Gimbals

We offer 3 sizes of gimbals. The BWG-J3K,  BWG-J3 Deluxe Kit and the  and BWG-HD4. The BWG-Pro2B, BWG-HD4 and BWG-J3K come in a top-mount configuration, the BWG-LW3 is a side-mount unit (a BWG-HD3 without the horizontal arm). You can alter the BWG-Pro2B, BWG-HD4, BWG-J3KDLX & BWG-J3K by removing the horizontal arm to use the units as side-mounts. -- Neither top-mount or side-mount is BETTER than the other or STRONGER than the other, it is merely your CHOICE which you think would work better for you.

Converting the BWG-Pro2B to a sidemount you will require the QRR-PRO Pro 2.5" Quick Release Clamp Kit, Converting the BWG-HD3 and BWG-J3KDLX to sidemounts you will require the QRR-STD Standard 2.5" Quick Release Clamp kit, Converting the BWG-J3K to a sidemount you just remove the HM-J2 Horizontal Mount from the Gimbal Head and then remove the quick release clamp from the mount itself and fit the quick release clamp to the side of the Gimbal Head.

Both top and side mount work really well, there are advantages/disadvantages to using an Horizontal Mount (HM-Pro2, HM-3, HM-J3D or HM-J2).

Advantages: easier loading of lenses (esp. HEAVY lenses), adjustability of vertical balance, centering of lenses for panning.

Disadvantages: cost, weight and very little to zero potential for increased vibrations.

Size guide:

Our gimbals fall into this range depending on your lenses:

Maximum gimbals weight limits are for occasional use. Jobu gimbals are extremely strong, but continually overloading the gimbal will generally cause poor braking performance, extra vibration or unecessary wear on internal components and will void our manufacturers warranty.

The best performance and 'sweet-spot' for continual daily use is our recommended weight column.

Please note:- The gimbals heads do not come supplied with a lensplate unless otherwise specified.

The Basics:

• Gimbals are tools that allow an object to balance in every direction around its centre of gravity.
• For heavy D-SLR cameras and telephoto lenses, Jobu gimbals support them as if they are weightless.  Telephoto lenses are heavy and cumbersome, holding them safely is imperative to using them.

A few words to know:

• Gimbal – a tool that balances an object at its natural balance point in every direction.
• Lensplate – a small bracket that allows a camera/lens to be adjusted to balance properly, front to back.
• Arca-Swiss style – the so-called ‘standard’ in lensplate design and clamps.
• Double-dovetail – lens plates the use a V-groove on their edges, a very useful safety feature for mounting accessories.
• Quick release – the clamp that holds a lensplate tightly.
• Swing-Arm – Also called a horizontal mount, this component allows for balance adjustment in the up-and-down direction.

BWG-Pro2B (Black):

• Our biggest gimbal, in a class of its own, is easily the smoothest and strongest gimbal on the market.
• Able to handle ANY lens. The typical customer that buys this shoots with a 500mmF4, 400mm F2.8, 600mm F4 with a Pro D-SLR size body.
• The only gimbal head to use oversize double-sealed ball-bearings in all axes, allowing buttery smooth movement and fingertip control.
• Includes a lockout switch that enables the swing-arm to remain horizontal, which allows for safe setup of cameras and worry free over-the-shoulder travelling.
• No play in the bearings whatsoever.
• Absolutely 100% weatherproof.