Re: [KOML] hyperfocal focus

[Mel Brown <melbrown@eatel.net>]

Eric Goldstein wrote:

> John J. Stafford has bumped up our budget considerably(!) and wrote:
>
> > What we really need for good aerial photography is 1) a steady camera,
>
> Yes! Ok, one gyro-stabilized remote controlled Tyler mount, bolted to a
> good, low vibration fixed wing (though I've used my share of Jet
> Rangers, too!)

Are gyro-stabilizers really effective with still cameras? Seems I remember
reading they are ideal for video work, but don't damp movement enough to be
really useful for still photography, even at higher shutter speeds. Anyone
know more about that or have experience with these things?

Mel Brown