Sachtler Vario Ped 2-80

For smooth single-operator camera moves, crab or standard steering, or 30.3" in-shot height adjustment, the Sachtler Vario Ped 2-80 is your go-to camera support for cameras and rigs weighing up to 176 lb. Suitable for use on smooth surfaces and the studio floor, the pedestal can be used as support on exteriors and interiors. With its air inlet valve and an optional manual pump or compressed air tank, you can even use the pedestal in remote locations where power can be difficult to source.

Grab the included steering ring to move the pedestal from position to position for rapid camera placement, or change the height throughout the 30.3" range. The pedestal supports both standard steering and crab movement, allowing you to create smooth tracking and dolly moves. Featuring two Perfect Balance stages, the entire 30.3" height range has smooth vertical adjustment for in-shot camera moves. Narrow width allows you to move among tight spaces as well as through most doorways. The air inlet valve allows you to use an external pump to charge the pedestal, and the integrated pressure gauge lets you see the pressure remaining at a glance. The removable pedestal dolly has 5" wheels and cable guards to help prevent you from rolling over a cable ruining the shot, and it is removable for easier transport and storage.

General

Supporting up to 176 lb, with almost effortless adjustments and precise steering, the Vario Ped 2-80 can be used to work with some of the heaviest cameras, lenses, and combinations of teleprompters to work in virtually any production from an intimate interview to an outside broadcast environment. Smooth and silent with exact direction control allows solo operators the freedom to position their cameras perfectly with ease.

Balanced Operation

Calibrated and perfectly balanced to counter gravity, the 2-80 Vario pedestal allows operators to lift and lower mounted cameras, teleprompters, and other accessories. Ergonomically positioned controls reduce strain on your body for more comfort during long periods of use.

Height

The 30.3" height adjustment range makes it quick and easy to select the right camera height when filming seated or standing subjects.

Perfect Balance Stage

Featuring two Perfect Balance stages, you can smoothly adjust the height of the pedestal through a 30.3" range while shooting without stops or bumps when adjusting the height. This allows the operator to create vertical camera movement without distracting the audience or to move from a seated to a standing position without jarring the camera.

Column Locks

Integrated column locks prevent the column height from shifting during moves.

Steering

The Vario Ped 2-80 and its included pedestal dolly support both standard and crab steering for smooth tracking moves without laying track, as well as free camera movement and positioning.

Wheels and Cable Guards

The 5" wheels with integrated cable guards help provide smooth camera moves while the cable guards help prevent you from rolling over unattended cables, which can lead to jarring camera moves, needing to rebalance your camera setup, or damaged cables and gear.

Air Pressure

The 2-80 has an air inlet valve that lets you use optional pumps or a compressed air cylinder (not included) to replenish the pedestal's pressure.