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Question: Can I moving the tripod horizontally when I am recording a video or taking a pandamona picture??
Document: I just use some protective camera foam cutouts to protect the tripod head and base from each other. *Long term durability and weather resistance unknown.Overall:Although somewhat bulky, this Amazon Basics Tripod is invaluable when taking large wide angle family reunion pictures and other picture/video cam techniques that require the stability and leveling of a tripod.
Let me start out by saying that I'm new to DSLR photography. I'm in the early stages of the hobby (though I've been taking pictures for over 30 years). With that said, I already know that a solid tripod is invaluable. I had a $20 cheapy model that I'd had for years for my video camera. It wobbles. It's cheaply put together. It's hard to adjust.
The tripod fits in the case with the head attached which is a very nice surprise.I have a very heavy DSLR and lens and I have no fears about using this tripod to hold them.The pistol grip head is absolutely brilliant in how it makes moving the camera around so easy.I can't vouch for video because I don't usually do any video work. But for a DSLR, and a heavy one at that, I think it's a fantastic bargain and a very solid tripod.
Why do amateur/pro photographers and hobbyists need a good tripod? *For stunning, scenic, panoramic landscapes, still life, small/large portraits (such as big family reunions), and long exposure pictures. *For setting up a video cam during events such as weddings, bird/animal watching, sports games, site monitoring, etc. *Any picture/video cam technique that requires absolutely NO camera movement (can't be done when holding the camera by hand).
You will get a screw on the head base to secure and freeze the camera from moving....ever. If I had to mention a negative, it's the weight. It's heavy - you will notice it when hiking. Other than that, it's a very nice tripod, I like it. I recommend it. (Well I'm nobody, but I'm also very picky).
I was surprised that there weren't many (any?) reviews of this tripod written for binocular use. The pistol grip head works great with binoculars. For astronomy, the pistol grip head makes it easy to move the binoculars to any desired position. Other tripods, require at least two controls for moving the binoculars. And, this tripod is nice and tall so that you don't have to crouch while using binoculars.
I am an amateur when it comes to video and photography, and have worked with tripods that were problematic in the past; most were too flimsy, some were too complicated. There is much to like about this tripod -- first off, VERY sturdy, good construction. Second would be the ease of use; it took me less that 3 minutes from the box to setup for use.
..my wife and I used this tripod to shoot stills and a video of our kid playing hockey. The tripod is easy to carry in its case and folds out quickly for quick set-up. The metal construction feels solid. Screwing the camera into the mechanism to attach to the tripod eliminates any risk of the camera falling.
I am in the creative industry and have used my fair share or video and photography equipment. This tripod and hefty and solid I was so impressed with this product after I un-boxed it. Much larger than I thought it would be. Not a light tripod its a pro level tripod. I cant wait to start using it. Excellent features all the way around
great height, and pistol grip is fantastic for quickly moving camera around. this is one heavy duty tripod.it is the same exact thing as another brand name listed on Amazon, but was much cheaper being re-badged as &#34;Amazon Basics&#34;
Answer: There are several ways to pan horizontally.The smoothest way for me is to loosen the "center column lock," the knob that keeps the center post tight. That requires using the post down at its lowest position, but that still enables placing the camera about 5 feet off the ground with the tripod legs locked at their most stable angle, fine for my 5'10'' height.You can also pan the tripod head fairly smoothly horizontally if more stiffly by just firmly twisting it. (If the tripod head isn't screwed on tightly this may start to unscrew the head, but it can easily be screwed on tightly enough by hand.)A third way to pan is to unscrew the tripod head ("pistol-grip head base") a little. That allows very easy horizontal motion, if a little less secure.A fourth way is to press in the pistol-grip trigger, but that allows easy movement in all directions, and so isn't ideal for smooth panning only in the horizontal direction.The instructions mysteriously mention a "panning tension knob," which isn't identified anywhere else in the instructions, and which doesn't appear to exist on this model.