Tiffen Davis & Sanford ProVista 7518 Tripod and Head

Art Willig · March 6th, 2007, 01:38 AM

I'm having a heck of a time buying a tripod for this tiny little 3 inch, 1 pound Sony HC5 camcorder. I was shocked when I received it...it's so small.
I've been able to read up here thanks to this forum but still have a few questions.
Since I need claw or bowl head leveling, I'm now considering the Tiffen Davis & Sanford ProVista 7518 Tripod and Head for my HC5 but it's made for up to 18 pounds. Seems I read where the tripod is expecting some serious weight like a xl1 or similar.
Is this going to be overkill for my tiny little toy? Will it even stay without tilting by itself?
I like the idea of an auto leveler but haven't come across any in my searches.
Where are they and what's recommended?
Thanks for the interest.

Art Willig · March 7th, 2007, 07:37 PM

Guess I'll buy one and find out!
I'm not expecting a whole lot...just don't want the thing to tilt over...ha ha!

March 6th, 2007, 01:38 AM	#1
Art Willig Regular Crew Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Colorado Posts: 104	Tiffen Davis & Sanford ProVista 7518 Tripod and Head - Is this overkill? I'm having a heck of a time buying a tripod for this tiny little 3 inch, 1 pound Sony HC5 camcorder. I was shocked when I received it...it's so small. I've been able to read up here thanks to this forum but still have a few questions. Since I need claw or bowl head leveling, I'm now considering the Tiffen Davis & Sanford ProVista 7518 Tripod and Head for my HC5 but it's made for up to 18 pounds. Seems I read where the tripod is expecting some serious weight like a xl1 or similar. Is this going to be overkill for my tiny little toy? Will it even stay without tilting by itself? I like the idea of an auto leveler but haven't come across any in my searches. Where are they and what's recommended? Thanks for the interest.

March 7th, 2007, 07:37 PM	#2
Art Willig Regular Crew Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Colorado Posts: 104	Guess I'll buy one and find out! I'm not expecting a whole lot...just don't want the thing to tilt over...ha ha!