Benro Aero 2 & 4 Review- Lightweight & Portable Video Tripods

Поделиться
HTML-код
  • Опубликовано: 15 янв 2025

Комментарии • 117

  • @photorectoby
    @photorectoby  10 лет назад +8

    Carlo Trevisan GH4 would be totally fine on the Aero 2.

    • @cloud84strife
      @cloud84strife 10 лет назад +2

      this is one of the fastest reply I've ever get, thanks! ;)

  • @TPLlocs
    @TPLlocs 7 лет назад

    For the longest time I was trying to figure out how to get this awesome tripod to become a monopod. You finally showed me how! Thank you!

    • @photorectoby
      @photorectoby  7 лет назад

      So glad I could help!

    • @joaoramos32
      @joaoramos32 5 лет назад

      Hey man, were you able to reassemble it back into a tripod again? mine doesnt want to screw in :&

  • @jameskirk5415
    @jameskirk5415 10 лет назад

    I am thankful to you for making all those wonderful video tutorials and amazing gear reviews with Christina. I bought my first DSLR ie Pentax. And I am in process of learning manual mode. Thank you Toby.

  • @alexisrosablanca6107
    @alexisrosablanca6107 10 лет назад +1

    Your videos get better and better man!

  • @lav3nd3r09
    @lav3nd3r09 10 лет назад

    Love the closing remarks. Thank you for taking time to do these things for us newbies. Have a good light sir!

  • @thecosmochannel
    @thecosmochannel 2 года назад

    Excellent review, this helped my decision to buy the aero 2.
    Hope you're well.

  • @KeseanCornish
    @KeseanCornish 10 лет назад

    Not on the market for a tripod currently but always like watching your reviews. Well done.

  • @JeffBluemel
    @JeffBluemel 10 лет назад

    After making it up into a mono pod and you go to put it back together there is a plastic sleeve on the inside. When you push it down it goes down the same direction. If you push the sleeve up it goes together again easily.

  • @oneeyedphotographer
    @oneeyedphotographer 5 лет назад

    I have an S4 head. That screw to latch the camera only requires a half turn.
    I had no problem with my 80D with an L bracket, but friends' cameras without the L bracket had problems. Took a little while to figure out.

  • @sk13ppy
    @sk13ppy 7 лет назад

    You sure can lock your camera quick release plate down on the Benro Travel Angel 2. That mechanism is in two parts. Plastic spring-loaded lever over a metal screw. Gently pull the plastic lever out, turn it, release it so that it's engaged with the metal screw then turn it again so that it tightens the locking pin. You don't have to take your camera off to achieve that. Thank you very much for this video, it was one of a few videos which helped me decide which tripod to buy as I'd never purchased one before. :)

  • @kuliadito
    @kuliadito 10 лет назад

    Hi Toby, thank you for all the videos! Greetings from Zagreb, Croatia!

  • @sk13ppy
    @sk13ppy 7 лет назад

    Great review, very helpful! was going to buy the Aero 4 but Aero 2 is adequate for my camera and folds up to a good size. Thanks so much!

  • @c8vegas
    @c8vegas 10 лет назад

    Thanks for the review, I've been excited about the Aero 4 since I saw it.

  • @phantomproduction9729
    @phantomproduction9729 9 лет назад

    It has another useful feature, when you want low angle. The leg can be reversed upside down when you need extra low angle without removing the camera mount. very useful for doing slider shoot.

  • @garryentropy
    @garryentropy 10 лет назад

    good review, my best tripod is a 30 year old monfrotto made from 100% metal but it weighs a ton, be great to find a light one with a real smooth head.

    • @photorectoby
      @photorectoby  10 лет назад

      garryentropy Both the S4 and the S2C heads were really smooth - I feel like the example video included don't do a good job of showing how smooth. The S4 has a bit more spring of life to the feeling but for portability the S2C can't be beat.

    • @hilos20
      @hilos20 10 лет назад

      CameraRec Toby Just grabbed an A2 from B&H, its a def a game changer.

  • @Captyvate
    @Captyvate 6 лет назад

    Thanks for the great review, after a lot of research and watching similar vids I have decided to go with the Aero 4. I recently purchased the Manfrotto BeFree Live and sold it within a week. The 'fluid head' was flimsy and couldn't support the weight of my 70-200 and A7Rii. I feel as though the Aero 4 will support the heavier payload. Good that you have examples of you actually using the tripod and not just talking about it.

  • @marcomark8
    @marcomark8 6 лет назад +1

    Tthe knob locking mounting plate interfering with your camera that knob can be pulled out and rotated freely to a new position and pushed in to completely tighten so it allows to bypass the physical obstruction of your camera. try it just pull it away from plate turn it to clear your camera then you can re position the knob and push it back in to finish tightening the plate

    • @photorectoby
      @photorectoby  6 лет назад

      Thanks Mark - I realized this a few days after the review went live.

  • @oluismoreira
    @oluismoreira 9 лет назад +1

    Hi,
    I'm thinking about getting one of these. Would the Aero 2 hold a Canon 6D + 70-200 2.8 IS II? I would like to get the Aero 2 because it fits inside my backpack but the Aero 4 would work just fine. Thank you!

    • @photorectoby
      @photorectoby  9 лет назад

      Luís Moreira The Aero 2 will hold that combo - it supports up to 5.5 lbs and your 6D plus lens comes in just under 5lbs. I would however avoid using the tripod fully extended with that combo.

    • @oluismoreira
      @oluismoreira 9 лет назад

      Thanks for the quick answer! How high does it get without the central column extended? And the motion of the head is as smooth as the aero4? Again, thanks

    • @photorectoby
      @photorectoby  9 лет назад

      Luís Moreira 65" high - more info here www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1080216-REG/benro_a2883fs4_aero4_travel_angel_video.html?BI=4773&KBID=5287 and the motion of the head is as smooth.

  • @woodandmetalandstuff
    @woodandmetalandstuff 10 лет назад

    great review and product, thanks CameraRec Toby

  • @sumantamandal3762
    @sumantamandal3762 10 лет назад

    Appreciate the video. As a fellow youtube video publisher, fully understand the effort involved in making the video. Ordering Benro Aero 2 from the link you have provided.

  • @DeltadronesBr
    @DeltadronesBr 6 лет назад +1

    Awesome Review! Aero 2 will be good option to me, for Sony A6500.
    Thanks!!

  • @murielrebora5531
    @murielrebora5531 9 лет назад

    Hey, I need to make up my mind for either Aero 2 or 4, what do you reckon??? Looks like they are almost the same. I'll be travelling for 5 months and I'm a 1.6m girl so lighter is a plus. The heaviest gear I will probably mount on it is a 7D with the EF 24-105 lens...

  • @yurigershberg3904
    @yurigershberg3904 6 лет назад

    nice review!
    are there any differences in legs of S4 vs S2?

  • @yourhappiness7268
    @yourhappiness7268 8 лет назад

    Very good. Thanks for the information....

  • @Alexander-tj2dn
    @Alexander-tj2dn 8 лет назад

    I wonder if you can take of the head (as in other Benro tripods) and attach a slider with the head of the tripod on top of it.

  • @marcdavies2866
    @marcdavies2866 9 лет назад

    PhotoRec Toby When using these tripods as monopods, is it possible to attach a leg base to the bottom as many of the dedicated Benro monopods come with?
    Thanks!

  • @daviddevita
    @daviddevita 7 лет назад

    Hi, good evening. Do you think any of these is better than the manfrotto befree with fluid head? Its price is quite similar but it looks the have developed that tripod a little better. What do you think?

  • @TuukkaVarjoranta
    @TuukkaVarjoranta 10 лет назад

    Thanks for this great review Toby! I'm looking for a new video tripod and this could be the answer for me :)

  • @JeepTJWheelin
    @JeepTJWheelin 10 месяцев назад

    I shoot real estate primarily and looking to shoot sports again.
    Which tripod will allow me to place the Benro Geared Head on it for real estate, and also be able to put a fluid head on for sports and various other things?
    Also, for maintaining the best work flow possible, what quick release plate will allow for quickly transferring my camera onto a Zhiyun Weebil S gimbal from the Geared Head? I currently have the Falcam Ulanzi F38 quick release plates and they have been amazing. But not at all sure they will be compatible with Benro equipment. Incidentally, my camera body is a Canon R50 with the Nisi 9mm f2.8 lens.
    Thanks

  • @JohnMRunk
    @JohnMRunk 10 лет назад

    Toby, thanks as always for your practical objectivity. This new Benro line appears pretty similar to the MePhoto line. Is it? Also, I've been looking at that S2 head for travel, but the non-standard QR plate gives me pause. Should it?

  • @floridarailfan
    @floridarailfan 8 лет назад

    I have been videotaping trains/railroads for a while and am looking for a tripod that will keep the camera steady as the 100s of tons of steel go by and inevitably shake the ground. Will the Aero 2 accomplish that?

  • @joaoramos32
    @joaoramos32 5 лет назад

    Hey man, thanks for the review. I just checked out the monopod thing and i am having a huge problem to reassemble it back into a tripod again. I really need it as a tripod, any tips pleas??

  • @cloud84strife
    @cloud84strife 10 лет назад

    Very good review! I have a good Manfrotto and I'm searching for a cheap alternative to carry with me when I'm not shooting for work or important things, but just for fun or a fast shooting.
    I have a Panasonic Gh4, you think the S2 is enough or do I need the other one?
    thank you

  • @Jay-mj6xe
    @Jay-mj6xe 10 лет назад

    Hey Toby, Can you tell where to buy the outro music? It really really brings back the 90s memories for some beautiful odd reason.

    • @photorectoby
      @photorectoby  10 лет назад

      Display Name It is an iLife Jingle called Daydream.caf- I love it for the end, hope I never find something better :)

    • @Jay-mj6xe
      @Jay-mj6xe 10 лет назад

      CameraRec Toby Thank you.

  • @paulmayer1492
    @paulmayer1492 9 лет назад

    Great review! Is it possible to mount a Benro s6 head on one of these legs?

    • @photorectoby
      @photorectoby  9 лет назад

      Paul Mayer Yes - though it may feel a little unbalanced on the smallest set of legs with a head that large.

  • @goncalosousa9368
    @goncalosousa9368 2 года назад

    Is it possible to use the s6 por fluid head in the Aero2 legs?

  • @HomieC721
    @HomieC721 8 лет назад

    Would the benro aero 2 be good for a canon 80d?

  • @dennylindgren6886
    @dennylindgren6886 10 лет назад

    Is there any difference between the S2C head and the S2 head, or are those the same thing?

  • @SuperFlashDriver
    @SuperFlashDriver 8 лет назад

    I like how it converts itself from a tripod to a monopod, but how would you screw off the other two that are the tripods and how do you get them back on when you want to go back from a monopod to a tripod?
    Nevertheless, looks like a great tripod that should replace my very cheap tamron 60 feet tripod stand.

    • @photorectoby
      @photorectoby  8 лет назад

      You only need the one leg that unscrews - that plus the center column makes the monopod. You leave the rest of it behind. Reverse the process and it all goes back together.

  • @rodriguez8246
    @rodriguez8246 10 лет назад

    thanks, mate

  • @awesomevideos32
    @awesomevideos32 8 лет назад

    i need it... but i first need to figure out which one

  • @wotv7732
    @wotv7732 10 лет назад

    Hi, I have MVM 500A fluid head is it possible to attach this head to the Benro Tripods? Also is it possible to buy the tripod without the head? Thanks :)

  • @MagnumoftheMountains
    @MagnumoftheMountains 9 лет назад

    Toby, love the review! I'd love to buy the Aero 4, just a quick question--from what I've heard, the fluid heads have no drag when it comes to panning and tilting.
    That isn't the biggest dealbreaker in the world, but just to confirm--can you tighten down the tripod for static shots when you don't want the camera to move? And did it seem to keep your cameras securely in place?
    Thanks!

    • @JohnBuser
      @JohnBuser 9 лет назад

      I'm not Toby but to answer your question you can lock your panning and tilting and there is drag just no drag control.

  • @BREAKITline
    @BREAKITline 9 лет назад

    hi toby
    great review!
    i own an a7s. do you think it will be ok on the aero 2? have you by any chance tried the a7s on the aero? thanks!

    • @photorectoby
      @photorectoby  9 лет назад +1

      You will be fine on the Aero2 - I have used significantly bigger cameras on the 2 without any issues.

    • @BREAKITline
      @BREAKITline 9 лет назад

      Beautiful! Thank you so much for the quick reply as well :)

  • @limvictoria8016
    @limvictoria8016 8 лет назад

    1. Are these tripod stand compatible with any camera? even gopro camera?
    2. Does the monopod has a button for you to take a selfie?
    3. Is it waterproof? or it actually rust after being exposed to water?
    Sincerely hope someone could reply these question.

  • @alanbrody3223
    @alanbrody3223 10 лет назад

    I'm in a budget of $100 and need a nice tripod for my nikon d5300 for taking landscape pictures or macro. Any suggestion?

  • @nsnqst6324
    @nsnqst6324 10 лет назад

    Hi Toby,
    You are amongst my top go-to people for product reviews! Any time I am looking for a product, you seem to have a review on it so, thank you!
    I am looking for a tripod that converts to a monopod (80% video work and some photography with a Canon 400). I have a 5D Mark III and Canon 24-105, 70-200 F4 IS and the Canon 400 F5.6. Although all three would work, weight-wise, I am looking for a tripod that is lightweight and provides very smooth tilt and pan for video work.
    How would you compare the S2 versus S4 heads, especially in terms of their panning/ tilting ability for video work (assume it won't be used with the 400L)? What will I not get in the S2 that the S4 offers for my needs?
    Thanks again!

  • @LeVisionMedia1
    @LeVisionMedia1 9 лет назад +1

    Are these tripods also good with a slider? would they still be balanced even if you use a 1 meter slider on it?

    • @photorectoby
      @photorectoby  9 лет назад +2

      +LV Media Funny you should ask- I just picked up a heavy 1 meter slider from MOVO and it works well on the larger benro.

  • @namu5583
    @namu5583 9 лет назад

    I have a benro monopod with S2 head and the qr plate doesn't work well with my Canon 7D. Now I'm planning to buy the benro A5273S4 tripod. Will the S4 hold my canon 7D well?

    • @photorectoby
      @photorectoby  9 лет назад

      Alfred Christanto Yep.

    • @namu5583
      @namu5583 9 лет назад

      Thanks PhotoRec Toby. I just bought it last week and it work really good.

    • @namu5583
      @namu5583 9 лет назад

      PhotoRec Toby Thanks PhotoRec Toby. I just bought it last week and it work really good.

  • @NoahHellerOrg
    @NoahHellerOrg 10 лет назад

    Ugh.. I can't decide between the Aero 2 and Aero 4 for my GH4. Will the S4 head be smoother? I have read poor reviews of the S2 head, but I see the aero uses a SC2 head and I can't find anything about it. What do you think Toby?

    • @colinmakesvideos
      @colinmakesvideos 8 лет назад +1

      +Noah Heller did you ever decide? Im in the exact same situation.

    • @bojam02
      @bojam02 6 лет назад

      same for me ^^

  • @williamdlc3
    @williamdlc3 10 лет назад

    Hey, been eyeing this tripod (specifically the S4) for a couple of months now to upgrade from my Ravelli AVTP tripod, which is heavy and uncomfortable for me, although there seems to be very little reviews on this tripod. It seems that it should carry my Canon T3i well, but I've got a few quesitons.
    How are the legs? Are they nice and steady? Also, do you think this would be okay to add a hefty lens on it (70 - 200 f2.8 for example). Thank you!

    • @photorectoby
      @photorectoby  10 лет назад +1

      ***** I am still really happy with this tripod and had it out today on icy conditions and it performed great. Legs are solid and it can easily hold a 70-200 f/2.8, just make sure to mount it on the tripod collar for better balance.

    • @williamdlc3
      @williamdlc3 10 лет назад

      Is it advisable as my main tripod? Almost ready to bite the bullet haha.

    • @photorectoby
      @photorectoby  10 лет назад

      ***** Only downside to a video tripod - you can't do portrait orientation shots without extra gear - if that doesn't bother you this is a great tripod!

    • @williamdlc3
      @williamdlc3 10 лет назад

      PhotoRec Toby Never found the need to go portrait on my tripods haha, usually I do handheld when I do portraits and only really use tripods for photography for long exposures, and sure as hell won't be shooting portrait video any time soon haha! Thanks for the fast replies and input!

  • @TheLaura1655
    @TheLaura1655 10 лет назад

    yes ,it'sa problem with tightening the screw to stop the camera sliding vack and forth. Cant seem to fix that......Also when tilting it is wobbly at point where the blue conections joins the black head....dont know what the term is. Is there a way to tighten that joining area? thnks

    • @MasoudVarjavandi
      @MasoudVarjavandi 9 лет назад

      TheLaura1655 Yes, same problem here. Glad I'm not the only one. I've tried tightening but no effect. Very annoying.

  • @absolutal2
    @absolutal2 10 лет назад

    Hey ! Great review !
    I would like to know, for a canon 60d with a weight that goes from 1.9511lb to 3.3069lb (different lenses) which head would suit the best for my set-up ? Thank you !

    • @photorectoby
      @photorectoby  10 лет назад

      The Smaller S2 head can support 5.5lbs, that would be fine for you. One thing to consider - will you be upgrading to a bigger camera or lenses anytime in the future? might be worth it to consider the S4 if you think you will bit.ly/BenroAero2 or stay small if you think mirrorless is in your future.

    • @absolutal2
      @absolutal2 10 лет назад

      PhotoRec Toby I'm not planning to get a bigger camera in the near future. I was just wondering that with a small weight the S2 can do the job ? Is the difference between the S2 and S4 is just about the maximum charge ? Thanks for the fast reply !

    • @photorectoby
      @photorectoby  10 лет назад

      absolutal2 Pretty much the only difference. The S4 may feel just a little more fluid in some movements but really very slight difference. I would go with the lighter one especially if you need to travel, it packs down nicely.

    • @absolutal2
      @absolutal2 10 лет назад

      PhotoRec Toby Great ! Yes it's principally for travel ! Thanks for your time !

  • @sicknicktv3342
    @sicknicktv3342 7 лет назад

    So why would I choose the AERO 2 rather than the 4? Or the other way around?

    • @photorectoby
      @photorectoby  7 лет назад +2

      The only real differences is the weight of the gear you need to support. the 4 is capable of stabilizing heavier gear.

  • @MasoudVarjavandi
    @MasoudVarjavandi 9 лет назад

    I bought an Aero 4, but I noticed a slight Wobble at the base of the fluid head when tilting. Is this normal?

  • @crakbeats3966
    @crakbeats3966 4 года назад

    Does anyone know how to remove the head?? I want to attach my ball head for portrait

  • @l.breang.7975
    @l.breang.7975 6 лет назад

    How much does it cost??in India rupees.

  • @declanmurphy1006
    @declanmurphy1006 8 лет назад

    Seems like a great product to start off, then you can upgrade tripod and head separately as you grow.

  • @chaoscidetv
    @chaoscidetv 8 лет назад

    anyone knows a cheaper alternative?

  • @GiuseppePipia
    @GiuseppePipia 10 лет назад

    Those tripods are great!!! I didn't even know there were such thing! I'm going to save for one right now!!! Thank you!
    Edit: if only they would sell it in Italy… :(

    • @photorectoby
      @photorectoby  10 лет назад

      ***** Buy from B&H? They ship worldwide.

    • @GiuseppePipia
      @GiuseppePipia 10 лет назад

      They do, but in the best case scenario the shipping is almost 30% of the Aero 4 price. And the total price would be too much bucks than bang…

    • @photorectoby
      @photorectoby  10 лет назад

      ***** Bummer!

  • @NickMach007
    @NickMach007 10 лет назад

    Cool. I almost bought a benro awhile back, but my wallet chickened out at the last second. I need to give them another look.

    • @NickMach007
      @NickMach007 10 лет назад

      I just had a question that occurred to me. There are so many quick connect options. And every tripod seems to come with a different system. This may be a simple (aka stupid) question, but can I just pull off the quick connect system and put on a plate from the system I already use? And do you have a favorite quick connect system? Did you mention one of the arca Swiss models in a part video? Thanks as always.

    • @photorectoby
      @photorectoby  10 лет назад +1

      NickMach007 Many tripod plates are proprietary, frustrating I know. All my photo tripods share the Arca Swiss style plates so I have loads of those lying around. The Benro use a video style plate that I believe is compatible with Manfrotto video heads too.

    • @NickMach007
      @NickMach007 10 лет назад

      Thanks. And I think you are right about the Benro being compatible with one of the Manfrotto systems.

  • @aredmon48
    @aredmon48 10 лет назад

    Are those the haunted stairs? The ones that freaked you out in that night time light trail video? Lol

  • @AlexIanCooper
    @AlexIanCooper 8 лет назад

    Erm... You don't need to attach the whole centre pole to attach to the monoleg, the head can go straight on the monoleg...

  • @patdinco
    @patdinco 10 лет назад +19

    I swear when he does a review he goes to narnia or middle earth

  • @SuperMikeBishop
    @SuperMikeBishop 10 лет назад +1

    When I got in to learning photography a year and a half ago. I pick a Manfrotto MT294A3 tripod. Then last year I pick up the Manfrotto MVH500HF fluid head for video, Jem Schofield over at the C-47 website like that head. Last week I went and got a Lowepro 350 AW camera backpack to care my gear in. Going to be shooting video this coming weekend for a Handicapable Camp. Want to learn to shoot good video is want got me in to photography, Everyone said to learn photography then you can operate your camera good.

    • @photorectoby
      @photorectoby  10 лет назад

      I hadn't heard of C47 - seems like they have some good content. Can't go wrong with Manfrotto but I feel Benro provides the same quality at a more affordable price. Knowing key photography rules will certainly help with setting up good videography shots.

  • @rohitnarkar6039
    @rohitnarkar6039 7 лет назад

    👍

  • @blarkdexture8899
    @blarkdexture8899 10 лет назад

    3LT is better

    • @photorectoby
      @photorectoby  10 лет назад +1

      No, They don't make video tripods with fluid heads. But they do make very nice photo tripods.

  • @onejourney
    @onejourney 6 лет назад

    🎬 1 📽 🎞 🗣 🎙 🌎🌍🌏 ★★★★★ 🧐 👩🏾‍💻 Outstanding, thank you so much for sharing. ❤❤❤❤❤ 👁👁 👍🏿 🗺