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Jag35.com Shoulder Rig
If you're looking for an inexpensive should rig for your HDSLR, you might want to look at the Jag35 Shoulder Rig. It features:

  • 3lbs Counter weight included
  • Adjustable shoulder pad
  • Compatible w/ 1/4-20 threads
  • Durable Aluminum
  • Shipping Mid-June

Price is $649.99 with $100 off for pre-orders.
Jag35.com Shoulder Rig



HDSLR Talk Radio show!
Planet5D is considering an HDSLR talk radio show:
All it takes is for someone to use Skype (something everyone can install and it is free from around the world!) to call me during a specified time and I’ll answer the calls. And I will also have some stories prepared to discuss when there aren’t any questions coming in (just like the talk shows do on the radio). I have all the equipment set up now, I have a Skype ID (planet5D), and now all we need to do is schedule the time.
Go to the Planet5D site and vote for the best time to do the show...
Planet5D: planet5D starting an HDSLR Talk Radio show!



And now an HDSLR stabilizer
Jaybilizer has a Merlin type stabilizer for HDSLR cameras that costs just $200.
The Jaybilizer is constructed of high quality steel and 6061 aluminum, with a heavy duty steel ball gimbal. The 8″ counterweight bar also acts as a tripod for easily setting down and storing the Jaybilizer. The Jaybilizer HDSLR is an affordable alternative to other expensive stabilizers
Jaybilizer: Jaybilizer HDSLR

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