Steadicam Steadimate-S

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Affordably converts handheld motorized gimbals into body worn stabilizers
Stabilizer arm greatly reduces the common bouncing image effect on the z-axis while walking with handheld gimbals
Execute more natural-looking manual camera pan movements
Wide vertical range of motion, including “low mode”
Greatly reduce operator fatigue and increase operating time by translating system weight to the across torso and hips through spring arm and vest

*Gimbal & Base package REQUIRES you to already own a compatible Steadicam arm and vest to work. If you don't own a Steadicam arm and vest, you'll need to buy the A15 Kit or A30 Kit. See below for compatibility and what's included with each variation.

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Product Type: Steadicam Stabilizer Systems

SKU: SDMS-A15VK

TRANSFORM YOUR SINGLE-HANDED STABILIZER

The Steadimate-S converts a handheld motorized gimbal into a full body-worn stabilizer system by attaching a mechanical gimbal collar/yoke and weighted base to the post of the gimbal. This allows a spring arm and vest to connect and assist the stabilizer, greatly improving the overall functionality and reducing operator fatigue.

The Steadicam arm reduces vertical bounce by providing z-axis stabilization, while the Steadicam vest provides operator comfort for long shots and long days by comfortably transferring all the weight across your torso and hips.

Add creativity to your work by smoothly pushing the camera all the way to the ground and back up with “Low Mode” capability. Increase panning finesse by performing smooth manual panning.

The Steadimate-S is available as a kit paired with either the Steadicam A-15 stabilizer arm (15lbs/6.8kg support) and Steadicam Aero vest, or the Steadicam A-30 stabilizer arm (30lbs./13.6kg support) and Zephyr vest for larger camera packages. The mechanical gimbal collar/yoke and weighted base are also available separately for use with existing 1/2” post stabilizer systems.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

Affordably converts handheld motorized gimbals into body worn stabilizers
Stabilizer arm greatly reduces the common bouncing image effect on the z-axis while walking with handheld gimbals
Execute more natural-looking manual camera pan movements
Wide vertical range of motion, including “low mode”
Greatly reduce operator fatigue and increase operating time by translating system weight to the hips through spring arm and vest

SPECIFICATIONS

Arm Capacity:
- Steadicam A15 Kit: 15lb / 6.8kg
- Steadicam A30 Kit: 30lb / 13.6kg
Handheld motorized gimbals compatibility:
- DJI Ronin-S
- Zhiyun Crane 2
Compatible with Ø½” stabilizer arm posts
Weighted base utilizes Ø15mm x 60mm rods
¼-20 accessory mounting holes:
- Gimbal Collar/Yoke handle
- Weighted base clamp knob
- Weighted base rod ends

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Steadimate-S Gimbal & Base

Package Includes:

*Does not include Stabilizer Arm or Vest. Only for operators who already own a compatible Steadicam system. (See Below)

Steadimate-S Gimbal
Base Bracket
Balance Stud
Clamp Rings & Screws
1/4-20 Tripod Adapter
3mm Allen Key
3/8-16 Anti-Rotation Screws
2 Weight Rods
2 Clamp Adapters
4 x 1/4 lb (0.11kg) balance weights
6 x 1/2 lb (0.22kg) balance weights
Instructions

Steadimate-S A15 & Aero Vest Kit

Package Includes:

Steadicam A15 Stabilizer Arm
Steadicam Aero Vest
Steadimate-S Gimbal
Base Bracket
Balance Stud
Clamp Rings & Screws
1/4-20 Tripod Adapter
3mm Allen Key
3/8-16 Anti-Rotation Screws
2 Weight Rods
2 Clamp Adapters
4 x 1/4 lb (0.11kg) balance weights
6 x 1/2 lb (0.22kg) balance weights
Instructions

Steadimate-S A30 & Zephyr Vest Kit

Package Includes:

Steadicam A30 Stabilizer Arm
Steadicam Zephyr Vest
Steadimate-S Gimbal
Base Bracket
Balance Stud
Clamp Rings & Screws
1/4-20 Tripod Adapter
3mm Allen Key
3/8-16 Anti-Rotation Screws
2 Weight Rods
2 Clamp Adapters
4 x 1/4 lb (0.11kg) balance weights
6 x 1/2 lb (0.22kg) balance weights
Instructions

STEADIMATE-S BALANCING GUIDE

STEADIMATE-S OPERATING GUIDE

COMPATIBILITY WITH EXISTING ARMS AND VESTS

If you already have a Steadicam arm and vest combo you may be able to use it with the Steadimate-S with little or no modification. If you have a vest and arm listed below you will just need to buy the Steadimate-S gimbal and weighted base alone. Some arms require the purchase of a new ½” post as noted below. Weight capacity of any system is determined by the capacity of the arm.

Solo arm & vest
Pilot arm & vest
Aero 15 arm & vest
Aero 30 arm & vest
Zephyr arm & vest
Merlin 2 arm & vest (requires new post, item# 801-7291)

*Arms and vests purchased with the original Steadimate system are also compatible.

The Steadimate-S was awarded

NAB 2019 Product of the Year

in the Camera Support category!

SEE THE STEADIMATE-S IN ACTION WITH THE RONIN-S

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02/18/2020

Anonymous

Canada

Steadimate-S

Still in the process of learning the system, but so far, it has been a tremendously useful unit. The Steadimate-S allows you to comfortably use the Ronin-S for a long time. An hour can be handled with no problem.