Roxant Pro Camera Stabilizer - How to balance almost any camera: Part 1

[@jessirose]

now I remember why I gave up on camera stabilizers 5 years ago

[@frednitney4022]

This isn't just the best camera stabilizer adjustment tutorial out there, it's one of the best tutorials on any subject! You sir, have crazy communication skilkz!

[@OtisOriginals]

Fred Nitney Thanks so much! As long as you learn something from my videos then that makes me happy. Thank you for your very kind comment, and thanks for watching.

[@moonkitten3758]

this man is the bob ross of camera's

[@TMMGamez]

That’s exactly what I was thinking!!!!

[@OtisOriginals]

Hey, I liked Bob Ross...hahaha. As long as I'm able to help people, you can call me any name you like. Thanks for watching.

[@robertm5969]

Even after watching this video, I was confused as hell getting my stabilizer to work. I got the point where I was getting ready to throw it against the wall, but I kept replaying the video over and over, pausing frequently and taking the steps verrry slowly. I also started with a mid weight camera, and no matter what I did the drop time was always way too fast. It wasn't until I followed your instructions EXACTLY and took off weight until only the smallest was left that it worked. Not the most straightforward process, but if we follow your instruction to the letter, we'll get there. Thank you!!

[@OtisOriginals]

Hey Robert. I'm really sorry for your frustrations, but I'm so glad you stuck with my videos and followed my instructions. I know the videos are long and there's a lot of information to take in, but you saw that by following my tutorials step by step it is possible to get a perfect balance. I hope you're enjoying your stabilizer now. Thank you for your comment, and thanks for watching!

[@cowboycrab6500]

I had spent ages attempting to make this stabilizer work and your voice is so soothing, it can tame even the most frustrated of photographers.

[@OtisOriginals]

Lorelei Pfeffer Awww shucks, thanks! But the big question is were you finally able to balance your stabilizer? Inquiring minds want to know. And thanks for watching.

[@cowboycrab6500]

Sort of. I figured out how to balance it with a special effects Holga lens I have because the lens I was traveling with was too heavy when combined with my camera. But! I now know how to do it with my smaller lens when I go back home.

[@OtisOriginals]

I'm glad you know how to balance it now. And honestly it just gets easier the more you do it, even if you use a different camera or lens. Once you understand the physics of it the whole process will become 2nd nature. Please let me know if you have any further questions.

[@DanielSuh]

I was about to return the item until I watched your video. Your video should come standard with Roxant. I use Sony A6000 and Sony Action Cam with it and after watching your video, I spent about an hour to balance both cameras. Then I put lines and labels to where each cameras should be placed. Now I can balance each of them in less than 1 minute. Balancing is the key to smooth recording of video. For $60 I have no complaints. Thanks so much!

[@OtisOriginals]

Hi Daniel. Thank you for your great comment. I have done the same thing with several different cameras that I use, marking on the stabilizer where each one should be placed...along with notes about which weights to use. I'm glad that you found my videos and that you're enjoying using your Roxant stabilizer. Thank you for your comment, and thanks for watching.

[@gracekirchgessner9185]

I have never been so frustrated with a product. I wish you would show a close up of the gimble where the opening is

[@rafgomes7897]

Just wanted to express some gratitude for you putting these Roxant series tutorials. Finally a professional and practical way of getting the most out of this tech. Wouldn’t mind seeing more filming techniques with the Roxant. How to pan/walk while shooting kind of stuff. Keep putting out the great content!!!

[@OtisOriginals]

Thank you so much for your comment. I plan on putting together a "how to operate" video soon, but my work schedule is so tight that it may take a little while. In the meantime I have released a few new videos so please check them out. Thanks for watching!

[@herminigildojakosalem8664]

I like the "realism" of this tutorial. Helped me so much. Thank you.

[@journosketch]

i subscribe sir, now i have very bad flu, when i am feeling better i go back to this video again. You are really a good lecture sir.

[@Blocksourcemusic]

This video was so good, you make people feel like they can trust you!

[@OtisOriginals]

Thank you...I appreciate your kind words.

[@natalien.6683]

This is a great video. I'm still working on stabilizing my Nikon but so far this is the best instructional!

[@OtisOriginals]

Natalia Nowicki Thank you Natalia. Please let me know if you need any help or have any questions. And thanks for watching.

[@aaadesktop]

Probably a good idea when Roxant began the idea, but who in their right mind is going to go through all that trouble to shoot with something that MIGHTwork. And if you do manage to get it balanced, there are too many shortcomings with this design that come up during use: 1) You have no way of controlling the direction your camera goes. With a ball n socket, it's a free for all. 2) Again, this ball n socket design blows chunks since it has very limited movement. If you happen to tilt your hand too much, the ball stem hits the walls of the socket, making way for a sudden jerk movement. 3) Unable to film anything on a table or floor because of the weights dragging across the surfaces. I can go on. I've stabilized it to almost perfection but it continues to sway to directions I dont want or the camera remains tilted and have to adjust (and yes the ball n socket was sprayed on with wd40). This is a failed design through and through.

[@OLI7D]

Thanks Otis! This video is so helpful! I did not receive my unit yet but I'm ready to balance it like a pro! You really go in depth with a methodical approach that make it easy to understand. Watching your video made me realize something really important. When watching reviews of this stabilizer, I often noticed a wobbly swinging motion. You made me realize this was not a problem of the Roxant stabilizer but because of an improperly balanced rig with too much weight. It was the only thing I did not like about this stabilizer but now I am reassured! I know it'S not 1500$ Ronin but I feel confident this can do a wonderful job! Can't wait to try it first hand! I also looked at your modifications and two-handed operation videos and they will absolutely be useful to me! I was wondering how I could manipulate the rig to pan and tilt to keep the shot framed as I wanted... you answered perfectly! Thanks to you, I will be able to make the most out of this stabilizer. You do a wonderful job at explaining while keeping everything to the point with just the right flow to make the viewer learn and assimilate the information! With a touch of your own personality! Seriously, fantastic presentation! Thanks a lot! Oliver

[@OtisOriginals]

Wow, thank you for your comments Oliver...very kind words. I also watched those reviews, which is why I started making these videos to help people learn how to balance and use this stabilizer properly. Please let me know when you receive your Roxant stabilizer, and if you need any help or have any questions. Best of luck, and thanks for watching!

[@Blocksourcemusic]

This actually WORKED for my 20$ stabilzer, it tooks me around 25mins to figure this out but now I have those buttery smooth shots now on my canon dslr.

[@OtisOriginals]

I'm glad it worked for you. Thanks for watching.

[@AbuseeeM]

This guy deserve an award ... thank you so much

[@OtisOriginals]

AbuseeeM Thank you! And I don't want an award, but I will accept a smiley face sticker...haha. I just want to help people learn how to balance and use their stabilizers correctly. I hope this video was helpful for you, and thanks for watching.

[@juzzonmorris]

Are you a teacher by profession? Your explanation & teaching in this video was awesome! I've been stressing about buying a stabilizer, but thanks to your video I feel much less anxious.👍👊

[@davidcesarino]

Isn't he? He is a natural teacher. I was impressed.

[@OtisOriginals]

No. I've just learned a lot about being on camera from all the actors I've worked with in my career as a camera operator...haha. I'm glad you enjoyed the tutorial. Please let me know if you do purchase a Roxant Pro and if you have any questions about it. And please check out my new video showing sample footage from the Roxant Pro. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppXQlKKho8uaqJo

[@OtisOriginals]

Thank you David...i appreciate your kind words.

[@homayoonkazemi9654]

Thanks for the video :) you seem like a nice person as well as a good tutor .

[@OtisOriginals]

Thank you very much...I appreciate your kind words. Thanks for watching.

[@IcedCoffeeJam]

I actually enjoyed the whole vid. I found him entertaining.

[@OtisOriginals]

Thanks Jamjam! And thanks for watching.

[@hostageofgodzilla]

This video was good guidance for me. My setup is probably is not "perfect" but my video looks a lot smoother, thanks.

[@OtisOriginals]

Hi John. I'm glad my videos are helping you with your stabilizer. It takes a little while to get a "perfect" balance when you're first learning to use a stabilizer, but once you get used to it you'll be surprised at how quickly you can get a perfect balance. Keep practicing, and also practice walking with the stabilizer. Bend your knees and squat down slightly...just a few inches shorter than when you're standing up straight. That will also make a big difference in the smoothness of your shots.

[@JosephPalmer]

I really want this stabilizer to work. My target camera is a canon powershot SX150 IS. I've watched your video too many times and have spent a lot of time making microadjustments, trying different weights, I can get it "balance" both left to right and up and down, but I can't eliminate the pendulum swing and forget about the drop time. I get it balanced, then try to adjust for pendulum swing and the non-sense starts all over again. The only way to "stabilize" in my opinion is to tighten the gimbal ball screw and then just utilize the whole thing with steady hands and easy slow movements on my feet. Otherwise getting it the way you show in your various videos is seemingly impossible. Reading the comments here it seems quite a few folks experience the same issues.. I don't know what else to do. There have been days I've spent the entire day trying to get it to work right with no good effect. I'm frustrated. I put it down for awhile and each time I come back it's the same non-sense. In the end I just tighten the gimbal screw and hold it with two hands if necessary..

[@Rob-fi2pe]

I can't wait to try this out! You've given me much more confidence to try to achieve perfect balance once again. I was ready to give up on the stabilizer. Thank you so much!!!

[@OtisOriginals]

Never give up...never surrender!! I'm glad you found my videos and that they've been helpful for you. Please let me know if you have any questions or need any additional help getting your stabilizer balanced. And thanks for watching.

[@abdenurmohammed2472]

You my friend is a pro. I have admired not only the quality of your video and your knowledge but also the way you tell the story. Big thumbs up.

[@OtisOriginals]

Thank you very much for your kind words Abdenur. I appreciate your comments, and I hope you've found my videos helpful. Thanks for watching.

[@erix4erix]

amazing and laid back explanation.. You're a great teacher!

[@OtisOriginals]

Thank you so much, and thanks for watching.

[@rubberduckydot]

the Bob Ross of Stabilization Tutorials.

[@OtisOriginals]

Hey, I liked Bob Ross...so I'll take that as a compliment...haha. Thanksl.

[@raomudasir6490]

Amazing narration and wonderful way to explain.. Helped me a lot... Thanks

[@OtisOriginals]

I'm so glad it helped you. Thanks for your comment, and thanks for watching.1

[@svados4597]

i bought this stabilizer after searching for a gimbal for a Nikon D7000. I've watched the videos and have spent the last 3 hours trying to figure out a configuration that works! I did everything recommended.... grrrr.... about to send it back.

[@OtisOriginals]

SV ADOS Your camera body just by itself with a battery and memory card weighs 1 pound 11.5 ounces....so around 1.75 pounds. Depending on what lens you're using that's going to add another 1-2 pounds, making your camera and lens weigh anywhere from 2.8 - 3.3 pounds or more. And if you look at the title of the Roxant Pro Stabilizer when you ordered it you will see that it says "For cameras weighing up to 2.1 pounds"...so you're already over that weight limit. Did you weigh your camera before you ordered the stabilizer? You can still make it work, you just have to add more weight to the bottom of the stabilizer (along with the 3 included weights).

[@OtisOriginals]

SV ADOS: I just uploaded a new video that covers your exact problem...Balancing Heavy Cameras. Please check out the video and let me know if it helps you. kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3-WpYCoht2Lhac

[@Crysalis02010]

THIS!!! I almost turned mine into a murder weapon and then I found your video. Stabilized my DSLR and know what to do when it needs adjusted.

[@OtisOriginals]

yamaha1357 So glad the video was able to help you!! And I'm happy you can now use it as it was intended, and not as a weapon...haha.

[@alphadream953]

man this guy really makes me belief everythings gonna be okay

[@OtisOriginals]

Everything IS gonna be ok :-) Well, at least I hope it will be. Thanks for watching.

[@gracekirchgessner9185]

Lol "don't get frustrated." 100% guarantee not only are you going to get frustrated but the only thing keeping you from throwing it is your camera is attached to it.

[@kookoocardboard]

It took me about 2 hours to get it just about right. Just the slightest movement of any adjustment is critical. I was being very careful the handle had to be straight. However after all that time and my arm killing me I decided to do a test with and without the stabilizer with my Canon 80D. I was surprised these was just a slight improvement. Maybe if you are running or something it would help more but if you are used to shooting video and got a steady hand I don’t really think it is that much better with built in Canon stabilization.

[@OtisOriginals]

Hi Kevin. Yeah, the 80D is a heavy camera (almost 3 pounds with the kit 18-55mm lens) and is slightly above Roxant's recommended 2.1 pound weight limit. I do have another video that shows how to modify your Roxant Pro to handle cameras up to around 3 pounds kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3-WpYCoht2Lhac Canon has really improved their image stabilization recently so you might be able to get away with hand holding the camera if you are walking slowly and smoothly. However if you are moving fast or running I would still recommend using the Roxant Pro to smooth out your footage. Thank you for taking the time to comment, and thanks for watching.

[@BikerMiceOne]

You are like the bob ross of steadycams

[@CarrotTownGarage]

I'm watching him and was thinking exactly the same thing, "were just going to put a happy little weight on the bottom!" LOL

[@SaurabSalhotra]

wow!! man you sure are a boss at explaining stuff!! subbed!!

[@OtisOriginals]

Saurab Salhotra Hey thanks! I really appreciated your comment. I hope the video was helpful, and thanks for subscribing.

[@BeautifulGrass]

I am considering buying this stabilizer but wasn’t sure if it will be any good. Thank you very much for this very detailed video. I now know that other reviewers don’t have theirs quite properly balanced and that could be why their reviews or test footage could be wobbly.

[@OtisOriginals]

Thanks for your comment. Yes, any of those video reviews or test footage videos with swinging or wobbling footage is because their stabilizers are not balanced correctly...usually having too much bottom counter weight. I will be uploading some videos soon showing footage with the stabilizer properly balanced, so keep an eye out for that. And thanks for watching.

[@andrianarchivido9871]

this is the one of the best and satisfying content that I ever watch.

[@kikemolinacl]

thanks a lot... Im a chilean and its imposible to me find some spanish video explaining like this, i got frustrated lots of time... now, im gonna try with the learning here.

[@RajeshKumar-zd7ru]

Nice explanation i really liked the way you express

[@OtisOriginals]

Thank you very much. I hope you found the videos helpful. And thanks for watching.

[@randybmx]

Fantastic information. I was wondering why mine wasn't stable.

[@OtisOriginals]

Thanks!! I'm glad I was able to help you with your stabilizer. And thanks for watching.

[@dermotoc9594]

Great stuff again. Thanks for showing the difference in the weight balance when the camera is switched on - crikey! I'll be mostly using mine with a very short / wide-angle (11mm) lens, so hopefully any changes in zoom won't have such a drastic effect.

[@OtisOriginals]

Thanks for all your comments. Yes, it's amazing how even the smallest shift in weight distribution will change the balance of your stabilizer. You should be ok with your short zoom, and will probably only have to make small adjustments when you change your lens size. Hope you get some great footage, and thanks for watching.

[@eirish7108]

Your soft voice makes me wanna sleep, it's very relaxing. It's like I'm watching a whispering tutorial haha Anyway, great video, very informative

[@OtisOriginals]

You're the 3rd person this month who has said my voice is like watching a whispering or asmr video...haha. But I take that as a compliment...thanks :-) I'm glad you found my videos helpful, and please let me know if you have any questions about using your stabilizer. Thanks for watching.

[@AnnKellysphilippineAdventures]

i worked your plan for over 2 hours calmly ....my problem is i have a canon sx740hs. i have the Debo stabilizer..i have 2 whts. 1 light and 1 heavy the heavy is waay to heavey but the light one gets about 1 1/2 second drop i doont think this is debo is useful . great video calm and very easy to follow

[@denmarkgutierrez]

it was an efficient tutorial. step by step. i think im ready to make my diy stabilizer

[@mannyb4265]

Great video, Otis. Very clear and thorough.

[@OtisOriginals]

Thank you. I'm glad you liked it, and I hope the information was useful for you. Thanks for watching.

[@allabouthim03]

Absolutely excellent video! They should pay you for doing this for their gimbal customers.

[@cutiebear327]

This helps me a lot! Thanksxx

[@OtisOriginals]

You're very welcome. Thanks for watching.

[@jardatop]

Hi Otis, thank you for very good instructions to balance Roxant Pro Stabilizer. Now I have one with small handycam (Canon HFM31). I think I balanced it well. I have two questions: 1. Should I turn off the optical stabilizer function in camera? 2. Can you share your test video with Roxant in action in your hands? Thank you.

[@OtisOriginals]

Hi jardatop. Yes, you should turn off the optical stabilizer function in your camera. If you leave it on it will get confused with the normal stabilization of the Roxant Stabilizer and will try to fight with it...making the footage look unnatural. I am trying to get together some footage but my current network TV series keeps me working 65+ hours per week...but I have a hiatus coming up in April and am hoping to get a video together by then. Thanks for watching!

[@megatedxzx]

I thought this video would be like the others who would talk a lot but had no essence, I thought wrong every word you said had meaning especially the see saw and the fulcrum point,it just open my mind on how to balance the stabilizer easily so im going back to the store and buy me one and this time remove the neck strap. I learned a lot. p.s. dont mind music machines comment its his opinion but its not accurate, every word you said was worth it. Thanks for teaching.

[@OtisOriginals]

Hi Ted. I'm so glad you were able to learn from my tutorial, and I want to thank you for your kind words. Please keep me posted on how you're doing when you get your stabilizer, and let me know if you have any further questions. Thanks for watching.

[@megatedxzx]

I have to be honest I did it in an hour because I experimented with the neck strap on and some additional washers, strap really throws of the balance and it worked better with no additional washer only one weight got the balance right. Surprisingly smooth video just like a gimbal. My camera btw is an lx100.

[@OtisOriginals]

Hey Ted, thanks for keeping me posted. I'm glad you took the time to experiment with different setups...that really helps you learn the balancing process. And yes, you should NEVER leave the camera's neck strap attached...it will constantly swing and throw off your balance...ruining your shots. Enjoy your new Roxant Pro and Happy Shooting!!

[@NicolaCutelle_Milano]

Thanks a lot! I wouldn't immagine how to do it, after seeing this video it's really clear!

[@OtisOriginals]

Nicola Cutelle You're welcome. Glad I was able to help. Enjoy your stabilizer and I hope you get some great shots! Thanks for watching.

[@geraldinecampo3894]

Wow, I’ve seen a few videos about this stabilizer and let me tell you, you are the only one who did it the right way. I saw this guy and his camera was all over the place and got me scared because I just ordered mine on amazon. Just one little thing, I don’t why at some point of the video your voice starts to go slower than your mouth, I had to watch the whole thing without looking at your face because it was confusing. Anyhow, great video, you look like a narrator from National Geographic.

[@OtisOriginals]

Geraldine Campo Thanks so much for the nice comment. I made this video to help end all the confusion from some of those other tutorial videos I've seen...probably the same ones you've seen. Let me know when you receive your Roxant Stabilizer and if you have any questions or problems balancing it. If you click on my channel I have several other videos with helpful tips and tricks for the Roxant Stabilizer. I don't know why there was an audio sync issue when you watched this...might have been a KZbin sync issue..I'll look into it. Besides, a lot of people don't like to look at my face when I'm talking to them...haha.

[@nardocat9842]

Very helpful and professional.

[@RafaelAntonioRiveraRodriguez]

Excelente video, nadie lo ha explicado mejor, muchas gracias.

[@gogreentravelsvlog8860]

Excellent, really you have done some good research on this. I loved it. This can be understood by anyone, provided if they are willing to learn, not for some who wants solution in a second. Great tutorial, keep it up. Subscribing right now.

[@OtisOriginals]

Thank you Go Green. Yes exactly, this video is not for someone who wants a "quick fix" but rather for people who are serious about learning proper balancing. Thank you for your comment, and thanks for watching.

[@Throarbin]

Completely and absolutely USELESS!!! I still haven't got the foggiest clue as to what the heck I'm doing. You start with the stupid horizontal balance and you just say, "looks good" without explaining why the heck it's good. I've been moving weights around all over the place and I always end up with the same stupid result!

[@HalfbloodPixie]

I need one of these for my camera!!! Thanks for the tips!! Hopefully I’ll be able to use it!!

[@OtisOriginals]

I hope you'll be able to get one. It really is a nice stabilizer, especially for the price. Please let me know if you get your Roxant stabilizer and if you have any questions. Thanks for watching.

[@ramentacos324]

Does the knob on the handle matter? Because when it’s tight it won’t move but if it’s too loose it’ll fall right down even if there’s no weight.

[@OtisOriginals]

Thanks for your question, but I'm not sure I understand what you mean when you say "It'll fall right down even if there's no weight". I assume you're talking about the small screw used to tighten the ball joint in the gimbal? (The metal ball at the top of the hand grip, where the stabilizer tilts and pans). That screw should always be loose when you are shooting/operating the stabilizer. The only time it should be tightened is when you are unscrewing or screwing in the handle to the different holes in the bottom of the top stage of the stabilizer. What exactly is falling down? Unless you're talking about the knob that connects the bottom half of the stabilizer (the bottom arm with the counter weights) to the top half of the stabilizer (the top part where you attach your camera). If you can be more specific I would really like to help you with this question. Thanks.

[@ramentacos324]

Otis Originals I was talking about the screw for tightening the ball joint, but when it’s loose and I do the drop test, it always falls too fast, so I was wondering if there was something else I could adjust.

[@OtisOriginals]

Oh, ok...I understand what you mean now. What kind of camera are you using? It sounds like the camera might be too light for the rig. If that is the case, you can add some weight to the top of the stabilizer (which is like making the camera heavier). Try using a small bolt and nut to attach some heavy washers somewhere at the top of the stabilizer. Or you can tape the washers or even some coins to the top. You might even be able to use the smallest counter weight up there...from the weights that you would normally put at the bottom. Does that make sense? Another question...did you get the Red color version? If so, you can register your stabilizer at www.roxant.com/register and they will send you an email that will allow you to get a smaller handle for free. With the smaller handle you can get the bottom weights and arm up closer to the camera, which will also help balance a small camera. Please let me know if any of these suggestions work for you.

[@alexbitoficial9434]

Very nice explanation. Congrat! Now I can buy one without fear.

[@OtisOriginals]

Thanks. I hope you will enjoy using your new Roxant Pro. Please let me know if you have any questions, and thanks for watching.

[@amandamoody5237]

Thank you for this great tutorial! I found it very helpful.

[@OtisOriginals]

You're very welcome. I hope you enjoy your stabilizer and are shooting some great video. Thanks for watching.

[@mevlogs194]

Please help me....ive got the 2 seconds droptest...but the problem is everytime it drops the camera turns around and not like yours ... its similar your 10:42 droptest that it wobbles the camera but the 2 seconds rule i already achieve it

[@wacksas]

Thank you, this helped mi a lot.

[@CoastalCartelBullies]

This dude is lowkey genius! Where was he when I was in school

[@OtisOriginals]

Thanks so much for your comment. I had a physics professor in college who had a somewhat similar teaching style, so I can't take all the credit. He explained things in an easy to understand way and used subtle comedy...which kept my attention and allowed me to retain information. I hope my videos were helpful for you, and thanks for watching.

[@CoastalCartelBullies]

Yes sir! Got my stabilizer in the mail the next day and had it perfectly balanced in about 3mins. Keep up the good work!

[@OtisOriginals]

Awesome! So glad you were able to get it balanced so quickly. It really is easy once you understand the physics. Hope you get some great shots, and let me know how you're progressing.

[@andresarredondo]

thanks for share, i will try this tonight

[@TheRopenNetwork]

This is a great helpful video but my gosh nobody wants to take this long to set up their equipment. Naturally you'll understand your equipment we've had it for a long time but still I'd rather grab and go and shoot.

[@mausamupreti8140]

Please please please help me. Its been 3 days ( literally ) I have been trying to use this with my Mobile phone ( One Plus 6T ) but i keep failing. Please help me stabilize my phone with this . Please

[@RetroGadgetMan]

Suddenly I feel so calm....very helpful by the way! 🙂

[@EU_Ralphyy]

His voice is very calming, I’d say too calming, kinda giving me those bob ross vibes xd

[@sebastianwawruch5667]

Simple and fast tutorial. Today came ROXAN: D | (for me it looks like Joanne) and I could not set her up for anything. After watching it works flawlessly. I have a camera Nikon d3200 kit lens. Could you write a tutorial on moving around and holding it yourself. The ball connection is poor and I'm thinking about buying a different handle. with a long deflection, you have to work a lot with the wrist, for example, a far-out hand and a lenght body. Thank you :D P.S 5min ?! when i watch 3:46 min :D and go

[@OtisOriginals]

I'm glad you were able to get your Nikon balanced after watching my videos. Yes, I know they are long videos but it was the only way I could explain everything that is necessary to learn how to balance. Please make sure that you added 1 or 2 drops of regular 3-In-1 oil to the ball connection when you received your Roxant Pro...it comes from the factory unlubricated, so without the oil it won't feel smooth. I am trying to work on a video to show how to operate and move with the Roxant Stabilizer, but I just haven't had enough free time lately. Hopefully soon. Thanks for watching!

[@thomasd.2843]

Great skill and very useful, thank you for the explanation

[@diegovalle3508]

I just have one thing to say: Thank you very much

[@OtisOriginals]

You are very welcome. I hope you found the information in my videos useful and that you're getting some great shots now. Thanks for watching.

[@Franz.]

Now im super tempted to buy this despite only “needing” one maybe twice a year

[@Toaasty_]

xX_Gabe_Xx don’t. This thing is literally the dumbest fucking product ever.

[@OtisOriginals]

I also only really "need" it professionally a few times a year, as the rest of the time I'm using full size Alexa's and Red's on my full size Steadicam rig. But I use it a lot just goofing around shooting video of family and friends. I just released a new video with sample footage if you want to check it out. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppXQlKKho8uaqJo. Thanks for watching.

[@alexanderpds]

Perfect explanation man!

[@dayuhanspace]

his leather bracelet is more interesting than the gimball

[@clear.2028]

@@RA-ps8lq for me 😂😭

[@roslishirlin]

thank god i found this video....and thanks to u too!

[@OtisOriginals]

I'm glad you found my video, and that it was helpful for you. Please watch my other Roxant videos for more tips and tricks, and thanks for watching.

[@robcory3744]

Thank you, thank you, thank you. You’re a great teacher! You could teach anything!

[@OtisOriginals]

You're welcome, you're welcome, you're welcome. And thank you. Now if only I could teach myself how to make millions in the stock market...haha. Thanks so much for your kind words, and thank you for watching.

[@NigelAquascaping]

Hi thanks for the videos it helps me getting closer to get my camera stabilized. One thing I don't get. My camera is perfect level front to back and from side. I have a drop time of two seconds but when doing the drop time test the camera is not falling in his straight position. It bends to the left. Any ideas?

[@OtisOriginals]

Hi Nigel. It sounds like you may not have an exact perfect balance front to back...that's what will generally cause that "falling off" to one side when you do the drop time test. Try this...once you have your camera in what you feel is a perfect balance, hold the stabilizer out in front of you and give it a little shake left to right and front to back. I'm willing to bet that you'll find the camera will tilt just a little bit instead of going back to level. It's just one of those fine nuances when using a manual stabilizer. Please let me know if that helps, and thanks for watching.

[@Ab1994ab]

Otis Originals I will literally pay you to balance my camera this is pissing me off lol

[@djvlogs2604]

Thankyou so much man.. this really helps alot.. now I can work with my shortfilms hehe thankyouu

[@OtisOriginals]

Hey DJ Vlogs. I'm so glad my videos were able to help you. Yes, make those films!!! And thanks for watching.

[@afterlifeencounters34]

Thank you for this video learned a few things from it.

[@pnartg]

if extending the lens a little throws it out of balance, how would you use this with any camera with a zoom?

[@armandom.9862]

Thanks. You sound like Dwight Schrute.

[@OtisOriginals]

Awesome...great character on a great show...thanks. I hope you found my videos helpful, and thanks for watching.

[@LaurenMcQueenVideos]

What am I doing wrong? Everything is balanced but when I turn my camera starts turning in a circle. It’s stays totally up right and doesn’t sway. The whole thing just twists. I’m lost. How can I keep that from happening?

[@soupgaming5923]

you have to use 2 hands. one to hold the gimbal, and one to gently apply twist at the base where the ball and socket connects to the base. also watch some videos on how to use a steadycam, they help

[@OtisOriginals]

Hi Lauren. Yeah, unfortunately physics takes over at certain points...hence the twisting of your rig. I have another video you might like to watch that shows a 2 handed operating technique that will prevent that twisting from happening. But you will need to practice a little bit and use a very light touch...it just takes a little time to learn and perfect. Here is the video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4CtYnyKeq6Fi68 Please let me know how that worked for you, or if you have any other questions. Thanks for watching.

[@OtisOriginals]

Good answer. Thanks lemon man.

[@hipporage18]

Great video. You convinced me this gimbal is not for me

[@OtisOriginals]

I appreciate your comment. Thank you for watching, and I hope you find a stabilizer that's right for you.

[@axemax1987]

Perfectly balanced as everything should be.... Thanos would be proud of Otis..

[@OtisOriginals]

Awesome, so glad to hear that! Thanks for watching.

[@Jimmy_Cavallo]

Thanks for taking the time to share this great video. When shooting with this setup can you only aim straight forward and flat? How can you aim up or down a little but since everything can’t possibly be at the same level as the camera.

[@DarrellGrob]

Nice tutorial, but the gear I received was VERY poorly made. The screw holes were poorly machined resulting in the components fitting loosely. I will be returning it.

[@CalebFitz]

Very informative, very helpful! I'm impressed sir!:)

[@OtisOriginals]

Caleb Fitz I really appreciate your comment, and hope the video gave you a better understanding of balancing your Roxant Pro. Thanks for watching!

[@jokojoko3404]

I like your voice :)

[@OtisOriginals]

Thank you very much.

[@ACDC392333]

This shit just doesn't work man. Maybe I've gotten discouraged, but seriously... every adjustment fucks it up more not less. I'm using my lightest lens on my lightest camera.

[@spillcoffee734]

Try to lose the weights attached below to the stabilizer. The round ones

[@seansiquig]

1:10 i was expecting a corny joke, and it kinda was, but the extremely serious face when you said “migraine” made me laugh haha

[@OtisOriginals]

Oh good. If I can make one person a day laugh then the world is a better place...haha. Thanks for watching!

[@seansiquig]

Otis Originals yup! i watched a lot of your other tutorial videos and they were all very simple and entertaining, keep it up!

[@JohanGavieres]

Great video. Thank you 🙏🏼

[@OtisOriginals]

Thanks so much!! And thanks for watching.

[@rictor]

This helped me a great deal. Thank you.

[@dkm9090]

Otis!!! Your the man. Now I want to put a 157 gram iPhone on it. But the weights all seem to heavy. What now?

[@OtisOriginals]

Hey Dkm. Thanks so much!! But yeah, 157 grams is a little on the light side for this stabilizer...but you can still make it work. Try balancing it WITHOUT any of the counter weights on the bottom...try using just the weight of the bottom arm by itself, sliding it up or down until you get a good balance and a 2 second drop time. If just the bottom arm without any of the counter weights is too light, try using a few washers instead of the counter weights. I've had to do that for a couple of small cameras that I use and it has worked for me. Let me know how it goes.

[@AlexModeling]

Very usedull! Thank you for this One!

[@GatorCruz]

Where is the inital "SETUP/ASSEMBLE the Roxant Satnilizer" video? I just received my order but cannot find the video in your KZbin Channel... Your website should have a DIRECT link to the video. Also, if it is even possible, you should pin the setup video as the top video on your channel page. Please let me know where the video is (a link would be great). Thank you.

[@catgamerzxd]

I think this isn't the official channel for that specific product...he's just sponsored to say that...

[@OtisOriginals]

Hello. The reply below from Cat is correct. I work as a camera operator in Hollywood and bought a Roxant Pro on my own 2 years ago. I liked it so much that I started making my own videos showing how to use it. Roxant does sponsor some of my videos, and I am working on some new videos...including one that shows how to set up and assemble your Roxant Pro for the first time. In the meantime i hope you will watch my other videos which include a lot of useful information for first time users. Thanks for your question, and thanks for watching.

[@theyellowgloves]

we enjoyed watching this awesome tutorial

[@OtisOriginals]

Thanks so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it, and I hope you found it useful.

[@itsdrjeffreyang2754]

This is very helpful! Thank you so much!

[@OtisOriginals]

You're very welcome. Thanks for your comment and for watching!

[@Nasiputut]

I only managed to balance my mirror less camera and vlog camera which is a lot more smaller than a mirror less camera,I think I figured out an important rule about using this mechanism,which is I don't think an overweight DSLR are suitable for this stabilizer,if you look at this tutorial Most of the camera are used are lightweight.

[@OtisOriginals]

You are correct. The Roxant Pro is recommend for cameras that weight 2.1 pounds or less. It can handle cameras up to almost 3 pounds, and I have created a video that shows how to do that...but anything heavier than that is not recommended for this stabilizer. Thank you for your comment.

[@crispisgamer7663]

I'm having issues the camera is 100 percent stabilized and has 2sec drop but, once I move left to right or right to left the stabilizer dose not return to 100 percent it lingers very slowly and stays at an angle I have to bring it to a stand still and position it straight for it to realign. What should I do maybe return it?

[@OtisOriginals]

I have 2 questions. 1) Did you oil the gimbal when you assembled your stabilizer? The gimbal (the metal ball head on the top of the handle) comes unlubricated from the factory. Use just one or two drops of 3-in-1 oil...any more than that and you could gum up the gimbal and make it very stiff. You could also try sewing machine oil, which I find to be more "Slippery" than regular 3-in-1 oil. 2) Which camera are you using? If it's a very small or light weight camera like a GoPro you may have to add a little bit of weight to the camera itself, or to the top platform of the stabilizer. The reason for this is that the stabilizer needs a minimal amount of weight up top in order for it to perform smoothly...which will allow you to use a little bit more weight on the bottom. One other thing to try is a slightly faster drop time....maybe 1.5 seconds. That could make the bottom just the tiniest bit heavier and result in a smoother return to center....while still giving you smooth shots and avoiding the pendulum effect. I hope one of those suggestions works for you. If you're still having problems please let me know and I'll see what I can do to help you. Thanks for your question, and thank you for watching.

[@jordyncrawford6072]

Is the ball of the gimbal screw supposed to be locked in place? That is the main thing that is throwing me off. When its unlocked everything is going all over the place. But when I make it tighter nothing seems to be stabilized. I can me foot steps in the footage very clearly.

[@PremiumMotoTV]

how stupid are you?

[@JosephPalmer]

@@PremiumMotoTV Why so rude? It's a common problem that I am having as well, as much as I adjust the weights, move the camera uphill, adjust for vertical and horizontal leveling, yes having the gimball loose causes it move all over the place, tightening it makes that stop.

[@NigelAquascaping]

Do you have to find a balance EVERY TIME you want to film or only once if you always use the same camera and lens?

[@OtisOriginals]

Once you find the balance you should not have to change the setup if you are always using the same camera and lens. And you can use a grease pencil or marker to make marks of where the camera should be or how long or short to make the arm, in case you have to collapse the stabilizer for transport or storage. Then when you put it back together just line everything up and you should be good to go. Thank you for your question, and thanks for watching.

[@tobi4482]

Thanks for this video

[@OtisOriginals]

You're welcome. Thank you for watching.

[@shaneodonnell7525]

Your a lifesaver. Thank you

[@OtisOriginals]

You're very welcome. I'm glad the videos were able to help you!! Thank you for your comment, and thanks for watching.

[@shaneodonnell7525]

Otis Originals you don't know how appreciative I am. Spent so long watch other videos an be having shaky footage

[@OtisOriginals]

I hope all your videos are smooth and not shaky from now on :-)

[@zurvey]

At 5:50 there is a HUGE gap in instruction. The rig is laying horizontally... WHY is the "only choice" to add a counter weight? Are you pointing the handle notch that way to help you see how far it falls over? You just leap over things we don't know, so we never know them.

[@Vintech64]

Thank you. Everything I wanted to know.

[@OtisOriginals]

You're welcome. I'm glad the video was helpful for you. Thanks for watching.