Which term refers to the camera support or rig that allows pedestal, pan and tilt during the move (aka crane)?

Which term refers to the camera support or rig that allows pedestal, pan and tilt during the move (aka crane)?

• A. Jib Arm
• B. Spreader
• C. Crane
• D. Quick Release Plate

Answer: (B)

Spreader is the structural bar that connects the crane’s sections and keeps the rig rigid, which makes it possible to perform pedestal, pan and tilt moves on a crane. It sets the geometry and distributes the load so the camera at the end of the arm can move smoothly as you lift, sweep, and pan. The overall moving arm itself is the crane or jib, and the quick release plate is just a mounting interface, so the spreader specifically refers to that stabilizing crossbar that enables the crane’s motion.

Spreader is the structural bar that connects the crane’s sections and keeps the rig rigid, which makes it possible to perform pedestal, pan and tilt moves on a crane. It sets the geometry and distributes the load so the camera at the end of the arm can move smoothly as you lift, sweep, and pan. The overall moving arm itself is the crane or jib, and the quick release plate is just a mounting interface, so the spreader specifically refers to that stabilizing crossbar that enables the crane’s motion.