Looking for a good tripod/fluid head? at DVinfo.net

Brian Duddy · February 14th, 2008, 11:20 AM

Hello all, I have been reading this forum for about 8 months but I havent found my answer yet. I own the canon XH-A1 and I need to buy a tripod with fluid head. my goal is to own a 8-12 foot crain within a years time but for now I just need the tripod. What would be a good one that will acommadate me in the future with the crain I intend to purchase. Im thingking 100mm bowl but not sure if this is over kill? any suggestions will be greatfull. and your theory will be welcomed as well. Thank you.

Greg Boston · February 14th, 2008, 11:51 AM

A tripod with 100mm bowl would be a good investment as you can use a smaller head if necessary using a 100 to 75 adapter. That way, you'd have sturdy crane support, while being able to match the correct head for your camcorder. As a bonus, if you step up to a larger camera requiring the use of a 100mm bowl head, you're golden with the sticks you already own.

-gb-

Chris Hurd · February 14th, 2008, 03:43 PM

Direct replies to http://www.dvinfo.net/conf/showthread.php?t=84267 -- thanks in advance,

February 14th, 2008, 11:20 AM	#1
Brian Duddy New Boot Join Date: May 2007 Location: Spokane WA Posts: 10	Looking for a good tripod/fluid head? Hello all, I have been reading this forum for about 8 months but I havent found my answer yet. I own the canon XH-A1 and I need to buy a tripod with fluid head. my goal is to own a 8-12 foot crain within a years time but for now I just need the tripod. What would be a good one that will acommadate me in the future with the crain I intend to purchase. Im thingking 100mm bowl but not sure if this is over kill? any suggestions will be greatfull. and your theory will be welcomed as well. Thank you.

February 14th, 2008, 03:43 PM	#3
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February 14th, 2008, 11:51 AM	#2
Greg Boston Wrangler Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: DFW area, TX Posts: 6,117 Images: 1	A tripod with 100mm bowl would be a good investment as you can use a smaller head if necessary using a 100 to 75 adapter. That way, you'd have sturdy crane support, while being able to match the correct head for your camcorder. As a bonus, if you step up to a larger camera requiring the use of a 100mm bowl head, you're golden with the sticks you already own. -gb-