Tweet
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 [...]

Tweet
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 [...]

Tweet

Over at WPPI Benro displayed some of their new Benro Video Tripods along with their new S2, S4, and S6 video fluid heads. The unique bit about each video tripod is a half bowl leveling base that sits above the center column. Much like a bowl mount tripod, this gives you the ability to quickly [...]

Tweet

The video above shows off the features of the Manfrotto 561BHDV (available here via Amazon). The tripod-like foot is a huge advantage when it comes to stability during video capture. Now Benro is opening up new options with a few video monopods that are designed specifically for video shooters (as seen below). The stable foot [...]

Tweet

HDSLRNow.com wanted to share this review on this Sirui portable Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod + G10 Ball Head that can fold down to just 15″ inches, but can extend to over 51″ inches. 15″ can just about fit in a decent backpack and would be great for keeping a still camera steady for photos. This [...]

Tweet
If you’re looking for a lightweight Carbon Fiber Monopod, here’s a great deal. This Rokinon Carbon Fiber 5 section monopod is selling for just $39 + FREE SHIPPING (USA domestic). If you want to throw a monopod into your airline carry on bag, 21″ is about the max length you should be looking for. This [...]

Tweet
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 [...]

Tweet

YouTube member Arthur Woo writes in and shares his thoughts on the Gitzo 1542T Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod. [Thanks Arthur]. At $550 dollars (without ball head) it’s pretty darn expensive, but it’s actually one of Gitzo’s least expensive travel tripods. For those with that have been looking towards the Gitzo Carbon Fiber systems, you can [...]

Tweet

There was an excellent question in the comments earlier this morning about a decent bowl mount Fluid Head, possibly for the benefits of quick camera leveling. I’m sure there are others who might not know about leveling bases, so I thought i’d do a post. Bowl mount tripods are a good solution for fast leveling, [...]

Tweet

Benro has available a new line of compact folding travel tripods perfect for the light weight photographer. These new colorful MeFoto Tripods fold down to just over 12″ and weigh in at around 2.6 lbs, and extend to over 4′ max height supporting 8.8 lbs. The ballhead offers separate head and pan locks, a 360° [...]

Tweet
I guess the WF717 Fluid Head Standard 3/8″ Mount was out of stock for a few months. The 3/8″ standard mount (not bowl mount) is what is used for tripods with the extendable center column (neck). It might not be the most fluid head available, but the low price and the fact that it’s made [...]

Tweet

Nitsan writes in and shares his YouTube Review for the Fancier 270 Bowl Mount Tripod. I haven’t used this particular tripod, but he seems to have good things to say about the Counterbalance feature, Sturdy set of legs, padded bag, etc. Keep in mind you’re looking for the 270A version for the higher quality metal [...]

Tweet

Vimeo member Jonathan Nicol throws up a review on the Fancier FC-02H video fluid head. I guess this is supposed to be a step above the typical 717 heads. There’s some samples at the end of his video review, and the samples do look smooth indeed. I couldn’t locate this particular model on eBay, but [...]

Tweet

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 [...]

Tweet

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 [...]

Tweet

There she is. She’s my Eleanor. That mystical Unicorn. The legendary beast that constantly eludes me from capturing her as my own. (Referencing ‘Gone is 60 Seconds’). Anyways, that’s the Manfrotto 504HD Fluid Video Head. It looks good and works awesome, but the fluid head alone will run you $399. Grab a set of legs [...]