Good Tripod
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dmitriandsnow
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Re: Good Tripod
I am suggesting 3182 (black) Bogen heavy duty two stage pod. It supports up to 44lbs of whatever you can come up with, weighs around 8lbs and is beautiful looking. For my budget this was the best alternative. http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/con...tail&Q=&sku=5438&is=REG&si=spec#goto_itemInfo
I am suggesting 3182 (black) Bogen heavy duty two stage pod. It supports up to 44lbs of whatever you can come up with, weighs around 8lbs and is beautiful looking. For my budget this was the best alternative. http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/con...tail&Q=&sku=5438&is=REG&si=spec#goto_itemInfo
dmitriandsnow
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Re: Good Tripod
Yes, well they do have carbon legs and such on the market but i find this set great for my use which is mainly shorts.
The head i have is a bogen 503 it is not a true fluid head i am sure you know that. I was happy with it the first couple months i had it but man now this "stiction" is killing me. To be honest i do not even recommend this head, some guys might give you feedback on true fluid heads such as Miller Sachtler and more. Do yourself a favor if your money allows and get a true fluid head.
good luck
Oh also get a leveling head (60 bucks or so from bh) 3225 i think is the model number. This will save you great time!
Yes, well they do have carbon legs and such on the market but i find this set great for my use which is mainly shorts.
The head i have is a bogen 503 it is not a true fluid head i am sure you know that. I was happy with it the first couple months i had it but man now this "stiction" is killing me. To be honest i do not even recommend this head, some guys might give you feedback on true fluid heads such as Miller Sachtler and more. Do yourself a favor if your money allows and get a true fluid head.
good luck
Oh also get a leveling head (60 bucks or so from bh) 3225 i think is the model number. This will save you great time!
pedro_emauz
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Re: Good Tripod
Hi,
I use the Sachtler DV2 tripod/head and am very happy with it. I only use it when the camera is loaded with full acessories like mattebox and 15 rods raiser plate, because it needs a bit more weight on to perform at its best. I got it on promotion for 1/2 price.
Cheers,
pedro
Hi,
I use the Sachtler DV2 tripod/head and am very happy with it. I only use it when the camera is loaded with full acessories like mattebox and 15 rods raiser plate, because it needs a bit more weight on to perform at its best. I got it on promotion for 1/2 price.
Cheers,
pedro
dmitriandsnow
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Re: Good Tripod
Well this stiction is the effect of the head upon the tilt or pan. I drag my head all the way, as tight of a fluid drag as i can. When letting the head sit for around 2 minutes the tilt starts off with a sticky-like bump, i dislike it.
Well this stiction is the effect of the head upon the tilt or pan. I drag my head all the way, as tight of a fluid drag as i can. When letting the head sit for around 2 minutes the tilt starts off with a sticky-like bump, i dislike it.
Barry_Green
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Re: Good Tripod
Most jibs don't mount on the tripod head, at least the ones I'm familiar with... with the EZ/FX and the CamCrane you remove the head from the tripod, mount the jib on the tripod, and then put the head on the end of the jib arm. So, theoretically, you can remove the jib from your weight calculations.
People seem to like the Manfrotto 503...
Most jibs don't mount on the tripod head, at least the ones I'm familiar with... with the EZ/FX and the CamCrane you remove the head from the tripod, mount the jib on the tripod, and then put the head on the end of the jib arm. So, theoretically, you can remove the jib from your weight calculations.
People seem to like the Manfrotto 503...
HorseFilms
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Re: Good Tripod
I've got the 503 with the 525MVB sticks and I love it. I've noticed an ever-so-slight stiction issue with the tilt (never the pan), but only occasionally. Since I never (or at least extremely rarely) do any live events, this isn't an issue for me. By the time I get around to actually rolling tape, I've rehearsed the move enough that there is not stiction problem.
I've got the 503 with the 525MVB sticks and I love it. I've noticed an ever-so-slight stiction issue with the tilt (never the pan), but only occasionally. Since I never (or at least extremely rarely) do any live events, this isn't an issue for me. By the time I get around to actually rolling tape, I've rehearsed the move enough that there is not stiction problem.
Re: Good Tripod
i'ld have to recommend the vinten vision 3 head, with the right spring in it it balances amazingly well dvx and other light cameras. when properly balanced, set to the loosest tilt setting i can point the camera to the ground midway (45 degree angle) and let go and it will stay there. i can tilt it to the back and let go and it will stay balanced there. the sachtler dv heads spring back to center/level. the head goes for 1000, but i got one in great condition of ebay for 650. plus it has replacable springs to handle camera weights from 4 to 22 lbs. might be a bit much but you wont have to buy another one for a long time, you'll upgrade you camera more often than your tripod and head, so it's worth the investment. spend on the head first and buy inexpensive legs than when the time comes upgrade the legs.
i'ld have to recommend the vinten vision 3 head, with the right spring in it it balances amazingly well dvx and other light cameras. when properly balanced, set to the loosest tilt setting i can point the camera to the ground midway (45 degree angle) and let go and it will stay there. i can tilt it to the back and let go and it will stay balanced there. the sachtler dv heads spring back to center/level. the head goes for 1000, but i got one in great condition of ebay for 650. plus it has replacable springs to handle camera weights from 4 to 22 lbs. might be a bit much but you wont have to buy another one for a long time, you'll upgrade you camera more often than your tripod and head, so it's worth the investment. spend on the head first and buy inexpensive legs than when the time comes upgrade the legs.