Choosing The Best Camera Stabilizer or Support For Your Video

　　There is a wide-range of camera stabilizers and supports on the market. Which one best fits your needs and your budget? Let's examine some of the choices.

　　Here's the good news... you were born with one of the most modular camera supports ever designed: your body. But there are times when the hand-held approach just won't do. In fact, there's little else more annoying than a shaky shot, especially when your story calls for something smooth. Thankfully, support comes in all shapes and sizes. From something as simple as a monopod to tools as complex as jibs, stabilizers and dollies, there's a support tool out there to fit just about every need.


　　You can think of a tripod as two distinct parts, the head and the legs, which are built to act as one. When looking for a tripod the legs, or "sticks" as they are sometimes called, offer stability and height.

    SevenOak SK-SW02 Handheld Camera Stabilizer Pro Medium
　　Fine adjustment Camera Balance Platform
　　Integrated quick-release Camera Plate
　　Adjustable convergence, precision, three axis gimbal
　　Adjustable dynamic balance and inertial control Base Platform
　　When balanced properly the camera floats, always balanced, isolated from your hands undesirable motions and ready for you to move into action.

While metal legs are a popular choice for many videographers, tripod legs built from carbon-fiber have been in use by many in the industry for a number of years. Carbon-fiber legs are sturdy, and just as importantly, light-weight. They lessen rather than transmit vibrations like metal legs and because they typically come without a center column, the legs can be spread wide enough to position the camera near to the ground.

Camera Rig
Camera Slider
tripod head