I finally invested on a dedicated video head for my cameras. My Arca-swiss Z1 is arguably the best ballhead around but it doesn't work well when I shoot video. It was a little bit jittery whenever I pan from side to side.
The Manfrotto 701HDV fluid video head appears to be a good economical choice to do this job without spending too much money. I mounted it with my first el cheapo carbon fiber tripod which was made for Cabelas. So, after $125. later, my rig is finally complete along with my other accessories for video.
Manfrotto 701HDV Pro Fluid Video Mini Head 701HDV B&H Photo
Just sharing what it looks like.
D800E video rig back by gqtuazon, on Flickr
Front view
D800E video rig by gqtuazon, on Flickr
The Manfrotto 701HDV fluid video head appears to be a good economical choice to do this job without spending too much money. I mounted it with my first el cheapo carbon fiber tripod which was made for Cabelas. So, after $125. later, my rig is finally complete along with my other accessories for video.
Manfrotto 701HDV Pro Fluid Video Mini Head 701HDV B&H Photo
Just sharing what it looks like.
D800E video rig back by gqtuazon, on Flickr
Front view
D800E video rig by gqtuazon, on Flickr
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