New Red Design and Steadicam/Tripod Weight

[Chris Gearhart]

I know the new design (which I like--it seems to be improving while continuing to provide custom config options aplenty) has not yet posted weights. But there does seem to be a big push to loose weight. While a visit or two to Jenny Craig couldn't hurt any camera, I have a question.

Steadicam Weight Issue:

As of NAB, it seemed an Archer was the way to go for a Red with a moderate kit. Since then, I have purchased an Archer and have been adding a 15 lb. boa sandbag until the Red arrives. I must admit to being worried I have purchased a $24,000 sandbag :usd: .

Exactly how much weight will Jenny be taking off the new Red accessories? And what in the world will I do with an Archer if I don't need one?

Tripod Head Weight Issue:

On a related note, I was going to go with an Oconnor 2060 for studio setups. (Thank the Lord I have not purchased that yet). Is that still the way to go? It seems with a weight reduction and the potential height adjustment, perhaps the 1030 is enough.

Be gentle. I'm vulnerable and sensitive today. :bye2:

I think I need a hug.

[Steve Gibby]

The Archer will still be an excellent way to fly your RED One, and you'll have upward room for the weight of heavier setups. Archers also re-sell quite well.

The 2060 is still a great way to go for heavy cine-style setups.

The 1030HD was also in the RED Tent, and Jarred was using one for mobile shots with a lightweight RED One setup on 4/3 when I visited RED to shoot DSLR stills of the 18-50 zoom on Boris for my Studio Daily RED at NAB, Part 1 article.

The 1030HD should be a great choice for lighter, mobile setups with RED One.

Smile...:biggrin:

[Chris Gearhart]

Thanks for the hug, Steve. *sniff* I feel better now.

And the new weight reduction will really help those who are trying to scale down to minimum head requirements--renting a bigger head will be less necessary I would 'spect.

[Priyesh P.]

As of NAB, it seemed an Archer was the way to go for a Red with a moderate kit. Since then, I have purchased an Archer and have been adding a 15 lb. boa sandbag until the Red arrives. I must admit to being worried I have purchased a $24,000 sandbag :usd: .


The Archer is great! Congrats to your purchase.
May I ask how long it did take from order to delivery for your Archer? Did you order an SE-package and which Vest did you choose? Standart or compact?

K.

[Chris Gearhart]

Yeah, Priyesh, the archer is an abslutely incredible piece of engineering. It increases our flexibility and we've already gotten some amazing shots.

It took about six days from order to delivery--we had a shoot that came up unexpectedly and the folks at tiffen were very good at bending over backwards to get it here on time. I essentially got an SE package minus the stand and leather vest (the LX is amazing enough for me--comfortable as can be).

I'll be flying a Viper and an HVX before the Reds arrive. Imagine having a Red on it. Ahhh.

I can't believe I'm "settling" for a Viper. Red sure has changed things.

[Priyesh P.]

Thanks for the info!
How do you record the Viper`s data?
Must be complicated doing something tethered on that light rig.

K.

[Chris Gearhart]

We're having a test session later with the rental company to figure that out. We'll probably have to have an AC float along beside, with a second first AC pulling focus. Heck, you can never have too many first ACs.

I'd love to figure a way to hang it on the steadicam though. I'll try to let you know how it goes. (If anyone has ever flown a Viper, I'm all ears.)