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How to Document a DJI Phantom Malfunction and Crash for Warranty Claims

March 19, 2015 By Eric Reagan

DJI Phantom

It is no secret that some users experience DJI Phantom flyaways, which in many cases is no apparent fault of the operator. Many Photography Bay forum users have recounted similar circumstances where that resulted in a lost or crashed Phantom as a result of a flyaway. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Drones Tagged With: crash, DJI, drones, flyaway, Phantom, support

 

Induro BHL Ballheads

December 2, 2011 By Eric Reagan

Induro BHL Ballheads

Induro has unveiled new low-profile, heavy-duty BHL Ballheads available in three different sizes.  The significant spec of these heads is the massive load capacity.  The BHL1 handles a max load of 44lbs.  The BHL2 max load is 66lbs., while the BHL3 max load is 88lbs. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Gear Tagged With: ballhead, BHL, dslr, induro, photography, support, tripod head

Vanguard Auctus Plus 323CT Carbon Fiber Tripod Review

July 11, 2011 By Eric Reagan

Vanguard Auctus Plus 323CT

The Vanguard Auctus Plus 323CT is a serious carbon fiber tripod for serious shooters.  It’s a heavy duty tripod that’s built to hold plenty of gear and keep it stable. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Reviews Tagged With: 323CT, Auctus Plus, cameras, carbon fiber, dslr, photography, review, support, tripod, tripod review, Vanguard

Benro Travel Flat Tripod Series Introduced

February 1, 2011 By Eric Reagan

Benro introduced its new Travel Flat tripod series at CES 2011.  As the name implies, Benro’s new tripods are built with the traveling photographer in mind and “feature an innovative, patent pending design that changes the traditional tripod model of triangular profiles, adopting instead a flat unified “spider” or connecting hub, which contributes to its compact size and ultra portability when folded.”

Two big advantages for travelers are the tripods weight and size.  Aluminum models range between 2 and 3.1 pounds, while carbon fiber models weigh in at 1.5 to 2.4 pounds.  Folded heights for all models are around 16-17 inches – and, of course the lay-flat design aides in the compactness.

Even though the tripods are designed to conserve weight and overall dimensions, they still own some professional specs in load capacity (ranging from 13-26 pounds) and maximum height (ranging from 61-66 inches).

Aluminum models carry retail price tags between $107 and $169, while carbon fiber models range between $286 and $406.  You can find the Benro Travel Flat series at B&H Photo.

Filed Under: Gear Tagged With: benro, cameras, ces, ces 2011, photography, support, travel flat, tripods

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