Zen Tilt
Jun 20, 2017 02:05:13 #
has anyone ever heard of this or do you own one? If you own one do you like it. Zentilt.help@gmail.com
Jun 20, 2017 02:16:33 #
Jun 20, 2017 04:24:25 #
The original Flextilt Head was made by an American company called edelkrone.
They have a new model out, the Flextilt Head 2:
http://www.edelkrone.com/p/236/flextilt-head-2
Only available in the US, tried to purchase one from an American Photo retailer, but they were
not interested and did not respond!
They have a new model out, the Flextilt Head 2:
http://www.edelkrone.com/p/236/flextilt-head-2
Only available in the US, tried to purchase one from an American Photo retailer, but they were
not interested and did not respond!
Jun 20, 2017 05:02:36 #
The Edelkrone unit looks like it _might_ be made well enough to hold an expensive camera and lens, but would still caution using it only with very close supervision and carefully observing the 5.5 pound weight limitation spec. I have seen 3-4 similar versions of this 'tilting head' advertised on eBay from unspecified Asian locations with very limited info as to how to reach the vendor if you experience a problem - that would be a serious 'red flag' warning me to stay away.
Thank you for for the link, Leicaflex. /Ralph
Thank you for for the link, Leicaflex. /Ralph
Jun 21, 2017 06:42:59 #
the hiker wrote:
this is a adjustable tripod head make by Zen Pro.
Someone posted about the FlexTilt head a few weeks ago, but a Search didn't find it. It looks like a clever product, but I don't see any need it would fill for me - for $149.
Jun 21, 2017 07:24:20 #
FRAUD! (shopishop.co) DO NOT BUY FROM THIS COMPANY! I ordered a zentilt from them on 5/25/17, never received IT. After numerous calls to their fake 800# & an email, I disputed it with my credit card Co. and received a refund
Jun 21, 2017 07:39:48 #
DaveC
Loc: Illinois
Even assuming that it works as they show, (and some comments say it doesn't,) I don't see anything it can do that a ball head won't. Plus, it doesn't appear that it will rotate.
Jun 21, 2017 08:54:13 #
the hiker wrote:
has anyone ever heard of this or do you own one? If you own one do you like it. Zentilt.help@gmail.com
Just remember, the higher you raise your camera above where the tripod's legs join, the more unstable the camera...it's like using the central extension rod...which should NEVER be used for the same reason!
Dave
Jun 21, 2017 09:02:08 #
Uuglypher wrote:
Just remember, the higher you raise your camera above where the tripod's legs join, the more unstable the camera...it's like using the central extension rod...which should NEVER be used for the same reason!
Dave
Dave
Like some tripods that have that center column - use with care!
Jun 21, 2017 09:47:05 #
I think the money would better be spent on a nice ball head system. You can get the heaviest duty Sirui ball head for about $150 and it will support much more than 6 pounds of equipment securely.
Best,
Todd Ferguson
Best,
Todd Ferguson
Jun 21, 2017 09:51:36 #
The main issue I see is that I need to be able to quickly change from landscape to portrait. Not a problem with my big lenses with tripod collars, but on a 24-70, I would have to use an L bracket, where it's easier to just use a ball head and do a quarter turn of a knob, move the ball head into the "slot" and tighten the knob.
The big difference is if you use a cheap ballhead, you won't appreciate it. They tend to "drift" too much. A good quality ballhead will be steady as a rock. You do get what you pay for.
my 2 cents. Your style may not need to change from landscape to portrait, but it is something to consider.
The big difference is if you use a cheap ballhead, you won't appreciate it. They tend to "drift" too much. A good quality ballhead will be steady as a rock. You do get what you pay for.
my 2 cents. Your style may not need to change from landscape to portrait, but it is something to consider.
Jun 21, 2017 10:02:28 #
DaveC
Loc: Illinois
On top of all that, a "Z" configuration is inherently weak. It's effectively multiple cantilevers. Hinges just add to the flexibility. You want support directly underneath the camera.
Jun 21, 2017 10:05:26 #
Jun 21, 2017 12:43:57 #
i ordered one and kept it one day. my ball head can do everything faster and better.
Jun 21, 2017 15:40:39 #
Personally I overall prefer a pano Gimbal to even a great ball head in most situations as the ball head you have to be careful about the lens and camera flopping unexpectedly. This is not a problem with a Pano Gimbal...at least for me. The design of this unit just seems very weak, yet it makes for a good looking advertisement. I would not risk an expensive camera or lens on it... Go with a quality ball head as minimum if you value your equipment.
Best,
Todd Ferguson
Best,
Todd Ferguson
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