Dearborn Posted August 30, 2015 Share Posted August 30, 2015 Could I get some recommendations for a tripod and fluid head for the gh4 with the Panasonic 12-35mm lens? I'd like to go hiking with it and have something that will last a while. Budget is around 400 for the combo. Thank you for your time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
docmoore Posted August 31, 2015 Share Posted August 31, 2015 Settler Ace M ... only real fluid like head that I know of in this price (used) and weight range.Most others are springy things ... their definition of fluid. Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowfun Posted August 31, 2015 Share Posted August 31, 2015 Tripod - I use a 3leggedthing for travel. Stable, strong and light. I think they'll do one within the budget.Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dearborn Posted August 31, 2015 Author Share Posted August 31, 2015 Yeah I was looking at a mt055xpro3/502hd bundle but no one seemed to have any opinions on them. I imagine the ace m is better though. Heavier too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
docmoore Posted August 31, 2015 Share Posted August 31, 2015 Yeah I was looking at a mt055xpro3/502hd bundle but no one seemed to have any opinions on them. I imagine the ace m is better though. Heavier too.Weight is your friend when you attempt smooth pan tilt movements. Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Emery Posted August 31, 2015 Share Posted August 31, 2015 I've had both, Ace M and 502hd... Both are smooth and well made. I've got the Manfrotto now, and don't miss the Satchler at all (IMO it's overrated). I use the 502hd head with these legs (I paid less than 90€)...http://www.amazon.com/Ravelli-AVTP-Professional-Camera-Tripod/dp/B00139W0XM/ref=sr_1_1?s=photo&ie=UTF8&qid=1441019126&sr=1-1&keywords=video+tripodThis is another good option...http://www.amazon.com/Benro-A373FBS8-Video-Tripod-Kit/dp/B00HWO6ESY/ref=sr_1_2?s=photo&ie=UTF8&qid=1441019498&sr=1-2&keywords=benro+s8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JazzBox Posted August 31, 2015 Share Posted August 31, 2015 I had a big Manfrotto, now I use this little one with GH4 and 12-40 (or Canon FD primes)Of course this is not good for big slider etc... http://www.amazon.com/Cullmanncu-52602Nanomax-Tripod-Monopod-Integrated/dp/B0067YW8Q2/ref=sr_1_sc_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1441023001&sr=1-2-spell&keywords=cullman+tripod Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbhaltz Posted August 31, 2015 Share Posted August 31, 2015 What are people's thoughts on the Miller Air? Anyone had any experience using it? It's around the same price range as the Sachtler Ace I think.Edit: After a quick browse there does seem to be a bit of a price difference between these two systems, though in Australian stores the difference is less significant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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