Easyrig Minimax with Quick Release is great for situations
requiring extensive handheld camerawork with cameras weighing 4.4
to 15.4 lb. Rather than uncomfortably handholding your camera and
supporting the weight with your arms, the Minimax redistributes the
weight of your camera setup through the body harness. Taking the
weight off your arms lets you hold the camera steady for longer
periods of time without fatigue. An added bonus of the Minimax is
increased stability in your shots. The support rope, while
transferring the weight to the harness, also adds a point of
contact, reducing vibrations.
The Minimax model features a redesigned spring system, which
results in smoother support rope movement with reduced friction. A
conical wheel unrolls the rope with increasing force as the rope is
unraveled. Additionally, an overload protection system will trip if
the maximum weight capacity is exceeded. Another improvement
included in the Minimax model is the pivoting upper arm brought
down from the Easyrig 3 Cinema model. The pivot allows you to swing
the camera to the side or even have it sit on your shoulder.