Description
The Standard Porta-Jib with Mitchell Camera Base is a two-stage, round-tube jib arm supporting camera rigs weighing up to 100 lb. This versatile jib includes a Mitchell camera insert; it may also be used with separately available 150mm or 100mm camera bases. This two-stage, telescoping jib arm has a reach of 57", a pull-back of 19", and a boom range of 72". Features include a Vector Balancing Bar, 7 lb fine-tuning weight, a boom lock, and pan lock. The Vector Balancing System enables you to transfer weight from the horizontal bar to the vertical Vector Bar, creating a zero-drift effect.Counterbalancing the Standard Porta-Jib is done using the adjustable rear section, the Vector Balancing Bar, the fine-tuning weight, and standard weights (barbell weights available separately). A Mitchell tripod base is included; compatible bases available from Porta-Jib include a 150mm base, lightweight tripod base, and a DV column base. A boom drag function is available when the Standard Porta-Jib is used with compatible bases except for the 150mm bowl base. The Standard Porta-Jib is constructed of machined aluminum and stainless steel components, and is made in the USA.Camera Mount Includes a Mitchell base that can be used in over or under-slung configurations; it may be swapped out with separately available 150mm or 100mm bowl insertsVector Balancing System The Vector Balancing System enables you to transfer weight from the horizontal bar to the vertical Vector Bar, creating a zero-drift effectCounterbalance Payload may be counterbalanced with the adjustable rear section, the Vector Balancing Bar, and the Fine-Tuning WeightBase Mount Includes a Mitchell tripod base; can also be mounted to separately available 150mm bowl base, or 3-way leveler baseConstruction Telescoping machined aluminum and stainless steel components