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Kristina Stainton · July 27th, 2004, 07:42 PM

Hi there

I forgot to ask about the best tripod and tripod head to use with this camera as well because it is front heavy. Does anyone have any suggestions?

Thanks
Krissy

Adrian Douglas · July 28th, 2004, 12:38 AM

If you're going to be traveling you'll want something fairly light. The Bogan/Manfrotto 503 head is a popular choice that won't break the bank. For legs there are a number of carbon fiber versions, like the 442 Carbon One Video Tripod, that aren't the cheapest around but are stiff and strong enough for use with the XL1 but still light for travelling.

Nick Reed · July 30th, 2004, 12:28 AM

I would recommend a Miller DS10. I have one for a VX2100 which is also front heavy. There is an internal spring in the DS10 that has two settings; five pounds and ten pounds. You will appreciate having this with your XL. The spring will keep the lens up without you having to increase tilt drag.

Miller offers several styles of legs that vary in price. The kit will cost ~$1000 to $1400, depending on the legs that you choose.

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July 27th, 2004, 07:42 PM	#1
Kristina Stainton Tourist Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: New Zealand Posts: 2	tripod Hi there I forgot to ask about the best tripod and tripod head to use with this camera as well because it is front heavy. Does anyone have any suggestions? Thanks Krissy __________________ Krissy

July 28th, 2004, 12:38 AM	#2
Adrian Douglas Trustee Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Chigasaki, Japan. Posts: 1,660	If you're going to be traveling you'll want something fairly light. The Bogan/Manfrotto 503 head is a popular choice that won't break the bank. For legs there are a number of carbon fiber versions, like the 442 Carbon One Video Tripod, that aren't the cheapest around but are stiff and strong enough for use with the XL1 but still light for travelling. __________________ Adrian DVInfo.net Search for quick answers Where to buy? From the best in the business...DVInfo.net sponsors

July 30th, 2004, 12:28 AM	#3
Nick Reed Regular Crew Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Las Vegas, Nevada Posts: 78	tripod for XL I would recommend a Miller DS10. I have one for a VX2100 which is also front heavy. There is an internal spring in the DS10 that has two settings; five pounds and ten pounds. You will appreciate having this with your XL. The spring will keep the lens up without you having to increase tilt drag. Miller offers several styles of legs that vary in price. The kit will cost ~$1000 to $1400, depending on the legs that you choose. Go to... http://www.bhphotovideo.com Search "tripods and supports" for "miller ds10"