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The DT5 Tracking Dolly has been designed to create smooth tracking shots using your own tripod. It has two sets of locating holes for the tripod legs, whichmeans it can be used in both high and low positions, and is best used on a flat surface although its own levelling system will prevent any rocking should the track be on uneven ground. It runs on 40mmdiameter track and is supplied with eight 1.5m lengths, which provides a 6m run. The dolly will accept all tripods that have feet smaller than 45mm in diameter, or with a base spreader. Straps are supplied for securing your tripod to the dolly. 1. DOLLY: HAGUE D5T TRACKING DOLLY KIT £245/$319 www.haguecamerasupports.com
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2. GIMBAL: FEIYUTECH A2000 3-AXIS GIMBAL £349/$449 www.feiyu-tech.com
FeiyuTech specialises in video stabilisation and its a2000 3-Axis Gimbal is a lightweight design that’s ideal for mirrorless cameras. You can change to single or dual handheld mode based on different applications, and it has a payload of up to 2kg. It’s compatible with the Canon 5D, Panasonic GH5, Sony a7 series, and other cameras with similar dimensions. It also features motors that can automatically adapt to work with different weights so you don’t need to be constantly adjusting settings. It’s foldable and the handle is wrapped with silica gel for comfort. It can be used in standing, inverted, frontal, reversed and high or low positions.
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