A few weeks ago I showcased 11 Fluid Head Options for Every Budget – from $80 to $5000+. In this article we'll go over six single-tube lightweight carbon fiber camera tripods for video work that can accept ... Read more →
A Look at the Sachtler Video 18 and Video 20 Fluid Head and Tripods
AbelCine presents a detailed look at the Sachtler Video 18 and Video 20 systems: The Sachtler Video 20 & Video 18 tripod systems have been the work horses of the industry for years. In my latest ... Read more →
Broadcast India 2014 Highlights – Traditional Manufacturers under Threat
I was happy to find time to visit Broadcast India 2014 (link to last year's show report), and this is my detailed report of what I found exciting – and troubling. Important: What follows is not business, ... Read more →
11 Fluid Head Options for Every Budget – from $80 to $5000+
One of the most critical components of any camera system is the fluid head tripod system. It has two parts - the tripod and the fluid head. Both are equally important, and must join along with a camera rig as ... Read more →
A Look at the CAME-TV Carbon Fiber Tripod and Fluid Head
Tom Antos demoes the CAME-TV carbon fiber tripod and fluid head: About 3 months ago I had a chance to test out a new tripod from a Chinese company CAME-TV. I have since fell in love with this thing! ... Read more →
The Sony A7s 4K Guide (Part Seven): The Cost of Putting Together a Kit
In Part Six we looked at audio and power for the Sony A7s. In this part, we'll look at tripods, heads, rigs, accessories and then combine everything to learn how much a Sony A7s kit will ... Read more →
The Blackmagic Pocket Camera Guide (Part Four): Tripods, Rigs, Accessories and Data Management
In Part Three we looked at viewfinders, external monitors, audio and power supplies and batteries. In this part we'll look at tripods, rigs, accessories and data management. Rigs and Tripods This ... Read more →
Comprehensive Guide to Rigging Any Camera – 21 Tripods and Tripod Rigs
A tripod must be heavy enough not to topple over or vibrate when touched (like when an assistant is using a follow focus system). The head used must be able to support the weight of the full rig ... Read more →