For this reason I'd like to look into getting a smaller travel tripod for my video shoots. The only one I can really find that seems decent is the Benro Aero 4, but it's quite pricey.

Does anyone else know any other alternatives?

Mefoto/Benro: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/926473-REG/benro_a2350q2k_2_series_travel_tripod_kit.html

• $109 one - http://www.adorama.com/FP3PV3AH.html
• $139 one - http://www.adorama.com/FP3PV2AH.html

Available at:

• Heads: http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=717+head+-plate+-handle&_sacat=625&_odkw=717+head+-plate&_osacat=625
• Tripods: http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=WF717+tripod&_sacat=625&_odkw=717+tripod&_osacat=625

Heads are also available at our deals (as part of carbon tripods) : http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/1325/special-deals-weifeng-carbon-video-tripods-and-monopods

I didn't have much time to check out the gh4 so far, a lot of work hinders me, going too far into research for each little thing myself, that's why I hoped I could get a little support from you hear. Mostly I'll record video and sound on myself at the same time, not sure if I'll have an assistant from time to time. My idea until now is to record in 4k, maybe in 24fps should be alright I guess. The shooting will be for a 5 video monitor/large flat screen panels installation.

My equipment so far: GH4 with kit lens 12-35mm

• Voigtlander Nocton 17.5mm 0.95f with UV and ND filters
• Voigtlander Nocton 42.5mm 0.95f with UV and ND filters
• One SD card SanDisk Extreme Pro 32GB 280 MB/s (I'll have another one like that)
• only one battery so far
• trolley case

I'll definitely need a second battery or the battery grip, is it a good thing to have?

• Sound Recording device
• Microphone (one or two? maybe too much to handle!)

• Wind jammer (boom?)

• Any experiences with 'Rycote Zoom H5 Audio Kit' or 'Tascam DR-60DmkII 4-Channel Portable Recorder with Rode NTG2 Condenser Shotgun Mic Kit'?

• Tripod mainly to use as proper stand in any condition, not sure if I'll need a very heavy one for doing pans?

• Rig / steady cam? I actually would prefer shooting with a rig/steady cam to make pans with a heavy tripod. Follow focus! Which one?

• A super-portable extra light like dedo light!

• SSD discs for backups?

• A Mattebox?

And everything should be of proper quality, lightweight one-person-solutions, possible to get through the airports O.K..

Thanks, I appreciate your hints, ideas, experiences and comments ! kolinko

Anyone heard of this? Someone said that it's a rebadged fluid head, but he doesn't know which one. It does seem smoother than the FM18, though.

Send me personal message (on the left column at http://www.personal-view.com/talks/profile/1/Vitaliy_Kiselev ) if you want to purchase it.

Benro Video Tripod AF2

Price: $205
Shipping: Includes fast express shipping for US/Canada/UK/Australia&NZ/Western Europe. Contact me for any other regions. Packing: Very good padded bag for tripod and good packing.

Benro Video Tripods AF4 and CF4

Price: $380 (Alu) and $530 (Carbon)
Shipping: Includes fast express shipping for US/Canada/UK/Australia&NZ/Western Europe.Contact me for any other regions.
Packing: Very good padded bag for tripod and good packing.

Benro Video Tripods AF6 and CF6

Head looks good, with such light package it has counterbalance adjustment.

Price: $545 (Alu) and $680 (Carbon)
Shipping: Includes fast express shipping for US/Canada/UK/Australia&NZ/Western Europe. Contact me for any other regions.
Packing: Very good padded bag for tripod and good packing.

Separate video heads, S2, S4, S6

See all data above.

Price: $115 (S2), $175 (S4), $240 (S6)
Shipping: Includes fast express shipping for US/Canada/UK/Australia&NZ/Western Europe. Contact me for any other regions.
Packing: Usual.

Very good package if you are tired by big video tripod.

It has levelling base, so you can have advantage of ball type tripods on such light package.

Fluid heads are also video oriented. And it is really light.

All tripods come with good padded bag.

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If possible, under US $ 90.00 (including shipping). In any case, make me an offer.

In this thread I would like to know what is the best slider setup for small cameras.

Here's mine:

• For wedding and run 'n gun work: Manfrotto 055XPRO4 + Konova k2 60cm + 701HDV head.
• For studio work: two stands at the edges of an IGUS 100cm + 701HDV head.

The first one is very quick and smart but I have to try it with a leveling plate under the slider.

Post yours!

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/…/Libec_rs_250r_LX5_Tripod_With…

I paid 859.00 for this package new. I'm willing to sell it for 600.00 obo.

I live in Brooklyn so I prefer NYC buyers. Otherwise, add shipping and handling to the price. I do not except Paypal - Only check, money order, cash, Chase Quick Pay, or Wire Xfer.

EM me at saintmarkspictures@gmail.com if interested.

Do you guys have similar setups or have recommendations for sturdy ballheads or videoheads that could do the job? Manfrotto 701HDV videohead or Benro B2 ballhead weren't sturdy enough. Ideal solution would be a sturdy lockable tilt head, but I haven't been able to find any.

Don't know too much about it's specs, but I do know O'Connor fluid heads are legendary!

Pan and tilts fine, has a bit of a squeak when panning. Should be able to fix with some lubing.

Gitzo tripod has a ball head with 3/8" mount. Also works fine, just old.

Pictures show actual item.

$400 OBO.

$250

Not sure how they should attach? The Manfrotto video tripod legs (755XB) also have the same 3/8" attachment I think so unless it is female (and it doesn't look to be), am I missing something?

I thought the half bowl itself would have movement to allow me to level my camera without adjusting tripod legs, but it was rigid so I've reboxed it and returning for the flat base fluid head instead. I guess the flat base means a female 3/8" connector?

Only problem then being I need everything ready for Friday!!

Head being returned: http://www.manfrotto.co.uk/lightweight-fluid-video-head-60mm-half-ball Head on the way: http://www.manfrotto.co.uk/lightweight-fluid-video-head-flat-base Tripod: http://www.manfrotto.co.uk/aluminium-tripod-4-section-190

Video tripods

New NEST tripods

New Fancier tripods specially made for HDSLR owners

E-Image Carbon Monopod with fluid head.

E-Image Carbon Monopod with QR.

I'll take some new pics of it if anyone is interested.

Vic

• Anodized Cage with handles, rails, allen wrenches, and threaded holes, even has lips to secure camera and allows battery change without removing camera.

• Matte Box (vertically adjustable) with flags and different sized rings,

• Rails (vertically adjustable on tripod mount), both top and bottom rails

• Monitor with three batteries, hood, charger, short HDMI cable, and AC plug. Not a high-end monitor, but works well, reliable, and is great for focusing.

• Follow-focus, including two different mount heights, I can forewarn that this does have some play, but I wouldn't be surprised if it's an easy fix.

• Threaded arms and shoes mounts – work for mounting any items on cage or camera.

All is in good cosmetic and working condition (and in a nice Pelican Case), except the minor play on the follow focus which was mentioned. If possible, I'd like to sell the kit or as much together as I can. Check out pictures and make me reasonable offer if interested please.

*note this does not include the camera bodies themselves.

Price: $99

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Newest-Pro-Magnesium-Aluminium-Tripod-Monopod-BEIKE-BK-777-Ball-Head-for-DSLR-/221229525560

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Sirui-BSRVT2203-VT-2203-Carbon-Fiber-Video-Tripod-/310507227486

Alu version

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Sirui-BSRVT2003-VT-2003-Aluminum-Video-Tripod-/310560916962

Nest NT-6264CK Tripod/Monopod

Pros:

-Lightweight & compact;

-Very portable because of its folding mechanism - only 1/2 metre long after folded;

-Fairly quick & usable release locks for extending/retracting tripod legs;

-Small ball head that pans smoothly;

-Very sturdy;

-Quality tripod bag that offers adequate protection.

Cons:

-Ball head doesn't tilt;

-Level difficult to adjust.

Video demonstration found on youtube:

Thoughts:

I've been using this tripod for over 2 months, on numerous occasions and at least 2 important events.

This tripod is useful for a multi cam but non-manned setup, it should not be used as your main camera's support, where you would likely want to pan/tilt, and adjust quickly.

But it's wonderful for picnics or outings with family & friends, when time is not of the essence, you would still have to be very patient with the level of the bullhead though.

I also have a Manfrotto MKC3-H01 Photo-Movie Kit QR, obviously the price reflects the quality, the Nest Tripod is much better in almost all aspects, and it's only slightly bulkier after folded up.

I like Manfrotto's legs locking mechanism, I think they are the best in the market, but I've found these Nest tripods locks very usable, much better than what I expected.

This tripod can be converted to a monopod, but I've never tried it.

If you need an extra tripod for an un-manned camera, these are very good and reliable and will add only very little to your bulk, because of the excellent packing design, I'd suggest you go for the tallest version(model no. maybe NT-6294CK), since it's so light and compact.

For main camera like GH2/GH3 I still prefer to use Manfrotto 128RC head+190CXPRO+Rapid center column+shoulder strap.

Finally I would like to thank Vitaliy for finding us such wonderful tools.

Where to buy: http://personal-view.com/talks/discussion/1325/special-deals-carbon-video-tripods-and-monopods/p1

http://www.dpreview.com/news/2013/01/18/giottos-introduces-ytl-series-tripods-with-space-saving-design

Slik 504 QF II seems like a reasonable upgrade, so Im planning on this, and correct me if Im wrong - if I get the slider (Im thinking Varavon) I should get another Slik 504 head too for the slider, and get 3 QR plates (rig, tripod, slider)...am I missing out on something, special screw adapters or whatnot?