The new Tribex by SmallRig x Potato Jet (YouTuber Gene Nagata) is a fast-setup hydraulic tripod. Built to support filmmaking gear in the field, the tripod is quite robust. Its carbon fiber legs are extendable via a single clutch – the X-Clutch. With a single press-and-hold action one may quickly adjust all three legs, and even level the base while doing so. Though not extremely compact, the Tribex is very agile and can quickly be set to any location or height. Tripods provide absolute stability at the cost of operational agility. This constant is known to every filmmaker. There have been some significant advancements in this field in recent years – the Sachtler FlowTech is a famous line, and Manfrotto also offers several quick tripods. But those still require individually setting each tripod leg. The SmallRig x Potato Jet Tribex goes the extra mile here. SmallRig x Potato Jet Tribex Hydraulic Carbon Fiber Tripod. Image credit: CineD SmallRig x Potato Jet Tribex Tripod with X-Clutch The X-Clutch is a single-clutch, one-hand mechanism. One press-and-hold will release all three legs and enable both height settings as well as leveling. This eliminates the need for a bowl level, but it also eliminates the option of more precise adjustments. The X-Clutch can also be locked to prevent unwanted operation. When locked, it can also be used as a carrying grip. Tribex physical specs The SmallRig x Potato Jet Tribex is a small to mid-size video tripod weighing 3.4kg/7.5lbs. The carbon fiber, single-leg design...
Published By: CineD - Wednesday, 17 April