Updated Jan 30/12
ALL-IN-ONE VIDEO TRIPODS
Velbon C600 Deluxe Video Tripod - Reg $129 Sale $99 - in stock - ends Feb 29
Great bang for the buck for small camcorders or D-SLRs. A much better video tripod than you'd expect for the money.
3-section 23mm tubular aluminum legs with radial leg braces for maximum
stability and convenient leg set-up – concealed steel ground spikes
with adjustable rubber tips.
2-way Mini-Pro Fluid panhead with quick release platform.
Geared centre column with pre-set friction control for quick and easy
vertical camera positioning.
A leveling bubble is mounted on the tripod body for fast and accurate
leveling.
Maximum extended height: 59.8in. (152 cm), Weight: 3.7 lbs (1.7 kg),
Quick release platform: QB-5RL, Max. load: 3 kg.
Daiwa DST-43 Brodcast Tripod with Fluid Head - $199
- on back order
The DAIWA DST-43 tripod has a professional true-fluid pan head with 60mm
ball mount. The tripod can handle up to 4kgs (8.8 pounds) of camera and
equipment. The DST-43 all-metal head comes complete with one pan handle
but has handle mounts on both sides of the head for two-handle use. The
head has a long-side quick release plate for easy mounting and dismounting
of the camera. There is also an illuminated bubble level that lights up
for 20 seconds when it's button is pushed. This makes it easy to set up
and level in dark places. 3 Stage legs with dual-rails on the upper stage
add stability and prevent snap-back at the end of panning movements. A
built-in midlevel spreader is included with the tripod. The DST-43 is an
excellent choice for professional compact HD video cameras.
Features:
* 3-stage Leg Section / All-metal Head
* Load Capacity - 8.8 lb (4 kg)
* Die-cast Aluminum Construction
* 60 mm Ball Base with True-fluid Pan Head
* Single Bubble Leveler with LED Light
* Quick Release Plate
* Tilt Angles +80° to -90°
* Built-in Mid-level Spreader
* Dual-rails on the Upper Stage of Legs
* Case Included
*
Load Capacity 4.4-8.8 lb (2-4 kg)
* Maximum Height 59.37" (1,508 mm)
* Folded Length 29.1" (760 mm)
* Leveling Bubble/Illuminated Yes, battery illuminated for 20 sec.
* Weight 7.12 lb (3,230 g)
Daiwa DST-73 Brodcast Tripod with Fluid Head - $379 - in stock
The new DAIWA DST-73 tripod has a professional true-fluid pan head with industry standard 75mm ball mount. The tripod can handle up to 7kgs (15 pounds) of camera and equipment.
The DST-73 all-metal head comes complete with one pan handle but has handle mounts on both sides of the head for two-handle use. The head has a long-side quick release plate for easy mounting and dismounting of the camera. There is also an illuminated bubble level that lights up for 20 seconds when it's button is pushed. This makes it easy to set up and level in dark places.
3 Stage legs with dual-rails on the upper two stages add stability and prevent snap-back at the end of panning movements. A removable mid-level spreader is included with the tripod. The legs can fit into the standard DAIWA FL-9 floor spreader or use the standard DAIWA Foot Pads (both sold separately)
Excellent tripod for light-weight ENG cameras as well as digital SLR cameras with heavy lenses or brackets.The DST-43 is an excellent choice for professional compact HD video cameras.
Specifications :
Maximum Height: 62.36 in. (1584mm)
Weight: 10.36 lbs (4700g)
Capacity: 8.8 – 15 lbs (4-7kgs)
Closed Length: 32.1 in. (815mm)
Pan Range: 360 °
Ball Base: 75mm
Leg Sections: 3
Bubble level: Yes, battery illuminated for 20 sec.
VariZoom Video Tripod - $249 - special order
This tripod and head combo is lightweight and made from sturdy aluminun. It has a number of useful features to make this an excellent choice for any DV or HD shooter! Kit includes a VZ-T75A Tripod, Fluid Head, and a Nylon Carrying Case.
Fluid Head pan/tilt head w/ quick release plate
2-Stage height adjustment with locking rubber buckle
Mid level spreader
Built in bubble for leveling
Switchable Rubber/Spiked feet
Dual handle capability
Folded Height 23"
Max./Min. Operating Height 63" / 29"
Recommended Cam Weight 4 to 10 lbs
Unit Weight 9.5 Lbs.
Bowl Size Works w/ 65mm & 75mm heads
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