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Hoodman WristShot DSLR Support System

  • Price: $69.95
  • B&H # HOHWS1
  • Mfr# H-WS1

Product Highlights

  • Eliminates Wrist Fatigue
  • Stabilizes Handheld Video
  • 5 Axis Adjustments
  • Quick Release Mounting System
  • Tripod Adapter Mount

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Hoodman WristShot DSLR Support System
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The Hoodman WristShot DSLR Support System is a versatile piece of photo gear designed to bring increased stability to your handheld images while reducing wear and tear on the wrist and forearm. Capable of supporting any DSLR, the WristShot combines strap-on pads with an articulating arm that can be adjusted on 5 axes, allowing you to lock the camera into position for optimal stability and comfort. With one hand free to adjust image settings, you can easily switch between handheld or tripod shooting via the quick-release universal tripod adapter mount. No matter your shape, size, or shooting style, the WristShot helps you shoot better, more usable DSLR video for longer periods of time.

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HoodmanWristShot DSLR Support System
 
3.8

(based on 10 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (4)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (4)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (2)

75%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to use (6)
  • Improves performance (6)
  • Professional quality (5)
  • Compact (4)
  • Highly compatible (4)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Independent films (6)
    • Complex projects (4)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Business owner (3)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (6)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    Steady Video on DSLR

    I purchased this product because I own several DSLRs. Hand holding any video camera becomes difficult after just a couple of minutes and then things become shaky. This looked like it solved the problem ...Read complete review

    I purchased this product because I own several DSLRs. Hand holding any video camera becomes difficult after just a couple of minutes and then things become shaky. This looked like it solved the problem of long or short tape runs. I proved it this past week.
    I had to tape a dance show and did not have a clear area to shoot because the crowd immediately surrounded me. I had to hold the camera above the people's heads. I held the camera with the WristShot on my right wrist straight up in the air, then balanced it by holding the metal bar under the camera with my finger tips on my left hand. Clean, smooth sweeps of the dancers. My hand and wrist did not get tired. I came away from the event with a great video.
    This device fit in my camera bag and I did not have to carry a tripod.

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    Most Liked Negative Review

     

    Where to start

    I found product uncomfortable and hard to use the camera the way it went on my arm. My wristshot would not lock into place all the time. Instructions were for the wristshot camcorder and ...Read complete review

    I found product uncomfortable and hard to use the camera the way it went on my arm. My wristshot would not lock into place all the time. Instructions were for the wristshot camcorder and not DSLR, would have liked the ones for DSLR. Pics showing how to use it were out of focus, not what I want to see for something made to stabilize images. Some people love this product, I did not.

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    4.0

    So far so good.

    By on a Image Quest

    from Chicago IL

    About Me Business Owner, Pro Photographer, Pro videographer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Easy To Use
    • Good wrist suppot
    • Improves Performance
    • Lightweight

    Cons

    • Could be beefier

    Best Uses

    • Complex Projects
    • Corperate work
    • Independent Films
    • Special events
    • Weddings

    Comments about Hoodman WristShot DSLR Support System:

    I am still testing it. I haven't used it for work yet. Let a friend borrow it to shoot a school assembly with his dslr he loved it. I am sure that using it at work will make life a lot easier and let me be more creative.Two reasons that I did not give five stars that the hardware could be a little beefier, the other was I was told that the video camera plate would fit my 501 video head the profile was the same but it was too narrow.

    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

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    5.0

    Excellent support system.

    By Jowei

    from San Juan, Puerto Rico

    About Me Professional Artist

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Easy To Use
    • Improves Performance
    • Professional Quality

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Home Movies
      • Independent Films

      Comments about Hoodman WristShot DSLR Support System:

      I bought this product to shoot a live music video with my DSLR and it worked wonders for me. I used it the whole night with a heavy lens and light and my arm was just fine the morning after, no pain or soreness. I also love the nice stabilization it gives to my shots. It looks like I shot it with a glide-cam. I can easily dolly in/out with it and my steps are barely noticeable. The most important thing is that it leaves your other hand free to focus/zoom the lens. It's very customizable and I love the overall professional construction. It's not flimsy. It was a great find for me.

      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

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      4.0

      Great for long photo shoots

      By gachiman

      from Rutherfordton, NC

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      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy To Use
      • Highly Compatible
      • Improves Performance

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Photography

        Comments about Hoodman WristShot DSLR Support System:

        This is a great relief for carpal tunnel on long photo shoots where I sometimes take 100's or even 1000+ photos. I would sometimes find myself having a hard time just holding on to the camera by the end of the shoot, let alone holding the camera steady. I have used this twice now and it has been a life saver both times.

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

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        (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        1.0

        Avoid this at all costs

        By GMikeyMike

        from New York, NY

        About Me Extremely Disatisfied

        Verified Reviewer

        Pros

        • Lightweight

        Cons

        • Lacks Functionality
        • Limited Compatibility
        • Poor Design
        • Poor Performance
        • Pricey / Poor Value

        Best Uses

          Comments about Hoodman WristShot DSLR Support System:

          [...]HUGE disappointment. First of all, it was so obvious that the product had been bought and returned. Second, the instructions were for a camcorder....there are not instructions/directions for a DSLR...only a sticker on the front of the box proclaiming that it was "Configured for DSLR cameras". [...] What a joke!! The quality of the "metal" components truly is lacking. I have a cheap tri pod that I purchased from one of the big box retailers that cost half as much as this and is far superior in quality. Hoodman? No! Hoodwinked!

          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

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          (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

           
          1.0

          Where to start

          By impatient perfectionist

          from Jacksonville, Florida

          About Me Hobbyist

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

            Cons

            • Poor Design
            • Poor Performance

            Best Uses

              Comments about Hoodman WristShot DSLR Support System:

              I found product uncomfortable and hard to use the camera the way it went on my arm. My wristshot would not lock into place all the time. Instructions were for the wristshot camcorder and not DSLR, would have liked the ones for DSLR. Pics showing how to use it were out of focus, not what I want to see for something made to stabilize images. Some people love this product, I did not.

              • Was this a gift?:
              • Yes

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              4.0

              Takes shooting to another level

              By Channel Xiro Media

              from New Britain CT

              About Me Business Owner, Mutlimedia Producer

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Compact Design
              • Easy To Use
              • Highly Compatible
              • Improves Performance
              • Professional Quality

              Cons

              • No good on larger cameras

              Best Uses

              • Complex Projects
              • Independent Films
              • In The Studio

              Comments about Hoodman WristShot DSLR Support System:

              The versatility of shots you can get with the WristShot isn't limited to those with the camera in the upright position. Yes it does a great job of reducing fatigue, but with a little bit of imagination, you can create extraordinary handheld shots that are only limited by your imagination. From fight sequences to dolly shots, this lightweight support system in comfortable and versatile.

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              (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Steady Video on DSLR

              By Jajarita

              from Greensboro, NC

              About Me Photographer, Video Professional

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Compact Design
              • Easy To Use
              • Improves Performance
              • Light Weight
              • Professional Quality

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Complex Projects
                • Home Movies
                • Independent Films

                Comments about Hoodman WristShot DSLR Support System:

                I purchased this product because I own several DSLRs. Hand holding any video camera becomes difficult after just a couple of minutes and then things become shaky. This looked like it solved the problem of long or short tape runs. I proved it this past week.
                I had to tape a dance show and did not have a clear area to shoot because the crowd immediately surrounded me. I had to hold the camera above the people's heads. I held the camera with the WristShot on my right wrist straight up in the air, then balanced it by holding the metal bar under the camera with my finger tips on my left hand. Clean, smooth sweeps of the dancers. My hand and wrist did not get tired. I came away from the event with a great video.
                This device fit in my camera bag and I did not have to carry a tripod.

                • Was this a gift?:
                • No

                Share this review

                (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                4.0

                Really good

                By Edu Araujo

                from Santos, SP - Brazil

                About Me Business Owner

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Compact Design
                • Highly Compatible
                • Professional Quality

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Independent Films
                  • In The Studio

                  Comments about Hoodman WristShot DSLR Support System:

                  The only problem I found is a discomfort in the forearm. But I think it can be custom out pretty good.

                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No

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                  5.0

                  Every time I buy this product

                  By panaangel

                  from Targoviste,ROMANIA

                  About Me Professional Artist

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Compact Design
                  • Easy To Use
                  • Highly Compatible
                  • Improves Performance
                  • Professional Quality

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Complex Projects
                    • Independent Films

                    Comments about Hoodman WristShot DSLR Support System:

                    It is a very handy and easy media folosit.Il gladly recommend. [...]Every time I buy this product

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                    (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                     
                    5.0

                    great

                    By nachito

                    from poughkeepsie ny

                    About Me Aspiring Film Maker, Tech Savvy

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Good Stability
                    • Lightweight
                    • Perfect

                    Cons

                    • Need time to get just to

                    Best Uses

                    • Stabilization

                    Comments about Hoodman WristShot DSLR Support System:

                    this is great rigth out of the box like it a lot just need more time to work it rigth great great product

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                    What's in the Box

                    Hoodman WristShot DSLR Support System
                    • Wrist Strap
                    • Adjustable Arm Mount
                    • Quick Release Adapter
                    • 1 Year Warranty
                     
                     
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