Reddit reviews PR-1 Prime Video Stabilization Shoulder Rig Filmmaker kit w/ 15mm Swiss Rail System and Comfortable Soft Rubber Shoulder Pad for BMPCC, DSLR Sony Canon Nikon Cameras Video Camcorders
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The P&C Prime Video Shoulder Rig Kit is a solid foundation for video shooters looking to start out in 15mm Rail systems. The Prime Rig Kit can be configured as a basic lightweight camera stabilizer.Or configured to a more advanced shoulder rig for supporting LED Lighting, Microphones, LCD Monitors, Portable Audio Recorders, Follow Focus Systems, and more.The rods, clamps, handles, and shoulder pad are based around industry standard 15mm Rod systems which means you can continue to add on optional accessories from P&C or other manufacturers as you advance your build. For mounting accessories, we highly suggest using our P&C Variable Friction Arms.The long handles are important to prevent arm fatigue during operation, and the unique Shoulder / Chest Hybrid Pad can quickly be adjusted to transform the rig from a shoulder stabilizer to a gun-stock style Video rig.For mounting additional accessories, the Prime Video Rig Kit includes two P&C 15mm Swiss Rods ($65 dollar value).
Hi /u/Namisaur - I have the BMPCC and I use three types of handheld rig, depending on the situation - the stabilizer/steadicam, the pistol grip and the shoulder rig. Depending on what you want to do, I recommend:
Hope this is helpful!
Bill
/u/Grey-Alien - in this price class, I have been very satisfied with SmallRig and Photography & Cinema products.
With a $1000 budget, I recommend a [$78 SmallRig X-T2 cage] (https://www.amazon.com/SmallRig-Video-Camera-Fujifilm-Mount/dp/B06XRBPZ42/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20), a [$19.99 SmallRig articulated monitor arm] (https://www.amazon.com/SmallRig-Articulating-Rosette-Standard-Threaded/dp/B00NW6HO2G//ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20), a [$249.99 Photography & Cinema PR-1 Shoulder Rig] (https://www.amazon.com/VALUE-Photography-Cinema-Shoulder-camera/dp/B00A2WTNZE//ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20) (you can remove the shoulder mount section and handles when it's on a tripod) plus a [$22 SmallRig lens support] (https://www.amazon.com/SmallRig-Support-Height-Adjustable-Telephoto/dp/B01N1Q0UQL//ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20) for your XF50-140.
This setup will give you high quality components for a reasonable price - and allow you to mount everything you need on your camera.
Hope this is helpful and good luck with your conference shoot!
This one doesn't seem too bad.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00A2WTNZE/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_4?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A4IVYW5MZ3REB
Yeah probably not the best for professional people, but I've actually been asked a lot about it by others because they thought it was pretty cool(not just measly wannabe indie filmmakers like me, but people that own their own production companies and do important things in my state) and when I got it, it was only around 30 bucks. It's worked out great and my clients have liked the work I've shot with it.
Is this the one you're talking about?
Edit: Also stealing your idea to add my YouTube channel to my flair :D
Hey! This rig might be a little out of your budget, but it is way way worth it. All metal construction, breaks down pretty small so it's easy to carry, and if you outgrow it and need something fancier, you can still use all the 15mm bars that you have from this rig. When I ordered they include a few bonus items too, not sure if they're still doing that. You'll have to buy a Follow Focus on top of this, which will definitely put you above your budget, but I'm telling you... It's worth it. With camera equipment, if you don't buy nice, you'll buy it twice. So even on a low budget it's worth to scrape together some more money to get one that's nice enough to last, and versatile enough to still be useful if you upgrade.
Seriously though, being all metal is a big advantage. You see all those plastic connectors on those other rigs you posted? That should be a HUGE red flag for you, because plastic breaks easily, especially when it's holding parts together. The added weight also makes it easier to smoothly operate the camera. But mainly, it won't break on you.
IMHO I'd stay away from cheap follow focus/matte boxes and go with just the shoulder system.
I just got the PR-1, quality seems pretty decent. There's also Neewer and Polaroid rigs that are very affordable.