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Tiffen Introduces the New SteadicamÒ Pilot for Video Production
Las Vegas, NV, NAB 2007, Booth SU8520, April 15th - Steadicam, a division of The Tiffen Company, proudly introduces the new Steadicam Pilot™, state of the art, lightweight stabilizer system designed especially for the modern breed of lightweight cameras from 2 to 10 pounds.
Video professionals need add only battery and camera of choice as all other required system components are provided for normal operation. The Optional SteadiStand™ or Turtle Base “C” Stand, required for Steadicam® balance and operation, fits neatly in the available soft carry case.
The Steadicam® Pilot is designed with a lightweight Iso-elastic Arm and ultra low profile vest, lightweight sled with CarbonLite expandable post, upgradeable color 3.5” LCD Monitor, low mass gimbal and offers advanced features/benefits with low cost for the Video Professional.
The Iso-ElasticTM arm is an articulated No-Tools design that can be adjusted while supporting the camera. This patented unique design allows the Steadicam operator to place the arm in any position where it will remain. This is especially useful for “lock-off” shots. The lightweight Pilot Arm is designed to provide the same performance and flexibility as the larger Steadicam models.
The 3.5” LCD monitor is standard and provides good contrast from dark to light situations. The monitor weight and location on the sled assures the operator perfect balance and ease of operation. Utilizing a proven Low Mass Gimbal the operator has the ability to capture the fluid movement that only Steadicam® can provide. No-tools precision camera stage establishes a solid base for the camera and facilitates smooth adjustment ease from side to side plus fore and aft. The monitor is upgradeable to a 5.8” - 16:9 version.
The Carbonlite expandable post and interface to the stage form a solid bond to assure no jitter in the picture as the operator captures those unique scenes. The stage plate is indexed so that the camera can be re-moved and re-mounted without the need to re-adjust the balance. The stage can be easily accessorized with focus motor mount, additional connectors or dovetail type camera plate.
The sled boasts a true three axis gimbal and is equipped with counter weights for balance and positionable monitor, gimbal and battery mounts. The Pilot sled compacts down by removing the lower cross tube.
The Pilot’s ultra lightweight, low profile vest is designed to provide complete comfort and functionality for extended productions and long continuous shots. No-tools adjustments make it easy to adjust on the “fly”.
12 volt battery pack options are: “AA” battery pack, V-lock or Anton Bauer.
Steadicam is a Division of The Tiffen Company, 90 Oser Avenue, Hauppauge, New York 11788, Telephone: 631.273.2500, Fax: 631.273.2557; www.tiffen.com.
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