Is the Miller/Sachtler free of stiction?

Dan Brockett · November 27th, 2006, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Zsolt Gordos

So I go for the Gitzo.

Good for you, you will like them, they look to be just as good as the Miller. I just went for the Miller because the dealer had them in stock and I could try and buy them. If Abel would have had the Gitzo and not the Miller, I probably would have bought them instead.

I did get a crack at the Gitzo head, it's nice but still not as good as the Sachtler IMHO. Same with the Vinten, nice but I like the more precise feeling German engineering (assembled in Costa Rica though) on the DV-6SB.

Good luck!

Dan

Jerry Mohn · November 27th, 2006, 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Dan Brockett

Good for you, you will like them, they look to be just as good as the Miller. I just went for the Miller because the dealer had them in stock and I could try and buy them. If Abel would have had the Gitzo and not the Miller, I probably would have bought them instead.

I did get a crack at the Gitzo head, it's nice but still not as good as the Sachtler IMHO. Same with the Vinten, nice but I like the more precise feeling German engineering (assembled in Costa Rica though) on the DV-6SB.

Good luck!

Dan

Hey Dan, I have been a fan since I first met you on 2pop. I can't express my appreciation for your input on the internet. I have learned much from your guidance and I just wanted to say thanks. SO THANKS! You are very generous in posting your experiences from the big LA. I would advise any folks wondering what to do when purchasing gear to google your name consider your adivise a rare gift. Best to you.

Jerry

Dan Brockett · November 28th, 2006, 09:24 AM

Hi Jerry:

Thank you for your very kind words. I just look at it as I am a loudmouth who likes to spout my opinions on-line, but it's nice to see that some readers like what I say! ;-)

Take care,

Dan

Zsolt Gordos · December 14th, 2006, 12:25 PM

Finally I have received the head and the legs, too. It took some time as they came from different sources.
It seems in Europe you can only get kits - mostly if you order online.

I attach a couple of photos but I have no idea how to.

This combo is fantastic!

Floris van Eck · February 26th, 2007, 11:07 AM

Zsolt, which European stores did you find? I am also having trouble finding BH Photo Video etc. equilivants in Europe.

Floris van Eck · March 3rd, 2007, 03:43 AM

Good to hear from everyone. I am also considering Sachtler but vs. Vinten. The Vinten legs are much better... haven't found a single negative comment about them. Only a few people are positive about the Sachtler 75mm legs. I am also looking at the Gizo/Miller stick but somehow they feel more like photography sticks compared to 1-stage/2-stage video tripods.

November 28th, 2006, 09:24 AM	#18
Dan Brockett Inner Circle Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Los Angeles, California Posts: 2,109	Reply Hi Jerry: Thank you for your very kind words. I just look at it as I am a loudmouth who likes to spout my opinions on-line, but it's nice to see that some readers like what I say! ;-) Take care, Dan

December 14th, 2006, 12:25 PM	#19
Zsolt Gordos Major Player Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Budapest, Hungary Posts: 414	Sachtler DV 6 SB + Gitzo CF legs Finally I have received the head and the legs, too. It took some time as they came from different sources. It seems in Europe you can only get kits - mostly if you order online. I attach a couple of photos but I have no idea how to. This combo is fantastic!

February 26th, 2007, 11:07 AM	#20
Floris van Eck Major Player Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: The Netherlands Posts: 993	Zsolt, which European stores did you find? I am also having trouble finding BH Photo Video etc. equilivants in Europe.

March 3rd, 2007, 03:43 AM	#21
Floris van Eck Major Player Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: The Netherlands Posts: 993	Good to hear from everyone. I am also considering Sachtler but vs. Vinten. The Vinten legs are much better... haven't found a single negative comment about them. Only a few people are positive about the Sachtler 75mm legs. I am also looking at the Gizo/Miller stick but somehow they feel more like photography sticks compared to 1-stage/2-stage video tripods.