[45689ajax]

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.

[Goose74]

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.

[redsox_mark]

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.

[45689ajax]

Once again, thank you to Goose74 and redsox_mark.

I have now ordered the DV7000, which should arrive tomorrow.

[Maninblack]

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

[45689ajax]

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.

[45689ajax]

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

[Goose74]

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.

[45689ajax]

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.