Movmax recently released a compact shock absorber system for lightweight cameras: the Blade Arm. This arm can take payloads between 150g/5.3oz and 500g/17.6oz. It attaches to your vehicle via one suction cup, and Movmax mainly targets it at DJI Osmo Pocket 3, Insta360 X4, and GoPro users. So, let’s take a closer look at it!Chinese camera accessories manufacturer Movmax released the N2 Arm air/hydraulic shock-absorbing system back in 2020. However, most vibration reduction systems are designed for “large” camera packages and can at least support the weight of a small gimbal. Movmax saw a gap in the market here and released the Blade Arm, a smaller shock-absorption system for action cameras and lightweight mirrorless cameras.Movmax Blade Arm – featuresThe Movmax Blade Arm is a compact shock-absorbing arm that attaches to a moving vehicle via one suction cup. At the base of the arm, you’ll find a 7-inch/17.8cm bracket, which allows you to adjust the angle and position of the hydraulic arm.Movmax Blade Arm with a DJI Osmo Pocket 3. Image credit: MovmaxAttached to the adjusting bracket is a compact hydraulic arm with the same N2 technology as Movmax’s bigger stabilizing systems. At the end of the hydraulic arm, you’ll find a 1/4″-20 mounting point to attach your camera.According to Movmax, the Blade Arm can take payloads between 150g/5.3oz and 500g/17.6oz. Depending on the camera you use, you can adjust the tension of the arm via a dedicated knob.The angle of the Blade Arm can be adjusted quickly. Image credit: MovmaxFurthermore, the Blade Arm comes with two 50g/1.7oz and 100g/3.5oz steel counterweights to perfectly balance the system.Even if you can use the Blade Arm with any camera within the maximum payload range, Movmax targets a couple of cameras: the DJI Osmo Pocket 3, Insta360 X4, GoPro action cameras, and smartphones.For example, Movcam mentions the DJI Osmo Pocket 3, which can be used with or without the battery handle. The company also designed an optional hoop connector for the Osmo Pocket 3, which allows you to lower the center of gravity of the camera/gimbal.Image credit: MovmaxPrice and availabilityThe Movmax Blade Arm is available now for $149.99.For more information, please visit Movmax’s website here.What do you think about this compact shock-absorbing system? Do you think it could be a nice addition to your kit? Don’t hesitate to let us know in the comments down below!
