Here's the traveller set-up: the Gitzo GT0545T Series 0 was discontinued... But pre-order it's replacement (the GIGT0545T Series 0) for $680: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1328230-REG/gitzo_gt0545tus_traveler_tripod_ser_0_4s.html Don't forget the $320 ball head: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1175122-REG/gitzo_gh1382tqd_series_1_traveler.html Only 1290g and $1000 USD... What more could you ask for in life?
when that plate of jelly went over i would have been pissed and not like pissed as happy drunk but pissed as mad that it went over. but good for you not being mad. that had to be the funnest thing you have done for some time man. keep up the good work.
Totally agree with you on the Twist Lock vs Flip Locks. No matter how good the stability, I will never buy another twist lock again for exactly the reasons you nicely demonstrated at 3:52.
Just inherited a Cullman Magic 2, a 1980s full size, all aluminium tripod that converts into a monopod. Comes with an all-steel ball head. The Magic part is that it folds flat. I can get the Magic 2, a lens-mounted A7r and a spare zoom in my Billingham Hadley Pro easily. Now that's magic! Worth hunting down.
Your gitzo combo is expensivo. With a little more money, I could get a fuji xt-2. My two cents: don't spend more than 200 USD on a tripod, bring something to weigh it down, and get a remote for your camera. Unless, of course, you have a ton of cash to spend on a gitzo. Then go ahead, spend away.
Hilarious Kai! Love the socks and pants, adorable. The jello falling off is the greatest and then it falling out of your mouth! 5, 6, 7, whatever...second rule :-) Love your videos.
What watch are you wearing? and just FYI, as someone who loves screw locks (twisty) it's a muscle memory thing. Once you're used to them they're super fast and I much prefer them to flip locks. But I know it's a personal preference thing.
Kai You should definitely do a quick "WATCH OF THE DAY" in some video. I saw you wearing the coke GMT, the speedmaster and some other watches. Can tell you have a great taste for watches too! I am a big watch guy and loves photography.
Adding a bag to the tripod to weigh it down sounds great, but does not work in windy conditions - the bag is likely to swing around and make the tripod less stable. You could, of course use a bungy cord between the bag hook and a tent peg...
Kai I thought you were a little unsure of your vlogging style coming off your split with Rev. It's understandable after all those years working in with Lok and using the same format. However, your recent videos have been really fun and you're clearly getting comfortable as a 1 man show (on your vlog). Great job!
Given what you said about speed then, is there a reason why you use the Gitzo and not for example the manfrotto befree live that you compared it against?
That was priceless! Just comparing two travel tripods now - Manfrotto BeFree vs. Manfrotto Elements Big. There are pluses and minuses for both but I think practice is needed to figure out which one will do the job. Befree is lighter and uses the Manfrotto RC 2 plate but Elements may be more versatile and uses the Arca Swiss QR system . I got a great deal on the Befree so the price is not a factor in this case. Kai, in another video you said that a center hook may not be the best as a camera bag loaded on could sway in the wind. My Befree does not have the hook but the Elements Big does. Is that a deal breaker? I would appreciate hearing anybody's thoughts on either of these tripods. I enjoyed this video even more on second viewing!
Can't believe you didn't mention the Arca Swiss C1 Cube. Just the Geared Head puns alone are worth it. Plus it's an interesting piece of gear that not a lot of people have heard of or are in need of, but blisteringly expensive enough for a clickbait title.
I really wish reviewers as yourself should do an honest look at the JOBY mini tripods. The plastic ones seem to have so many issues after a modest amount of use. I think it is unfair to keep these on the market if the product has a tendency to have the ball joints disassemble or parts crack from modest use. FOR ME the most important thing for a tripod or any camera product is CUSTOMER SUPPORT. Recently had LOWEPRO replace an entire bag because the top lid with the handle did not have enough rigidity to hold the weight. AMAZING service. Manfrotto seems quite good but they seem to lack international warranty. If there is ONE job that means you travel alot it is video and photography... If you are forced to get service locally and you are 2000 KMS from home there is not much point in buying that product in my opinion. CUSTOMER SERVICE AND SUPPORT MAKES A GREAT TRIPOD.
Jeeeez Kai must have a hefty bank balance, Most expensive tripod, Sony A9, A6500 casually in the background, Zeiss glass, (On DRTV they were from stock or sponsored but since going solo I bet he bought them all himself)
Kai !!!! Maybe next time Lee Way should be the one that doing the show for one episode LOL :)), good old photograhy sketch! #wink #winkyface #teletubbies
I've never seen such a slow set up with twist locks, I fancy I could match that Manfrotto time without much effort. Maybe your gitzo doesn't have 1/4 twist locks like most
One time I was filming an airshow, and I was using a lightweight tripod with a heavy Nikon, and I fell onto someone's chest. Thank goodness the person was fine, along with the camera. I wish my very sturdy Vivitar tripod's panhandle never broke off because I'd have used the Vivitar instead...
The manfrotto befree live, I am considering to get it but is it stable with my rig canon 80D with a sigma 18-35mm art lens? And how is the build quality like? Please reply kai, Thanks
Oh come on Kai... how many turns did you over-rotate those twist locks in order to win that ridiculously over-baked "race" with the lever-locks? :) Quarter turn to unlock, quarter turn to re-lock. No more complex or time consuming than the levers.
Hmm... Looks like the best combo is the Manfrotto tripod with the Gitzo ball head. Depends on price,I guess. I'll have to see if the Gitzo head is cheaper than the Manfrotto equivalent. My Tiltall alloy tripod is nice, but it's got the twisty kind of locks, so it is bumbly to set up. I have a smaller, older, Cambo ball head. Nice, but could be impreoved. Please tell Li Wei and Wan Ka I said Zaijian!
Love your videos! Do you recommend any professional tripod brands for stills from Mainland China that could be purchased on AliExpress or Taobao? I live in the US and prices for a professional tripod are insane. Thanks
hi kai , could you do a small budget video camera setup ? im stuck between a couple canon 70d or lumix g7 , is there another i should be looking at ?? im looking at ebay prices not shop prices
I've been thinking about getting a new tripod, since mines a cheap light one (that isn't even made anymore) but I'm curious what you think about the tripods that use the pistol type grips?
Always gotta make sure you can quickly Lok up the tripod
What how did I got dragged into this?
I miss DRTV. Remember when Kai broke the Gitzo by kicking a football at it and was only allowed to use cheap ones after that?
I laughed a good while at that
Lok Cheung is it weird that I read out your comment in my mind with your accent? xD
this is quality content, he always had his own unique style at drtv but now on his own channel it can flourish like never before
Here's the traveller set-up: the Gitzo GT0545T Series 0 was discontinued...
But pre-order it's replacement (the GIGT0545T Series 0) for $680:
www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1328230-REG/gitzo_gt0545tus_traveler_tripod_ser_0_4s.html
Don't forget the $320 ball head:
www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1175122-REG/gitzo_gh1382tqd_series_1_traveler.html
Only 1290g and $1000 USD...
What more could you ask for in life?
The highest with a head and a camera is just about the height of eyebrows... what gives
Li Wei says "Ni Hao!"
Thought only the unemployed are awake at this time?!
Jonathan Groggins I'm at work. But I get that a lot 😂
I make UA-cam videos, which is on a similar level.
What do you mean by "nihao"?
Kai W hello li wei wank a
Good one. I wasn't prepared for the Li Wei joke, ended actually laughing audibly in starbucks. Also coffee spray.
when that plate of jelly went over i would have been pissed and not like pissed as happy drunk but pissed as mad that it went over. but good for you not being mad. that had to be the funnest thing you have done for some time man. keep up the good work.
One of your most slickly produced videos to date - nice work!
Totally agree with you on the Twist Lock vs Flip Locks. No matter how good the stability, I will never buy another twist lock again for exactly the reasons you nicely demonstrated at 3:52.
It's not a proper video unless he makes a mess.
Great content. Keep 'em coming!
Just inherited a Cullman Magic 2, a 1980s full size, all aluminium tripod that converts into a monopod. Comes with an all-steel ball head. The Magic part is that it folds flat. I can get the Magic 2, a lens-mounted A7r and a spare zoom in my Billingham Hadley Pro easily. Now that's magic! Worth hunting down.
Kai you make me become a tripod when you upload
Chunkxchunk Your only straight when Kai uploads???
Chunkxchunk you suddenly get a third leg?
Ni hao ma, those tripods are over $500. jibai la.
A. Haikal Ruslan kah3 .. ade "la" kat hujung tu mesti malaysian
The la gives it away, Malaysian!!!
Half Malaysian, but yeah. I'm residing in the US currently. Used to live in Penang.
Malaysian spotted
rasta lik lau penang
yellow Futura.... Wes Anderson is that you
Love the explanation on which tripods are best for photography and video!
Kai you are always so entertaining. Keep it going man.
I think Li Wei needs his own channel! :D
Why
Your gitzo combo is expensivo. With a little more money, I could get a fuji xt-2.
My two cents: don't spend more than 200 USD on a tripod, bring something to weigh it down, and get a remote for your camera. Unless, of course, you have a ton of cash to spend on a gitzo. Then go ahead, spend away.
Haha, I said the same thing about the Gitzo name not rolling off the tongue very good, but is a solid tripod. Nicely done.
Informative and entertaining! Awesome video Kai, keep it up!
I’ve got a nearly 45 year old Gitzo Gilux that seems to fit the bill alright. Quite overbuilt and stable indeed..
dude I don't care about tripods, I watch your vids for your jokes. keep up the fun work!
Hilarious Kai! Love the socks and pants, adorable. The jello falling off is the greatest and then it falling out of your mouth! 5, 6, 7, whatever...second rule :-) Love your videos.
What watch are you wearing?
and just FYI, as someone who loves screw locks (twisty) it's a muscle memory thing. Once you're used to them they're super fast and I much prefer them to flip locks. But I know it's a personal preference thing.
5 things that make a great tripod:
1) leg
2) leg
3) leg
4) head
5) ???
Jessi Lloyd, hook. Don't worry, you can take it again next semester.
5) Weight
Hahaha 1
5) Quick Release Plate
hole
5 second rule...
probably just rise it off.
That looks like a great little tripod.
I've been looking for something like this.
thanks
4:37 Manfroto failing the critical "can it balance a plate of jelly" test.
Kai You should definitely do a quick "WATCH OF THE DAY" in some video. I saw you wearing the coke GMT, the speedmaster and some other watches. Can tell you have a great taste for watches too! I am a big watch guy and loves photography.
Nice to see new stuff from you, Kai!
Lmao. Jelly went everywhere Where's the cat? Can the cat eat it?
Gotta love the tripod! We will often even use them underwater :)
Adding a bag to the tripod to weigh it down sounds great, but does not work in windy conditions - the bag is likely to swing around and make the tripod less stable. You could, of course use a bungy cord between the bag hook and a tent peg...
i just found your channel and i used to love you on rev tv... even though i am not a photographer of your level i just like you for being you
Kai I thought you were a little unsure of your vlogging style coming off your split with Rev. It's understandable after all those years working in with Lok and using the same format. However, your recent videos have been really fun and you're clearly getting comfortable as a 1 man show (on your vlog). Great job!
Thank you for making these videos, they have really helped me and my wife with learning how to shoot!
thats some proper advice with the twist lock things. they take forever to put together and god I miss my tab thing tripod
Always awesome videos! You da best Kai
A big THUMBS UP. Entertaining and very informative at the same time. Well done and thanks.
I just got me a manfrotto xtra - also your hair is looking great!
Always enjoyable to watch; question about the manfotto- did you replace the head that came with the befree? Cheers!
Given what you said about speed then, is there a reason why you use the Gitzo and not for example the manfrotto befree live that you compared it against?
That was priceless! Just comparing two travel tripods now - Manfrotto BeFree vs. Manfrotto Elements Big. There are pluses and minuses for both but I think practice is needed to figure out which one will do the job. Befree is lighter and uses the Manfrotto RC 2 plate but Elements may be more versatile and uses the Arca Swiss QR system . I got a great deal on the Befree so the price is not a factor in this case.
Kai, in another video you said that a center hook may not be the best as a camera bag loaded on could sway in the wind. My Befree does not have the hook but the Elements Big does. Is that a deal breaker? I would appreciate hearing anybody's thoughts on either of these tripods.
I enjoyed this video even more on second viewing!
The jello couldn't take it anymore. lol
Your making way better videos then you used to and this is great!
Kai wouldn't be Kai if he didn't drop something. Glad it was not expensive this time.
I need more Kai attempting to speak Mandarin in my life.
Can't believe you didn't mention the Arca Swiss C1 Cube. Just the Geared Head puns alone are worth it. Plus it's an interesting piece of gear that not a lot of people have heard of or are in need of, but blisteringly expensive enough for a clickbait title.
Your videos are killing me. Keep an amazing work man. :)
Always good and amusing but this one is especially cracks me up.
You should review the Sheikah Slate Camera. Tell us how good it is for street photography and landscape.
I really wish reviewers as yourself should do an honest look at the JOBY mini tripods. The plastic ones seem to have so many issues after a modest amount of use. I think it is unfair to keep these on the market if the product has a tendency to have the ball joints disassemble or parts crack from modest use.
FOR ME the most important thing for a tripod or any camera product is CUSTOMER SUPPORT. Recently had LOWEPRO replace an entire bag because the top lid with the handle did not have enough rigidity to hold the weight. AMAZING service.
Manfrotto seems quite good but they seem to lack international warranty. If there is ONE job that means you travel alot it is video and photography... If you are forced to get service locally and you are 2000 KMS from home there is not much point in buying that product in my opinion. CUSTOMER SERVICE AND SUPPORT MAKES A GREAT TRIPOD.
Kai, one thing we don't want is a TIP TOP tripod.
Jeeeez Kai must have a hefty bank balance, Most expensive tripod, Sony A9, A6500 casually in the background, Zeiss glass, (On DRTV they were from stock or sponsored but since going solo I bet he bought them all himself)
Loving those Jell-o shots!
Another top quality vid my dude
Great work Kai. Entertaining and helpful video.
thumbs up if you rarely saw Kai not messing up his life with his butterfingers
Good call including the jelly blooper.
Kai !!!! Maybe next time Lee Way should be the one that doing the show for one episode LOL :)), good old photograhy sketch! #wink #winkyface #teletubbies
Mmm. Nice socks.
Imposter! The real Kai would have found a way for that jelly to land in an open camera body. :)
Li Wei says #goodHead :)
Kai my guy has his own channel, how did i miss it
I've never seen such a slow set up with twist locks, I fancy I could match that Manfrotto time without much effort. Maybe your gitzo doesn't have 1/4 twist locks like most
RIP DIGITALREV
I got my first tripod and it is an Digipod have you tested one? it has same extensionthingy like the Manfrotto!!
One time I was filming an airshow, and I was using a lightweight tripod with a heavy Nikon, and I fell onto someone's chest. Thank goodness the person was fine, along with the camera. I wish my very sturdy Vivitar tripod's panhandle never broke off because I'd have used the Vivitar instead...
4:57 we finally see Kai cleaning up after himself
Gosh the Gitzo is just beautiful. Its expensive but its just money right😂
The manfrotto befree live, I am considering to get it but is it stable with my rig canon 80D with a sigma 18-35mm art lens? And how is the build quality like? Please reply kai, Thanks
Oh come on Kai... how many turns did you over-rotate those twist locks in order to win that ridiculously over-baked "race" with the lever-locks? :) Quarter turn to unlock, quarter turn to re-lock. No more complex or time consuming than the levers.
A leveling base is a great addition.
i got a cheap Camlink the other day its my favourite one to date only a tenner secondhand think about 48 quid new, so light and quick n easy to set up
Left me with a smile on my face. Cheers
The manfrotto might be quicker, but at the end of the day, you still end up with a manfrotto, when you could’ve gotten a gitzo.
🤣 Thoroughly entertaining! You crack me up. My Gitzo Traveler is set up with an Acratech GPss
Love the new vids Kai!
Manfrotto Neotec 548B is likely the fastest deploy DSLR tripod ever made. Pull to extend. Push one button to retract.
Great video, such nice content it contains jelly flows and green fields of temporary light
Love your videos they're so cool original and honest! :D
Production on the up !! Great stuff, ty - Tim
how long does it take to do a video. What equipment are you using
Who needs that tripod if it cannot hold your jello
This is what happens when things go wong with Vodka jelly Lol
I laughed so much when i saw the price of the Gitzo Series 0 Traveller...
in a word.. foba
still looking into 'hands free camera removal' *this is not a crime*
Hmm... Looks like the best combo is the Manfrotto tripod with the Gitzo ball head.
Depends on price,I guess. I'll have to see if the Gitzo head is cheaper than the Manfrotto equivalent. My Tiltall alloy tripod is nice, but it's got the twisty kind of locks, so it is bumbly to set up.
I have a smaller, older, Cambo ball head. Nice, but could be impreoved.
Please tell Li Wei and Wan Ka I said Zaijian!
"as comfortable as a hernia"... this is like an informative comedy channel
HAHAHAHA loved that Li Wei (Leeway) joke
Love your videos! Do you recommend any professional tripod brands for stills from Mainland China that could be purchased on AliExpress or Taobao? I live in the US and prices for a professional tripod are insane.
Thanks
hi kai , could you do a small budget video camera setup ? im stuck between a couple canon 70d or lumix g7 , is there another i should be looking at ?? im looking at ebay prices not shop prices
"Shutter sound rather than Beep when you say bad words" ahahah
I've been thinking about getting a new tripod, since mines a cheap light one (that isn't even made anymore) but I'm curious what you think about the tripods that use the pistol type grips?
All I wanted to know about tripods and was that a giant jelly shot or what :D
i should do that in public whenever i swear just press the shutter... good idea, i think that'll save me a few reprimands at work..
IWC watch?? and a Rolex every now and then, no wonder why Kai constantly treats gear like disposable toys, anyway I still love your videos.
Things that make tri pod tripods
Pro media Gear Tripods seem excellent value for the features and quality you get.
Hey, don’t throw away that jello…it’s still good. Just a little rinse and we’re off to the dinner table.
PLEASE make a video on your process for making videos
Do you write scripts?
or are you just clever on the spot?
your voice is amazingly deep