Sandy Thomson Posted December 25, 2005 Share Posted December 25, 2005 I've been shooting with a Sony HDV camera using a Vinten head and tripod rated for 22 lbs. The results have been good as have studio interview shoots using the same tripod and head but with my SR2 package. However I have recently screened dailies shot on a field project and am very disappointed with rough pans and tilts using the Arri/Vinten setup. I think I need a more substantial head/tripod for this camera package. There are probably many possibilities but I'd appreciate a couple of suggestions. Sandy Thomson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mitch Gross Posted December 26, 2005 Share Posted December 26, 2005 22 ibs is certainly pushing it when you want smooth control over a camera of that size. I would go for something rated for at least 28ibs., and I would also want it to have numerus drag settings and spring tensions, plus a balancing plate. A Satchler Video 18 or similar should do you quite nicely. There is a good rule of thumb which states that there is no such thing as a tripod head that's too big. The only difficulty may be in lugging it around, but the bigger the better. I use a head the equivalent of a Studio 25, and I also prefer 150mm ball to 100mm ball. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandy Thomson Posted December 27, 2005 Author Share Posted December 27, 2005 22 ibs is certainly pushing it when you want smooth control over a camera of that size. I would go for something rated for at least 28ibs., and I would also want it to have numerus drag settings and spring tensions, plus a balancing plate. A Satchler Video 18 or similar should do you quite nicely. There is a good rule of thumb which states that there is no such thing as a tripod head that's too big. The only difficulty may be in lugging it around, but the bigger the better. I use a head the equivalent of a Studio 25, and I also prefer 150mm ball to 100mm ball. Thanks Mitch. When I bought the camera the owner had it mounted on what I thought to be an enormous head and tripod. I thought it would be way to heavy to cart around but I guess he knew a whole lot more than I. Looks like I'm going to have to spend 6-7k unless I can get something good used. ST Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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