thanks for your interest. mdh
have bothered you with mine. Thanks for your interest. mdh
It is always good to see new ideas !
Dec 21, 2013 17:37:59 #
TNmike wrote:
How do you get your eye to the view finder on this one?? TNmike
These are really designed to be used for video with your DSLR camera's viewfinder set at "live view" (your camera's LCD screen) if it has that capability. But if you look at the design, you can swing the "arm" that the camera is mounted on over towards your head. You can also modify the device by adding another arm where the camera attaches, then mount the camera to that arm so you can swing it even closer.
The problem with this kind of design, and that includes Morrisdh's, is that when you pan up or down, the camera will not line up with your eye properly. You will have to reposition the device on your shoulder which will cause you to take your eye off the subject. The units with the chest support will probably allow even less flexibility, but they will take most of the weight and pressure off your arms.
Dec 21, 2013 17:52:05 #
rocco_7155 wrote:
Very cool device. Good luck going forward. I'd be interested.
me too! :thumbup:
Dec 21, 2013 18:13:12 #
lowkick wrote:
These are really designed to be used for video wit... (show quote)
lowkick, I really understood what you were saying. The BUT is the Steadicam rig you linked to is a completely different type of rig than what Morrisdh is trying to design. The Steadicam looks to me like it would be pretty useless for birds in flight but pretty nice for video. I am very familiar with firearms and the Morrisdh rig would be used in much the same way. If you have ever used a shotgun you have to adjust your aim in both vertical and horizontal planes very rapidly (both for clay targets and game hunting) and it looks to me like Morrisdh is trying to design his rig to be used in much the same way and make it adjustable to be used with various photo equipment. Also you would still have access to some of you camera controls unlike a second grip where you only have a shutter release. Will the Morrisdh rig ever be as stable as a tripod--of course not but it looks to me like it just might be an improvement over completely handheld and increase your chance of 'getting the shot'. Respectively, TNmike
Dec 21, 2013 23:15:13 #
TNmike wrote:
lowkick, I really understood what you were saying... (show quote)
Thank you, if you can sight a gun and follow a bird in flight you
can pan and follow it with my rig. I have been doing it for a year
now. Check all my posts, if they say hand held it was with my
proto-types of this support. I am not trying to fool anyone into
buying something that dosen't work, I am only trying to thank
those that helped me on the way and that have the same problems with heavy cameras and lens. I don't lose contact with
the subject while panning, it also supports a Mono-pod without
bening attached to it. It is great for the folks that like to shoot
from a vehicle. I started this thread to see if the people here
would be insterested in something that is simple yet trustworthy
to hold thier equipment on. Mine has come by the hardway and
I would not want to lose it or get it broken on something that
does not work. I don't want something that is attached to me,
I want the freedom to move or sit it down or simply lay it in my
truck seat.
I don't see why idea from a plane old country boy offends so
many of you. Just think you were one mouse click away from
looking at this thread. For those of you that saw me for what
I am and showed an interest I TRULY thank you.
Rest assured I will put a few out there for my friends, I have
been working my ass off to get these completed and so far have given them all away.
Dennis Morris
Dec 22, 2013 04:12:32 #
imagemeister wrote:
It is always good to see new ideas !
:thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:
Dec 30, 2013 11:58:30 #
Morrisdh wrote:
...I don't see why idea from a plane old country boy offends so
many of you. Just think you were one mouse click away from
looking at this thread. For those of you that saw me for what
I am and showed an interest I TRULY thank you.
Dennis Morris
many of you. Just think you were one mouse click away from
looking at this thread. For those of you that saw me for what
I am and showed an interest I TRULY thank you.
Dennis Morris
Haters gonna hate. Ignore them Dennis, they're just jealous that they didn't get off their dead a$$e$ and do something like it themselves... Keep doing what you're doing!
Dec 30, 2013 12:27:16 #
Olfaht
Loc: Arizona
Birds in flight, especially bald eagles, is one of my obsessions - but my success rate is far from satisfactory.
I like your design and look forward to availability.
Thanks,
Reed B
I like your design and look forward to availability.
Thanks,
Reed B
Dec 30, 2013 22:54:47 #
skylane5sp wrote:
Haters gonna hate. Ignore them Dennis, they're just jealous that they didn't get off their dead a$$e$ and do something like it themselves... Keep doing what you're doing!
Than you very much, sometimes it just gets to me and I fire
back when I should just chill out I guess. Again thanks. mdh
Dec 30, 2013 22:56:04 #
Olfaht wrote:
Birds in flight, especially bald eagles, is one of my obsessions - but my success rate is far from satisfactory.
I like your design and look forward to availability.
Thanks,
Reed B
I like your design and look forward to availability.
Thanks,
Reed B
I promise you it will make a difference and I hope to have a
few ready soon. mdh
Dec 31, 2013 20:19:44 #
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