Short answer: a complete 10 ft telescopic jib package for $1,250 — 25 kg payload, stand and dolly included, counterweights not included
The Proaim 10' Wave-2 is a telescopic camera jib crane that extends from 6 ft to 10 ft and supports camera setups up to 25 kg (55 lb), designed for smooth cinematic crane shots. This package — SKU P-WV-2PL-SD — costs $1,250 USD (listed down from $1,319) and includes the jib arm, the CST-100 tripod stand with aluminum spreader, and a portable dolly, plus storage bags. The maker says it works with cameras, gimbals and pan tilt heads, and lists film production, music videos and event shoots as its best uses. It comes with a 1-year warranty and 30-day returns, according to the product page.
How we wrote this: we have not hands-on tested the Proaim 10' Wave-2. Prices, specifications and claims below come from the maker's own product page, as checked on November 1, 2026, and we say so wherever a claim is the maker's rather than our own finding. All prices on the maker's site are in US dollars (USD).
See the Proaim 10' Wave-2 jib crane package on the maker's site
What it is
Short answer: a jib crane — a long arm on a pivot that lets a camera sweep up, down and across in one smooth move — sold here as a ready-to-shoot package with tripod stand and dolly.
A jib crane is one of the oldest ways to make video look cinematic: the camera rides on the end of a long arm, counterbalanced at the back, and the operator pans and tilts it through big, smooth arcs that a tripod or a gimbal cannot reproduce. The Proaim 10' Wave-2 is the maker's telescopic jib, sold here as the full package — arm, CST-100 tripod stand, aluminum spreader and portable dolly — so it arrives as a working crane system rather than a bare arm that still needs support gear. Proaim has sold film and video support gear since 1997, according to its site.
Price and what is in the box
Short answer: $1,250 USD (down from $1,319), with the jib, CST-100 tripod stand, spreader, portable dolly, adapters and storage bags — but no counterweights, which you must buy separately.
The product page lists this package at $1,250 USD, marked down from $1,319 — a 5% saving. It also promises 30-day returns and a 1-year warranty on all products. The page shows the package in stock at the time of checking.
What is in the box, according to the maker's own list:
- Proaim 10' Wave-2 video camera crane jib
- Proaim CST-100mm bowl tripod stand with aluminum spreader (CST-100-01)
- Proaim portable dolly (P-PRT-D)
- 75mm conversion ring
- 100mm bowl adapter
- Flat base plate
- Storage bags
The one thing missing is the counterweights. The product page's own Q&A states plainly that counterweights are NOT included, and the maker's counterweight table shows you need roughly twice the camera setup's weight in counterweights — 30 kg for a 15 kg rig, 40 kg for 20 kg, and 50 kg for 25 kg. The counterweight bar accepts standard one-inch barbell weights, according to the page, so you can source them from a gym supplier — but budget for them, because the crane cannot be balanced without them.
For context, Proaim also lists the 10' Wave-2 jib arm on its own for $578 USD. The $672 gap to this $1,250 package is what the stand, spreader, dolly, adapters and bags cost — worth it if you need the whole system, and worth skipping if you already own a heavy-duty tripod and dolly.
The jib: reach, payload and counterweights
Short answer: the arm telescopes from 6 ft to 10 ft, carries up to 25 kg, weighs 7 kg itself, and needs about twice your camera rig's weight in counterweights — which are sold separately.
The headline numbers are straightforward. The jib arm is telescopic, adjustable from 6 feet to 10 feet, and the maker rates it for camera setups up to 25 kg (55 lb). The arm itself weighs 7 kg (15 lb) and is built from high-grade aluminum and stainless steel, according to the product page.
Two design details matter in practice: the two-arm design, which the maker says adds strength and stability, and the assembly hub, which the maker says provides drag for smooth panning and absorbs unwanted vibration from the operator — plus pan knobs and a built-in bubble leveler for fast setup on uneven surfaces. The jib pans a full 360 degrees.
The counterweight table on the product page is worth reading before you buy, because it shows how the arm's reach changes with the load:
| Camera weight | Counterweight needed | Measured length | Length from U-fork to camera plate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 kg | 30 kg | 305 cm | 201 cm |
| 20 kg | 40 kg | 259 cm | 172 cm |
| 25 kg | 50 kg | 208 cm | 143 cm |
The pattern is clear: the heavier the camera, the more counterweight you need and the shorter the usable reach. The maker notes that the counterweight required is approximately twice the weight of the camera setup with the arm fully extended, and that a collapsed arm may need fewer counterweights than usual. One more limit to know: the telescopic arm cannot be extended while filming, according to the maker's Q&A — set the length before the take, not during it.
The stand and the dolly
Short answer: the CST-100 tripod stand is rated to 80 kg and the portable dolly to 500 kg, so the support gear is rated far above the jib's own 25 kg payload.
The stand is the CST-100, a high-grade CNC aluminum tripod with a 100mm bowl, rated by the maker to a payload of up to 80 kg (176 lb). Its height adjusts from 34 to 60 inches, and the tripod itself weighs 6.5 kg (14.33 lb). The aluminum spreader that comes with it is rated to 400 kg (880 lb) and fits tripods with twin spiked feet.
The portable dolly is the heavy lifter of the package: high-grade steel, rated to 500 kg (1,100 lb), with secure tripod feet holders, locking brakes, high-quality wheels and a foldable design. It weighs 10.7 kg (23.5 lb), rolls the whole crane into position, and the maker says its wheels are replaceable with track wheels.
The point of all three ratings is headroom: the jib carries 25 kg, the stand 80 kg, the spreader 400 kg and the dolly 500 kg. What the ratings do not cover is the counterweight — a 25 kg camera plus 50 kg of counterweight is 75 kg on the arm, close to the stand's 80 kg rating.
Compatibility: heads, gimbals and pan tilt heads
Short answer: it takes 75mm and 100mm fluid heads and pan tilt heads on its flat base plate, works with gimbals such as the DJI Ronin, but not every Proaim pan tilt head fits — check the head before you buy.
Compatibility is where a jib purchase usually goes wrong, so the maker's Q&A is worth more than the marketing copy here. What the product page confirms:
- Fluid heads: the camera head mount accepts 75mm and 100mm fluid heads, with a conversion ring and bowl adapter included.
- Pan tilt heads: the flat base plate is made for pan tilt heads. The Q&A says the PT-SR pan tilt head is compatible — but the Explorer Pro pan tilt head is NOT compatible. If you already own a Proaim pan tilt head, check the model first.
- Gimbals: the jib is compatible with gimbals such as the DJI Ronin, according to the page and its Q&A.
- Video heads: the Manfrotto 502AH Pro Video Head can be mounted using the BA-100 adapter, according to the Q&A.
One more distinction to keep straight: this package (SKU P-WV-2PL-SD) is the jib plus stand, spreader and dolly. The maker also sells a "10' Wave-2 Plus" package (P-WV-2PL-PP) that adds a pan tilt head. If a listing mentions a pan tilt head in the box, it is the Plus package, not this one.
Check the current price and full compatibility details on the maker's site
Setup and portability
Short answer: the jib weighs 7 kg, the stand 6.5 kg and the dolly 10.7 kg, and the system packs into the included storage bags — portable for a crane, but still a three-piece kit to carry and balance on every shoot.
A 10 ft crane is never a one-bag carry, and the Wave-2 is honest about that: the system comes in high-quality storage bags for transport, according to the maker, and the dolly folds down. The bubble leveler helps with setup on uneven ground, and the two-arm design plus the assembly hub's drag are meant to keep the pan smooth once you are rolling.
Setup time is a real consideration for event and wedding shooters: assemble the tripod and spreader, mount the jib, set the arm length, load the counterweights, balance the rig, and level it — then reverse it all at wrap. That is normal for a jib, and it is why the Wave-2 suits planned shoots (film sets, music videos, staged events) more than run-and-gun work.
Pros and cons
Short answer: the strengths are the complete package, the telescopic reach and the heavy-duty support gear; the trade-offs are the separate counterweights, the setup time, and the shrinking reach at full payload.
Pros:
- A complete package for $1,250 USD — jib, CST-100 tripod stand, spreader, portable dolly, adapters and bags in one box, down from $1,319.
- Telescopic 6 ft to 10 ft arm — adjustable reach for different shots and locations, instead of a fixed-length jib.
- 25 kg (55 lb) payload — enough for a DSLR or mirrorless rig, a gimbal, or a small cinema camera with accessories.
- Support gear rated far above the jib — 80 kg stand, 400 kg spreader, 500 kg dolly, so the tripod and dolly are not the weak link.
- 75mm/100mm fluid head mounts plus a flat base plate — works with fluid heads, pan tilt heads and gimbals such as the DJI Ronin.
- Bubble leveler, pan knobs and drag hub — the maker says these keep setup fast and the pan smooth.
- 30-day returns and a 1-year warranty, according to the product page.
Cons:
- Counterweights are NOT included — you need roughly twice your camera rig's weight in counterweights, a separate purchase on top of $1,250.
- Reach shrinks as the camera gets heavier — 305 cm of measured length at 15 kg, but only 208 cm at the full 25 kg payload.
- The telescopic arm cannot be extended while filming — set the length before the take.
- Not every Proaim pan tilt head fits — the Explorer Pro head is not compatible, so check your head model first.
- Setup and teardown take time — a three-piece crane system with balancing is not a grab-and-go rig.
- We have not hands-on tested it — the smoothness and build claims are the maker's, and the product page shows only a single 5-star customer review, too thin to treat as a verdict.
Who should buy it, and who should skip it
Short answer: buy it if you shoot planned video — film sets, music videos, events — and want a complete crane system for $1,250; skip it if you need a grab-and-go rig, already own a heavy tripod and dolly, or shoot with a camera over 25 kg.
Buy it if:
- You shoot film, music videos or events and want crane moves — rising shots, sweeping pans — that a tripod or gimbal cannot give you.
- You need the whole system: jib, stand, spreader and dolly in one purchase, with storage bags.
- Your camera rig is 25 kg or under, including the head, and you are willing to buy counterweights separately.
- You use 75mm or 100mm fluid heads, a compatible pan tilt head, or a gimbal such as the DJI Ronin.
Skip it if:
- You shoot run-and-gun or documentary work where setup time matters — a gimbal or a slider will serve you better.
- You already own a heavy-duty tripod and dolly: the jib arm alone is listed at $578 USD, so the package premium only makes sense if you need the support gear.
- Your camera setup weighs more than 25 kg — this jib is not rated for it.
- You own the Explorer Pro pan tilt head and planned to mount it on this jib — the maker says it is not compatible.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Proaim 10' Wave-2 jib crane package cost?
Short answer: $1,250 USD, listed down from $1,319, with 30-day returns and a 1-year warranty.
The package (SKU P-WV-2PL-SD) includes the 10' Wave-2 jib, the CST-100 tripod stand with aluminum spreader, the portable dolly, a 75mm conversion ring, a 100mm bowl adapter, a flat base plate and storage bags. Counterweights are not included.
What camera weight can the Wave-2 jib support?
Short answer: up to 25 kg (55 lb).
The maker rates the jib for camera setups up to 25 kg. The arm telescopes from 6 ft to 10 ft, and the maker says the counterweight needed is approximately twice the camera setup's weight — 30 kg for a 15 kg rig, 40 kg for 20 kg, and 50 kg for 25 kg. Heavier cameras also shorten the usable reach, from 305 cm at 15 kg down to 208 cm at 25 kg.
Does the package include counterweights?
Short answer: no — counterweights are NOT included, and you cannot balance the jib without them.
The product page's own Q&A states that counterweights are not included. The counterweight bar accepts standard one-inch barbell weights, according to the page, so they can be bought from a gym supplier — but they are a separate purchase on top of the $1,250 package price.
Is the Wave-2 jib compatible with gimbals and pan tilt heads?
Short answer: yes for gimbals such as the DJI Ronin and for pan tilt heads on the flat base plate — but check the head model first.
The maker lists the jib as compatible with cameras, gimbals and pan tilt heads, and its Q&A confirms compatibility with gimbals like the DJI Ronin. The PT-SR pan tilt head is compatible, but the Explorer Pro pan tilt head is not. The camera head mount accepts 75mm and 100mm fluid heads, and the Manfrotto 502AH Pro Video Head can be mounted using the BA-100 adapter.
Verdict
Short answer: a good-value complete crane system for planned shoots — $1,250 buys the jib, a stand rated to 80 kg and a dolly rated to 500 kg — as long as you budget for counterweights and your rig is 25 kg or under.
The case for the Proaim 10' Wave-2 package is that it removes the usual jib-buying problem: instead of buying an arm and then discovering you still need a heavy tripod, a spreader and a dolly, this box has all of it, with the support gear rated far above the jib's own payload. The telescopic arm, the 25 kg rating and the gimbal and pan tilt compatibility cover most DSLR, mirrorless and small cinema setups.
The honest caveats are the counterweights — not included, roughly twice your camera's weight, and a real extra cost — the reach that shrinks at full payload, and the fact that we have not hands-on tested it, so the smoothness claims rest on the maker's word and a single customer review. If you shoot planned video and need a complete crane system, this is a sensible buy. If you already own the support gear, the $578 arm alone is the better deal.
Check the current price of the Proaim 10' Wave-2 jib crane package on the maker's site
All prices are in US dollars (USD) and were checked on the maker's site on November 1, 2026. We have not hands-on tested this product — specifications and claims are the maker's own, as published on the product page.
