GEAR BUYERS’ GUIDE: ONTHEMOVE
Carrying around more than one lens when travelling isn’t always as easy as it sounds, and that’s where the Olympus 12-100mm comes into its own. This lens has an outstanding 8.3x zoom and therefore eliminates the need for many lenses. That ensures lighter travel and much less chance of damage as fewer lens swaps are necessary. Its elements are coated with a unique Z Nano coating, reducing ghosting and flaring. It has high-speed autofocus and image stabilisation so you could manage without a tripod for some shots. Paired with the Panasonic GH5S, this Olympus lens creates the sharpest and most eye-capturing of images and is as well suited to travel as a lens can be. It’s also well suited to the Olympus OM-D E-M1 MkII as it communicates with that camera’s stabilisation system to give incredible shake-free footage. 1. LENS: OLYMPUS M-ZUIKO IS-PRO 12-100MM F/4 £1099/$1169 www.olympus.com
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2. ACCESSORY: FEIYU A2000 3-AXIS HANDHELD GIMBAL £498/$449 www.feiyu-tech.com
With a height of nearly 6ft but a weight of not even 2kg, Libec is on to something big with its new hands-free monopod, particularly as travelling filmmakers want to avoid carrying a tripod. The monopod has a payload of 8kg and a tilt ability of 20°. Capable of standing on its own, there are also locks located at the base that can be operated using only your feet. Built from aluminium, the monopod is robust and practical – a brilliant lightweight alternative to dragging around a heavy tripod when shooting abroad. 3. STABILISER: LIBEC HANDS-FREE MONOPOD £192/$159 www.libec-global.com
This handy device from Feiyu is an upgrade from their A-series, allowing operators to produce the most stable
footage for mirrrorless or DSLR cameras. Supporting up to 2.5kg, this gimbal has a dismountable main body and handle for easy
transportation and accessory extension possibilities, such as changing from one handle to two. It also includes a damping sliding arm to make balance adjustment that much easier. Auto-rotation and automatic shutter functions have been included to help support time-lapse, while a 360° three-axis rotation system gives optimal mobility to the operator. Their four-way joystick means you can control several functions at the touch of a button, while the gimbal itself has a 12-hour battery life. If you have space in your bag this gimbal would be a fantastic addition to any kit. Compact and durable, the A2000 3-Axis Handheld Gimbal can create some of the most smooth and professional content out there.
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