VanceJib Comparison Table
There are two basic types of small portable jibs/cranes: those with adjustable reach, such as the VanceJib, and those with fixed reach. The adjustable-reach types allow you to retract the boom partially when needed, such as when you are shooting in a confined space but still want the smooth jib effect. Here's how the VanceJib compares with the other adjustable-reach jibs/cranes:
Variable Reach Cranes: Adjustable Reach for more versatility; allow use in tighter spaces
Jib/Crane Setup Time* Weight Capacity Reach Vertical Travel Boom Structure Dimensions (Compacted) Price Hard Case $
VanceJib 30 seconds 23 lb
10.5 kg		 55 lb
25 kg		 35, 45, 68 in
89, 114, 173 cm		 78 in
198 cm		 Steel 48 in
122 cm		 $1495 $295
Porta-Jib (Traveler) 5 Minutes
(est.)		 29 lb
13 kg		 40 lb
18 kg		 38-55 in
96-140 cm		 68 in
173 cm		 Aluminum 31 in
79 cm		 $2395 $395
Microdolly 2 minutes 11.5 lb
5.2 kg		 32 lb
14.5 kg (est.)		 33-52 in**
84-132 cm		 74 in
188 cm (est.)		 Aluminum 34 in
86 cm		 $2795 None
*"Setup Time," is the time to set up the jib, minus the camera and counterweights.
**Extensions available for 6', 9', 12' Reach at reduced capacity.
The "Boom Structure" column is included because steel jib booms are stiffer, pound for pound, than aluminum booms. So for a given load, steel booms will exhibit less bounce and flex than aluminum booms. See our Steel vs. Aluminum page for a more detailed explanation.
Estimated ("est.") values are derived from partial information given by the manufacturers.
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