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Dec 15, 2019 13:21:04   #
tdozier3 Loc: Northern Illinois
 
Was wondering if anyone has any recommendations for a good sturdy mini tripod for my D7500 ?

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Dec 15, 2019 13:23:19   #
PixelStan77 Loc: Vermont/Chicago
 
tdozier3 wrote:
Was wondering if anyone has any recommendations for a good sturdy mini tripod for my D7500 ?


Describe your idea of mini please. What lens will be on the D7500 What is your budget?

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Dec 15, 2019 13:46:20   #
davesit Loc: Media, PA
 
I use this one, usually on top of a table shooting interior shots. It's not cheap, but it is very well made and sturdy.

https://www.amazon.com/Leofoto-LS-223C-LH25-Tripod-Carbon-Profile/dp/B07BS8LVN2/ref=asc_df_B07BS8LVN2/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312111900416&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=15218261583994143983&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9005803&hvtargid=pla-474324598775&psc=1

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Dec 15, 2019 13:52:47   #
pwrxprt Loc: Beaumont, California
 
My recommendation is don't skimp on a tripod. I've purchased 4 or 5 tripods that are small, lightweight, etc. over the years. Sadly none of these smaller cost-effective tripods really do the job well. About five or six years ago I stepped up and purchase a carbon fiber tripod. This was the best decision I've made in purchasing a tripod. It's lightweight and collapses to a nice compact size and has worked well for me since the purchase. It was first used with my D90 with an 18-105 lens and now with my D750 with all my lenses including my 200-500 lens. I believe this tripod will outlast my D750 and work well for my next new camera when that occurs. Save yourself some time and money and get a good tripod. You'll thank yourself in the long run. Good luck with your choice.
Lane

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Dec 15, 2019 13:58:19   #
Bob Mevis Loc: Plymouth, Indiana
 
I'd spend some money. Good tripods cost.

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Dec 15, 2019 14:19:26   #
rgrenaderphoto Loc: Hollywood, CA
 
I've traveled with a $100 metal tabletop tripod and the Platypod set up, but only for my Fuji X-T30. I also have a Manfrotto Magic Clamp rig like Joe Allam's which works really well for a full-size DLSR like the D850

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JN_TDs5w94c&t=12s

For "traditional" 3 legged travel tripods, the Manfrotto BeFree carbon fiber is great.

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Dec 15, 2019 15:11:49   #
tdozier3 Loc: Northern Illinois
 
PixelStan77 wrote:
Describe your idea of mini please. What lens will be on the D7500 What is your budget?


Not with telescopic legs. Just a small table top style that you can keep the camera about a foot or less off the ground. Not really concerned with price

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Dec 15, 2019 15:16:16   #
tdozier3 Loc: Northern Illinois
 
pwrxprt wrote:
My recommendation is don't skimp on a tripod. I've purchased 4 or 5 tripods that are small, lightweight, etc. over the years. Sadly none of these smaller cost-effective tripods really do the job well. About five or six years ago I stepped up and purchase a carbon fiber tripod. This was the best decision I've made in purchasing a tripod. It's lightweight and collapses to a nice compact size and has worked well for me since the purchase. It was first used with my D90 with an 18-105 lens and now with my D750 with all my lenses including my 200-500 lens. I believe this tripod will outlast my D750 and work well for my next new camera when that occurs. Save yourself some time and money and get a good tripod. You'll thank yourself in the long run. Good luck with your choice.
Lane
My recommendation is don't skimp on a tripod. I've... (show quote)


I have a good backpack pod. Was looking for one that would be lower to the ground, for a lower point of view.

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Dec 15, 2019 15:19:29   #
tdozier3 Loc: Northern Illinois
 
that one looks pretty sweet


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Dec 15, 2019 15:44:52   #
davesit Loc: Media, PA
 
tdozier3 wrote:
that one looks pretty sweet



It's surprisingly steady, albeit I wouldn't put a big telephoto lens on it. :)

All the Leofoto products I've tried have been very well-made, a cut above the usual Chinese imports.

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Dec 15, 2019 15:48:42   #
Bill_de Loc: US
 
My mini

Needs a wagon to haul it
Needs a wagon to haul it...

Set up is easy
Set up is easy...

Wagon doubles as lens cap hauler
Wagon doubles as lens cap hauler...

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Dec 15, 2019 16:40:11   #
tradio Loc: Oxford, Ohio
 
Peak Design has come out with a new travel tripod but, I think it's getting bad reviews.

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Dec 15, 2019 17:34:18   #
imagemeister Loc: mid east Florida
 
tdozier3 wrote:
Was wondering if anyone has any recommendations for a good sturdy mini tripod for my D7500 ?


https://www.ebay.com/itm/Leofoto-LS-223C-Portable-Carbon-Fiber-Tripod-Camera-Mini-Tripod/173283912775?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l9372

More heavy duty/money - https://www.ebay.com/itm/Leofoto-LS283CM-LS-283CM-Starry-tripod-Professional-Carbon-Fiber-Tripod/254023966751?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l9372
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Dec 16, 2019 02:29:56   #
speters Loc: Grangeville/Idaho
 
tdozier3 wrote:
Was wondering if anyone has any recommendations for a good sturdy mini tripod for my D7500 ?


RRS has a fine one, well so have many others, Sachtler, Gitzo, and and and....... just google a few to see which you like best!

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Dec 16, 2019 02:34:05   #
Dossile
 
Really Right Stuff sells two. I have the small metal tripod and it holds my D850 with a 70-200 lens rock solid. I have the tripod from at least 1 generation ago, if not 2 So I can’t speak for cost. The quality is wonderful. The RRS carbon leg table top looks very solid, like it’s made for holding up a heavy video camera.

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