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Handheld aluminium camera stabilizer with chrome counter-weights and comfort grip

Opteka

Opteka SteadyVid EX MK II video stabilizer

SKU CH-1F7R-3CJWH

A video stabilizer supporting cameras up to 3.5 lbs with aluminum construction, gimbal, counter-weights, spirit level and thumb stabilizer

  • Reduces camera shake for smoother footage with super-smooth gimbal
  • Comfortable handheld operation via ergonomic grip handle
  • Balances DSLR setups up to 3.5 lbs using adjustable counter-weights
  • Quick leveling on the move with built-in spirit level
  • Added control during motion through integrated thumb stabilizer

What it stabilises

The Opteka SteadyVid EX MK II is a handheld video stabiliser built for cameras and camcorders weighing up to 3.5 lbs (1.58 kg). It suits DSLR bodies with standard lenses that stay within that limit. The aluminium frame, comfort grip handle and super-smooth gimbal work together to reduce shake during moving shots. A spirit level and thumb stabiliser help keep the horizon level while you walk.

Setting it up

Mount the camera on the rubberised platform, then slide the polished chrome counter-weights onto the base rod. The kit includes one 290 g weight and two 175 g weights; combine them until the rig balances neutrally on the gimbal. The most common issue is leaving the system nose-heavy or tail-heavy, which makes the gimbal fight the operator. Take time to fine-tune the weight positions before shooting.

Capacity and headroom

The stabiliser comfortably handles setups up to the stated 3.5 lbs, covering many DSLR and lens combinations. Heavier cinema rigs, long telephoto lenses or battery grips that push the total mass beyond that figure will overload the gimbal and degrade smoothness. For those heavier builds a larger support system is required.

How it compares

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Price $19.99
Cheaper than about 91% of the 194 comparable items (median $108.99).

Specifications

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Brand nameOpteka

Questions about this item

How do I confirm the SteadyVid EX MK II is balanced correctly after mounting my camera?

Use the built-in spirit level and adjust the thumb stabilizer until the gimbal stays level without drifting, then verify smooth motion through a pan and tilt test.

What accessories come in the box and what must I provide separately?

The box includes the SteadyVid EX MK II stabilizer, one 290 g weight, two 175 g weights, a lens cleaning set, a compact tabletop tripod, LCD screen protectors and an online photo-print voucher; you supply the camera and lens.

Which counter-weight combination should I choose for my DSLR and lens?

Start with the 290 g weight for setups near 3.5 lbs; add one or both 175 g weights for lighter camera-and-lens combinations until the gimbal balances horizontally.

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