What Type of Tripod
Apr 22, 2014 13:46:52 #
When you say it needs to fold down to 25 inches do you include the ball head in that number? You have a $1500 camera and presumably a $1,000 to $2,000 lens. Dont skimp on a tripod.
I have the Manfrotto 055Bpro . I am 6'3" and wanted one where I wouldnt have to bend over to use. You also need to by a ball head with it and it is about 32" long when you include the head. It doesn't move with my 7D and 150-500mm lens on it
I have the Manfrotto 055Bpro . I am 6'3" and wanted one where I wouldnt have to bend over to use. You also need to by a ball head with it and it is about 32" long when you include the head. It doesn't move with my 7D and 150-500mm lens on it
Apr 22, 2014 13:48:04 #
jrb1213 wrote:
When you say it needs to fold down to 25 inches do you include the ball head in that number? You have a $1500 camera and presumably a $1,000 to $2,000 lens. Dont skimp on a tripod.
That's what I said.
Apr 22, 2014 13:48:39 #
DavidPine
Loc: Fredericksburg, TX
Absolutely correct - and their ball heads cannot be beaten.
jerryc41 wrote:
Your budget for the tripod means a lot. The more you spend, the better the tripod. If you want to travel First Class, look at Really Right Stuff.
http://www.reallyrightstuff.com/s.nl/sc.26/category.558/it.C/.f
http://www.reallyrightstuff.com/s.nl/sc.26/category.558/it.C/.f
Apr 22, 2014 15:53:08 #
Thanks for everyone's help and suggestions. I purchased a Mefoto A2350Q2T. Now the test comes when I try it.
Apr 22, 2014 15:55:33 #
bobhoco wrote:
I have a Canon 7D. With my heaviest lense on the camera I have a total weight of about 7 lbs. Going to start traveling a lot and using a tripod and I need one that will fold down to at least 25 inches and is fairly light. However, I want it to be sturdy enough that it won't be blowing over in normal wind(almost impossible in Oklahoma). Thanks for everyone's input.
As already suggested, I was going to mentione Benro. They have an extensive variety, all very light, sturdy, stable, and many collapse well below the 25" limit you mentioned.
--Bob
Apr 22, 2014 17:50:42 #
I purchased this one about a month ago, and love it. It's a Titanium Alloy, light but sturdy. One thing I really like about it, the legs unlock to spread out. Makes it easier to get closer to a subject that is on the ground.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00009R6R9/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00009R6R9/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Apr 22, 2014 18:31:25 #
Just bought a MePhoto Backpacker for $189...local. Same price at B&H. Light...handy...ball head and also converts into a monopod. Love it.
Marc
Marc
Apr 22, 2014 18:31:50 #
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