Tripods
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Michael_Bott
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Re: Tripods
I've always thought the Vinten Pro 5 was a rebadged 501. Anybody know if that's right?
I've always thought the Vinten Pro 5 was a rebadged 501. Anybody know if that's right?
Z
Zoomforce
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Micheal.. your a smart cookie.. The 5 was one of Vintens first DV tripods sourced out to Bogen, and Gitzo had one at that time as well.
In fact, you wont believe it but Vinten, Gitzo, Bogen and Manfrotto, O'conner and Sachtler are all owned by the same company.
Micheal.. your a smart cookie.. The 5 was one of Vintens first DV tripods sourced out to Bogen, and Gitzo had one at that time as well.
In fact, you wont believe it but Vinten, Gitzo, Bogen and Manfrotto, O'conner and Sachtler are all owned by the same company.
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[quote author=Jarred Land link=board=Links;num=1089608567;start=15#23 date=07/12/04 at 12:39:42]In fact, you wont believe it but Vinten, Gitzo, Bogen and Manfrotto, O'conner and Sachtler are all owned by the same company.[/quote]
I'm gonna call bullshit on that. You are kidding right?
[quote author=Jarred Land link=board=Links;num=1089608567;start=15#23 date=07/12/04 at 12:39:42]In fact, you wont believe it but Vinten, Gitzo, Bogen and Manfrotto, O'conner and Sachtler are all owned by the same company.[/quote]
I'm gonna call bullshit on that. You are kidding right?
Z
Zoomforce
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nope.. true story. Company called the Vitec Group owns the whole kit and kaboodle. You learn something new everyday
nope.. true story. Company called the Vitec Group owns the whole kit and kaboodle. You learn something new everyday
Z
Zoomforce
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ha ha.. yeah its a big trend. Tiffen went on its own little shopping spree a few years back as well.
ha ha.. yeah its a big trend. Tiffen went on its own little shopping spree a few years back as well.
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I haven't heard any mention of the Manfrotto 516. I'm not happy at all with the 501 pans and tilts. I would like to start and stop a pan with a super smooth action. I practiced on a 503 yesterday and I'm just not happy with the feel. Maybe I'm doing somthing wrong. Please help :-[
I haven't heard any mention of the Manfrotto 516. I'm not happy at all with the 501 pans and tilts. I would like to start and stop a pan with a super smooth action. I practiced on a 503 yesterday and I'm just not happy with the feel. Maybe I'm doing somthing wrong. Please help :-[
Bill_Bolton
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Re: Tripods
I'm considering a Sachtler DV6, has anyone had experience with that?
I'm considering a Sachtler DV6, has anyone had experience with that?
Z
Zoomforce
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DV6 is a good head, but if your used to using a real Sacht you will be dissapointed.
DV6 is a good head, but if your used to using a real Sacht you will be dissapointed.
Bill_Bolton
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Re: Tripods
What's a 'real' Sachtler? I'm assuming a Sachtler for ENG?? I'm also looking at the Vinten Vision 3, is it better? I will be using the Chrosziel mattebox and Century glass up front, so weight is a consideration.
What's a 'real' Sachtler? I'm assuming a Sachtler for ENG?? I'm also looking at the Vinten Vision 3, is it better? I will be using the Chrosziel mattebox and Century glass up front, so weight is a consideration.
Z
Zoomforce
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no not for ENG.. for 35mm. I shouldn't of put it like that, as it makes it sound like thier video stuff is crap, which its not.
no not for ENG.. for 35mm. I shouldn't of put it like that, as it makes it sound like thier video stuff is crap, which its not.
Bill_Bolton
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The quotes I've gotten show the Vinten Vision 3 and Sachtler DV6 to be pretty close in price, is there a compelling reason to choose one over the other? Service, Reliability etc?
The quotes I've gotten show the Vinten Vision 3 and Sachtler DV6 to be pretty close in price, is there a compelling reason to choose one over the other? Service, Reliability etc?
Z
Zoomforce
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Service and Reliability go with Sachtler.. they are pretty industructable. All the Vintens I have used that are a couple years old really don't hold up well, but that could of changed with newer models.
Service and Reliability go with Sachtler.. they are pretty industructable. All the Vintens I have used that are a couple years old really don't hold up well, but that could of changed with newer models.
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My Vinten Vision 3 is a couple of years old and has been used extensively with my 18-20lb DVC200 camera & lens combo. I put Bogen sticks on it though (saved some $$). The darn thing is holding up like a champ. Performs just like it did day 1. Very well.
Andrew
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My Vinten Vision 3 is a couple of years old and has been used extensively with my 18-20lb DVC200 camera & lens combo. I put Bogen sticks on it though (saved some $$). The darn thing is holding up like a champ. Performs just like it did day 1. Very well.
Andrew
Crystal Clear Media
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May be I'm biased being an Aussie but Miller make good tripods. I've got a Miller DS-10 and have had no problems with it at all.
Oh by the way over here it is quite evident that Schatler and Manfrotto are in bed together. As a rule in here you get Manfrotto for still photography and Schatler for Video/film, or thats what I've noticed anyway.
May be I'm biased being an Aussie but Miller make good tripods. I've got a Miller DS-10 and have had no problems with it at all.
Oh by the way over here it is quite evident that Schatler and Manfrotto are in bed together. As a rule in here you get Manfrotto for still photography and Schatler for Video/film, or thats what I've noticed anyway.
Z
Zoomforce
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yes.. the millers are very nice
yes.. the millers are very nice
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Just got a Vinten Vision 3 with the #2 spring. Too much, switching to the #1 spring. Nice head.
also own a 12 year old Vision 20. Locks don't lock real tight but otherwise works very well. Vintens feature 180 degree tilt. love that.
Vinten USA very helpful with parts & service. Sent the 20 in about 5 years ago for tune up. They have a loaner program for service. excellent customer service!
Just got a Vinten Vision 3 with the #2 spring. Too much, switching to the #1 spring. Nice head.
also own a 12 year old Vision 20. Locks don't lock real tight but otherwise works very well. Vintens feature 180 degree tilt. love that.
Vinten USA very helpful with parts & service. Sent the 20 in about 5 years ago for tune up. They have a loaner program for service. excellent customer service!