AFUNTAPro Handheld Video DSLR Camera Stabilizer Steady Compatible GoPro Cannon Nikon Sony Camera Cam Camcorder DV Smartphone up to 2.1 lbs with Smooth Pro Steady Glide -Red/Silver/Black

I've had this for about a week now and I really like it. I was going to build a "DIY" mount similar to this, but when I found this for the price, I decided to simply purchase rather than do DIY, for the simple fact that the cost for parts to build would be almost as much to buy, and that this is more portable and probably more durable than the DIY plans I had.I shoot HD video mostly outdoors for a Youtube channel. It takes a little time to set up, but once it's set up and you get to know how it works, it works quite well. I took mine out and shot a couple hours of practice footage before using it on an actual shoot. I can see where some of the more expensive styles of gimbal type steady cam mounts would be more ideal, but this is more than satisfactory for the price.One thing everyone seems to think though, is that you're going to go out and instantly shoot cinema-quality footage in five minutes' time. It doesn't work that way. This is a tool, and you have to learn how to balance it properly (there are TONS of YT videos showing you how to do just that) and you need to learn how to fly it properly (again, TONS of YT videos showing you the technique). It's a bit of an art form and it has to be learned, so if you want instant gratification, then this tool and shooting quality video just isn't for you. If you're willing to take a few hours to learn how to balance your cam properly and practice the proper technique to use it, then this is a great steady cam tool for the price.

Nice design and some heft to it. A lot of work to balance my Canon 60D DSLR on it and a long lens is an absolute impossibility (exceeds it's weight recommendations and just will not balance). It worked great with my Canon SX40 as long as I don't play with the zoom (nice, light weight). I did apply some mineral oil to the gimbal and, when balanced, this works well

This thing is a piece of junk and luckily it didn't destroy my phone or camera. The packaging states is could handle DSLR up to 2.1 lbs. This is totally false. I tried adjusting it for hours without success. Then I decided to use it for my phone instead which weighs 6.2 oz. It worked ok for stabilization for 15min then it broke and I almost lost my phone to the ground. Fortunately I was walking on grass. See the photos. The pivoting device on the handle is held by a plastic ring. Unbelievable garbage. Save your money and but something of better quality.

Get it, nice to have in the “just in case” times. Once you play and finagle it, it works great! Be patient people!!

Did a lot of research before I settled on this stabilizer. Many negative comments to go along with the excellent comments. I needed a stabilizer so I kept looking. A customer who bought this made a YouTube video debunking most of the negative comments. The guy was very convincing so I ordered this stabilizer and received it when my friend returned to the States (I had sent it to his address in Oklahoma). Remembering the video, we gave it a thorough checking out and realized we could make it work with very little problems. Put my Nikon 1 with the 10-20mm lens on the stabilizer and within a few minutes (and a lot of discussion) we were able to get it to work as expected. Look at it. Adjust it. Think about the physics of it and then balance your camera based on what you theorized. It works but it takes some understanding of why it works.As the guy in the video stated, this is one solid piece of equipment. All metal except the grips. Easily adjusted if one understands how it works. Only used it a little but the Nikon 1 was stable. Will take it out next week for a serious movie making adventure among nine Thai temples in Kanchanaburi. about two hours away from Bangkok. If you have doubts, find the video and watch it before making you decision.

Good stabilizer for smaller camcorders. However an average DSLR and lens is just too heavy. My camera weighted in at 2.5 pounds (Nikon D3200 w/ 50 mm lens) and it was still too heavy to use this as a decent stabilizer. I'm now planning on shelling out the big $$$ and buying a glide cam or steadicam solo. If you want a good stabilizer then you're just going to have to pay the money for it. With that being said this one is decent and would work for a small filmed on a budget with a light camera.

I was very excited to receive this product. I had reservations due to the price and discovered that my feeling was correct. The item seemed to be made well and it was attractive and lightweight. I tried using it over the course of a few days, but could never get the balance right. I watched several Youtube videos where others had the same issue, but seemed to be able to overcome. I was not. I returned the item dissatisfied. It might be me, but this item didn't work as I expected it to. I will look for something more user friendly.

Extremely well made. It does take a little time and intelligence to balance properly, but once balanced, works great. Engineering is excellent except for the disparity of the 1/4-20 threads on the gimbal and the 3/8" threads on the bottom of the stage. Kind of an odd thing, but they've remedied that with a thread adapter. Might have been better to just have 3/8" threads on the gimbal to avoid needing the adapter. Other than that, no complaints.Caveat: I have been trained on several models of the actual Steadicam so I am accustomed to complex, time-consuming balancing. Comparatively, this device is a breeze. It will take practice to get good at shooting with it. But so does any other aspect of camera operation.Here's something I haven't seen mentioned anywhere - there's a 3/8" threaded hole in the bottom of the gimbal handle which can be used to mount the device to a tripod or stand to make balancing a lot easier. Don't know why they don't mention that.Happy shooting!