Tripod suggestions

[zeroc]

Im thinking of attaching a DOF adaptor to my Hv20. will the M25 work perfectly on this?

[dvtodd]

It should work just fine. It has 2 stage counter balance. 1 the head automatically will keep from falling froward... You push the head down it comes back up on its own... The 2nd would be that the plate slides 3 inches forward or 3 inches back. So depending on how heavy that DOF is, you would probably slide the plate 3" back to help with the counter balance.

[seider]

does the velbon 7000 have pull back (when you stop panning does it move the opposite way?)?

[dvtodd]

I've never used a Velbon. A friend said that the one he used did.

Most "cheaper" tripods do. Which is why i'm still amazed with the M25

[darkprints]

... Plus you an push the mounting plate 3" foward or 3" back.

Just to clarify, the _total_ travel is 3 inches - 1 1/2 " forward or 1 1/2 " back.

That said, it's a great tripod for the price.

[Dr. Benway]

I read on a review once that pullback means that it is not a true fluid head, Vlebon or otherwise. So I guess those $7000 Sachtler fluid heads at B&H must be pretty smoooooooooooooth.

[Dr. Benway]

does the velbon 7000 have pull back (when you stop panning does it move the opposite way?)?

I read on a review once that pullback means that it is not a true fluid head, Velbon or otherwise. So I guess those $7000 Sachtler fluid heads at B&H must be pretty smoooooooooooooth.

[dvtodd]

Just to clarify, the _total_ travel is 3 inches - 1 1/2 " forward or 1 1/2 " back.

That said, it's a great tripod for the price.

Yes. Sorry about that.

[dvtodd]

I read on a review once that pullback means that it is not a true fluid head, Velbon or otherwise. So I guess those $7000 Sachtler fluid heads at B&H must be pretty smoooooooooooooth.

They must be. All I know is. I can't imagine a better head than one on a $1200 Miller.

As far as the "true fluid head" goes. I've never used a velbon.

[Dr. Benway]

Hey, tripod's can be confusing, how? The legs matter, best if they are cross-braced, that the leg locks work and HOLD, that the feet have rubber tips and spikes if possible and that they don't weigh a ton for field work.

The magic part of the tripod is the head and this is where you should put most of your money.

Often buying secondhand and separately can be an economical way to go, but know your stuff, it is an option for us vultures.

You can match and mismatch heads and legs to your hearts content; bogen/manfrotto, slik, velbon etc, just know the thread measurements. If you are ever in a store with a huge range check out their stock and have a play.

[Jessica]

I use this one. Its very tiny, but very easy to carry when you travel. It fits in my camerabag! http://www.hama.de/portal/articleId*...omcat_de_lin23

Max height: 21cm !

[dvtodd]

I use this one. Its very tiny, but very easy to carry when you travel. It fits in my camerabag! http://www.hama.de/portal/articleId*...omcat_de_lin23

Max height: 21cm !

That thing will fit in yer pocket too!!!

[zeroc]

guys, how abt Impact VT2500? have anyone used this?
if so please leave a comment on this baby!

[zeroc]

also please comment on this tripod as well.

https://secure.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/...&Q=update&null

[smoke~20]

also please comment on this tripod as well.

https://secure.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/...&Q=update&null

The link you gave takes me to a BH and states my cart is empty. Is this a direct link to the product?

[zeroc]

sorry....here is the correct link

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...ipod_with.html

[zeroc]

any recommendation on these tripods above?

[jhenson]

is necessary to purchase the quick release plate with the dv-7000?

[zeroc]

i think dv-7000 comes with the QR plate.

[zeroc]

Can anyone comment on this tripod? i think this will do smooth panning job.


http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...40_Tripod.html

[Lori]

I bought this one a couple of weeks ago. I compared a bunch at a local store (DFW, TX area). They had more expensive - but I didn't find one that suited my needs any better.

Have field tested it (literally) a couple of times now and couldn't be more pleased. Next Saturday I'll be in waders and water with it - trying to capture some retriever water work.

Highly recommend the 607.

Kev

Do you still like the Velbon 607?

[Mal]

i think this will do smooth panning job.

No, it won't.

Here's a post I wrote recently about tripods, FWIW:
http://www.hv20.com/showpost.php?p=40879&postcount=8

[MaxwellMcleod]

Hello,

Could anyone recommend some good-for-the-price fluid head tripods? I don't usually use a tripod, but recently it's begun to dawn on me that it might be a good idea to pick one up. I'm not terribly wealthy (read: a poor filmmaker), so around $100 would be a great price point.

I couldn't find a relevant topic on the forums, so I decided to make one of my own, but if there is already a topic in regards to this, please point me in the correct direction.

Thank you,
Maxwell McLeod
MT Films

[Erik Bien]

Hi Maxwell, welcome to the forum!

This topic has come up here once or twice or thrice before ...

[Lunchbox]

Erik! great job searching for those links! I will suggest making it as sticky. Thanks