7D Filmmaker Looking to Upgrade Tripod…

Brent Dunn
July 16, 2011 at 4:54 am

I use a manfrotto outdoor tripod legs that collapse quickly with a 501 HDV head.

It all depends on how much you outfit your DSLR. Matt Box, rails, etc. can add some bulk.

Brent Dunn
Owner / Director / Editor
DunnRight Films
DunnRight Video.com
Video Marketing Toolbox.net

Sony EX-1,
Canon 5D Mark II
Canon 7D
Mac Pro Tower, Quad Core,
with Final Cut Studio

HP i7 Quad laptop
Adobe CS-5 Production Suite
Gib Whitney
July 16, 2011 at 4:14 pm

Thank you, I’m going to look into that tripod.
Christopher Gildenstern
July 18, 2011 at 8:31 pm

[Gib whitney] “Well it’s time to dish out some cash and replace that old Silk that got me through film school. Just wanted to see who is using what and get some recommendations. Definitely looking for something lighter weight that is easy to transport to locations.”

Still using the same Vinten Vision 3 I’ve had for about seven years. The head is perfect for anything as light as just the 7D or 5D MK II all the way up to full Cinevate rig with Xoom audio, 8″ monitor, mini LightPanel, and boom mic.

I’ve never been terribly crazy about Vinten legs, but those guys can make some terrific heads.

Christopher Gildenstern
Creative/Production Director
Barnes Chase & Davis, Inc.
Advertising, Marketing, New Media

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Gib Whitney
July 26, 2011 at 4:22 am

Thanks for the info!!!
Gib Whitney
July 26, 2011 at 4:22 am

Thank you for the information!

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