• Cinematography

  Libec Tripod…what do you think?

  Posted by Kevin Sio on February 9, 2010 at 9:03 pm

  I am looking for a new tripod to match up with a Panasonic HPX-300. One supplier has suggested a Libec RS-350M. Cannot find too much info on them (at least not in English). Anybody have an opinion or experience with one?

  thanks

  Kevin

  Kevin Sio
  Videographer/Editor
  Corporate Affairs
  National Grid

  Todd Mcmullen replied 16 years, 3 months ago 3 Members · 3 Replies
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  Hunter Mossman

  February 10, 2010 at 6:37 pm

  I’ve had a couple show up on set before. They seem to work ok. Pan and tilt seem fluid. These were brand new units however. I will say that the plastic construction and overall durability factor seems a bit sketchy. If your looking for a head and sticks that’s going to last you a long time and have a good resale value I would go for Sachtler or O’Connor. Even a refurbished used one would last you longer and re-sell later for much more.

  Hunter Mossman
  Director of Photography
  http://www.huntermossman.com
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  Kevin Sio

  February 11, 2010 at 7:12 pm

  Thanks. I have a nice Vinten that I will use for heavier jobs, such as teleprompter. I was looking for something lighter for field work and one of my regular vendors suggested the Libec.

  Kevin

  Kevin Sio
  Videographer/Editor
  Corporate Affairs
  National Grid
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  Todd Mcmullen

  February 15, 2010 at 1:57 am

  I have been using a Cartoni with success. Not sure of model but a solid performer.Supports fully loaded hvx-200 with no problem.I also have a O’conner 2575 but the cartoni is good for run and gun.

  Todd McMullen
  Flip Flop Films
  Austin
  http://www.toddmcmullen.com

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