New solo and gimbal with shaky results

BAR · May 24, 2016

Hi everyone, Just received a new solo (my second one) installed gimbal, reinstalled gimbal etc and have still shaky footage:

Shot at 2.7k 50fps GoPro 4 black

I havent balanced props, but the first solo I had I didn't and had better footage.

Any ideas?? I know this is a huge subject.

Thanks

BAR · May 24, 2016

Forgot to mention - also had nd filter attached.

geekpilot · May 25, 2016

check for wire contact inside the solo that is the problem I had when installing mine
here is a video that might show that in action at the 6:35 mark

BAR · May 25, 2016

Thanks geekpilot, yeah i've tried this a few times now. I think it is all tucked away and not touching anything. I can't see your video though sorry.

BAR · May 25, 2016

Here is the same footage - basic post in iMovie with small amount of colour correction and stabilise shaky video function.

I think the vibrations are a little less, but I thought solo gimbal would produce a better result.

Chuck · May 25, 2016

Hi, BAR. For what it is worth, I saw no vibration in either of your videos. I watched the first one several times to be sure, but it looked real good to me. Granted, my 63 yr. old eyes may not be what they used to be, but I thought your video looked just fine. Also keep in mind I am by no means a professional....

pyrate · May 25, 2016

Balance your props, should be the first step in any vibration reduction quest

BAR · May 25, 2016

Hi Chuck, thanks mate - looking at it again I might be a bit fussy! I flew this morning with some different settings on GoPro and ND filters. Much better. I'm happy to do a little tweaking in post.
Thanks Pyrate - yes, I probably jumped the gun. I will get a balancer kit and do this and compare the results.

Thanks for your time! I freaking love this drone.