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Daiwa / Slik DST-73 Broadcast Tripod with Fluid Video Head
- Price: $399.95
- Free Shipping (USA)
- In Stock
- B&H # DADST73
- Mfr# DST-73
Product Highlights
- 3-stage Leg Section / All-metal Head
- Load Capacity - 15 lb (7 kg)
- Die-cast Aluminum Construction
- 75mm Ball Base with True-fluid Pan Head
- Single Bubble Leveler with LED Light
- Quick Release Plate
- Tilt Angles +80° to -90°
- Built-in Mid-level Spreader
- Dual-rails on the Upper Stage of Legs
- Case Included
The Daiwa/Slik DST-73 Broadcast Tripod with Fluid Video Head features a 3-stage leg section and an all-metal head, and a maximum load capacity of 15 lb (7 kg). The professional-quality tripod made from die-cast aluminum features a 75mm ball base with a true-fluid pan head. Featuring an LED light, the single bubble leveler of the tripod allows you to adjust the camera's level even in low-light conditions. When activated, the LED light illuminates the leveler for about 20 seconds.
Equipped with 2 handle mounts on both sides, the DST-73 Broadcast Tripod head can accommodate 2 pan bars. A long-side quick release plate allows you to easily mount and dismount your camera. The tripod head is equipped with a counterbalance mechanism and offers +80° to -90° tilt angles.
A built-in mid-level spreader holds the tripod legs in position and allows it to be set up on uneven grounds. Featuring dual-rails on the upper stage, the 3-stage legs add stability and prevent snap-back at the end of panning movements. The DST-73 Broadcast Tripod has a design that resists twisting of its legs.
- 3-stage leg section and all-metal head
- Suitable for use with professional compact HD video cameras weighing up to 15 lb (7 kg)
- Die-cast aluminum construction
- 75mm ball base with true-fluid pan head
- Single bubble leveler with LED light for camera leveling in low-light conditions
- LED light illuminates the leveler for about 20 seconds
- 1 pan bar included
- 2 handle mounts at both sides of the head for accommodating 2 pan bars
- Long-side quick release plate for easy mounting and dismounting of the camera
- Counterbalance mechanism
- Offers +80° to -90° tilt angles
- Built-in mid-level spreader to hold the tripod legs in position and allow setting up the tripod on uneven grounds
- Compatible with FL-9 floor spreader and foot pads
- Dual-rails on the upper stage of the 3-stage legs add stability and prevent snap-back at the end of panning movements
- Twist-resistant legs
| General | |
|---|---|
| Load Capacity | 8.8-15 lb (4-7 kg) |
| Maximum Height | 62.36" (1,584mm) |
| Folded Length | 32.1" (815mm) |
| Leveling Bubble/Illuminated | Yes, battery illuminated for 20 sec. |
| Weight | 10.36 lb (4,700 g) |
| Head | |
|---|---|
| Tilt Range | +80° to -90° |
| Pan Range | 360º |
| Legs | |
|---|---|
| Material | Die-cast aluminum |
| Leg Stages/Sections | 3-stage |
| Leg Lock Type | Lever mechanism |
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REVIEWS
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Pros
- Folds Small
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Stabilization
Comments about Daiwa / Slik DST-73 Broadcast Tripod with Fluid Video Head:
I think this is the most afordable fluid video head for profesional work. The way this fluid head works it´s almost like others expensive heads. Very goo ´´tilt´´ and ´´pan´´.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Footing
- Locks In Tight
- Smooth Movement
Cons
- Poor quality control
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Outdoors
Comments about Daiwa / Slik DST-73 Broadcast Tripod with Fluid Video Head:
The tripod is solidly built and very easy to use, but there are some issues. These could be a one-off, but it's a critical issue. The level would appear to have been installed incorrectly. When the bubble is centered the head is leaning to the right. I'm having to use a separate level to make sure the head is positioned correctly. For the [$] price I would expect a little better.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easily Adjusted
- Locks In Tight
- Smooth Movement
- Stable
Cons
- Heavy
- Spare parts hard to find
Best Uses
- Film
- Landscape/Scenery
- Narrative
- Sports/Action
- Video
Comments about Daiwa / Slik DST-73 Broadcast Tripod with Fluid Video Head:
I use this tripod for video and shortfilm production with digital cameras of different sizes. Even with the heavier rig with all accessories including monitor, hdd DVR, mattebox followfocus etc. the fluid head works nicely.
I am very happy with the head and the legs. The fluid head motion is very smooth out performing anything I have tried in this pricerange. All the knobs and buttons are easy to use and work well. As a bonus it has illuminated bubble level.
It is a bit heavy combination but then again very sturdy and smooth for the price.
Only thing I am a bit unsatisfied with is the fact that it is very hard or impossible to find spare/replacement quick release plates for this head.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 3 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Was this a gift?:
- No (3)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 3 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-3
Pros
- Folds Small
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Stabilization
Comments about Daiwa / Slik DST-73 Broadcast Tripod with Fluid Video Head:
I think this is the most afordable fluid video head for profesional work. The way this fluid head works it´s almost like others expensive heads. Very goo ´´tilt´´ and ´´pan´´.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Footing
- Locks In Tight
- Smooth Movement
Cons
- Poor quality control
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Outdoors
Comments about Daiwa / Slik DST-73 Broadcast Tripod with Fluid Video Head:
The tripod is solidly built and very easy to use, but there are some issues. These could be a one-off, but it's a critical issue. The level would appear to have been installed incorrectly. When the bubble is centered the head is leaning to the right. I'm having to use a separate level to make sure the head is positioned correctly. For the [$] price I would expect a little better.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easily Adjusted
- Locks In Tight
- Smooth Movement
- Stable
Cons
- Heavy
- Spare parts hard to find
Best Uses
- Film
- Landscape/Scenery
- Narrative
- Sports/Action
- Video
Comments about Daiwa / Slik DST-73 Broadcast Tripod with Fluid Video Head:
I use this tripod for video and shortfilm production with digital cameras of different sizes. Even with the heavier rig with all accessories including monitor, hdd DVR, mattebox followfocus etc. the fluid head works nicely.
I am very happy with the head and the legs. The fluid head motion is very smooth out performing anything I have tried in this pricerange. All the knobs and buttons are easy to use and work well. As a bonus it has illuminated bubble level.
It is a bit heavy combination but then again very sturdy and smooth for the price.
Only thing I am a bit unsatisfied with is the fact that it is very hard or impossible to find spare/replacement quick release plates for this head.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Displaying reviews 1-3
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