tripod help

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skee

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can anyone recommend a good quality, fluid head tripod that is stable (for a dvx100b), and under $200? I am a noob and need some help haha. Thanks!
 
I just got my mate to purchase a Matthews 25 from B&H photo for $170 for his HV30 (comes with a bag too). The load capacity is supposedly 7kg which should be heaps. Flip locks legs, only weight about 3kg. I've seen the tripod and only had a real quick play with it but for the money it looks pretty damn good. Build quality is really great for the price.

You can find out some other peoples thoughts on it at the HV20.com forum. I'd be as bold to say it might be THE cheap tripod to get.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/502679-REG/Matthews_M25_M25_Tripod_System.html
 
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There is no fluid head tripod for under $200, and nothing that can be considered "good quality." $500 is the minimum for a semi-decent tripod head and stick; look at Bogens.
 
I'm still looking for used Millers if anyone comes across any -- for LESS than standard new price!!!

CaptM
 
thanks for the help, I might have to check out that matthews one. if anyone else has any input before I buy one, please let me know. Thanks!
 
All I can say is you'll end up with $170 worth of tripod and head... and that ain't all that good!!

CaptM
 
Dudes - have you used the Matthews 25? Use it then comment.

I'm not saying it beats my miller solo vj/cartoni focus, but if you're on a budget it's a very good deal and quiet useable.
 
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