http://www.dvinfo.net/forum/ en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 05:56:10 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.dvinfo.net/forum/images/misc/rss.jpg http://www.dvinfo.net/forum/ http://www.dvinfo.net/forum/tripod-sticks-heads/467932-how-can-fsb6-head-used-flat-base-tripod.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 04:54:24 GMT I have been using the Gitzo GT3531 (Carbon 6X line) tripod with the Gitzo G2271M fluid head. They say it's a fluid head but after a little use I wondder if it's actually a "fluid like head". When shooting with the XL-H1A, I have to make about 6 pans to get one acceptable shot due to the head sticking in two spots. I want to use the Sachtler FSB6, but l would like to keep the Gitzo tripod legs. Does anybody know if there's a way to adapt this tripod for use with the bowl-type head? I think so but don't want to order the wrong parts. This GT3531 is the Mountaineer line and comes with the adjustable center pole, if that helps. Also, I can't find where extra quick release plates (camera attachment) are sold separately. Are they available for the FSB6 quick release mechanism? ]]> Mark Watson http://www.dvinfo.net/forum/tripod-sticks-heads/467932-how-can-fsb6-head-used-flat-base-tripod.html http://www.dvinfo.net/forum/tripod-sticks-heads/467824-other-tripod-then-libec-ls38.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:32:45 GMT I have at this moment a LS38
I used it for my Canon XHA1 + Brevis adapter and external screen etc.
I'm happy with it, but the biggest problem I'm having with it is that it's
just quite bulky to carry around.
We are doing weddings with it.
Now I'm buying a Canon 7D to change it with the whole XHA1 & Brevis system.
So I was thinking, it may be good to have another lighter tripod for easier use.
What would you advice ? ]]> Bart Wierzbicki http://www.dvinfo.net/forum/tripod-sticks-heads/467824-other-tripod-then-libec-ls38.html http://www.dvinfo.net/forum/tripod-sticks-heads/467705-manfrotto-tripod-not-ballanced-anymore.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:30:07 GMT I've been using a Manfrotto 501 Head and Manfrotto 351MVB2 tripod for about 5 years now and it's been great but lately it looks like, even though the liquid balance ball is centered, the tripod looks off on the camera viewfinder. It looks like it's tilting to the left a little and I'm wondering if anyone has experienced this problem?

It just seems off a little and I wonder if there is a way to calibrate it or something.

Thanks in advance. ]]> Oliver Darden http://www.dvinfo.net/forum/tripod-sticks-heads/467705-manfrotto-tripod-not-ballanced-anymore.html http://www.dvinfo.net/forum/tripod-sticks-heads/467692-tripod-head-advice-xh-a1.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 20:55:09 GMT Hey guys, I'm new here to the forums and I'm still trying to learn the skills of the trade. I bought an xh-a1 recently and have been using it with a Manfrotto 503 head on Manfrotto sticks (don't know the model #). No surprise I am having the same issues a lot of you have with the 503 head. It sticks like crazy when trying to pan, it's about to drive me crazy, almost impossible to get a good smooth pan.

So my question is can you guys recommend a good tripod/head combo for around $1,200 that would meet my needs. I am shooting weddings, engagement videos and corporate stuff. But I really want my stuff to look professional and want to acquire the correct equipment in order to do so. I also am about to purchase a 7D so is there a combo that would work well for both cameras? Thanks in advance.

I know this subject has been exhausted, so even links to relevant threads would be helpful. I apologize for beating a dead horse with this thread but could really use some advice. Thanks. ]]> J. Chris Moore http://www.dvinfo.net/forum/tripod-sticks-heads/467692-tripod-head-advice-xh-a1.html http://www.dvinfo.net/forum/tripod-sticks-heads/467469-removing-bowl-head.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 21:33:21 GMT Hi guys
Just looking for a bit of advice removing the bowl from the head...I'm assuming this can be done ? - Theres seems no obvious way of doing this?

Its a Vision 3 head / 75mm bowl.

Many thanks
Mat ]]> Mat Thompson http://www.dvinfo.net/forum/tripod-sticks-heads/467469-removing-bowl-head.html http://www.dvinfo.net/forum/tripod-sticks-heads/467451-e-image-video-tripod-vs-other.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 18:06:08 GMT I got an email from Calumet Photo about this tripod/fluid head/spreader/case kit for about $550.00 US.

Anyone have any experience good or bad with either this or any of their products?

Am I better off looking at a Bogan 503/501? Or other? I'd love a Sachtler, but....

Jonathan ]]> Jonathan Levin http://www.dvinfo.net/forum/tripod-sticks-heads/467451-e-image-video-tripod-vs-other.html http://www.dvinfo.net/forum/tripod-sticks-heads/467238-matthews-m25-v-provista-w-fm18-head.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:49:33 GMT My budget for a new Tripod w/head is around $200... I know that in this range I'm not going to get something awesome like a Sachtler or O'Connor... Maybe once I really start making money at this, but for now I'm just getting started! I was just hoping to get anyone's opinion on the following holding up an EX1:

Matthews M25
v.
ProVista w/FM18 head.

I think the ProVista is the better buy as it is a 75mm ball with what looks to me to be a little better head. However, I'm just wondering what anyone's experience has been with either set of sticks...

Thanks for any input and I'll see you in the field! ]]> Hiram Yates http://www.dvinfo.net/forum/tripod-sticks-heads/467238-matthews-m25-v-provista-w-fm18-head.html http://www.dvinfo.net/forum/tripod-sticks-heads/466436-quick-release-recommendation.html Sun, 25 Oct 2009 20:20:11 GMT Hi, I have a Matthews M25 and have just got my hands on a glidecam. I need a decent quick release plate that I can put on my glidecam and also onto my M25. Can anyone recommend a solution. Is Manfrotto the best option? I am mounting an XH-A1. Thanks for any pointers. Hi,

I have a Matthews M25 and have just got my hands on a glidecam.

I need a decent quick release plate that I can put on my glidecam and also onto my M25.

Can anyone recommend a solution. Is Manfrotto the best option? I am mounting an XH-A1.

Thanks for any pointers.

Paul ]]> Paul Thomson http://www.dvinfo.net/forum/tripod-sticks-heads/466436-quick-release-recommendation.html