I need some suggestions for a travel tripod
Jan 28, 2014 13:25:55 #
promfh wrote:
I purchased one of the Dolica travel tripods from ... (show quote)
Thanks Pete. I really appreciate all the information I'm getting here and I take on board what you say about the Dolica.
Cheers, Bob
Jan 28, 2014 13:39:18 #
For travel I mostly use a carbon fiber monopod. Not quite as stable as a tripod but very light, easy to carry, set up is a snap and does not obstruct ground space in tight or crowded areas. Works well for most shots unless you have a very slow shutter speed.
Jan 28, 2014 13:49:07 #
RobWagoner wrote:
For travel I mostly use a carbon fiber monopod. Not quite as stable as a tripod but very light, easy to carry, set up is a snap and does not obstruct ground space in tight or crowded areas. Works well for most shots unless you have a very slow shutter speed.
Yes, you should be considering a well articulated monopod ! - and practising with it.
Jan 28, 2014 13:56:27 #
ole sarg
Loc: south florida
Why do you need a tripod? With a max 200 mil I am sure you can hand hold in 90% of situations. In the other 10% firmly hold the camera to some stationary object.
Jan 28, 2014 14:28:13 #
Luggerbugs wrote:
I have a main tripod that I'm really happy with bu... (show quote)
My main tripod it a Benbo Trecker about 1meter when collapsed and about 3kg it will contort into almost any position. I like it but I only take it to planned locations it's too big and heavy even though it will support large medium format camera and lens.
When I got my Olympus md5 I bought a BENRO TRA068 Travel Angel TRA it's strong and light and collapses to about 15 inch and weighs about a couple of pounds. I've not used it much as the md5 has great stability control and doorways trees and other handy structures have worked fine for support. The Benro just drops in my messenger bag with the other photo stuff. Worth a look.
Jan 28, 2014 16:17:01 #
First of all, thank you all so much for taking the time to respond and offer your suggestions: I have taken everything you've said on-board and have narrowed my selection down to the following:
- my original pick, 3 legged thing but not sure which model. I like this brand as it will support a really big weight
- Benro Travel Angel 1692T, compact, light good price
- Manfrotto Befree, same reasons as the Benro
- Mefoto, not sure why it's still here as it probably won't support sufficient weight but it's been suggested a few times
Enjoying a glass of Rioja now and am going to settle back, relax and consider the options - cheers! Bob
- my original pick, 3 legged thing but not sure which model. I like this brand as it will support a really big weight
- Benro Travel Angel 1692T, compact, light good price
- Manfrotto Befree, same reasons as the Benro
- Mefoto, not sure why it's still here as it probably won't support sufficient weight but it's been suggested a few times
Enjoying a glass of Rioja now and am going to settle back, relax and consider the options - cheers! Bob
Jan 28, 2014 18:02:32 #
Just one additional idea. A friend of mine travels extensively in 3rd world countries where overall luggage weight can be a major constraint.
He carries a nylon bag (empty) in his kit. When he needs a camera support (I think he mostly shoots from a vehicle) he buys a bag of rice or beans locally and puts it in the bag to prop the cameras on. When he is done he gives the food to some local person who has been friendly or helpful, packs up the bag, and heads out.
It might not work all the time, or for every situation, but I appreciate the creativity and generosity of his idea.
Pete
He carries a nylon bag (empty) in his kit. When he needs a camera support (I think he mostly shoots from a vehicle) he buys a bag of rice or beans locally and puts it in the bag to prop the cameras on. When he is done he gives the food to some local person who has been friendly or helpful, packs up the bag, and heads out.
It might not work all the time, or for every situation, but I appreciate the creativity and generosity of his idea.
Pete
Jan 28, 2014 18:05:08 #
Luggerbugs wrote:
I have a main tripod that I'm really happy with bu... (show quote)
Try a monopod. I use one with my Canon T3i and Sigma 150-500mm.
Jan 28, 2014 18:14:03 #
alsh
Loc: Dorr, MI
Being cheap by nature and my wife, I got the Pyle PRJTPS25 from Amazon for a whole $18. Knowing that a tripod gets in the way when traveling I opted for cheap and light. I mounted my A7 and 55-300mm lens and it worked fine.
Jan 28, 2014 18:56:22 #
promfh wrote:
Just one additional idea. A friend of mine travel... (show quote)
many years ago when I was shooting film I had a 1/4 inch bolt with a hole drilled through and a split keyring through it, a length of nylon rope through the keyring and the rope knotted into a loop. Stand on the rope with the bolt in the mount point on the camera and pull up you get a steady camera. I have to make another I lost the old one in England before I left. I'll use para cord this time. small light weight and cheap.
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