I had for several years used the Velbon CX-480 are on the go, with whom I was actually quite pleased. The Sony VCT-60AV exceeds this, however, clear. The fluid damped pan and tilt head is ablolute tip. All movements jerky and soft and without any spring back. The up working as a remote control 26cm long swing lever is very convenient. The main functions of the camera can be controlled via the cable attached to the tripod. The tripod has 3 drawers and 4 members, so it measures only 46 cm in the transport state and therefore fits into any backpack. Using the center column to reach a total height of 1,46m. In relation to its low weight, it is quite stable without the use of the center column. Overall, it makes a very valent impression. I have the tripod about half a year with my Sony Handycam NEX VG-20EH (1.4kg) in use.
The tripod I recommend anyone semiprofessional filmmaker without any restriction. The at first glance appears quite high price is justified.
