jackpinoh wrote:
The necessary quality of the tripod and head is a function of camera+lens weight, maximum lens focal length, and the environment in which the photographs will be taken (ground vibration, sustained wind, wind gusts). Wind can cause vibrations, especially on long lenses.) The length of the tripod legs is important and depends, not only on the photographer's height, but also on the area in which photography will take place (if you will be photographing on steep slopes, you want longer legs that can be extended on the down-hill side. Center column extensions are problematic except in vibration-free circumstances.
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Maybe you need to reread the reason I posted. I am looking for a used carbon fiber tripod for my lady friend not an education in the use of tripods.