Pros/cons of front and bottom mount for Panasonic sd1

[hugeh2o]

Points I am researching comparisons of:
stability of shot
cost
heli's ability to remain stable
mechanical issues
Other

Thanks,
David

[Piton]

Points I am researching comparisons of:
stability of shot
cost
heli's ability to remain stable
mechanical issues
Other

Thanks,
David

Underslung:
Easier to isolate vibration
Heavier
360 capability

Front mount:
Lighter
270 degree pan
Some like the flight characteristics more
More stable landing platform than tall underslung

[hugeh2o]

What about setup and costs?

From your report it would be hard to chose one over the other. I noticed you use an "underslung" with a Trex for adventure/extreme shots. Are you getting shots that might be used in some of the extreme vids?

[Piton]

What about setup and costs?

From your report it would be hard to chose one over the other. I noticed you use an "underslung" with a Trex for adventure/extreme shots. Are you getting shots that might be used in some of the extreme vids?

Set up cost for everything minus camera but including mount......about 3 grand or so, depending on how many batteries you start out with.

I'm still developing my flying skills. I skipped working on a winter project for the winter of 06/07 and dedicated all that time to developing my skills for a 07/08 project.