Is this long enough for most uses, or would you recommend getting something like a 60"? My concern is that it can only do quick shots.
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It's a matter of personal preference I guess. A 60" seemed like a waste to me since I won't be holding that long on a shot to make use of that much track (I'm using it for video). My other consideration was portability and ease of use in tight spaces. Doing a sliding shot in a confined area won't be easy with a 60", but it's a snap with a 32". However, if you're a time-lapse photographer working in open spaces, a 60" track might make sense. Hope this helps.
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The length of travel seems pretty standard to me for most shoots. I do however find myself at times wishing It where a bit longer so a 60" may work best for you. Plus this version does not hold a lot of weight. Example. My 5dmkiii with extended life battery grip plus lense seems to bend the slider when the camera is fully extended to either side while the slider is mounted on a tripod. If you plan on using a similar setup especially in a 60" length, Opt for the next level up slider, The k5.Hope this helped.
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I got this slider because I figured anything shorter would be too short. It's long enough for me to put it on a single tripod and get quick setup and go shots and can get some good movement out of it. It has been great for what I use it for which is a local TV show for b-roll shots.
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It has served my purposes very well in short to medium slides. I would say I wanted something that could do most slides and be super portable, cuz I do weddings. If you want big moves, get the 60, but I've found the 60 abut extreme for most shoots. This one had worked perfect for my used. And for that rare time I want longer, I just change my focal length to make it seem longer:)
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I use it all the time. In most cases there is plenty of length to it. I've found longer one's to be harder for a one man band operation.
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In my line of work, weddings, commercial stuff, etc... it has worked quite well. I only need short movements and this has worked every time for me. I guess it really determines on what exactly you are shooting.... a very good product though.
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In my experience, this is plenty long. As long as you're not actually trying to do a legit tracking shot, this is plenty of motion for a scene. I use it mainly as a mood enhancer in dramatic scenes, to liven up what would otherwise be a stagnant shot. Plus, the bonus of this is that it's pretty portable (comes with a great little padded carrying case that's about the same length as a typical tripod bag) - which means you're not carrying something HUGE with you every time you want some movement in your scene. Hope this helped!
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Since this slider is so light and simply constructed, I found this size the best for mounting on tripod head and using long lens to create paralax movement for b cam cu durimg interviews. I have the four ft as well, but its too awkward to balance weight and be effective, even with stands. I use it only for timelapse with the syrp genie. If you want longer movement dolly shots with pan control, I think the dana dolly is the only solution I can trully recommend. This slider is only effective with a length under 3 ft.
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I don't know about the lengths, but I do know that mine fell apart in about 2 minutes, almost dropping my Speedlite 580 to the floor. I doubt you'll find a longer cord, as most flashes can be set to remote fire in sync with your camera flash.
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I'm 5'-11" and if I extend the legs and the center to their absolute maximum reaches, I can look through my viewfinder while standing stright up. Of course that's inside the house on an absolutely level floor. If your 6'-4" you'd need to lean over a little bit. Plus you need to consider outdoor photography on less than perfectly level ground, causing you to lean over even more. I'd say a tripod would need about 12" more "reach" for you to use it comfortably. I'd say, No, it won't work for you. You might try to research the Vanguard website because the 264AT is absolutely awesome for my uses. I'm 5'-11" and if I extend the legs and the center to their absolute maximum reaches, I can look through my viewfinder while standing stright up. Of course that's inside the house on an absolutely level floor. If your 6'-4" you'd need to lean over a little bit. Plus you need to consider outdoor photography on less than perfectly level ground, causing you to lean over even more. I'd say a tripod would need about 12" more "reach" for you to use it comfortably. I'd say, No, it won't work for you. You might try to research the Vanguard website because the 264AT is... » Read More I'm 5'-11" and if I extend the legs and the center to their absolute maximum reaches, I can look through my viewfinder while standing stright up. Of course that's inside the house on an absolutely level floor. If your 6'-4" you'd need to lean over a little bit. Plus you need to consider outdoor photography on less than perfectly level ground, causing you to lean over even more. I'd say a tripod would need about 12" more "reach" for you to use it comfortably. I'd say, No, it won't work for you. You might try to research the Vanguard website because the 264AT is absolutely awesome for my uses. « Show Less
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I question the size when you're playing a Move or Sharpshooter game. 24" is fine when you're doing normal table top gaming, but with the extra distance the Move requires, you obviously have to be further back.
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check out youtube videos.dont want to waste. shot other models they have a six to ten foot spray more of a stream.
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It shoots pretty well for such a stiff trigger. I use it for practicing snap shooting from about 10 to 20 feet. Shoots a long time on a cartridge, which loads into the pull down back strap. Well thought out except for hard to see sights and long stiff trigger pull. Painted my sights white, but mostly use point and shoot method.
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The Barska is almost 2' long. Not exactly the easiest to carry around however for range spotting purposes, just mount it on a sturdy camera tripod and it does its job. With my failing eyesight, I can still make out .223 shots on paper at 200 yds.
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I have a Slik Mini-Pro V for this scope. It's okay for target shooting if you make sure that one of the legs is aligned under the scope; the center of gravity of the scope is a bit forward of the tripod shoe, so most of the small table-top tripods are not wide enough to support the scope. This is my only complaint so far.
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I have shot about 7-8 hours and so far it seems to work fine. Battery charge lasts a little bit over an hour. Not great for small spaces, zoom great. Quality is good, not excellent, but for most purposes should be fine.
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Use the longer mode for most shots. The short focus mode (9 ft or so) seeks like crazy and can be a lot of trouble. The lens operates best at 30ft or so. It is sharp as a tack and fast as hell on focusing. The short range is only good for real closeups. Other than that, leave it in the longer range.
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This awesome Monopod is 23" long & has a nice bag to protect it & keep it dust free. Any attachment you screw onto the end will make it longer, obviously
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The standard Case will go I believe up to 140 feet or just around there. Though I have not dove with mine there are lots of videos on youtube and some really great footage. One drawback is that in the higher megapixel settings there tends to be a fish eye effect which can be corrected is video editing software however if you would like to avoid that entirely just shoot in a lower resolution setting. Though the unit is HD chances are you will not need to shoot in that high of a resolution unless your shooting for TV non internet applications.
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Pretty good. I don't use it for sports where I need quick follow up. I also have not tried quick follow up flash. I do notice when a camera is slower than reasonable between shots but I had no complaints. I actually bought this because my son has one which he really likes. He would definitely complain if it was slow between shots. He likes his and I have really liked mine. Just get an extra battery or two. Amazon for under $10. Hope that helps
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Yes, it works well for our son who is smaller than yours. My husband also has shot it and he is about 6'. It isn't overly powerful for a beginner.
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From what I have been reading, unless you are hunting where you are shooting in steep up or down angles the compensated distance is only a couple of yards different from true horizontal distance. I hunt western pa so either model would work. There is a rebate on the tilt one and maybe all Simmons. B sure to check it out
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I've taken short vids. I've not tried long ones. There are two things limiting videos - battery and SD cardsize. My 8 gb card gives stores about 30 minutes at the default. The battery dies fairly quickly as well. As far as action or POV, if you can figure out how to mount it, why not? The camera has a 1/4-20 mounting thread. Or there's always duct tape :)
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Your main limitation is going to be power. I have shot over an hour continuously while plugged in with an optional AC adapter. Have not shot 3-4 hours continuously yet but I don't see that as being a problem when plugged in.