Bogen 3001N Tripod and 501 Fluid Head at DVinfo.net

Adam Ginsberg · June 6th, 2003, 01:07 PM

How well will this work with my Xl-1 and is this a good price?

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bh6.sph/FrameWork.class?FNC=ProductActivator__Aproductlist_html___222250___BO3001N3433___REG___CatID=0___SID =F5D997A9030

Nathan Gifford · June 7th, 2003, 08:27 AM

Well I have the 3221 legs, which I find somewhat light. The 501 is OK, but I am using the 503 which is better.

One thing I would add is a half ball leveler which you will greatly appreciate especially if you do not have one for a year like I did. They run about $75-$85 dollars and are well worth the price.

Boyd Ostroff · June 7th, 2003, 10:42 AM

I looked at that link. This isn't the same as the 3221 legs, they give the model number of 301 which look lighter and the snaps look different. Also it says it has a chrome finish and my 3221 is black. This is what I've got. I'd go with at least this heavy a tripod. It also includes a nice soft carrying case.

I'm pretty happy with mine, although I use it with a VX-2000 and PDX-10, both of which are significantly lighter than an XL-1. You might want to invest in heavier legs and a better head. Also, even though the 3221 legs are sturdy the snap locks are really NASTY. Even though I know to be careful I still frequently injure myself, either by pinching when opening them or bruising when they slam shut. This has been discussed frequently around here and on other boards.

June 6th, 2003, 01:07 PM	#1
Adam Ginsberg Regular Crew Join Date: May 2003 Location: United States Posts: 36	Bogen 3001N Tripod and 501 Fluid Head How well will this work with my Xl-1 and is this a good price? http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bh6.sph/FrameWork.class?FNC=ProductActivator__Aproductlist_html___222250___BO3001N3433___REG___CatID=0___SID =F5D997A9030

June 7th, 2003, 08:27 AM	#2
Nathan Gifford Wrangler Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Tickfaw, LA Posts: 1,217	Well I have the 3221 legs, which I find somewhat light. The 501 is OK, but I am using the 503 which is better. One thing I would add is a half ball leveler which you will greatly appreciate especially if you do not have one for a year like I did. They run about $75-$85 dollars and are well worth the price. __________________ Nathan Gifford Southern Cyclist Magazine & Productions For quick answers try our Search! To see me and Rob Lohman click here

June 7th, 2003, 10:42 AM	#3
Boyd Ostroff Wrangler Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Mays Landing, NJ Posts: 11,802	I looked at that link. This isn't the same as the 3221 legs, they give the model number of 301 which look lighter and the snaps look different. Also it says it has a chrome finish and my 3221 is black. This is what I've got. I'd go with at least this heavy a tripod. It also includes a nice soft carrying case. I'm pretty happy with mine, although I use it with a VX-2000 and PDX-10, both of which are significantly lighter than an XL-1. You might want to invest in heavier legs and a better head. Also, even though the 3221 legs are sturdy the snap locks are really NASTY. Even though I know to be careful I still frequently injure myself, either by pinching when opening them or bruising when they slam shut. This has been discussed frequently around here and on other boards.