Posted by Jon Abrams on March 13, 2002 at 01:04:14:
In Reply to: Need Advice on Camera Mount... posted by tyson on February 18, 2002 at 14:57:50:
The only thing I can tell you is that if you have the money,
anything with a gyro stablizer is best. Sometimes you want a little
bounce in the shot. If you really have to mount the camera, try using something to
absorb the shock by compensating for it with heavy foam. I have got some nice stuff
when mounting a small tri-pod and head by cushoning it to somthing. Following the vehicle
with another vehicle with a steadicam on the back of a pick-up truck is always good too. Just make sure the operator is secured
so he doeasn't fall off the back. There is a mount called a Sparrow Head 200 that is great for Motocycles and things,
but again an expensive toy. Go to the web site, www.doggicam.com. It is not easy,
but do your best and good luck.