FLYCAMGalaxy Dual Arm and Vest Body Mounted Steadycam for Handheld Stabilizer for Video Camera Camcorder up to 10kg/22lbs (GLXY-AV)

This is an awesome vest and very well engineered! My only issue was so many loose screws! Yes, I like many others have said the same. But the quality is VERY good! Just be sure to tighten up everything before use as you dont want to drop a very expensive cameras and lenses like I have for my business. The owners manuals are less than to be desired, however there are very good tutorials on YouTube. High quality, great price. Just tighten up the screws from the factory please and get a decent owners manual. I purchased this for my business.

The media could not be loaded. Big complaint. The yellow springs (the lightest) were machined incorrectly. When I installed them the first spring went in fine. The 2nd spring when I was installing the barrel spacer that goes into the spring can use a little tap to remove and install, well.. the hole on the 2nd spring had a taper in it that wasn't noticed until I tapped the sleeve in and it was stuck. I had to cut the sleeve to get it out and put it back together with bits and pieces I had around the house. I didn't need the yellow springs so I threw them away, no big loss, but I had to order the correct pieces so I can put it back together. That out of the way. I recommend checking every screw and adding blue or red locktite where you can.Once I got past the problems I got my Ronin M flying on a Flycam5000 with some added weight on the sled. The red springs are maxed out with my setup: Ronin M, Canon 5D MK IV, 10-20mm, Neucleus M motor 7" monitor on the sled and a some added weights from a cheap glidecam. It is insanely smoother than just the Ronin alone. I tried mounting the Ronin directly without the sled and it is doable but the spring was so stiff every shot required two passes of warp stabilizing so on the sled it lives!Test video was shot at 60mm and no warp stabilization. I never shoot that tight on this rig, but I wanted to test the worst case. PS it won't be in focus all the time because I left it on manual since normally my focus motor but didn't have it hooked up.

As an owner of genuine SteadiCams I must say I really like this unit. My SteadiCam is designed to hold up to 30lbs. However with gimbals, DSLR's, and smartphones, payloads are aprox 5lb when fully loaded with extras like lights, mics, AV transmitters...etc. My SteadiCam is to beefy. This unit is like owning two SteadiCam's in one. I can handle the current day payloads. I can even fly my mini boom on it(like the Tango). Considering my SteadiCam cost over $14k...this is a deal at $375 w/free shipping and I had it in two days.. The materials are well crafted aluminum and study plastic parts. Other than the same modifications I've made to my SteadiCam vest, this unit is ready to fly out of the box. It also comes with adapter sleeves to mount various sleds. I actually mount my sled from my SteadiCam.If you're on a buget...yeah, I highly recommend.Only con...it doesn't have tilt blocks for the arm. I'm machining a special designed set. I'll post a photo when finished.

I was going to buy a gimbal but decided to buy this because it was about the same price and I felt would provide better support. I was right. Even for a first time user like me I was able to get very stable video.

The concept is great. I bought this to mount my stabilizer on. Unfortunately, I could not even try it since the item arrived without the four buckles to strap the vest. The waist buckle was bent to the point it would not stay in the clasp. The plastic seems to be of poor quality and easily bendable. As always, amazon was quick to issue a return label. I was very excited to try this product but now it's going back. I am sure I can find something of better quality for a similar price.

Dollar for dollar you won’t find a better lighter load body camera stabilizer. It even costs less than when I purchased. The best value is buying this with the Flycam Redking for under $500 on Amazon.It’s a great introduction to the world of Steadicam production.When your forearm and wrist gets tired of holding your glidecam, flycam, etc., try this and let your full body carry the load for those long shots or long days of camera work.This model will carry loads up to 22lbs.

Vest came missing 3 screws but customer service got them to me, albeit it with a virtual nudge after they were not sent as quickly as initially promised (that's the reason for 4 stars). Product feels sturdy and the vest padding is nice and thick. Definitely takes some practice to balance the stabilizer and make smooth movements; if you're new to this, don't expect to be a master in one day! There are tutorials on YouTube which were very handy. Can't beat the price compared to similar items out there.

So glad I spent the extra money and bought the Galaxy. Fit my Neewer stabilizer with Nikon D3400, Tascam DR-40 and Rode NTG2 all mounted and balanced. Even with all that, I have to add a little weight to get the softest springs down half way. I know I will grow into this vest as I upgrade to heavier equipment. The weight is really focused on the hips, placing minimal stress on my back, neck and shoulders. Extremely satisfied!