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15-12-2007, 3:30 PM
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Hi all, this is my first post in Camcorder forum.
Having just bought my first camcorder, Canon HV20, I am now looking for a decent tripod.
I am interested in the Velbon DV6000, but can only find mention of the DV7000. My main reason for considering the DV6000 is weight.
Any advice would be appreciated.
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15-12-2007, 3:42 PM
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Thanks: Gave 44, Got 7 | Re: Velbon DV6000
I got the DV7000 from Jessops - its a great tripod, fluid head is super smooth.
I think having extra weight is actually beneficial - you dont want a gust of wind to blow your camera over (I also use the lightweight HV20). I have also got a cheapo Velbon tripod (CX 300) which I can carry around in a packpack / for longer journeys.
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15-12-2007, 10:33 PM
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Yes, I have a DV7000 as well.
If you need to lug it around a lot, you may want a lighter model, but otherwise the weight does help with stability, and it's good value for the money.
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18-12-2007, 5:08 PM
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Once again, thank you to Goose74 and redsox_mark.
I have now ordered the DV7000, which should arrive tomorrow.
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18-12-2007, 8:15 PM
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Originally Posted by 45689ajax  Once again, thank you to Goose74 and redsox_mark.
I have now ordered the DV7000, which should arrive tomorrow. | Where did you get it from and let us know what you think of it. Cheers
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19-12-2007, 11:13 AM
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Originally Posted by Maninblack Where did you get it from and let us know what you think of it. Cheers | Ordered from cameras2u, but the website seems to be down at the moment, so I am unable to give a link. £69.99 plus £5.95 for next day delivery.
As for an opinion, I am still awaiting delivery. I will hopefully get a look at it before my wife wraps it up and hides it under the christmas tree.
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19-12-2007, 11:38 AM
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Originally Posted by 45689ajax Ordered from cameras2u, but the website seems to be down at the moment, so I am unable to give a link. £69.99 plus £5.95 for next day delivery.
As for an opinion, I am still awaiting delivery. I will hopefully get a look at it before my wife wraps it up and hides it under the christmas tree. | Website up again http://www.cameras2u.com/Products/Pr...px?SkuId=61194 | |
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19-12-2007, 11:03 PM
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Im sure you will love it.
If you extend the tripod you can actually find a good centre of balance for using it as a steadicam. I demo'd this this afternoon and found it to be nearly as stable as my glidecam 2000 pro (although heavier and harder to use for long sessions!!!)
A also got a great shot of the moon at full telephoto from a pavement and it was steady as a rock
hope you enjoy it.
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20-12-2007, 2:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Goose74 If you extend the tripod you can actually find a good centre of balance for using it as a steadicam. I demo'd this this afternoon and found it to be nearly as stable as my glidecam 2000 pro (although heavier and harder to use for long sessions!!!) | Thank you for the extra tips. This being my first camcorder, I will now be on a learning curve.
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