Video camera motion stabilizing device

摘要

A stabilizer apparatus for use with video devices that provides smooth video images. The stabilizer device comprises a gimbal system operably attached to a counterweighted pole. A video device operably attached to the top end of the pole can be balanced utilizing two or more opposing counter weights operably connected to the pole. The gimbal system is affixed to the pole and maintains the balance of the video device. A handle device attached to the gimbal system allows the stabilizer apparatus to be moved during video production, while maintaining the balance of the video device.

主权项

1. A stabilizer apparatus comprising:
a pole having a proximal end and a distal end; a gimbal system operably connected to the pole between the proximal end and the distal end; a counterbalance system comprising,
an upper counterweight comprising a rod operably connected to one location on the pole, between the gimbal and the proximal end, the upper counterweight being adjustable by moving the rod in a horizontal direction,a lower counterweight comprising a rod operably connected to another location on the pole, between the gimbal and the distal end, the lower counterweight being adjustable by moving the rod in a horizontal direction that is different from the horizontal direction of the upper counterweight; and a mechanism for demountably attaching a device to the stabilizer apparatus.