Tom Howie

Hi johnrrr, It is important that your center of gravity (horizontal) is over the central post, so with the monitor 'flipped out', that would me a differing placement than if the monitor is retracted inward. Then, remember you'll want a 2.5 to 3 second drop time (vertical) balance, so the Glidecam is neither too top heavy, or bottom heavy. The rubber feet are relatively inconsequential, however, that primary goal is symmetrical place of weight and CG alignment, therefore it stands to reason that you either use ALL or NONE, but this could also be a little nit-picky, as I have seen many Glidecams is terrible condition and been amazed at the quality of the shots that were obtained. Make sure any Third-Party items are secured properly i.e. "Small Rig Cage"

Find the cameras Center of Gravity and at this balancing point, position the center of gravity over the central post of the Glidecam and which ever hole aligns with the hole in the camera mounting plate, use this one. email me direct at tomh@glidecam.com and I can assist you further, or call our offices at 781-585-7900

too bottom heavy, you can see in this video that you are close to correct balance, however, the bottom heaviness of the sled is causing the Glidecam to sway. Shorten the telescoping post by 1.5" and try for a 2-3 second drop time.

Hi Jeff, Are you flying your Glidecam with the 2-3 second drop time? There is some subtlety to setting up and balancing a the Glidecam. Maybe email me directly at tomh@glidecam.com and we can make sure your setup correctly Tom

Gimbal postion is relative, obtaining good balance is the primary goal - so if you can achieve a 2.5-3 second drop time with your DGS and a6300, then that is good. More weight does equal more inertia and stability, so this will increase smoothness with more weight, but no need to over do it

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Add a little lubrication to the central bearing that this will reduce this. Any slight sway should be controlled lightly with the guiding hand

The Manfrotto 577 QR is a useful plate that many customers add to the XR-PRO for around $35 USD

Are you noticing this in the video footage? When wide angle this slight rotation to the left might not be perceivable

There is a method of relubrication that could cure this issue. Have you considered this? It is a simple, multistage oiling proceedure.

Sachals your videos are Epic! Once again well done!!

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Hello Kuba, Have you had a chance to take a photograph of your Glidecam setup? It is always very useful to see a photograph, as there are many little nuances that can sometimes be resolved in seeing an image. Thanks!

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