Tiffen Davis & Sanford ProVista 7518 Tripod and Head, 75 Video Tripod With FM-18 Fluid Head. (Head Supports up to 18 lbs., Tripods 25 lbs., extends 28" - 64")
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- Usually ships in 1-2 business days
- Our Price:
- $194.50
- Average Customer Rating:
- 4.5 out of 5
- Manufacturer:
- Tiffen
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- Our Price:
- $194.50
Features
- Perfect for field, studio, educational or industrial applications
- For video cameras & mini-DV's weighing up to 18 lbs
- Heavy duty, double-strut, 3- section tripod and fluid head
- Fluid Head w/18 lb capacity ensures smooth operation
- Sliding quick release plate system affords variable balance control
Description
The ProVista 7518 Tripod is designed for videographers who need a heavy-duty tripod for a variety of field, studio, educational, and industrial applications. It supports cameras weighing up to 18 pounds. The ProVista is a three-section aluminum tripod with a non-glare black anodized finish. Quick release leg locks are easy to use even in the cold. For fast setup, the locks flip open and close with only a half twist.The top-leg section of the tripod has double-strut construction for stability. A 75 millimeter claw ball adds mobility and stability to your shooting. The 3/8"-16 mounting screw will accept most professional tripod heads. The rubber feet provide traction on any surface, indoors and out. Maximum height for the ProVista is 64 inches, minimum height is 31 inches. Tripod weight without a head is 8 pounds.Matched up perfectly to the ProVista 7518 tripod is the FM18 Fluid Head, which can also hold up to 18 pounds. Designed for heavy-duty use with Mini DVs and large camcorders, offering fluid-smooth 360° panning and 90° up-and-down tilting. Separate, easy-grip knobs lock and unlock the panning and tilting mechanism. The large platform measures 3-1/4" by 3".The quick-release plate features a 3/8"-16 and 1/4"-20 mounting screw to attach most any camera to the platform easily. Two handles, which can be used together or separately in multiple positions are provided. The FM18 weighs 3.25 pounds. A durable, padded carrying bag is included in
Spotlight customer reviews
Good price for decent product
[ Posted: 2008-11-19 ]
This tripod is fairly decent when compared to others in its price range. I was looking for something heavy with a decent head for smaller cameras, and this foot the bill. The head is very smooth when doing vertical movments, but a bit tight when panning. The only complaint would be the clamps for the legs. When I used it the first time, one of the clamps broke, when locking it. They are made of cheap pot metal. There are small adjustment screws you can use to make them tighter or looser, as this one was very tight. With a little JB weld, fixed the problem, easier then sending it back.
all that I hoped for
[ Posted: 2008-10-15 ]
This tripod is easy to use and does what it is supposed to do. My order was processed without a hitch. I am completely satisfied.
Excellent hardware
[ Posted: 2008-09-27 ]
This tri-pod is of amazing quality for 200$ Its construction is simpler than the 1000$ models I've used at school but its still sturdy and the head is great. I can execute insanely precise pans with it. Ive used it with my Panasonic PV-GS500 and my DVX100B and this baby definitely preforms with pretty much any grade of camera. Its absolutely a good deal.
Double Handed
[ Posted: 2008-07-13 ]
The dual grips make this tripod my favorite ever! Smooth. Really smooth and fun. Thanks Tiffen Davis and Sanford, I'm happy with my purchase. No more idle hands - now it's all about positive workshopping.
I give this tripod two thumbs up.
Not a high-performing head
[ Posted: 2008-06-01 ]
This is a review of the FM18 head only. The head appears well-built - all-metal and it feels substantial. However, the head moves slightly in one direction when the pan lock knob is tightened, ruining the shot. Spend $100 more (for a Bogen or a Gitzo) and get a much better result.