It appears there is no lock to keep the vertical panning head in a certain position, regardless of the counterweight. Is this true?
274462
There is a lock for use with each axis. I've really enjoyed using this tripod and probably should've purchased something other than lowest priced a long time ago.
544519
Unfortunately it does not lock. I have it mounted in a somewhat protected area so had not been a problem.
543727
Tilt is adjusted by the two vertical arms. It is adjusted with the allen wrench provided, however, be careful during assembly. If the vertical struts don't have the adjustment screw aimed outward, you are screwed. I am using it with no tilt, in which case you use the provided pin to lock it.
1383494
You have to move back and forth to make a pan or any other camera movement because the camera is hardly fixed on a point of the stabilizer. This stabilizer will help to distribute the weight of the camera because you can "rest on it"... I've been able to hold the camera for hours without having back pain, I've achieved cleaner pans and better control of functions of the lens/camera.
256685
Mine don't really lock. I just pull it out and push it back as I need to. I think the locking mechanism is only for the tilt position only. It can lock so that you can tilt it but not pulling it out like an arm and back in. I hope this is helpful.
432361
No. This is meant to ask as a stabilizing handle for DSLRs similar to the handle that is built into the body of professional video cameras. It does not have any counterweights or balancing mechanisms.
2048944
The closed position stays closed but I wouldn't say they lock. Hope that helps.
29027
Sure! Fasten the pan lock screw, then hold either the tilt or pan handle and turn anticlockwisely to remove the head. This is described in the instruction that comes with the tripod, and I have tried that.
396021
These screens do not have a locking mechanism to keep from resizing. I don't see why you couldn't use this particular screen in tall windows if you could put in some sort of lock to keep them from going up and down inadvertently. How about a small piece of rubber or pin put in the frame to lock them in position?
17405
No, I don't think you can lock the see-saw motion of the top bit - it's based on the weight of your feet to decide the angle that it will be most comfortable for you. You can adjust the height of the footstool only. Hope this helps.
1191518
While pushing the lock button, you will also be pushing the head into a slanted position. If there is any resistance to this slant, the lock will not engage. Just be sure the head is allowed to slant at an angle while pushing the lock button into the "locked" position.
1872262
It is not supposed to lock. It will go up and down on its own..Its a great machine, enjoy it!!
1521303
I agree with the other answer - it only locks when it's in the upright position.
1655377
No, there is no way to lock it once laid back into a horizontal position. You can adjust the height of the ankle locks, which make it easier or harder to rotate back and upside down. But I wouldn't suggest doing so. If you put the ankle locks at a height much shorter than yourself, it will be extremely easy to flip upside down, but once you get past the point of verticle, gravity makes it nearly impossible to rotate back upright-which can be pretty dangerous. Don't get me wrong though, I love mine. But I use it for stretching out my back and only that.
1966981
It locks in position nicely. Don't forget that you exit the unit by pulling off the velcro chin straps and then sliding your head out.
724938
It does not lock into position and is only balanced by the weights. I took another look at it and you may be able to rig something up to lock it but "out of the box" so to speak it does not lock.
313545
There's no thumb screw to lock the position. The tilt is, as you say, via a ratchet type click mechanism. There is a large phillips head screw and nut that can adjust tension on the tilt, but it won't lock it in position. I found it best at a moderately firm tightness, that allows the head to easily tilt without sagging.