As far as we know, many videographers have own Steadicam, such as Tiffen, flycam, Proaim, CAME-TV, Flycam, Tilta Float System,DF THANOS PROII, THANOS PROX etc, they usually use it as trinity / Minity with the monopod for single handle gimbal like ZHIYUN CRANE 3S,2S,DJI RONIN S,RS2 etc. Very influential Bestboy Adam and Tilta in-depth collaborator Vaho Mat used their steadicam in a handheld way, like these pictures:


Why not?
On the basis of the existing equipment, with one tiny adapter we can achieve rig ,RONIN 4D and gimbal supporting ,even tilt movement. Why not try it?
For this purpose, DF DIGITALFOTO developed TH01 TH02 iRIG, what are they? let's go to them one by one.
 

TH01 - Adapter THANOS-PRO Vest Arm

 
The structure of TH01 is relatively simple adapter, the bottom pipe diameter is 16mm, suitable for pin diameter less than 16mm. DF thanos pro and TH01 work together , then it becomes THANOS PROC3 version.

TH02 - Steadicam Arm Adapter for Universal Gimbal

 
DF developed one angle adjustable adapter to help users achieve supporting gimbal and angle adjusting /gimbal tilt movement at the same time. So TH02 is here.



TH02’s pin hole is 16mm which is the perfect size for THANOS seris , like THANOS PROII, THANOS PROX, THANOS PRO. However, a lot of operators’ arm pin is 12mm or 13mm. Can they use TH02 as well? The answer is yes, TH02 includes 12-16mm and 13-16mm adapter rings for mounting.




iRIG - Manfrotto Quick Release Plate Adapter for Universal Steadicam


iRIG is compatible with Tiffen /Tilta Float/ THANOS PROII/ THANOS PROX /THANOS PRO/any other arm pin 12mm or 13mm or 16mm . To be precise, its bottom inner diameter is 16mm, and it is equipped with 12-16mm and 13-16mm adapter rings.
 
One standard Manfrotto quick release baseplate make videographers switch setup from steadicam system to others Manfrotto in seconds.
 
Smooth 360°rotation horizontally  and 15° rotation vertically help videographers shoot more flexibility.

On the top of iRIG, you can use a cage or a handheld gimbal,or RONIN4D, Or a gimbal ring (two 1/4" screw holes are required at the bottom) etc. DIY your own setup. If you want to know more detailed info , please click iRIG official link.

Another question?
DF released a lot of THANOS PRO names, many people must be confused, how do they distinguish and choose the one that suits them? Below I will list their main information and pictures and links for your reference.
SKU:
THANOS-SE/THANOS PRO II/ THANOS PRO X / THANOS PRO C3/ THANOS PRO C3II/ THANOS PRO X C3/  THANOS PRO X C3II

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Thanos SE (Payload 2~8kg)

Check more:
https://www.digitalfoto.cn/thanos-se-p00520p1.html

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THANOS PROII (5kg~12.5kg)


Check more:
https://www.digitalfoto.cn/thanos-proii-p00406p1.html

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THANOS PRO X (5~18kg)

Check more:
https://www.digitalfoto.cn/thanos-prox-p00495p1.html
 
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THANOS PRO C3/ THANOS PRO C3II (5~12.5kg)
Their vest and arm are the same with THANOS PROII, THANOS PRO C3 is consist of THANOS PROII’s vest/ arm and TH01; THANOS PRO C3II  is consist of THANOS PROII’s vest/ arm and TH02.

Check more:
https://www.digitalfoto.cn/thanos-proc3-p00385p1.html

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Check more:
https://www.digitalfoto.cn/thanos-proc3ii-p00559p1.html

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THANOS PRO X C3/  THANOS PRO X C3II (5~18kg)
Their vest and arm are the same with THANOS PROX, THANOS PRO XC3 is consist of THANOS PROX’s vest/ arm and TH01; THANOS PRO XC3II  is consist of THANOS PROX’s vest/ arm and TH02.


Check more:
https://www.digitalfoto.cn/thanos-proxc3-p00496p1.html

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Check more:
https://www.digitalfoto.cn/thanos-proxc3ii-p00560p1.html













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Which one is your perfect choice? Don’t hesitate to let us know in the comments below!
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