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The Panther Pixy Video Jib

Several months ago I was approached by a surgeon with a view to producing a series of hand surgery training videos. When the first recordings were made it became apparent that a video camera on a traditional tripod would not be able to achieve adequate views. Ideally the camera would need to be placed overhead, and to the side of the surgeon’s head. Other methods were sought and a solution found in a traditional video jib. A jib, jib crane or crane arm, is a common tool in video and film production. Its ability to fluidly position a camera though low to high viewpoints while panning and tilting is employed to achieve several camera “moves”. This ability proved to be essential in theatre recording. The department obtained a Panther Pixy jib (Figure 1). This model was chosen: for its relatively short length; its ability to carry a heavier load; and the smooth tube design allowed for easier cleaning. It was coupled with a mechanical remotely controlled pan/tilt head that can be mounted both on and off the jib’s frame. The jib was mounted on a tripod which itself was mounted on a dolly. (Essentially a flat platform on wheels). It is often required to move the position of the whole construction. Physically lifting the jib would be hazardous so the wheels are particularly useful. The jib was combined with a remotely operated camera and lens system.