On that basis alone, we found it a welcome addition. Unless your an NBA star, sooner or later you are going to run out of arm length before you get all the shots you want. The Glidecam 3000 comes with two metal extensions, which can be used individually or together to provide another four to eight inches in height. By utilizing these extensions and placing our guiding fingers at the base of the center column, we were able to get high enough to shoot simulated parade video. The ability to put the LCD on the baseplate made this type of shot possible.
Dutch moves are more limited, but sideways and upside down shooting is possible.
You can also set the Glidecam on its base while in between takes, or for really rock-steady shots without having to put it on a tripod. The Glidecam's vertical design allows for easy maneuvering in tight places. Milling through a crowd, proved to be no problem. I was able to operate the Glidecam with my arms held tight to minimize the possibility of bumping into someone. Taping tracking shots from the dance floor added a new dimension to video.