Miller ProJib Camera Jib Arm

Description

The Miller ProJib is a compact professional camera jib designed to add smooth vertical elevation, horizontal tracking, and diagonal camera movement to film and video productions. By extending the movement capabilities of a conventional fluid head, the ProJib allows camera operators to achieve dynamic crane-style shots while maintaining a relatively compact and portable setup.

The ProJib is particularly well suited for productions that need elevated camera perspectives without the size, transportation requirements, and complexity of a large camera crane.

Key Features

• Professional camera jib arm
• Approximately 25 lb jib-arm weight
• Folds to approximately 48 inches for transportation
• Camera travel up to approximately 6 feet depending on configuration
• Supports camera and fluid-head combinations up to approximately 50 lb
• Smooth vertical, horizontal, and diagonal camera movement
• Integrated pan and tilt drag controls
• Positive jib-arm movement lock
• Sliding tailshaft for precise counterbalancing
• Compatible with professional 100mm-bowl tripod systems
• Compact and portable design
• Can be operated by a single trained operator
• Suitable for studio and location production

Camera Movement

The Miller ProJib expands the normal pan-and-tilt movement of a fluid head by adding controlled camera elevation and tracking.

This allows operators to create:

• Crane-up and crane-down shots
• Elevated establishing shots
• Descending camera movements
• Rising reveals
• Horizontal tracking shots
• Diagonal tracking movements
• High-angle perspectives
• Low-to-high transitions
• Smooth cinematic camera movements

Compact Production Design

One of the major advantages of the ProJib is its compact design. The jib folds down to approximately 48 inches, making it significantly easier to transport and store than larger production cranes.

Its relatively lightweight construction makes it a practical option for location productions where equipment must be transported between multiple shooting locations.

Counterbalance System

The ProJib uses a sliding tailshaft and standard barbell-style counterweights to balance the camera and fluid-head combination.

Proper counterbalancing is essential for smooth and controlled operation. The total system weight, including the jib, fluid head, camera, accessories, and counterweights, must be considered when determining the appropriate tripod or support system.

Tripod Compatibility

The ProJib is designed to work with professional heavy-duty tripod and support systems. Depending on the configuration, it can be used with compatible 100mm-bowl tripod systems and professional fluid heads.

A properly rated tripod, fluid head, counterweight system, and safety ballast should always be used for the camera package being mounted. Miller’s operating documentation emphasizes the importance of sufficient ballast and proper support to prevent the jib from becoming unstable.

Ideal Applications

The Miller ProJib is an excellent choice for:

• Film production
• Commercial production
• Music videos
• Corporate videos
• Television production
• Interviews
• Weddings and events
• Live performances
• Studio production
• Documentary production
• Promotional videos
• Establishing shots
• Cinematic camera movements

Why Rent the Miller ProJib?

The Miller ProJib provides many of the creative advantages of a traditional camera crane while remaining compact enough for location work. Its lightweight construction, folding design, and straightforward setup make it an excellent solution for productions that need elevated and tracking camera movements without bringing a large crane system to set.

It works especially well with professional cinema and broadcast cameras such as the Sony FX6, Sony FX9, Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro, and similar camera systems when paired with an appropriately rated fluid head and tripod.

Recommended Rental Package

A complete Miller ProJib rental package can include:

• Miller ProJib 711 jib arm
• Compatible 100mm fluid head
• Heavy-duty 100mm tripod
• Counterweights
• Jib mounting hardware
• Safety ballast
• Carrying case