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Greg Harris · October 19th, 2010, 08:18 AM

I just recently purchased the HPX500 and I'm looking for a pretty good tripod for it. Can you guys give me your top 3 tripods for this camera?

thanks

Daniel Epstein · October 19th, 2010, 09:46 AM

Greg,
I think it depends on what you are shooting but I like Sachtler Video 18 or 20s with 2 stage ENG legs for interview and B Roll shooting with the 500. They last for years and have great features. You don't necessarily need the latest model.
Another idea is to find out what your local rental company keeps in stock and get something compatible so you have some options if you just want the basic unit and then can rent accessories as needed.

October 19th, 2010, 08:18 AM	#1
Greg Harris Major Player Join Date: May 2004 Location: Fairfax, VA Posts: 356	HPX500- Tripod I just recently purchased the HPX500 and I'm looking for a pretty good tripod for it. Can you guys give me your top 3 tripods for this camera? thanks

October 19th, 2010, 09:46 AM	#2
Daniel Epstein Trustee Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: New York, NY Posts: 1,267	Greg, I think it depends on what you are shooting but I like Sachtler Video 18 or 20s with 2 stage ENG legs for interview and B Roll shooting with the 500. They last for years and have great features. You don't necessarily need the latest model. Another idea is to find out what your local rental company keeps in stock and get something compatible so you have some options if you just want the basic unit and then can rent accessories as needed.