Digital Camera News, Reviews and Tips
Manfrotto has introduced a couple of new 502HD tripod heads, the MVH502A and the MVH502AH.
The MVH502A is equipped with a 75 mm ball base, while the MVH502AH comes with a flat base with 3/8″ thread. Both are designed for video use and can support up to 13.2 lbs. They feature Manfrotto’s bridge architechture, as well as a variable Fluid Drag System with adjustable cartridges.
The 502A retails for $225, while the 502AH retails for $200. Both are available at B&H Photo and Amazon.com.
Joby’s new GorillaPods are a pair of miniature tripods that are small enough to remain attached to your compact or mirrorless camera at all times. [Read more…]
Benro has announced a new video tripod and head combo. The AD71FK5 is a budget friendly kit that features flip-lock legs, a mid-level spreader and a fluid head with a 60mm bowl and bubble level. [Read more…]
I carry a Leatherman in my camera bag and occasionally, I’ll find a use for it, such as tightening a quick release plate, fidgeting with batteries in a tight compartment, or such.
But this new Gerber Steady multi-tool takes things to a whole new level. [Read more…]
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…]
The VariZoom VZ-TK75A tripod and fluid head is a nice entry-level video tripod. Let me be up front though, this is not a pro-grade combo that’s going to compete with your Miller and Sachtler units, but for those enthusiasts out there dipping your toes into the video realm, this little package is an affordable and capable starting point. [Read more…]
The Benro C0190 Travel Flat tripod is an ultra-portable tripod. The Travel Flat series offers a unique design whereby the legs actually fold flat rather than into a triangle formation as in most other tripods on the market. [Read more…]
Induro has announced several new tripods, heads and quick release plates.
The new PHT-Series 3-Way Panheads are magnesium alloy and feature folding hands for easy packing. All models offer special bearing inserts that allow for quasi-fluid movement. Additional features include a built-in bubble level, dual locking quick release plate and a 5 year warranty. The Induro PHT-Series 3-Way Panheads come in three sizes and range in price from $77 to $114.
Induro’s new tripods expands its Adventure Series with the Adventure AKP Series tripod kits. There are 3 new models – the AKP0, AKP1 and AKP2.
The new AKP0 is a compact 4-leg-section tripod, while the AKP1 and AKP2 are heavier duty 3-leg-section tripods. Each of the new models are magnesium alloy and feature quick lock legs. Additionally, each tripod is packaged as a kit with an Induro 3-Way Panhead, and also come with a 5 year warranty. The Induro Adventure AKP Series tripod kits range in price from $164 to $219.
Finally, Induro’s new QRT Series Quick Release Clamp is designed for monopods, tripods and other gear that does not already have a quick release system in place. The new QRT clamps can be installed on any 1/4-20 or 3/8-16 thread. The Induro QRT clamps will retail for $75.
You can find Induro products at B&H Photo.
More product images below. [Read more…]
Amazon is pushing well past Cyber Monday with a whole week of deals on a variety of products. Just browsing through today’s “Lightning Deals” – it’s serving up deals on the Tokina 16.5-135mm lens in Canon and Nikon mounts (starting at 9:20AM ET), a Benro tripod and monopod, with more to be revealed throughout the day.
If you aren’t familiar with Lightning Deals, they are limited availability products that are reduced in price (sometimes significantly) for only a short period of time (usually 1-4 hours if the stock lasts that long). You can check them out on Amazon’s Cyber Week page and you’ll get a feel for how the deal system works.
For those unwilling to brave the crowded chaos on Black Friday, plenty of deals are to be had on Cyber Monday (the first Monday after Thanksgiving for anyone who doesn’t know). There are several deals already sneaking out, with more to come through Cyber Monday (So, stay tuned).
Below, you’ll find a rolling rundown of camera and photo gear deals from trustworthy (i.e., places I shop) online retailers. [Read more…]