Can this be used without a tripod head? i mean can i put the camera directly over the slider?
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Yes you can use without tripod head. But you can scratch you canera. You can use a simple balljoint head And is so cheap like 7 or 10 dollars.
1688964
Yea all you have to do is screw the camera in on top of the slider. No tripod piece is needed.
1688965
Hi. The screw on the slider is to large for the camera. Plus if I did for the camera to the slider direct you will not be able to adjust the camera up, down, or pan as you slide. I would not in any way sugest using any slider or crane with a head.
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Negative, it cannot function well without a ball head or traditional tripodhead
1688967
Yeah, it comes with an adapter screw thread that makes it work without a tripod head. But i would strongly suggest using it with a tripod head. Otherwise the camera is only stuck in one position on the slider and it's direction is determined by where the thread of the screw stops. So this can make it very hard to set up your shot.
1688968
Yes, this CAN be used with out a tripod head although it would be better to use a head for easier angles. (Almost a year later, lol)
1688969
Yes, the slider can be used with or without a tripod head. Make sure to keep the track very clean before using it. Also, make sure you use some kind of lubrication on the track like WD40. This is a super small slider and it looks even smaller through a camera, so don't expect an amazing tracking shot. It's not bad, just not long enough.
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Yes, you can. But then, you can't move the camera like pan or tilt, just on the trail.
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This is a bowl head tripod, so it can only be used with legs designed to accept a bowl head. It can not be used on a slider.
732830
Yes, a head is required to mount a camera to this tripod, this tripod does not come with a head. You can choose from many different Manfrotto heads depending on your needs and preferences.
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the slider has a 1/4-20 threaded hole that will mount directly to the tripod head or plate. If using the 30" or longer with a heavier DSLR or video camera you should use another support on one end.
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No reason not to, I don't, but the head is reversible, can hang down, so could get close. My only criticism of the tripod is the head, once released it flops, making panning almost impossible.
967604
Sorry, but I'm not sure. I'd use the Joby 3-Way Camera for a wile and than I have changed my camera for a new one. I had no opportunity to try to mount it on a tripod.
487103
This slider does not come with a tripod. It can be mounted on 1 or 2 tripods.
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Yes as long as you have the quick release plate. Without that plate the dslr cannot be attached to the head.
1949783
yes you can as long it (the tripod) is wrapped around a pole or object. the camera cannot be vertical with the tripod standing.
1930334
Yes you can. In fact in my experience it works better by attaching it to a tripod.
508606
Yes, just put the mounting plate on top of the tripod and then put this on top....that's how i set it up on my slider cam, love this product...
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It attaches to a tripod just like a camera would. It has one threaded hole and another smooth hole, they are the same placement a camera does. Also use a real beefy tripod the weight shifts alot and can cause the tripod to flex when the camera slides towards the ends of the slider. I imagine no matter what slider you use you will need a solid tripod along with a solid tripod head. I guess if you were a DIY type of person you could unscrew the 2 screws on the underside of the slider and make your own for a more solid mount if one screw point doesn't fit your needs.
213108
Yes you can. I prefer using this ball head over a tripod head. I think you will really like it once you get comfortable with it.
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I just use a regular tripod, but my slider isn't completely rock solid either; it is, however, stable enough to use. If you have another tripod, you could attach one on either side of the slider, which would keep it really steady. I also take my pan head off of the tripod, so there's no wiggle room coming from the quick release plate - i just attach it directly to the screw coming out of the tripod.
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The slider has several 1/4 20 mounting threads. You can mount it to your tripod via a quick release plate. ( though it must be a heavy duty one so as to no have it wobble) additionally, you can remove the head altogether and mount directly to the tripod legs unless you are using a bowl mount tripod. Then you would need an additional adapter. Though, the short answer is yes. You can mount it to most tripods out of the box using the central 1/4 20 or 3/8 mount. However, I do recommend a strong metal head as the weight of your camera on one end will cause it to wobble if not well secured. Hope this helps! The slider has several 1/4 20 mounting threads. You can mount it to your tripod via a quick release plate. ( though it must be a heavy duty one so as to no have it wobble) additionally, you can remove the head altogether and mount directly to the tripod legs unless you are using a bowl mount tripod. Then you would need an additional adapter. Though, the short answer is yes. You can mount it to most tripods out of the box using the central 1/4 20 or 3/8 mount. However, I do recommend a strong metal head as the weight of your camera on one end will cause it to wobble if not well secured. Hope... » Read More The slider has several 1/4 20 mounting threads. You can mount it to your tripod via a quick release plate. ( though it must be a heavy duty one so as to no have it wobble) additionally, you can remove the head altogether and mount directly to the tripod legs unless you are using a bowl mount tripod. Then you would need an additional adapter. Though, the short answer is yes. You can mount it to most tripods out of the box using the central 1/4 20 or 3/8 mount. However, I do recommend a strong metal head as the weight of your camera on one end will cause it to wobble if not well secured. Hope this helps! « Show Less
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The plates aren't based on the tripod. You have to buy a head separately. That should come with a couple of plates. This tripod isn't intended to be connected to the camera directly. Any Manfrotto ball head would work perfect and they sell these legs with different heads as a combo package.
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You will need a tripod head, when we got our slider I purchased a 701HDv Manfrotto head. But you can purchase any of the video heads from Amazon and they will work. If you already have a video tripod you can probably pull the head from it and mount it to the slider.