Benro’s BRAND NEW GD3WH Geared Head & TMA48CXL Tripod – UNBOX & HANDS ON REVIEW
I am SO EXCITED to confirm that Benro have sent me some of their beautifully made equipment to test them out on a long term deal but before I head out in the field with the items, I thought that I would film a couple of short videos for my YouTube channel showing me unboxing them while giving a brief initial review of what I found.
The items that Benro have sent me include;
- GD3WH Geared Head (the very LATEST geared head)
- TMA48CXL Mach 3Â Carbon Fibre Tripod (their 6ft 11″ version)
- FTA28CV1 Angel Carbon Fibre Travel Tripod with Ballhead (only 1.8kg)
Currently I have only filmed the unboxing of the first two items due to time constraints but I will film me unboxing the travel tripod shortly.
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Thank you.
Hi Melvin – If you use the short column and ‘splay’ the legs to (almost) horizontal presumably the useable height is much less than 40cm? …do they also offer a levelling bowl? Thks, Ian
Hi Ian. They do not but we’ve spoken about this and Novoflex is what you recommended. Good idea too.
I’m on the lookout for a new tripod and this one looks very interesting. Keep up the excellent work Melvin
I watched your YouTube video on the BENRO GD3WH geared tripod head and I bought one. I expect delivery soon and based on what you have described, I am confident that it is a quality item that will fit my macro photography needs. Thanks for the informative review.
Excellent to hear. I hope it serves you well. I’m really enjoying mine for sure. It’s a beautifully made piece of kit and so light too, especially for the money. Let me know what you think once you’ve tested it for a while. I’ll be interested to hear.
Best wishes Melvin
Hi Melvin
Will the geared head fit on the Travel Angel tripod instead of the ballhead? And if so, is it suitable for use on that tripod?
Cheers
Paul
Hi Paul. Yes the GD3WH Geared Head does indeed fit the Angel FTA28CV1 Travel Tripod. I will email you a couple of photos to show you it fitted.
Hi Melvin. I have bought both the TMA48CXL and the GD3WH and all are working well apart from one small problem. I have a Neewer levelling base which when fitted contacts the lower control wheel of the GD3WH and does not allow it to function. I need a riser/spacer to lift the head up a little. Any recommendations?
Hi Paul. I shall reply directly regarding your enquiry.
Best wishes Melvin