Tripods & Monopods
Working in photography and video is the way of life for the modern content creator. Manfrotto obviously thought about that when it was developing the Befree 3-Way Live Advanced as an ideal hybrid travel tripod that can perform admirably for either application. This tripod has also been designed for Sony Alpha mirrorless cameras, which makes a lot of sense, considering the system’s popularity for video and photography.
Whether traveling abroad or in your backyard, the Peak Design 3.4-lb Aluminum and 2.8-lb Carbon Fiber Travel Tripods will enhance your photography adventures with added functionality and versatility. Each 5-section tripod features a maximum height of 60", 20-lb load capacity, 15.5" folded length, and
Most tripods on the market are simple three-legged supports for your camera and lens, and that is usually all that photographers need a tripod to do. But, there are some tripods on the market that, while serving to support photographic gear, have some funky and, oftentimes, unique features that set themselves apart from the classic traditional tripod.
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The Manfrotto Nitrotech 612 Head supports cameras and rigs weighing from 8.8 to 26.4 pounds and replaces Manfrotto’s N12, while the 608 supports cameras and rig weighing from 0 to 17.6 pounds and
Moza has announced an update to its Slypod 2-in-1 motorized monopod: the Slypod E, a sleek, streamlined design with the same unique feature set. The updated Slypod E features solid aluminum construction, a new tripod adapter, and a longer, visually redesigned housing. It can be used as a monopod or as a jib when mounted on a tripod, allowing you to mount your camera directly or on a gimbal for smooth, high-quality shots.
The Slypod E maintains all the
Manfrotto keeps expanding and improving its popular Befree line of travel tripods, and the latest and best versions, the Manfrotto Befree GT XPRO Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod with 496 Center Ball Head and the Befree GT XPRO Aluminum Travel Tripod with 496 Center Ball Head, represent the pinnacle of the line.
When photographing situations that require exacting camera positioning, a geared tripod head should be at the top of your must-have list. Why a geared head? In a word: precision. When photographing architecture or similar venues in which it’s imperative that the camera and lens be level to the ground, if your camera is even slightly askew on the horizontal and/or vertical planes, you’re skunked.
What separates geared heads conventional ball and tilt-pan style tripod heads is that geared heads enable you to position your camera independently
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OConnor has announced several new additions to its line of tripods, including the updated Ultimate 1040 fluid head, flowtech 100 2-stage tripod, companion spreaders, and a comprehensive 1040 head with flowtech 100 tripod kit. All OConnor components feature quality materials such as carbon fiber, magnesium, aluminum alloy, and stainless steel, which allow its tripod systems to hold large loads easily while remaining relatively lightweight for their required duties.
The
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The flowtech tripod legs are a popular item, and why not? The legs are lightweight, durable, easy to use, easy to carry, and flexible to deploy. They are available from Sachtler and Vinten in a variety of configurations with and without: fluid head, spreader, rubber feet, etc. The flowtech 100 legs feature a 100mm quick-leveling bowl, support 66 pounds, and can reach a height of 60" while weighing a mere 7.5 pounds. To help you find just the right setup, Sachtler and Vinten have released two more variations of the legs.
Virtually identical,
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Look around a hot vacation spot, and you’ll likely see the popular Joby GorillaPod around supporting everything from action cameras to smartphones to DSLRs. For content creatives, especially vloggers and others working with video, there is often a need for mounting accessories with your camera. To help build your rig, Joby’s new GorillaPod Arm Kit PRO adds a pair of aluminum construction accessory arms to connect external monitors,
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Gitzo has updated, improved, and re-invented its classic 3-way tripod head. The new Gitzo 3-Way Fluid Head is designed for photographers looking for the precision that ball heads rarely offer, with the controlled and fluid movements of a geared head without the size and weight of that type of support. Fluid heads are usually found in the video support world but, here, Gitzo brings the technology to the still photographer for a very versatile
Peak Design has gotten a lot right with its popular Travel Tripod. What began as a humble Kickstarter campaign quickly blossomed into a carbon fiber miracle that addressed the major pain points for tripod users at the time. Its fast deployment speed and portability are just a few of
In the expansive world of tripod manufacturers, Slik is one of those brands that brings a lot of value to the customer without the are-you-kidding-me? price tags of other brands. Staying the course, Slik is rolling out two new series of travel tripods for photographers and videographers who are heading out for various adventures and looking for stability for their camera rigs. Let’s take a look at the new AL-Pro 300 Series and the Sprint Pro III Series of tripods in the Slik line
Manfrotto has just revealed its ultimate travel tripod: the Befree GT XPRO. In your choice of carbon fiber or aluminum variants, this compact kit offers advanced shooters the ability to work with extreme angles through the addition of a 90º center-column system. Even with this added function, the Befree GT
Here’s some news from 3 Legged Thing: the manufacturer has added a ¼"-20 thread mount to its new DOCZ2 Foot Stabilizer to extend its use beyond monopod support to tabletop tripod. A ball mount with friction lock allows smooth movement or secure positioning whether you are shooting landscapes off the beaten path, sporting events on the sidelines, or pets on your living-room floor. Once positioned, the DOCZ2 stays put on nearly any