Support

Camera supports come in all sorts of styles for a variety of functions. Whether you want a dolly shot, a steady shot that moves throughout a crowd, video from the hood of a car, or a basic static shot, exploring your tripod and camera support options will ensure you find the best support to match your needs. Download our list of Tripod manufacturers.

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Support

Unsung Heroes: Camcorder Support Systems

Anonymous (not verified) - Sat, 09/01/2007 - 12:00am

The stars of video production equipment are not tripods, dollies or jibs. That's not their role. They are meant to blend into the background, be sturdy and dependable and never have tantrums on set. Of course, they may be typecast into supporting roles, but replace that sturdy, fluid and dependable friend with a loose lackey, and all of a sudden, everything else doesn't seem to matter.
Wearing your Camcorder on your Sleeve...

Anonymous (not verified) - Sat, 09/01/2007 - 12:00am

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Anton/Bauer ElipZ EssentialZ Battery System, Camera Grip and Light Accessory Review

Anonymous (not verified) - Wed, 08/01/2007 - 12:00am

EZ ElipZ Zupport
Manfrotto's Tripod Factory in Italy

Manfrotto's Tripod Factory in Italy
Rev it up! Helmet Cams, Sports Cams

Anonymous (not verified) - Sun, 07/01/2007 - 12:00am

Look, Ma, no hands! Taking your shooting to extreme levels has never been easier, with tinier cameras and easy-to-rig support gear - get ready to launch!
Music 2 Hues Adrenaline Crush | Nady USB-24M USB microphone | DVCA-D1 camcorder dolly.

Anonymous (not verified) - Sun, 07/01/2007 - 12:00am

New Gear: CD of "aggressive, high-energetic grooves". USB microphone utilizes a dynamic neodymium element. DVCA-D1 miniature dolly
Review of Matthews M25 Tripod

In our "Hands On" segment, Andrew shows us some features to an affordable tripod, the M25 by Matthews.
Matthews M25 tripod and Black Magic Designs Intensity Pro

In our Video Bits & Bytes segment, Mark discusses Matthews M25 tripod and Black Magic Designs Intensity Pro. Derek talks about icaught.com and flektor.com.

In our segment, Andrew and Mark focus on lighting for Chroma Keying.

In this week's "Take 20", Jennifer and Charlie review "The Duel" by James Miller.
Bogen/Manfrotto Tripod 501HDV Kit Review

Anonymous (not verified) - Fri, 06/01/2007 - 12:00am

Renaissance Shooting (in Hi-Def) - The 501HDV tripod head is an elegant and useful update to the well-known Bogen/Manfrotto tripod 501 series.
Removable Hard-Drive Lets you Use Computer for Personal Use

Anonymous (not verified) - Fri, 06/01/2007 - 12:00am

Our subscribers give advice, and share lessons learned in their videography experience.