For video. Three. One was a decent Manfrotto set when first started out with my little GH5. After that I went straight to the Sachtler Flowtech 75 with the FSB head. The third tripod is another Manfrotto video tripod+head combo that I use for B-Cam :)
Great video. I had nothing but trouble from the start with this tripod. First, a leg split at the rivet and while loose, a plastic gear at the tension handle fell out and was lost. I asked SmallRig if I could purchase a gear. The customer service rep said she'd get the technical team to answer. I asked twice - no answer. I had new gears CNC'd from aluminum and when I reassmbled the tripod, one of the metal plates that hold the works onto the leg simply broke. Too much money, many hours and a sh*tload of effort later, I gave up and pulled the expensive trigger on the Sachtler FlowTech 75 and activ8 head combo that I wanted in the first place. Of all the Millers, Sachtlers and Bogen/Manfrottos I've used over nearly 40 years of using tripods, I've never had problem with any of them. I DO NOT RECOMMEND THE SMALLRIG FREEBLAZER.
😟 sorry to hear about your experience. Mine has held up fine but that’s obviously just one unit-I’m a little disappointed to hear about the customer service experience you had. Thanks for sharing
Great video. Your presentation skills and presence is such a joy to watch. Smallrig is starting to become a big player in the industry. Their prices and quality are unbeatable.
Bro this review is the best review ever on anything I’ve seen, literally cool energy with a cool product. If I were smallrig, I’d send you even more stuff after this review 😅
SmallRig has definitely always been keen on attention to detail! I might be a little biased but I honestly love their stuff-waiting on a nice photography tripod next haha
I just got the Ulanzi f38 Video tripod for 220$, well see how it goes.. if I need something more serious studio or taller height tripod in the future this looks like a good option.
@@DavidZhou What do you think of the Sirui SVT75 or Pineta or even compare the Smallrig to a remotely controlled gimbal on a tripod? Wondering if you'd be able to do a comparison of these other options to see if the Smallrig is still the best!
This is my very first tripod leg. Been using a 10$ tripod and head for 2 yrs. Ive bought this and waiting to get it tomorrow and paired it with my new head the benro s8 pro.
Buenas Tardes David desde Republica Dominicana, estoy super feliz y agradecida que escucharas mi cometario sobre lo subtitulos y en español, ahora me voy a tomar cada espacio de mi tiempo libre para ver cada video que me pueda ser de ayuda para mi pequeño canal. Abrazos y sigue adelante.
I still recommend this tripod! It's pan/tilt head and legs are amazing for professional work and there aren't many video tripods I like even at the $400+ price point. Though, if you have any you're looking at that you're considering, feel free to send me a link on here, or on IG (@TheGreatZhou), and I'd be happy to take a look at it and give my thoughts! :)
Be honest... How many tripods have you purchased? Is it just me?
Also, this video has motivated me to take care of the weeds in the patio-area tomorrow morning...
Sir, can we talk privately??
For video. Three. One was a decent Manfrotto set when first started out with my little GH5. After that I went straight to the Sachtler Flowtech 75 with the FSB head. The third tripod is another Manfrotto video tripod+head combo that I use for B-Cam :)
@@38Shortswhy are you gonna send a picture of your Willy?
@@DavidZhou +)e 5D 4sssss⅘
Great video. I had nothing but trouble from the start with this tripod. First, a leg split at the rivet and while loose, a plastic gear at the tension handle fell out and was lost. I asked SmallRig if I could purchase a gear. The customer service rep said she'd get the technical team to answer. I asked twice - no answer. I had new gears CNC'd from aluminum and when I reassmbled the tripod, one of the metal plates that hold the works onto the leg simply broke. Too much money, many hours and a sh*tload of effort later, I gave up and pulled the expensive trigger on the Sachtler FlowTech 75 and activ8 head combo that I wanted in the first place. Of all the Millers, Sachtlers and Bogen/Manfrottos I've used over nearly 40 years of using tripods, I've never had problem with any of them.
I DO NOT RECOMMEND THE SMALLRIG FREEBLAZER.
😟 sorry to hear about your experience. Mine has held up fine but that’s obviously just one unit-I’m a little disappointed to hear about the customer service experience you had. Thanks for sharing
@@DavidZhou Everything else from SmallRig has been great. It's a shame. I'm glad most people have had a good experience.
This is THE tripod to get! The features that you get at the price point is craaazzy 🤯
This guy knows 😤 glad we were equally hyped about this tripod 😂
Great video. Your presentation skills and presence is such a joy to watch. Smallrig is starting to become a big player in the industry. Their prices and quality are unbeatable.
Bro this review is the best review ever on anything I’ve seen, literally cool energy with a cool product. If I were smallrig, I’d send you even more stuff after this review 😅
Hahaha, this comment made my day. Thanks, more fun reviews to come! :)
I just got one. Just insane all the little details they nailed. I honestly almost fainted when I found the Allen wrench 😅
SmallRig has definitely always been keen on attention to detail! I might be a little biased but I honestly love their stuff-waiting on a nice photography tripod next haha
Now I want to upgrade my heavy manfrotto.
Next time you’re looking to upgrade gear, definitely consider it!
Great review mate! You've sold me on it. Ordering now 🙌
Lemme know what you think! 🙌🏼
just bought it. Great quality on your videos btw. can't wait to get this and use it.
I just got the Ulanzi f38 Video tripod for 220$, well see how it goes.. if I need something more serious studio or taller height tripod in the future this looks like a good option.
The F38 looks really nice! As long as it suits your needs 👌🏼
Been looking for a tripod for a while now. This past 1.5 years, I have been using that Amazon basics tripod for my heavy Blackmagic pocket 4k rig 😅
This tripod shouldn’t disappoint! I’ve been using it as my main video tripod for over a year now!
@@DavidZhou What do you think of the Sirui SVT75 or Pineta or even compare the Smallrig to a remotely controlled gimbal on a tripod? Wondering if you'd be able to do a comparison of these other options to see if the Smallrig is still the best!
Thank you
That thing looks like a tank!
It’s a beast!
This is my very first tripod leg. Been using a 10$ tripod and head for 2 yrs. Ive bought this and waiting to get it tomorrow and paired it with my new head the benro s8 pro.
Let me know how you like the legs!
I need a new tripod, I’ll definitely have to check this one out 👌🏼
100% worth it. They also have their AD-01 tripod which is a little less robust (not the best tripod head), but it's $150!
Buenas Tardes David desde Republica Dominicana, estoy super feliz y agradecida que escucharas mi cometario sobre lo subtitulos y en español, ahora me voy a tomar cada espacio de mi tiempo libre para ver cada video que me pueda ser de ayuda para mi pequeño canal. Abrazos y sigue adelante.
what do you need if you will never have a super heavy rig? Say an FX3 with cage, battery, and monitor?
I still recommend this tripod! It's pan/tilt head and legs are amazing for professional work and there aren't many video tripods I like even at the $400+ price point. Though, if you have any you're looking at that you're considering, feel free to send me a link on here, or on IG (@TheGreatZhou), and I'd be happy to take a look at it and give my thoughts! :)
Sold!
Broll go hard
Always! It’s a must 🤝
Best advice. Buy cheap. Buy twice.
A lesson I seem to fail to learn, even after I’ve thought I’ve learned it enough times 😂
@@DavidZhou I think there are some areas you can scimp but support gear...nope.
how about arca swiss? Can you just screw on an arca adapter?
I did screw on an Arcaswiss adapter onto the manfrotto-style plate to quickly adapt my current camera rig!