Mounting a Sony NEX-5n

If you happen to have a Sony NEX-5n and are considering one of our products.  Thanks to Emric Delton we have a quick guide as to what is needed to make it work with the MiniDV Stabilizer.

SONY NEX-5n and Balvanz Stabilizer - balancing adjustments from caeruspistis on Vimeo.

December Sales Event

10-50% off select items at BalvanzEnterprises.com
Offer ends Dec 31 2011

Dolly Wheels - New!

Just in time for Christmas, we would like to introduce our new Dolly Wheels.  Compatible with the MiniDV Stabilizer, and Specter Stabilizer they add multiple shots to the stabilizers arsenal.  They take less than 60 seconds to install and are perfect for tabletop or floor rolling shots.  

• Super fast install
• Solid aluminum construction
• Durable black powder coat finish for long lasting performance.
• Adds multiple shots to the stabilizers arsenal.
• Compatible with: MiniDV Stabilizer, Specter Stabilizer.

Get yours today at: http://balvanzenterprises.com/DollyWheels.html

DIY 2-Axis Gimbal Kit

A little something for the DIY crowd. We are now offering a 2-axis stabilizer gimbal kit. Perfect for the DIY'er that lacks the tools needed to get their stabilizer project started. Video assembly instructions can be found below.

http://balvanzenterprises.com/DIY2-AxisGimbalKit.html

The Specter Stabilizer Demo Footage

Demo footage of our new Specter Stabilizer. Weather conditions were not in our favor with wind gusts up to 35mph and average wind speeds of 10-15mph, however the Specter Stabilizer performed beautifully in most conditions. Due to the weather, the stabilizer was loaded up to full weight with inertial dampers to help control stability. The Specter Stabilizer is a great low cost alternative to other STEADICAM® style Stabilizers. STEADICAM® is a registered trademark of The Tiffen Company.

After reviewing the settings on the camera we found that this video was actually shot zoomed in slightly.

Equipment:
The Specter Stabilizer
Sony DCR-HC28

Check out the latest Specter Stabilizer listings at:
http://balvanzenterprises.com/SpecterStabilizer.html

$10 off for 10 days!

The Hard Shell Case, MiniDV Stabilizer Pro and the Specter Stabilizer are all on sale until Sep 30th 2011.  

Introducing The Specter Stabilizer

We gave you a sneak preview a few days ago, now it's time to introduce our new stabilizer, the Specter.  Weighing in only 1 1/2oz heaver than our previous model the MiniDV Stabilizer, it packs a punch of new features.

  1. Extendable from 13 1/2in to 23in tall
  2. Movable gimbal allows vertical balance to be adjusted in multiple ways.
  3. Inertial dampers reduce unwanted rotation.
  4. High precision ceramic main bearing and Teflon sealed side bearings offer optimal performance by reducing bearing friction.
  5. Up to 12 different ways it can be set up to suit your filming style.
  6. Supports cameras from 0-5.5pounds.  That's not a typo, the movable gimbal allows the vertical balance to actually go all the way down to zero.  So all those Flip, Kodak and other micro cameras are supported.  It should also be noted that the 5.5pound max is the maximum camera setup the stabilizer will support with the weights included, but not necessarily your arm because it does get heavy.
  7. Extended inverted flight support by removing the gimbal and flipping it upside down.
  8. Includes a SLIK DQ-20 quick release mount.
  9. Hard shell case is included standard.
  10. Ultra durable high gloss black powder coat paint.

Check it out at: http://balvanzenterprises.com/SpecterStabilizer.html