Does this tripod have a counter balance system? Is that important in making a decision?
1465542
I'm not sure why you'd need a counter balance on the tripod? Generally you only need a counter balance on a jib or crane when you have unequal weight hanging off either side of the tripod. It does have the large quick release plate that will allow you to balance out the camera's weight on the head. I have to do that when I use a field monitor on the camera, it puts alot of weight forward that you can kinda balance out by sliding the plate back.
1465543
no it doesn't. I have a cage rig for my BMCC camera that has a monitor and battery pack , wireless mic receiver and mixer. All I do is move the plate to the balance point and lock it down....seems to work well.
1465544
I don't quite understand what you are asking by a counter balance. It is very heavy and secure when set up. I have never had any problem with balance
1204681
Mine did not come with counter weights, but it has a typical rail system to which you could add some counter weight to it if you wish.
2135727
No. And even if it did, this tripod is utter garbage. It broke on me in less than a month with light to minimum use. Don't buy it!
1191235
My rig did not have counter weights but they would be easy to add. The flaps are plastic and can fall off. But really, it seems like a good product for the price. I'm pleased.
410841
Any camera that can be mounted on a tripod will work. The jib must be counter balanced with weights to balance it. The weights don't come with the jib but can be purchased at a sports store. So depending on the weight of the camera being used will determine the amount of counter-weights needed. I generally use a Panasonic HG-HMC-40 video camera which weighs a little over 3 pounds with added microphone and battery. It works well with my smaller video camera as well. Video or still camera will work but you will need a way to operate the camera.
1218881
No at all. This thing broke on first use. Even if it was balanced it would still break
951484
No - but it's not necessary as you can pull it out and re-position is at a 90° angle to the surface on which it stands - even better! This is an EXCELLENT tripod.
1964085
There is a considerable counter weight. With that said, I'm not sure how much your camera weighs. The other problem to consider is that this is a manual adjust telescope. If you are viewing Saturn, for example, you will need to constantly adjust to keep up with the rotation.
1795760
Yes it does,but beware you get what you pay for. A leg came out where it joins at the top, I grabbed my camera before it hit the ground,I have bought a new tripod,
170860
Yes. It has three places to connect to a tripod. One on each side and one In the middle. There are two different tripod connections for multiple tripods.
321628
Yes, it comes with a tripod that fits the crane perfectly. But it does not come with weights to counter-balance the weight of the camera. You can buy those from a sporting goods store,in a number of small sizes from one to five pounds that you can use in whatever combination works for the various cameras you might mount on the crane. There are also some pretty handy accessories available you can get from the manufacturer's website.
1828767
Tripod is solid and incredibly sturdy. Does the lens have a tripod mount? This will center the weight. Happy shooting!
700413
I can't answer your question because I have not used the tripod attachment.
382190
Yes, it does. Also, I purchased a small, flexible tripod as an accessory only to find out the same one is included with this as a free accessory.
158347
no but as with any tripod it is easy to hold the three legs with one hand and operate the camera with the other hand. A very sturdy well built tripod that is light enough to always take with you. Jon
103584
i actually have to use two tripods.... one on each end (luckily i already have two) because if i use it in the middle...the balance can't hold the weight of my canon t2i
2037785
Actually, it has a hook, attached to an elastic band inside one left of the tripod. I've always wondered what it was for- you have now answered that question! The tripod is substantial- I've never felt the need for anchoring.