On Wed, 27 Jun 2001 23:08:18 GMT, Barry Koopersmith wrote:

>I am replacing a Pentax PV-C11A full-size VHS camcorder which I have
>been using for 17 years to videotape live music concerts by holding the
>camcorder on my shoulder with one hand (alternating hands) (for about 90
>minutes continuously).
>
>I plan to buy a Sony DCR-VX2000 mini-DV camcorder which is about the
>same size as my old VHS camcorder but it does not rest on the shoulder
>(it is made to hold in front of you, not on the shoulder, which is not
>practical for 90 minute sessions).
>
>I have seen a number of shoulder supports advertised on the Internet
>that attach to these new type camcorders that allow you to balance it on
>the shoulder just like the old full-size VHS models.
>
>Which shoulder support brand and model would be the most comfortable and
>least cumbersome to use with the Sony DCR-VX2000?
>
>Thanks to anyone who can help me out.

I liked the Habbycam.com version, after a moderate
modification that allowed the camera to sit lower on the
brace - but there is so little weight on the shoulder
that these tend to pop up without an elastic attachment
to a belt, or something to hold it on the shoulder.
Maybe better: a side handle (still-camera "L"-shaped
flash bracket), combined with a belt pod...