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Now that Manfrotto has released a new and slightly different MVH500AH Video Fluid Head, there’s been a few questions about compatibility – especially for those who want to pick up or upgrade to this new video head and have invested in a bunch of QR plates. For a bit more information on the actual video [...]

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This year at NAB 2013, Manfrotto announced the new MVH500AH Video Fluid Head which sits as an entry level product in their Bridging Technology line of Video heads. The new video head may be the most affordable Video Head that uses actual ball bearings and fluid cartridges to provide smooth pan / tilt operation. One [...]

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Two excellent and fairly popular Manfrotto tripods among DSLR video shooters are currently discounted. Choose either the 701HDV Fluid Head mounted to set of MVT502AM + Travel Bag or the larger Mvh502A Fluid head on a the 546B sticks + Travel Bag. Aside from the discounts, there’s also an additional Mail-In-Rebate to throw in some [...]

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The common problem with basic Tripod plates (quick release plates) is that you only have one main screw that attaches to the camera. So obviously with a little force, the camera seems to twist around, and sometimes come loose from the QR plate. This is especially more annoying when using a follow focus system and [...]

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Above you see some fine examples from Vimeo member StillMotion about shooting with a particular monopod – the Manfrotto 561BHDV. I share this with you today, because if you’ve been eyeballing this monopod, it’s currently available as a Gold Deal on Amazon (with only a slight $14 dollar discount). You won’t see the price difference [...]

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Ed shares this 323 style mini quick release adapter find. This small version states to be a replica based on the Manfrotto 323 mini quick release adapter (found here), but comes in at less than half the price.
This mini black 323 replica made mostly of Aluminum-alloy could be a cheap solution for getting your [...]

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If you’ve already found your pocket sized travel camera, maybe you’re looking to match it up with that ultralight travel tripod. The Manfrotto 732CY Carbon Fiber tripod, nearly a 5 star review over at B&H is currently discounted another $50 dollars off, bringing it down to under $120 total.
Rated to hold over 7 lbs, [...]

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I’m sure many of you already know about this particular Velbon fluid head. It’s been a hit for a while now, and I thought it was finally time for me to test one out. As much as possible I love shooting with smaller cameras, and this fluid head was a great surprise. Works great as [...]

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The 701HDV and 501HDV are very popular fluid heads for Manfrotto and currently Manfrotto is accepting Mail in rebates dropping the price down a bit. You can find the list of all Mail-In Rebates for the 701HDV & 501HDV fluid heads bundled with Tripods (click here).

Manfrotto 701HDV and Tripod Bundles with Rebates
If you’re just [...]

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Here’s my Panasonic GH2 with the Canon 85mm F/1.2L FD lens. Yeah I posted it for sale – didn’t meet my reserve price so I didn’t sell it. After just using it on the GH2 again, it’s here to stay. This lens is just beautiful and focuses much smoother than those damn Panasonic lenses that [...]

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I think the concept is pretty self explanatory. You’re looking for a solid Video head with smooth movements for video, but you’re also shooting stills and need the Vertical (portrait) position. Hybrid cameras require a Hybrid stabilizer. This new Manfrotto MH055M8-Q5 a.k.a ‘Q5′ Photo-Movie tripod head gives you the best of both worlds. It’s a [...]