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Davis & Sanford Provista 7518 Tripod with FM18 Head
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Brand | Davis & Sanford |
Compatible Devices | Camcorder, Camera |
Special Feature | 75mm Claw Ball, Mid-level Spreader, Supports 18 lbs (8.2kg) |
Material | Aluminum |
Item Weight | 10 Pounds |
Weight Limit | 18 Pounds |
Model Name | PROVISTA7518XB |
Maximum Height | 64 Inches |
Tripod Head Type | Fluid Heads |
Minimum Height | 64 Inches |
About this item
- Supports 18 lbs (8.2kg)
- Mid-level Spreader
- Dual adjustable pan handles for greater control
- 75mm Claw Ball
- Double strut top leg sections enhance stability
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Sturdiness | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.7 | 4.3 | 4.8 |
Value for money | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.8 |
Stability | — | 4.7 | 4.8 | 4.4 | 4.9 |
Light weight | 3.7 | 4.0 | 4.3 | — | — |
Sold By | TheCameraBox | SIRUI USA | LobicUS | SmallRig | Lixinshunyi |
compatible devices | Camera, Camcorder | Camera | Camera | Camera | Camera |
tripod head type | Fluid Heads | Video Heads | Fluid Heads | Video Heads | Fluid head |
material | Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum |
minimum height | 64 inches | 36 inches | — | — | 34 inches |
maximum height | 64 inches | 74.8 inches | 180 centimeters | 191 centimeters | 187 centimeters |
weight | 10 pounds | 8.8 pounds | 8.4 pounds | 4380 grams | 174.47 ounces |
leg sections | 3 | 3 | 3 | — | 3 |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 15 x 15 x 20 inches |
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Item Weight | 10 pounds |
ASIN | B00009UTCA |
Item model number | S-005129 |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #924 in Complete Tripod Units |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | June 17, 2003 |
Manufacturer | Davis & Sanford |
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Product Description
Alfred Hitchcock once said, "In feature films the director is God; in documentary films God is the director." Beyond the director is the person holding the camera, often the director. The Tiffen Davis & Sanford ProVista 7518 Video Tripod and Head is the tool the budding director needs.
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.
Mid level spreader included adds additional support Rubber feet grab any surface. Non-glare black anodized finish Maximum Height - 64 Maximum Load - 18 lbs. Minimum Height - 28 Tripod Weight - 10 lbs. 3 oz. Includes FM18 Head Fluid head with 18 pound capacity ensures smooth operation. Sliding quick release plate system affords variable balance control. 2 adjustable removable pan handles provide easy maneuverability. Independent tilt
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Customers like the sturdiness, quality and value of the camera tripod. For example, they mention that it's very solid, an excellent tripod and worth the purchase. They appreciate the smooth head and smooth effects. That said, some complain about the tension and weight.
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Customers are satisfied with the sturdiness of the tripod. They mention that it is very solid, and comfortable having their camera on it. They appreciate the solid construction, and the smooth movement.
"...much, but after using this head I can honestly say the fluid head action is great, and for the price it's pretty amazing...." Read more
"Sturdy, high quality and reasonable weight. You even get an extra tripod plate, two size screws for your camera,and a carrying bag...." Read more
"...Returned with no issues. If you are looking for a heavy duty, stable tripod, I'd get this one." Read more
"...Good for any application.* Strong construction. I love the center handgrip which allows you to put the tripod + camera in other place.*..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the camera tripod. They mention it's a great product, and for the price it'll be amazing. Some say it'd be an excellent tripod for using a professional handheld video. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...All in all, this is a great entry level fluid head tripod for anyone looking to up their production value without spending a fortune." Read more
"Nice tripod, just too heavy for the daughters use. Returned with no issues. If you are looking for a heavy duty, stable tripod, I'd get this one." Read more
"...Not as smooth as an old tripod, but suitable for panning your video shot with ease.* Reaches in height close to 6 feet...." Read more
"...It's nice and tall for shooting over crowds. I hope this review helps you!..." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the tripod. They say it is a great product for the price, worth the purchase, and a solid tripod. Some customers also mention that the price is surprising.
"...But this tripod, it is a hell of a lot of good and the price is surprising!" Read more
"...Great value." Read more
"...though it's not the FM18 head the V18 head felt pretty good and finally the cost.. I have used Manfrotto tripod/fluid heads before and for the..." Read more
"...No, it's not an E-image, but the bang for the buck you get is wonderful. I like the head...." Read more
Customers like the fluidity of the camera tripod. They mention that the head is buttery smooth, has extremely smooth panning, and has a good amount of drag. They also say that the pan mechanism is smoother than no fluid pan. Overall, customers are satisfied with the fluid head's performance.
"...drag of the horizontal panning, and not the vertical, but the action is smooth enough where it's not really a big deal..." Read more
"...The head is smooth as well. The only gripe people have about this tripod is the lever that tightens down your plate when mounting your camera...." Read more
"...it's well built.. Even though it's not the FM18 head the V18 head felt pretty good and finally the cost.. I have used Manfrotto tripod/fluid heads..." Read more
"...I think they could have changed this.2. The pan mechanism is smoother than no fluid pan, but don't count on it being like a high-priced studio..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the camera tripod. They mention that it works extremely well, is sturdy, and has a smooth head. Some say that it's perfect for a DSLR and that it gets the job done.
"...I say loved... because I broke part of it. It was great. Never had any issues...." Read more
"...I like the head. It's smooth and get's the job done, plus if you have another nicer head around you can attach it to the sticks...." Read more
"...The fluid head works very nicely..." Read more
"Sturdy and works as advertised. Definitely not something to get though if you're looking for portability." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the carrying case of the camera tripod. They mention that it comes with extra pockets to hold rails and plates.
"...Came with a nice carrying case, alan wrenches, and an extra quick release plate...." Read more
"...get an extra tripod plate, two size screws for your camera,and a carrying bag...." Read more
"...It's very sturdy and versatile. Comes with a carry bag. I'm sure I will be using it for a long time." Read more
"...If you don't like it, take one off. The bag is nice with extra pockets to hold rails and plates and enough room to throw some light stands in as well..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the weight of the camera tripod. Some mention that the legs are nice and sturdy, but not so heavy as to make the tripod. They say that the tripod has lots of weight for stability. However, others say that it's a bit heavy, but easy to transport with the bag.
"...The legs are nice and sturdy but not so heavy as to make the tripod unwieldily or a pain to carry around...." Read more
"Sturdy, high quality and reasonable weight. You even get an extra tripod plate, two size screws for your camera,and a carrying bag...." Read more
"Nice tripod, just too heavy for the daughters use. Returned with no issues. If you are looking for a heavy duty, stable tripod, I'd get this one." Read more
"This tripod feels heavy and durable, yes, but is it? No...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the tension of the camera tripod. They mention that it's either too loose or too tight, and impossible to loosen by hand. The head is stiff, but when zoomed in far, it becomes a little loose.
"...good but there are a few things to note... 1 - There is not much difference in tension when you turn the tension screw, it feels like there's two..." Read more
"...I bought a Benro s7 fluid head and Slik 700DX tripod, but the head was way too loose/couldn't tighten down the drag for steady zoom shots... I..." Read more
"...Also, the tension ends up only being way too loose, or way too tight. Another thing is it leaks grease and will ruin anything it’s sitting on." Read more
"...The fluid head works very nicely (Although almost bit too stiff even with the tension adjusted back out, but it'll break in some I'm sure - do not..." Read more
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One other thing I would mention is that this head might not be the best for attaching to a slider, as when it detaches from the legs, the bottom of the head is male (big long 3/8 screw sticking out) instead of female, which is what most sliders require (a hole in the bottom of the tripod head that mounts onto a screw sticking out of the slider, as opposed to a screw sticking out of the tripod head like this one has). It doesn't seem like you can convert the tripod head mount from male to female, so if you're planning on using this head for a slider you may want to consider a different model.
Came with a nice carrying case, alan wrenches, and an extra quick release plate. All in all, this is a great entry level fluid head tripod for anyone looking to up their production value without spending a fortune.
Pros:
* A smooth moving head. Not as smooth as an old tripod, but suitable for panning your video shot with ease.
* Reaches in height close to 6 feet. Good for any application.
* Strong construction. I love the center handgrip which allows you to put the tripod + camera in other place.
* Great engineering: you see the quality immediately.
* The duffle and the second mounting plate.
* Adjustable screws, with pull out handles that let you adjust their position to tighten the screw.
* Two handles that can be adjusted to the position you like them to be.
Cons
*The head is not as 'fluid' as I would have liked, but gives a smooth movement.
But this is an advantage with our small video camera (Canon HF100): the head doesn't colapse if you do not tighten the head.
In summary a nice tripod for video and photography capable of handling 18 pound of gear. Great value.