Jordan-Rhys Jenkins Posted August 14, 2014 Share Posted August 14, 2014 Hi all, I was wondering whether there are front box mount made for lower end tripod heads (instead of the usual OConnor, etc)? I understand this more then likely doesn't exist due to the weight capacity of the heads, however thought it would be worth asking. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Drysdale Posted August 14, 2014 Share Posted August 14, 2014 A ditty bag that you can hang underneath might be a better bet for lighter tripods. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member Phil Rhodes Posted August 14, 2014 Premium Member Share Posted August 14, 2014 I want to make something that I can hang on the legs of my little Vinten tripod. On smaller stuff, the slightly-variable weight loaded into a box would, I fear, cause issues. But I am very familiar with that desire for a place to put things. I have a "set box" full of useful stuff that tends to sit under the tripod. P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce Greene Posted August 14, 2014 Share Posted August 14, 2014 As am operator, I don't like front boxes. I usually ask to remove them, as they sometimes interfere with the operation of the camera. Just my little thought of the day... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerry Murrel Posted August 14, 2014 Share Posted August 14, 2014 Personally, as an 1st AC, I've never worked on any film in which we used tripods without the front box mount. Having said that, the fluid heads have always been O'Connors or Sacthler 9+9s. If the front box interferes with a shot, it can be removed in only a second. What I don't keep in the front box stays on my belt or in my set bag. -Jerry Murrel Little Rock, AR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member Gregory Irwin Posted August 15, 2014 Premium Member Share Posted August 15, 2014 As am operator, I don't like front boxes. I usually ask to remove them, as they sometimes interfere with the operation of the camera. Just my little thought of the day... I know more DPs who complain about front boxes until they realize they can stash their meter in it! : ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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