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Review: The Vanguard Nivelo Tripod for Micro Four Thirds Cameras

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I hate tripods—and I actually believe that they instead make for a great back scratcher when you need to get those hard to reach areas. Previously, I’ve only really used Gorillapods to place my wireless strobes in certain areas. Then Vanguard was kind enough to send me the Nivelo for review. So, did it change my mind?

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Written by Chris Gampat

July 14th, 2011 at 12:41 am

First Impressions: Vanguard Alta Pro

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The innovative design lets you grip, position, release.

The tripod is the first accessory I suggest keen amateurs purchase after they buy a camera: before a flash, before extra lenses, before bags. They not only allow long exposures, they are a big aid to composition, so if you want to make nice images, use a tripod. Vanguard has sent The Phoblographer an Alta Pro 263 AGH kit comprising the GH-100 pistol grip head and 263AT legs, and first impressions are great.

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Written by Nigel Paterson

March 23rd, 2011 at 12:56 am