Knowing that camera movement destroys image sharpness but that profitable pictures are often made on the run, smart pros seek a compromise between tripod and handheld exposures. Countless portable supports exist, but even if a stationary object can be found on location, critical shots can be lost in the time needed to set up. Minimum clarity sometimes depends on use - a soft image being acceptable, say, for news but not evidence work - but when the maximum percentage of tack sharp handheld shots are needed the gyro stabilizer is in order

Enter the Kenyon Gyro Stabilizer, a small, battery-powered, pod-like case that screws into a tripod socket and "floats" the camera in free space with only its weight supported by your hands. The device is maintenance free, works with any camera, spotting scope or binocular and, best of all, retains the freedom and speed of handheld shooting. The Kenyon system is neither a musing of some future technology nor a magic trick, but an intelligent application of basic physics.

Admiral KS-8
The Admiral has been developed to provide Ken-Lab's simplified stabilization for camera equipment in the 8 (3,6kg) to 12 lbs (5.5kg) range. Through the use of heavy metal tungsten wheels the effect of two KS-6 units is achieved in a standard KS-6 housing, with no increase in running power required. This is our most powerful unit to date.
Specifications:
Size: 3.4" diameter x 5.8" long
Weight: 5.13 lbs (82 oz.)(2.3kg)
Power: 115 volts, 400 Hz, 26 watts starting with 11 watts running after 4 minutes. 3 hours running on a fully charged KP-6 Power pack.
Panning Rate: 30 degrees per second

Commander KS-6
Designed to handle the more difficult assignments, the KS-6 provides almost twice the stabilization of the KS-4. Steady sequences with smooth panning from helicopters, boats or any moving vehicle is now a possibility. Troublesome vibrations are dampened out for medium format cameras or long lenses, without the loss of hand-held freedom of motion. The KS-6 is easily attached to camcorders, videotape television cameras, etc. to realize the full potential of telephoto and zoom lenses. One or two KS-6 gyros are often used for in steadicam systems. The KS-6 is recommended for equipment as heavy as 6 lbs (2.7kg).
Specifications:
Size: 3.4" diameter x 5.8" long
Weight: 3.25 lbs (52 oz.)(1.5kg)
Power: 115 volts, 400 Hz, 26 watts starting with 11 watts running after 4 minutes. 3 hours running on a fully charged KP-6 Power pack.
Panning Rate: 20 degrees per second

Universal KS-4
Versatile in its stabilization capability for high power binoculars, the Universal KS-4 provides lowest cost per device served. Ultra heavy metal gyro rims enable maximum stabilization in a minimum casing size. Military tested and approved, the KS-4 has shown the recognition capability of binoculars to be improved 2.4 times. For photographic work in low light levels, exposures to 1 second can be used (hand held). Hand-held devices to 4 lbs (1.8kg) can be easily stabilized by the KS-4.
Specifications:
Size: 2.8" diameter x 4.5" long
Weight: 2.13 lbs (34 oz.)(.96kg)
Power: 115 volts, 400 Hz, 12 watts starting with 4 watts running after 4 minutes run up time. 6 hours of run time off our 7.2 amp hour power pack.
Panning Rate: 20 degrees per second

Explorer KS-2
For the sportsman, yachtsman and palm recorder specialist the Explorer is an ideal choice. Frequently it is desirable to quickly identify a landmark or photograph a bird or animal at long range. With the light weight Explorer stabilizer these tasks are reduced to routine. The units adds stabilization of an optical system weighing up to 2 lbs (.90kg).For the sportsman, yachtsman and palm recorder specialist the Explorer is an ideal choice.
Specifications:
Size: 2.8" diameter x 4.5" long
Weight: 1.5 lbs (24 oz.)(.68kg)
Power: 115 volts, 400 Hz, 12 watts starting with 4 watts running after 4 minutes run up time. 6 hours of run time off our 7.2 amp hour power pack.

The Kenyon Gyro Stabilizers are a small pod-like unit that runs off our 12 volt powerpack, which has a shoulder strap. Thus with the unit attached to the camera and the battery on the shoulder (or in a carpenter's belt) you have complete freedom to move about. The units are 400 cycle AC. We have a small inverter on top of the battery to access its DC power, and the portable power pack comes with an overnight charger.

The unit operates two gyroscopic wheels which are in opposing axis to each other, and when they are up to their normal 22000 RPM operating speed, resist both pitch and yaw, when in line with the lens, the motors are brushless and the unit is helium filled, hermetically sealed and is maintenance free. You can expect several thousand hours of worry free use.

You can bypass the battery and use external 12 volt power, such as in a plane or car, or boat. A 24 -28 volt inverter is available for helicopter use. If you have access to 400 cycle power (military and some helicopters) you need not use the inverter at all.

The units take 5 to 7 minutes to get to full operating RPM and the typical running time off the batteries we supply can be noted on the following chart. We also have developed two outsized gyros, the KS-10 and the KS-12. The latter is 15 lbs and is 9" x 4.5" in dimension. These are specially made (not a stock item) for extreme situations or heavy equipment.

You should use the gyro stabilized camera or other optical device in a slightly slower motion than without the gyro. This is to permit twin gyros to precess and stay in line with each other.

The units are internally gimballed and have internal stops to prevent the gyros from precessing too far. This slower action, especially in panning may take some getting used to, but the pan will be sharp.