Lloyd Roseblade
September 10th, 2003, 10:21 AM
Hi all,
Just opened the box to my XM2 about 20 mins ago. Obviously very excited although a little daunted by the fact I know zip about shooting video presently.
I have a question regarding tripods. I have conducted a search in the forum but can't find the answer to my particular question. What is the difference between fluid-head tripods and ball and socket type? How does one affect the shooting over the other, or is it a simple "fluid head are always better" type answer? It seems that tripods are technology all of their own and I'm trying to work out what type I need for the shooting I intend to do (family and wildlife - some would say the two are related).
Also, does anyone know an online retailer in the uk who sells the kind of tripod I should use with the XM2 (I don't want to spend the Earth if I can help it)?
Appreciate any help on this.
Thanks
Just opened the box to my XM2 about 20 mins ago. Obviously very excited although a little daunted by the fact I know zip about shooting video presently.
I have a question regarding tripods. I have conducted a search in the forum but can't find the answer to my particular question. What is the difference between fluid-head tripods and ball and socket type? How does one affect the shooting over the other, or is it a simple "fluid head are always better" type answer? It seems that tripods are technology all of their own and I'm trying to work out what type I need for the shooting I intend to do (family and wildlife - some would say the two are related).
Also, does anyone know an online retailer in the uk who sells the kind of tripod I should use with the XM2 (I don't want to spend the Earth if I can help it)?
Appreciate any help on this.
Thanks