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Visual Departures SB1 Model I Steadybag

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Visual Departures SB-1 Overview

Steadybag allows fast, rock-solid shooting on any surface, eliminating time-consuming tripod setup.  It conforms to any uneven surface bringing a new freedom to location still and video photography.  Steadybag is filled with custom-milled polypropylene beads in an outer casing made of rugged waterproof expedition-grade nylon, and it comes with a padded shoulder strap.

If you use the Arca-Swiss type system of quick release camera and/or lens plates (from Acratech, Arca-Swiss, Foba, Novoflex or Wimberley) and seek the ultimate stability upon a beanbag, you'll find it by attaching two Wimberley Module 1 quick release arms (B&H item code "WIM1") to the quick release plate.  Connected to the quick release plate so that the arms face in opposite directions, a snowshoe-like foot is created which makes switching the camera from horizontal/vertical within the lens collar a cinch.

Visual Departures SB-1 Specs

Item Type
1x Beanbag (Filled with Polypropylene Beads)
Color
Black
Materials
Nylon
Weight
3.1 lb / 1.4 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.9 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
13 x 9.75 x 2.2"

Visual Departures SB-1 Reviews

Ol' Reliable

By John
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-08-18

If you're on a "run & gun" handheld shoot, The Steadybag is a vital tool to turn a post, a ladder, a handrail, a chair, etc. into a tripod for a quick & steady shot. At roughly 3lbs it sure beats lugging your tripod from shot to shot. It also makes a great protective pad to park your camera on when you need a break. ...if I had but one critique... in addition to the SB1(small) & SB2(large), Visual Departures should consider offering a SB1.5 ... a medium sized bag for a medium sized camera build. Worth every cent!

Very versatile

By eric
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2016-12-01

This is a must have for a run and gun videographer! Simple design that allows you to shoot steady video from any angle and almost any surface.

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what is the bag filled with? and what are the ...

what is the bag filled with? and what are the dimensions; width and length?
Asked by: John
It is filled with custom-milled polypropylene beads in an outer casing made of rugged waterproof expedition-grade nylon, The size is 12 x 8 x 2 inches.
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2021-07-22
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