Using the Easyrig
It is as simple to put the Easyrig on as it is with a backpack. Just don’t forget to adjust it so it feels comfortable.
The weight of the camera should primarily be on your hips. It is important that the support bar is vertical – if it is lopsided, the load will be unevenly distributed on the hips and the cam- era might hit the bar.
The hip belt should be tightened so that the rig doesn’t slide down or around the hips. The shoulder strap is mainly for bal- ancing the Easyrig, and prevent it from tilting.
If the support arm is too high or too low, first try adjusting the support bar in relation to the hip belt/vest, or change po- sition of your hips. It is also possile to adjust the tube inside the support bar, but that might require adjusting the tight- ness of the suspension line. Note that there must not be more than 10 cm (4 in) between the lower end of the tube and the adjustment ring.
When attaching the hook onto the camera, you might find it easier to put the camera on a table or a bench first. Try and find the right balance before you secure the hook.
Don’t forget to fasten the safety line.
Hip shots
Easyrig gives you the freedom to shoot from various levels. You simply move the camera down from your shoulder as you would in an ordinary handheld situation – only now you don’t feel more than a fraction of the camera’s weight.
When shooting at hip level, lean backwards when pushing the camera forward, thus minimising the load on your back.
The length of the suspension line makes it possible to move the camera as far as your arms reach.