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Optical Support are the UK's leading Steadicam & Lens specialists in sales, hire, engineering and ope www.opticalsupport.com

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02/12/2025

A couple of weeks ago we had the absolute pleasure to finally run and host the first ever 1st AC Focus Pulling Fundamentals course with a focus on .

A huge thank you for leading the 3 days! Also for all the collaboration with the finalisation of the curriculum.

A special thanks to , and for the assistance on the course and for providing Steadicam flying services!

The course met everything we wanted focusing not only on the art of focusing pulling but diving heavily into the technical details behind the systems, lenses and light!

Here’s to the next one

18/11/2025

Last week we had the pleasure of attending the stabiliser event in Paris. Amazing turn out as always, once again showing the depth of Steadicam operators in France. Passionate about their work, and truly dedicated to the fine art of Steadicam operating. Thanks to all of you coming to see us, it was an absolute pleasure. We are honoured to have so many DragonFly sleds in your capable hands 🙏
Planning Camera are amazing hosts, and put on one of the only stabiliser specific events in Europe. It’s well worth a visit.

On show we had of course the DragonFly sled, new OS360 mono upgrade system and the DEBUT of our wrap grip + handle. Absolute fine precision adjustment of your drop time. Currently available for 1.75” Volt gimbals. More details to follow shortly! (If you’re impatient you can email [email protected])

08/10/2025

The OS-360 Mono is in stock now. Packages are also available with the Dragonfly sled.

Modify your existing AR to obtain the features listed below:

*Latest stabilisation electronics*
*Brushless motors*
*Slip ring for camera power and video*
*Ergonomic thumb control w/ speed sliders & function buttons*
*Wi-Fi Connection for App to adjust settings*
*Adjustable belt tensioner for easy belt release*
*Programmable electronic end stops & commands*
*Improved frame rigidity*
*PLC/NODO Wheel compatibility*

Please contact [email protected] for more information.

29/09/2025

We have a limited running offer the TIFFEN AXIS Steadicam Kits! Only a few units available! Vlok and Goldmount units available!

Email [email protected] for more information or for any questions!

24/09/2025

The last two Steadicam course blocks have been decided! This is your last chance this year to get on the Steadicam Journey! Limited availability.

Don’t forget all ACO members no matter the level get a -10% discount!

To book or for further information email [email protected]

https://opticalsupport.com/steadicam-training/

26/08/2025

Right now there are more companies producing steadi / stabiliser equipment than there’s ever been. You’re spoilt for choice. Electronically assisted gimbals, new single axis horizon assists, new carbon fibre chassis arms, “new” rubber sprung arms… the list goes on.

However, at the core of all these things, you need precise mechanical engineering. Without that, longevity and reliability goes out the window. And this is where the DragonFly comes in. We have an uncompromising approach to precision, detail and quality. It’s what we’ve been doing for 29 years, and the DragonFly is our flagship to show it.
From high end feature films, to spinning around on commercials, the DragonFly does it all. Day in, day out, without complaint.

So in this sea of shiny new equipment, remember what matters, you will thank yourself in the future.

📸: courtesy of & (just a couple of happy DragonFly owners)

20/08/2025

We are very excited to share our brand new course organised in Partnership with

NEW: 3 Day 1st AC Focus Pulling Fundamentals Course!

Catered for a variety of experiences, the course addresses everything that makes up the role of 1st AC. From managing teams, production processes and even the science and art of pulling focus, with a dive into technical aspects of lenses!

6 students maximum per course
Post course access to practice with equipment and hire discounts on the kit

Priority access to future in house seminars and workshops

Snacks provided throughout

FULLY CERTIFICATED

03/07/2025

We are very pleased to announce we will be hosting another open day at our London office, this time in collaboration with
We will be joined by Smartsystem owner Andrea Falcucci who will be there to talk through some of the exciting new products.
The new ArmX1lite and ArmX1lite+ are great options for light to mid weight payloads. Maintaining the same quality as their bigger brother the ArmX1, but at a more economic price point.
Along with the arms will be the new 5” monitor, a great option as a secondary low mode or main Trinity monitor.
Of course we will have the other sleds and arms to try as always!

So if you fancy playing with some new toys, while enjoying some light snacks and refreshments (🍺) drop us email at [email protected], DM us or comment below letting us know!

🕣 10:30 - 16:30, 24th July

📍Unit 8 crusader ind. estate, 167 hermitage road, London, N41LZ

20/06/2025

It’s been a busy last couple of months in the office, so we’re having to do a course round up in one post! We had 2 Tier 1 courses run in May, led by and , with assistance from and . June so far has seen another Tier 1 course led by the great Peter Wignall and assisted by Nicolas once again.

The students came with a mix of experience and different backgrounds, but as always the Tier 1 course starts from the very basics. So everyone was able to progress and finish with the same fundamentals to work on. This makes the opportunity to come back and practice in house with our kit even more valuable.
The most rewarding part of running the courses is the enthusiasm for Steadicam shown by all that attend, and the desire to keep operating craft going. These students were no exception, so bravo to you all 👏

In addition to our course, we ran a special Q & A with Peter Wignall (ACO), followed by a BBQ for all past students. Peter’s wise words, followed by beer and food, was of course very well received.

Much more to come for the rest of the year!

11/04/2025

We are pleased to announce that moving forward we will be offering all ACO members no matter the level of membership a -10% discount on all our workshops and courses. This includes our steadicam course and our up and coming 1st AC workshop and Rickshaw workshop!

A huge thank you to the ACO for their continued trust, support and collaboration.

We have some spaces left on some of our up and coming steadicourse’s, this could be the perfect time to get the journey started!

https://opticalsupport.com/steadicam-training/

01/04/2025

March 2025 Steadicourse

The first course of the year was a belter. We had the blessing to start our run of courses for the year off with an amazing OS Tier 1 Steadicourse.

Hosted and marvellously instructed by the amazing keeping it calm, methodical and expertly detailed. Assisted by the very talented !
As always we extended a huge thanks to both for their care, love and attention that they showed towards our curriculum and space.

and where amazing, their progression and commitment to the craft was wonderful to see. It was a pleasure to host them and we expect to see a lot more of them as they are already making use of our post course bookable independent practice sessions!

We have some more course dates pencilled in which can be found on our courses page on our website!

Address

Unit 8 Crusader Industrial Estate
London
N41LZ

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.opticalsupport.com/

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