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Velbon Videomate 538 Aluminum Tripod
Model #VIDEOMATE 538/F
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Packaging Info
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 25.0 x 4.8 x 4.7" |
| Package Weight | 4.5 lb |
Legs
| Head Attachment Fitting | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Leg Stages/Sections | 3 |
| Leg Lock Type | Flip lock |
| Spiked/Retractable Feet | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Center Brace | Yes |
| Independent Leg Spread | No |
| Center Column | Geared |
| Material | Aluminum |
Head
| Pan Lock | Yes |
| Quick Release/Wedge Plate | Yes, QB-4L quick-release included |
| Tilt Range | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Tilt Lock | yes |
| Pan Range | 360° |
General
| Load Capacity | Maximum: 6.61 lb / 3.0 kg Recommended: 4.41 lb / 2.0 kg |
| Weight | 3.6 lb / 1.63 kg |
| Leveling Bubble/Illuminated | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Folded Length | 24.02" / 61 cm |
| Minimum Height | 1.88' / 0.56 |
| Maximum Height | With Column Extended: 5.28' / 1.61 m Without Column Extended: 4.2' / 1.28 |
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I previously owned a Velbon tripod which was really good, so I naturally assumed this one would be good too. Unfortunately the 538 is really light duty. I should have studied the weight of the tripod, it only weighs 4 lb in the box (with the carrying case).
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I use this tripod with a small HD consumer video cam with a filmmaking class of HS students. It is durable and meets all of our needs the fluid head is nice and smooth.
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Bought to enhance DSLR videography. Delivers in spades.
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Easily Adjusted, Smooth Movement
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Bought to enhance DSLR videography. Delivers in spades.
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Easily Adjusted, Smooth Movement
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I use this for filming inteviews and seminars and its great for static shots as solid fixes in position well however if you intend to do titling and panning mid shot its not great, panning is ok but tilting is an issue. Also when you lock it in place the head moves as you tighten the lock.
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Compact, Easily Adjusted, Good Footing, Lightweight, Locks In Tight
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Jerky Movement
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I use this for filming inteviews and seminars and its great for static shots as solid fixes in position well however if you intend to do titling and panning mid shot its not great, panning is ok but tilting is an issue. Also when you lock it in place the head moves as you tighten the lock.
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Compact, Easily Adjusted, Good Footing, Lightweight, Locks In Tight
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Jerky Movement
- 3.6 lb Aluminum Tripod
- Fluid Pan and Tilt Head
- Maximum Height of 5.28'
- Maximum Load Capacity of 6.61 lb
- Folded Length of 24.02"
- Includes Carry Bag
- Velbon Videomate 538 Aluminum Tripod
- QB-5RL Quick Release Platform
- PH-358 Fluid Pan and Tilt Head
- Tripod Carrying Case
- 5-Year Warranty
