Freefly Small Counterweight Set

Description

Freefly Small Counterweight Set

The Freefly Small Counterweight Set is an essential and versatile accessory for professional cinematographers and gimbal operators utilizing Freefly MōVI gimbal stabilizers (such as the MōVI Pro, MōVI Carbon, or MōVI XL). This set provides precise, incremental weight additions for fine-tuning the balance of your camera payload, optimizing gimbal performance, and achieving perfectly smooth footage, especially with compact or slightly asymmetrical setups.

Achieving perfect balance is paramount for any gimbal, as it minimizes strain on the motors, extends battery life, and results in smoother, more stable footage. While the Large Counterweight Set handles significant weight imbalances, the Freefly Small Counterweight Set is designed for more granular adjustments and for balancing setups where only minor weight compensation is needed. This is particularly useful when integrating:

• Compact prime lenses or lighter zoom lenses: Where subtle weight shifts can impact balance.
• Small camera accessories: Such as filter trays, lightweight matte boxes, or compact wireless video transmitters that add minimal but critical weight.
• Fine-tuning existing setups: After major components are balanced, small counterweights allow for perfectionist-level adjustment.
• Slightly asymmetrical builds: Where a small amount of weight can correct a minor lean or drift.

This set typically includes a selection of individual precision-machined counterweights of smaller, more refined masses (e.g., 5g, 10g, 25g, etc.), allowing operators to add weight in very small increments for meticulous balancing. The counterweights are generally made from durable materials like stainless steel or coated metals.

Attachment Mechanism: The counterweights are usually designed to be easily and securely threaded onto specific mounting points on the MōVI camera dovetail plate or other designated counterweight rods/brackets. This ensures they remain firmly in place even during aggressive gimbal movements.

• Precision Gimbal Balance: Allows for micro-adjustments that significantly reduce motor strain and improve responsiveness.
• Optimized Smoothness: Fine-tuning leads to the most fluid and professional-looking shots possible.
• Extended Battery Life: Motors work less when the system is perfectly balanced.
• Versatile for Fine-Tuning: Ideal for compact cameras or subtle weight corrections.
• Enhances Motor Longevity: Reduces wear and tear on the gimbal’s motors.

The Freefly Small Counterweight Set is an indispensable MōVI accessory for any professional cinematographer aiming to achieve the highest level of stability and control with their Freefly MōVI gimbal, ensuring every shot is perfectly balanced and optimized.