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Fly Cam or Glide Cam?

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sam_anderson
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Hi guys, so i have been looking into buying either a Glide Cam or a Fly cam.
I know that the fly cam is not as good but if I got that i could get another lens or something.
Or should I go all in and get a 500-600 dollar glide cam.

Any tips and recondmendations would be great

Thanks
Nov 16 2014 9:34PM
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NWPA
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I use the DNA Glidecam 50/50 which works pretty well for $350. Depending on the type of camera and what you are using it for I would get that or a HD Glidecam. I've used a flycam before and they are built pretty shoddily.
Nov 17 2014 8:22PM
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.JakeThaDug.
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not gonna lie. you get what you pay for. I personally just went straight to the glidecam and watched a 30 minute video on everything you'll need to know about it and that helped a ton. I'd suggest the glidecam
Nov 17 2014 9:54PM
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Amarino
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I've had both, my flycam broke within the first 3 days, tried to get warranty and they were dicks about. Bought a glidecam 4 months later, as far as stabilization goes its much smoother, and build quality is way better. Worth the money.
Nov 18 2014 7:04PM
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sam_anderson
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Ok thanks homies, but does anyone know how the glide gear stuff is compared to the glide cam? Maybe looking at this to save a little cash

Thanks
Nov 18 2014 8:27PM
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CameraWiz
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sam_andersonOk thanks homies, but does anyone know how the glide gear stuff is compared to the glide cam? Maybe looking at this to save a little cash

Thanks


I recommend trying to find a used one. Also, you don't need the top of the line glidecam if you don't need it.
Nov 20 2014 1:41PM
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M3TRO
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http://whistler.craigslist.ca/pho/4766573464.html
Nov 20 2014 2:07PM
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