Tripod for Sony EX3

Doug Jensen · July 2nd, 2009, 11:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Craig Seeman

Sachtler FSB4 or FSB6 head with Quick Lock legs. I have the 4 using with EX1. You might want the 6 for the EX3.

I agree.
Although I use an O'Connor 1030B or Sachtler Caddy with my EX cameras, I looked at the FSB6 at NAB back when I was thinking about getting something smaller for travel. I thought it looked pretty good for the price. If I was going to buy a new tripod/head I think that's what I'd get for the EX cameras.

Steve Benjamin · July 2nd, 2009, 01:03 PM

Since I got my miller DS20 and carbon legs for use with my EX3 I rarely if ever use my Vinten 10 its too heavy to carry around, miller is great and light and is still usable with my Letus ultimate and nikon lenses. I love it! Check it out on philip blooms website.

Dave Tyrer · July 2nd, 2009, 05:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Steve Benjamin

Since I got my miller DS20 and carbon legs for use with my EX3 I rarely if ever use my Vinten 10 its too heavy to carry around, miller is great and light and is still usable with my Letus ultimate and nikon lenses. I love it! Check it out on philip blooms website.

Does this suffer from 'wind up’ and ‘snap back’ or head 'drift back'when panning at all ?

Les Nagy · July 3rd, 2009, 03:28 AM

Read my review here:
http://www.dvinfo.net/conf/tripod-st...0-solo-cf.html

I have direct experience with the Miller in the field and have been able to directly compare it to the Sachtler system.

Others have suggested Gitzo 1380 head and CF legs as a better alternative to the Miller.

I strongly suggest that the Miller DV20 Solo system not be purchased as the only and primary system for any HD camera. It has its uses in akward setups, but that's all IMHO.

Dano Motley · July 6th, 2009, 10:52 PM

i have a few jobs coming up that require a telescoping type tripod to eleveate the camera @ 7 feet or more. i looked and the Sachler "Soom tripod" which would be perfect but, i have not hit the national lottery yet to afford it. anybody have any suggestions for this type of tripod with a telescoping shaft?

Thanks in advance,

Dano

Dano Motley · July 7th, 2009, 10:29 PM

Can anyone recommend a telescopic type tripod (like the Soom)?

Thanks in advance,

Dano

James Dierx · July 8th, 2009, 01:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by David C. Williams

DM-Accessories - EX3-PLATE Reinforcement Plate for EX3 Camcorders plus DS20 for me. Had the DS20 for 10 years, solid unit.

I have the MIller DS20 (LOVE IT) and I just ordered the DM reinforcement plate. Excited to see that combo in this thread!

Dave Tyrer · July 9th, 2009, 08:20 AM

I've just ordered a Sachtler FS8B /2D for mine. Payload is 1-9kg so it should be fine.

Chris Soucy · July 9th, 2009, 04:57 PM

Yes.

CS

Chris Soucy · July 21st, 2009, 05:04 AM

the best answer to a non existant post ever - do I get a prize?

Sloppy, very sloppy.

CS

PS: At least I sign my handiwork.

July 6th, 2009, 10:52 PM	#80
Dano Motley Regular Crew Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Montclair New Jersey Posts: 25	Tripod for EX-3 i have a few jobs coming up that require a telescoping type tripod to eleveate the camera @ 7 feet or more. i looked and the Sachler "Soom tripod" which would be perfect but, i have not hit the national lottery yet to afford it. anybody have any suggestions for this type of tripod with a telescoping shaft? Thanks in advance, Dano

July 7th, 2009, 10:29 PM	#81
Dano Motley Regular Crew Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Montclair New Jersey Posts: 25	Tripod for EX3 Can anyone recommend a telescopic type tripod (like the Soom)? Thanks in advance, Dano

July 9th, 2009, 08:20 AM	#83
Dave Tyrer Regular Crew Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: UK Posts: 174	I've just ordered a Sachtler FS8B /2D for mine. Payload is 1-9kg so it should be fine. Last edited by Dave Tyrer; July 10th, 2009 at 05:26 AM.

July 9th, 2009, 04:57 PM	#84
Chris Soucy Inner Circle Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Fairfield, Dunedin, New Zealand Posts: 2,090 Images: 18	Er....................... Yes. CS

July 21st, 2009, 05:04 AM	#85
Chris Soucy Inner Circle Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Fairfield, Dunedin, New Zealand Posts: 2,090 Images: 18	Well, there you go............. the best answer to a non existant post ever - do I get a prize? Sloppy, very sloppy. CS PS: At least I sign my handiwork.

July 2nd, 2009, 01:03 PM	#77
Steve Benjamin New Boot Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: morbihan/france and enfield/uk Posts: 15	Since I got my miller DS20 and carbon legs for use with my EX3 I rarely if ever use my Vinten 10 its too heavy to carry around, miller is great and light and is still usable with my Letus ultimate and nikon lenses. I love it! Check it out on philip blooms website.

July 3rd, 2009, 03:28 AM	#79
Les Nagy Major Player Join Date: May 2006 Location: San Pedro de Atacama, Chile Posts: 212	Read my review here: http://www.dvinfo.net/conf/tripod-st...0-solo-cf.html I have direct experience with the Miller in the field and have been able to directly compare it to the Sachtler system. Others have suggested Gitzo 1380 head and CF legs as a better alternative to the Miller. I strongly suggest that the Miller DV20 Solo system not be purchased as the only and primary system for any HD camera. It has its uses in akward setups, but that's all IMHO.

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