Topic: Need a tall tripod

[Voltage]

I need to get a tall tripod for my video camera.  Something that will go high enough to shoot over everyones heads.  Does anyone in here have any suggestions?

[flipp]

I suggest you search ts for "light stand", lots of posts, some with links. Light stands are what many of us use for mic stands. Add whatever type head you want and you'll be good to go.

[adrianf74]

+1 to what flipp just said.  We're all using light stands around these parts.  Any small videocamera should easily be manageable on a medium duty stand with the appropriate adapters.

[ArchivalAudio]

or do like I did an get this- it goes way above head , and is super stable
http://www.adorama.com/TFTPVF12.html

Davis & Sanford Provista Heavy Duty Tripod with F12 Fluid Pan Head & Case

Tripod Legs   Specifications
Max Height w/closed column   78" - Centerpost adjustment 15"
Minimum Height   31"
Closed Length   34"
Leg Sections   3
Max Load Capacity   25 lbs. (tripod)
Weight   9 lbs.
Tripod Head   Specifications
Max load Capacity   12 lbs.
Head height   4"
Quick Release   Yes
Spirit Level   No
Female Thread size (Connect to Tripod)   3/8"-16
Weight   1 lb. 14 oz.
Notes   Tilt Adjustment: 90° up, 90° down
Pan Rotation: 360°
Platform Size: 2 x 2-1/2"
    

[splumer]

I concur. I do video professionally, and taller tripods will have a MUCH larger footprint, which won't work for obvious reasons. I record audio, but also like to take stills, and I usually use a Gorillapod, wrapped around my mic stand. That might be something to consider, too, as long as you're not panning and tilting.

[bt2002]

Hi

I use a Manfrotto 536

works great