Recent News
New & Used Steadicam Items for Sale NOW!
11th December 2009
NEW for December!
We now have a New & Used page in the Steadicam section of our site. We shall be posting items for sale from now on here as well as on the www.Steadicamforum.com site.
Our latest items for sale include:
Steadicam Archer (Used)
Pro GPI Series 1 (Used)
Pro GPI Series 2 (Used)
Marell Video Link (Used)
... and much more. For full listings go to our Steadicam Centre or go to this link direct http://opt... read more »
Optical Support now offers the latest in Wireless Video Link Technology from Navtech.
24th June 2009
The Navtech system provides exceptionally stable wireless video transmission on busy film sets. Using the latest COFDM modulation techniques and diversity reception principles, it delivers high quality images in conditions where traditional analogue FM methods fail, and for longer transmission ranges
A rotary switch allows uncomplicated selection of up to sixteen settings. Signal strength and lock are all clearly shown by LED indicators and a simple meter. Reception is via the latest 2 chann... read more »
New Walk on Walk off Rickshaw.
1st December 2008
Another new highly engineered product from Optical Support to work seamlessly with the Steadicam System. The Step on Step off Rickshaw enables you to make smooth transitions from walking on to the Rickshaw plate or off it. With various locking positions for the wheels you can raise and lower the main body to suit different shooting needs. It also comes with a seat attachment and back brace for standing up against.
Soon to come with Balloon tyres for rough terrain.
T... read more »
C4's Kubrick Season Shot by Pete Roberston
1st November 2008
Promo, shot from the point of view of Stanley Kubrick, to promote a More4 season of the director's films. Made by Channel 4 Creative Services and shot by one of our highly recommended operators Peter Roberston who also shot the famous Atonement Beach scene and many of Steadicam shots on Hot Fuzz.
NEW Turtle X For DV Size Cameras .
1st October 2008
Just in and ready for hire!
Turtle X has been created specifically with HDV camcorder users in mind and offers the same innovative features as its larger brother - The Easyrig.
Suitable for cameras including the Sony HVR-Z1, Canon XLH1, Panasonic HVX200 and the JVC GYHD100 the Turtle X protects and transports your camera when used as a backpack. Simply open out the flexible support arm and you quickly and easily have a lightweight portable camera support system.
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