DigitalFoto THANOS Support Vest with Spring Arm for Single-Handle Gimbals

The DigitalFoto THANOS Support Vest with Spring Arm is designed to take the strain out of handheld gimbal operation. By redistributing weight from your arms to your waist and back, it allows you to shoot for longer with greater control—especially when using heavier mirrorless or cinema setups.

Built for popular single-handle gimbals including DJI RS series, Zhiyun Crane, Feiyu AK and Moza systems, the vest and spring arm combination supports rigs up to 5kg. The aluminium arm features multiple joints for fluid movement, while helping reduce vertical bounce for smoother footage during walking or tracking shots. Fully adjustable with hook-and-loop straps and clasps, the vest fits a wide range of body sizes, making it a practical solution for solo operators and production teams alike.

Who this is for

• Videographers shooting handheld with gimbals for extended periods
• Event, wedding and documentary filmmakers
• Solo operators needing fatigue reduction on long shoots
• Content creators looking for smoother walking or tracking shots

At a glance

• Support vest and spring arm system for single-handle gimbals
• Redistributes weight to waist and back to reduce arm fatigue
• Supports up to 5kg payloads
• Triple-jointed aluminium spring arm for flexible movement
• Reduces vertical bounce for smoother footage
• Adjustable vest with hook-and-loop straps and clasps
• Sliding arm rail with metric scale for repeatable positioning
• Includes adapters and carry case

How it works

Support vest
Transfers load away from your arms to your core, allowing longer shooting sessions with less strain and improved control.

Aluminium spring arm
The triple-jointed design moves fluidly with your body while absorbing vertical motion, helping smooth out footsteps and operator movement.

Sliding front rail with scale
Lets you fine-tune the arm position and record settings for consistent balancing between setups.

Gimbal clamp and adapters
A locking clamp secures your gimbal handle, while included adapters allow compatibility with thinner handles or threaded mounting points.

Universal compatibility
Works with a wide range of single-handle gimbals, including DJI RS series, Ronin-S, Zhiyun Crane, Feiyu AK and Moza systems.

Why choose this system

Handheld gimbal work can quickly become physically demanding, especially on longer shoots. This system reduces fatigue while improving shot consistency by stabilising vertical movement. It’s a practical upgrade for anyone regularly shooting moving footage who wants better endurance and smoother results without moving to a full stabilisation rig.

Ideal uses

• Weddings and live events
• Documentary and run-and-gun filming
• Real estate walkthroughs
• Commercial shoots with extended handheld takes
• Travel and location video production