Tripod and Head input for Canon XH G1 and XH A1

[Tom McKay]

Specific to Canon XH G1 and XH A1

1. How many people use a 100mm bowl tripod?

2. How many people here wish they had a better tripod and head system for their XH G1 and XH A1 series camera.?

3. What can't you do with your tripod?

4. Any panning or tilting problems because of camera overall length?

Constructive input only. Please do not bash a brand or promote a brand this is strictly a request for information on any or all the questions posed.

Feel free to private message.

Thanks,

Tom

 

[unTripp]

I have a Libec TH-M20 and here's what I know:

1: No
2: Yes, but it's a balancing act between price/functionality/weight. I like what I have but there are better sticks out there.
3: Although it claims a fluid head, the pans are not always butter smooth. Really, really slow moves are difficult, but all of this is to be expected in a $200 unit. That's really the only shortcoming.
4: Aside from what I stated above, the sticks don't foul the camera at all and I have a free range of motion.

I get the impression that you're looking for a higher end unit than what I have and that would be a smart move overall. My sticks have served me well and have the advantage of being aluminum and weight is an issue when dragging the kit all over the great outdoors.

If you want all-singing, all-dancing sticks it's hard to beat Manfrotto.