Re: [Frameworks] Travel Tripods
Hi there. When I go on my documentary shoots to Mexico, I always just use a cheapo tripod. (I use a video camera that is slightly lighter than a bolex, but about the same size) I get the tripods on ebay for 25-30$. The cons: - they are not good for much more than a static shot, the panning and tilted are not acceptable for when you are recording/live. - they are pretty cheaply made, and usually bits start falling off of them before the trip is over, although they still function - buy it well in advance that you have time to check it out, and make sure it will do what you need. I had one that was impossible to get level and that was a lot of fun.. not The pros: - it's a 25$ tripod. -it's lightweight and small, easily fits in the the suitcase. - for me, shooting in a third world country, I dont want to be going around showing off that I have good quality, expensive gear. It looks like garbage, and that's fine with me! - If it gets stolen, it's a 25$ tripod... Good luck! Kristie Reinders, B.F.A. Director of Cinematography, Electric Visions Curator and Head Projectionist, Electric Mural Project The Mission, San Francisco, CA 'A first class technician should work best under pressure.' - - - Issac Asimov ___ FrameWorks mailing list FrameWorks@jonasmekasfilms.com https://mailman-mail5.webfaction.com/listinfo/frameworks
Re: [Frameworks] Travel Tripods
Not sure what type of filming you do but when I want to travel light with my bolex but still want to have some smooth shots I use a monopod. Roger D. Wilson613 324 - 7504rogerdwilson@sympatico.cahttp://www.rogerdwilson.ca Without failure you can never achieve success. I have based my process and my career as an experimental film artist on this statement; and I welcome it as it pushes me forward as an artist to try something different, something new. Date: Mon, 15 Jul 2013 15:50:52 -0400 From: ryandmar...@gmail.com To: frameworks@jonasmekasfilms.com Subject: [Frameworks] Travel Tripods Any suggestions for a lightweight tripod that can handle a Bolex but is convenient enough for air travel? I will not be in area where renting is an option. DIY suggestions are welcome as well. Thanks in advance! -ryan -- www.ryanmarino.com www.imminentfrequencies.com ___ FrameWorks mailing list FrameWorks@jonasmekasfilms.com https://mailman-mail5.webfaction.com/listinfo/frameworks ___ FrameWorks mailing list FrameWorks@jonasmekasfilms.com https://mailman-mail5.webfaction.com/listinfo/frameworks
Re: [Frameworks] Travel Tripods
While not exactly a tripod, I've enjoyed using 'The Pod' as an easy/lightweight tripod alternative: http://www.thepod.ca/ -matt On Mon, Jul 15, 2013 at 1:19 PM, Roger Wilson rogerdwil...@sympatico.cawrote: Not sure what type of filming you do but when I want to travel light with my bolex but still want to have some smooth shots I use a monopod. Roger D. Wilson 613 324 - 7504 rogerdwil...@sympatico.ca http://www.rogerdwilson.ca Without failure you can never achieve success. I have based my process and my career as an experimental film artist on this statement; and I welcome it as it pushes me forward as an artist to try something different, something new. -- Date: Mon, 15 Jul 2013 15:50:52 -0400 From: ryandmar...@gmail.com To: frameworks@jonasmekasfilms.com Subject: [Frameworks] Travel Tripods Any suggestions for a lightweight tripod that can handle a Bolex but is convenient enough for air travel? I will not be in area where renting is an option. DIY suggestions are welcome as well. Thanks in advance! -ryan -- www.ryanmarino.com www.imminentfrequencies.com ___ FrameWorks mailing list FrameWorks@jonasmekasfilms.com https://mailman-mail5.webfaction.com/listinfo/frameworks ___ FrameWorks mailing list FrameWorks@jonasmekasfilms.com https://mailman-mail5.webfaction.com/listinfo/frameworks -- --- www.rodeofilmco.com --- ___ FrameWorks mailing list FrameWorks@jonasmekasfilms.com https://mailman-mail5.webfaction.com/listinfo/frameworks
