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06/13/2004 02:32:56 AM · #1 |
Generally speaking how are tripods and camera bags made by Hakuba? Are they any good?
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06/13/2004 04:42:09 AM · #2 |
| I didn't know they make tripods and camera bags, but I like all the little accessory things I've got of theirs... |
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06/16/2004 06:52:19 AM · #3 |
Anyone uses a Hakuba S-6000 tripod? I'm trying to find reviews on the net, but can't find anything.
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06/16/2004 07:04:19 AM · #4 |
I used to use a Hakuba tripod for my video camera and found it very steady, robust and good VFM. Here in Japan there is loads of stuff made by them and all have a good reputation.
now i use a VELBON tripod. Alluminium and very old but i love it.
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06/16/2004 08:03:38 AM · #5 |
i use a hakuba carbon fiber 'pod in my job, and find it smooth operating, reliable, and light, yet solid and steady.
hope this helps.
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06/16/2004 05:18:55 PM · #6 |
You think a "heavy duty" Hakuba tripod should be able to support camera body with a telephoto lens (combined weight about 3.5-4 lbs.)?
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06/16/2004 07:17:49 PM · #7 |
hmm .. well i tried to google the specs but i couldnt find that model anywhere.
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06/16/2004 07:47:42 PM · #8 |
I have a Hakuba S-4500. It's alright, does the job. I got it for something round $40 at Target. I got it for my video cam, but now use it for photography. When I say it's alright, two parts have broken on it. One is the inner post that slides up and down when the "periscope" goes up or down. This broke, I think, after my brother and I were playing around with it and snaping the legs out quickly. Two, I loned the tripod out to some friends who didn't know how to work it, and the busted off the thing that you twist to bring up the "periscope." They didn't loosen it up first. It still works though, and it's quite durable (and a good walking stick). I've been hiking with it, taken it up creeks, and out into the ocean. I'll post a shot of it when I was out taking pics of waves.
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06/16/2004 08:09:23 PM · #9 |
My tripod (S-4500 pictured below), was able to carry my Sony FD-95 (2 lb 2 oz.) fine.
Originally posted by Havok:
You think a "heavy duty" Hakuba tripod should be able to support camera body with a telephoto lens (combined weight about 3.5-4 lbs.)? |
Heres the pic:
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06/16/2004 09:24:32 PM · #10 |
Thanks for the input guys.
I just picked one up and it seems to be a pretty decent, sturdy tripod. Worth the $38...so far.
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