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Best DSLR Stabilizer?

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_Hammer_
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I just got the Cannon T3i and Im looking for a good stabilizer. Mainly under $100. Any recommendations?
Nov 15 2011 1:52PM
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[J_Gasper]
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Glidecam 2000 pro. Save up for that, beats any other reasonably priced stabilizer.
Nov 15 2011 2:01PM
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eheath
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You're not going to get a good "stabilizer" for under 100. You could get like a grip for 30 bucks but thats not gonna stabilize shit. Like ^ said, glidecam 2000 pro will be your cheapest, legit option. Flycams are similar to glidecams but cheaper, check them out. Just make sure you say within the range of the weight of your camera.
Nov 15 2011 2:04PM
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S.C
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the best budget one is that^

The BEST one period will cost thousands of dollars
Nov 15 2011 3:53PM
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[J_Gasper]
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thats what i was really trying to say. its the best in its price point.
Nov 15 2011 4:13PM
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123+ski
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Assuming you don't have any other form of stabilization, I would say monopod/tripod and a diy handle, then a glide cam. And I know its probably not what you want to hear, but buy nice or buy twice
Nov 15 2011 4:24PM
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Nov 15 2011 5:31PM
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gravel
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if you're cheap like me, why not go DIY? this "steadicam" is a bit bulky, but it's perfectly weighted for the t2i or t3i (or really and similar weighted camera/DSLR) - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mA-t8SaJ3VU
Nov 15 2011 6:43PM
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blatt
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if we're talking steadicams, 2000 and hd2000 are the only way to go. But tripods are pretty awesome too, wish I had one right now...
Nov 15 2011 8:00PM
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dispatchQ_main
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Oh my every thread in ma i see is you posting about your tripod problem..
Nov 15 2011 8:45PM
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blatt
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I like to express my dilema on the internet. Sorry for your inconvenience.
Nov 15 2011 9:07PM
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