Wondlan's showing off some type of 'wearable support' (shown above) that can be used to unload the weight from camera stabilizers like the Wondlan Ares (Merlin-like). Seems like the same idea Glidecam has with their Body-Pod.
Glidecam Body Pod for Hand-Held Stabilizer
But unlike Glidecam's Body Pod, Wondlan shows how it can be used to support a shoulder rigs as well. In that case, it sort of reminds me of the Tiffen (Davis & Sanford) Steady Stick.
IMO, the price is too high for something that doesn't come with a professional padded belt and strap. The images and descriptions aren't very clear either on how it all connects together. From this end it just looks like an adjustable stick on a belt.
Johny
How does it work? I don't understand how is that going to help balance.
Even the model in the photo looks confused.
Emm
Post author@HD-tography - These are only good to carry the weight when you're stationary. The arm / vests solutions are specifically made for walking and running.
HD-tography
Do these actually work??? I know the power arms/vests are great (and pricey), but what kind of support/weight relief will you really get with something like this?
Emm
Post author@Bruce Philpott - Yes many of these support systems (including Glidecam Body Pod) are only used when mostly stationary.
Bruce Philpott
Since that type of rig would transmit body-walking motion, it seems it would be best to hold whatever stabilizer up above the support of the stick while walking. It looks like it could be a Godsend for pauses between walking and between takes.