Abstract: Body mounted support apparatuses are provided. In an illustrative embodiment, a shoulder harness is coupled to a belly plate, with a hinge provided on the belly plate. The hinge may allow motion about at least a first axis. An elongate member, such as a monopod, is provided having a first end and a second end. The elongate member may have an adjustable length. The first end of the elongate member is attached to the hinge, while the second end of the elongate member is adapted to receive one of several devices. Certain of the devices which may be received are adapted for holding a camera, such as a tilt head or a gimbal head. In further embodiments, the hinge allows motion about a second axis and/or allows rotational movement about the axis of the elongate member.