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Re: Vinten, Sachtler, Libec, Miller, Manfrotto Shootout
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June 15th, 2011, 09:24 AM
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Re: Vinten, Sachtler, Libec, Miller, Manfrotto Shootout
Okay, here's your light at the end of the tunnel. I've been next-weeking you guys
for awhile now, and hopefully this will be the last time I have to do that. All that's left to do on this thing is to integrate Chris's photos into their proper places in the article. Thought I'd have that done today, but I'm heading out in a few hours to the InfoComm trade show in Orlando. I'm there for one full day, then I'll be back, and then the wife is whisking me off to the in-law's for Father's Day this weekend. Getting this piece published is Job One once I'm back in the office on Monday. Thanks a ton for your patience! |
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July 6th, 2011, 05:39 PM
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Re: Vinten, Sachtler, Libec, Miller, Manfrotto Shootout
Chris S, excellent write up on the Manfrotto 504HD/546.
Having these reviews provides an excellent comparison for anyone contemplating the future purchase of a counter-balanced tripod and head system. The different features of each offering coupled with your critiques and comments also provide an excellent education for those new to videography. Looking forward to the future Sachtler and Miller reviews. |
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July 6th, 2011, 07:03 PM
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Re: Vinten, Sachtler, Libec, Miller, Manfrotto Shootout
Well, I'll be...............
Finally. Thanks, Chris H. Scrubbed up pretty good after all that. Now it's Sachtler's turn............... Thanks for the comments Ed, always appreciated. CS |
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July 6th, 2011, 08:15 PM
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Re: Vinten, Sachtler, Libec, Miller, Manfrotto Shootout
Can't begin to express my sincere regret over the lengthy delay, but at least it's up now... will try not to let that happen again! Thanks tons for your patience,
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July 6th, 2011, 10:31 PM
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Re: Vinten, Sachtler, Libec, Miller, Manfrotto Shootout
SO,where can I find the review(s) ?
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Re: Vinten, Sachtler, Libec, Miller, Manfrotto Shootout
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Mahalo Chris for all your work. Z
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July 7th, 2011, 03:15 AM
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Re: Vinten, Sachtler, Libec, Miller, Manfrotto Shootout
Thank you, Wayne................
Glad you like. Message to MILLER, BTW, not too late if you want to be in this. What have you got to lose? Lot of water under the bridge since this started, what's it to be be? If you think I'll trash you, look at the reviews. You only get trashed if there's something to trash. Nothing to trash? Get it here and go for it. I'm an "Equal Opportunuty Support Trasher", so you'll get a fair shake, no problem. I'm also an Aussie battler myself (and then some), put your money where your mouth is with your supports, and stick something appropriate in this shootout. Come on, I can't be THAT scary, surely? Can I? Come on Miller, get with it. CS |
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July 7th, 2011, 03:26 AM
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Re: Vinten, Sachtler, Libec, Miller, Manfrotto Shootout
Excellent work Chris (and Big Chris as well), as usual. It doesn't look like I'll be sending my VB back to Mr Harman for a refund just yet.
Now when are you going to review the Velbon DV7000 Pro tripod!? |
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July 7th, 2011, 03:46 AM
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Re: Vinten, Sachtler, Libec, Miller, Manfrotto Shootout
Well, Mike............
They want to send me one, it's "game on", talk to whomever you need to, I can't review sommat I ain't got, and Velbon, like Miller (and quite a few of the lesser known suppliers), seem to be pretty bloody wary of letting their gear near me (well, I don't/ won't get paid, so I can't be, well, you know, makes me pretty dangerous). They loan me the gear, it's a goer. They don't, it ain't. CS |
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July 7th, 2011, 04:13 AM
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Re: Vinten, Sachtler, Libec, Miller, Manfrotto Shootout
I take it you haven't seen the Velbon DV7000 then, Chris! <grin>
http://www.velbon.co.uk/products/video/dv-7000.html Would love to get your take on the geared column and 4-position handle, auto-lock system and cork-topped camera plate. |
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July 7th, 2011, 11:38 AM
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Re: Vinten, Sachtler, Libec, Miller, Manfrotto Shootout
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July 12th, 2011, 03:33 AM
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Re: Vinten, Sachtler, Libec, Miller, Manfrotto Shootout
Chris,
When are the other reviews appearing here? Cheers, Sabyasachi |
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July 13th, 2011, 12:49 AM
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Re: Vinten, Sachtler, Libec, Miller, Manfrotto Shootout
Well, the last of the four is coming soon, working on it now.
Miller, alas, has slipped through the net, didn't want to know, for whatever reason, and, yes, I spoke to them direct and got an emphatic "NO". Going to be interesting this last one, as it's a bit of a hybrid unit I would never have put together, but worthwhile reviewing the components, nevertheless. Barring hiccups at Chris's end (Chris H, I hasten to add), a few weeks should see it done. CS |
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