Tripod question again!
Feb 24, 2014 18:08:41 #
Feb 24, 2014 18:56:54 #
Feb 24, 2014 19:00:26 #
Marilyng wrote:
I just ordered a manfrotto 681 B with a 234RC head for $109.00 at Amazon.So I am happy! Thank you all for your suggestions & help,very much appreciated!
After you get it, you may want to rig a neckstrap that goes to the camera, lens, or monopod - for insurance puposes or hands free operation - with a quick release feature.
Feb 24, 2014 19:00:38 #
Feb 24, 2014 19:15:54 #
Marilyng wrote:
Oh I would love one but I got the feeling that most people here prefer a tripod. I was looking at the Benro A38FBS2 monopod.I love the idea that it has legs,do you know anything about this one?
Mixed reviews on amazon.com
http://www.amazon.com/Benro-A38FBS2-Video-Monopod-Black/product-reviews/B00C63Z8KQ/ref=cm_cr_dp_see_all_summary?ie=UTF8&showViewpoints=1&sortBy=byRankDescending
Feb 26, 2014 17:02:40 #
My wife uses a monopod. They collapse and are very light. The cost are from $25 to $200. When crashing through the woods, you have no time for a tripod set up. Don't worry about how many time anyone has asked the question. Continue until you have the info you are satisfied with.
Feb 26, 2014 17:57:04 #
1philp wrote:
My wife uses a monopod. They collapse and are very light. The cost are from $25 to $200. When crashing through the woods, you have no time for a tripod set up. Don't worry about how many time anyone has asked the question. Continue until you have the info you are satisfied with.
That's good to hear,I ordered one from Amazon,should be here tomorrow! Thanks for your reply!
Feb 27, 2014 22:56:37 #
Mr PC wrote:
I got a $200 list price Dolica at Costco recently for $80 when they were on sale. It does fine with my D5200 and a 55-300 Nikkor. It's graphite which means light weight. It has a ball head and a carry bag with a strap. This seems to meet your lightweight and cheap criteria. The legs have the screw type release rather than a latch, but they work fine. I've done some nice night city scapes using it.
Mine arrived today. Very light weight, but not sure it will support Sigma 150-500mm. I got it for travel with smaller lenses.
Feb 27, 2014 23:06:53 #
Marilyng wrote:
I am sorry I know this is a much discussed topic but I would like to ask what is tripod is best for a small lady with a bad shoulder.
I won't get into technicalities as to the best tripod, but I will tell you to get the best and biggest you can get Dwayne Johnson or John Cena to carry around for you.
Feb 27, 2014 23:09:31 #
Marilyng wrote:
That's good to hear,I ordered one from Amazon,should be here tomorrow! Thanks for your reply!
Weigh your heaviest rig. Go to B&H Photo and look at tripods. On the left side you can select support load. Double your actual load and use that as a minimum. Actual weight & price come next. If the tripod isn't stable with your equipment, you have wasted your money.
Feb 27, 2014 23:16:10 #
This was one of the basics I was taught when starting to use a SLR and tripod - always keep the strap around my neck and when caring the camera with the tripod still mounted to firmly wrap the strap in my had in case the camera and tripod part ways.
WhiteEagle wrote:
You can do what I do when using a monopod or tripod, I keep my neck strap hooked to the camera and around my neck. More times than I can remember when having a senior moment I have kicked a tripod leg or let go of a monopod but the neck strap saved the day.
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