View Full Version : Decent Tripod for EX3
ZFarms Productions
10-01-2008, 11:33 AM
What would be a decent tripod to get for an EX3? I have the PHU-60 unit mounted on top of it.
Thanks for any help.
Film it
10-02-2008, 07:12 AM
not sure about a EX3, but I use the Bogen 525MVB with a 503hdv head for my EX1.
Or you can spend the dough and get a Sachtler
the Miller DS 20 on carbon fiber legs ... very good piece of kit.
nsoltz
10-03-2008, 08:56 AM
Miller DS20 or Sachtler FSB-6.
Having rented a 503 when out of the country and unable to secure anything else, it is fine for static shots. If you must tilt, pan or any combination of movements, you will defintiely see the difference between a Manfrotto/Bogen and a higher end piece of gear. I know it's expensive and it's your money not mine-- but I don't think that a tripod is the place to economize.
Spartacus
10-03-2008, 09:28 AM
cartoni focus, still a great bang for the buck...
Libec seems to be the best on the low end with their LB-38, rated for HVX sized cameras with extras.
But if you can afford it, get a Sachtler, it will probably last longer than your EX1 anyway;o)
alexdias
10-03-2008, 06:01 PM
Miller DS20 or Sachtler FSB-6.
Miller Solo DV legs (from the DS20 kit) with the Sachtler FSB-6 head.
Sweet!!!
ZFarms Productions
10-04-2008, 11:33 AM
Thanks for all the info! I'm gonna look into all the tripods mentioned.
MitchLewis
10-08-2008, 10:24 PM
What about the new Sachtler SOOM? Very versitle and made for smaller cameras like the EX1/EX3. You can break it apart and use it as a small tripod for very low angles, a mono pod, and a standard tripod that raises up VERY high compared to it's competitors. $1500 though....might be over your budget.
I'm currently pricing a Cartoni F104 Focus system. The sticks and head go up to 72", which is something I need quite a lot.
MitchLewis
10-09-2008, 10:54 AM
The Sachtler SOOM goes up to 96". Just so you know.
Personally I like the adjusters better on the Sachtler compared to the Miller. But that's a matter of personal opinion. :)
EC Junior
10-09-2008, 11:09 AM
Good Suggestions.
We had the Sachtler, but now we're using the Miller DS20 in our demo floor. They are both good.
MitchLewis
10-09-2008, 11:22 AM
Junior, can you give any details to the differences in "usablility"? Thanks! :)
The Sachtler SOOM goes up to 96". Just so you know.
Personally I like the adjusters better on the Sachtler compared to the Miller. But that's a matter of personal opinion. :)
The problem is you can't use ball adjust with the pole as far as I could tell.
MitchLewis
10-09-2008, 04:54 PM
I "think" you adjust the ball (the camera level) with a big knurled ring that runs around the base of the head. I'm sure you can level it because B&H says it comes with a bubble level.
I "think" you adjust the ball (the camera level) with a big knurled ring that runs around the base of the head. I'm sure you can level it because B&H says it comes with a bubble level.
Thanks I'll have to check it out. Normally you have to adjust using the legs when using a center raised pole.
philip bloom
10-11-2008, 01:57 PM
miller ds20 with carbon fibre solo legs. best bang for buck for sure