Tripods for UMP

I am a new owner of a Ursa Mini Pro. I have always used Manfrotto sticks but find I need something heavier, with a center support, and likely with a ball that could go onto a Dana Dolly at some point. What are you using? What do you wish you were using?

I have a Sachtler FSB8 with Speed Lock 75 CF legs. It's close to it's limit with a fully rigged URSA Mini Pro. I'd say the FSB10 and a set of stick with a 100mm bowl would be a better bet.

Been using Sachtler's Flowtech 75 sticks for the past couple weeks and absolutely loving them. Light and fast.

For the price its hard to go past Miller. https://www.millertripods.com/
Love their tripods and the service is outstanding.
Sachtler still make the best stuff, but not by much and its getting harder to justify the cost when Miller is so good.

I'm using the Sachtler FSB6.. but that is the limit. I cannot rig it with PL lenses and such. But I want a small and light rig anyway.

I use a Miller Compass 20 head, with Vinten Pozi-Loc legs. Very happy with the combination and the Miller head copes well with a fully rigged up URS Mini (Shoulder kit, V-lock battery, EVF, PL Lenses, Matte Box, LED Light, shotgun mic), but is light enough for travel.

Head:
https://www.millertripods.com/en/fluid- ... -head.html

Legs:
http://www.vinten.com/en/product/75mm-b ... loc-tripod

Been using Sachtler's Flowtech 75 sticks for the past couple weeks and absolutely loving them. Light and fast.

Jamie,

Assuming you're using an Ursa Mini/Pro, do you find any issues with the weight of a fully rigged camera?

Thanks

Yep, Ursa Mini Pro on FSB 8 fluid head with the Flowtech 75. Been working great for me.

With a 75mm bowl, the fluid head spec is the limiting factor rather than the sticks. If weight is a concern on your rig, check it's total weight against the limits of the compatible 75mm fluid heads listed on Sachtler's website.

Ric, there’s so much to consider and I think ultimately budget concerns determine the direction you go. Fully rigged can easily mean more than 10 Kg, 22 lbs. If your budget is $3,000 or $6,000 or $12,000, there’s a system that will fit your requirements. There’s usually some compromise at the budget end, but the high end is a lot to swallow.

Just in case you win the lottery, my favourite selection would be the OConnor 1030Ds. Infinitely adjustable and can tilt +/-90 degrees. Fingertip control. Stays where you put it when properly balanced. I haven’t won the lottery yet!



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