Tripods (Page 2): I understand that,I sent them both back as they could hold my camera straight without dropping.

Don dennis

I understand that,I sent them both back as they could hold my camera straight without dropping.

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

Don dennis wrote:

I have a new Sony rx10 and am having trouble getting a tripod that is steady enough with the lens out. I have tried two now but both had a vibration when I hit the shutter button.
Any advice good tripod without breaking the bank?

Unfortunately, super steady usually mean expensive. Generally speaking, the higher the tripod is set, the more susceptible it is to vibration. Still, if the camera/long lens is not steady enough, use a remote control or a timer. Putting downward pressure on the camera while you push the button should help. Are you using long exposures?

https://www.lensrentals.com/blog/2009/08/how-to-get-sharp-telephoto-images/
https://camtest.eu/technology/knowledge/63-impact-of-mirror-and-shutter-induced-camera-shake
https://photographylife.com/how-to-reduce-camera-shake-on-a-tripod
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/202159-REG/Celestron_93503_Vibration_Suppression_Pads_useful.html

Good tripod article -
By Thom had a very good article about tripods, but the link no longer works. Basically, he recommends saving money by getting a good, expensive tripod right off the bat. Many people go from one less expensive tripod to another, wasting their money. Maybe a search will find his article.

Tripod recommendations -
https://www.lifewire.com/best-tripods-for-dslr-cameras-492937
https://www.digitalcameraworld.com/buying-guides/best-tripod
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/explora/photography/buying-guide/10-recommended-tripods-photography
https://www.digitalcameraworld.com/buying-guides/the-best-tripods-for-travel-in-2017

RF-4 Phantom Flyer Loc: Gilbert, Arizona USA

Don dennis wrote:

I have a new Sony rx10 and am having trouble getting a tripod that is steady enough with the lens out. I have tried two now but both had a vibration when I hit the shutter button.
Any advice good tripod without breaking the bank?

I have a Sony RX10M4. This camera has a threaded hole on the shutter release button that allows you to use an “old fashioned” cable release. I obtained a cable release from Amazon for less than $10 and using it solves the problem of vibration from your finger pressing the shutter button.
https://www.amazon.com/Mechanical-Shutter-Release-Threaded-Fujifilm/dp/B07FNHNCV4

billnikon Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont

Don dennis wrote:

I have a new Sony rx10 and am having trouble getting a tripod that is steady enough with the lens out. I have tried two now but both had a vibration when I hit the shutter button.
Any advice good tripod without breaking the bank?

NO, you will have to break the bank a little to get a solid one. Benro and Induro make a good products for the price but, a good tripod that does not vibrate will cost a trip to the bank. There is no getting around it.

Don dennis

Thaa k you so much for the information, I will read the other two latter on.
Thank you again for the time you put in this question.

Don

OnDSnap Loc: NE New Jersey

Gitzo

Nikon1201

I have a MeFoto ( about $180) and it is perfect . The problem is the head if it can hold the weight, I have a Nikon D610 and use my Sigma 50-500 and I have no problem with it creeping down . Make sure the head will hold the weight your putting on it.

mas24 Loc: Southern CA

Don dennis wrote:

I have a new Sony rx10 and am having trouble getting a tripod that is steady enough with the lens out. I have tried two now but both had a vibration when I hit the shutter button.
Any advice good tripod without breaking the bank?

Don dennis. I forgot to welcome you to the forum on a previous thread. If you want to reply to an individual's comments, please click the Quote Reply. A Reply means a reply, can be to all of us, and you. This is a Quote Reply sample.

imagemeister Loc: mid east Florida

Don dennis wrote:

I have a new Sony rx10 and am having trouble getting a tripod that is steady enough with the lens out. I have tried two now but both had a vibration when I hit the shutter button.
Any advice good tripod without breaking the bank?

IMO, using a bracing bracket is more important than the tripod itself or even the head with this camera - like this -https://www.ebay.com/itm/220mm-Y-ty-Telephoto-Lens-Support-Clamp-for-Arca-Hejnar-Benro-Fluid-Video-Head/172143858639?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l9372

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gvarner Loc: Central Oregon Coast

Maybe it’s just technique? Use a cable releas or a wireless remote. Shoot with mirror up if it can do that. Hang some weight from the tripod head.

Don dennis

Thank you for the advice.I will look into it.

camerapapi Loc: Miami, Fl.

Without knowing the tripods you have used it is not easy to figure out if those tripods are adequate to hold the camera steady. Are you sing a remote control to fire the shutter? Do you use good tripod techniques?
My cheapest tripod is an aluminum Dolica tripod. I paid $45 for it and right now I use it more than my carbon fiber tripod and my aluminum Gitzo. Why? Simply, it does the job I require.
I bought the Dolica when I bought my first mirrorless camera. One day I decided to try heavier gear on it. As usual I used good tripod techniques and the images were as sharp as those made with my other tripods.
Review what you are doing and perhaps you are not doing your part.

JeffDavidson Loc: Originally Detroit Now Los Angeles

CHG CANON's suggestion is good but I would add, make certain that you are using an electronic cable release.

imagemeister Loc: mid east Florida

imagemeister wrote:

IMO, using a bracing bracket is more important than the tripod itself or even the head with this camera - like this -https://www.ebay.com/itm/220mm-Y-ty-Telephoto-Lens-Support-Clamp-for-Arca-Hejnar-Benro-Fluid-Video-Head/172143858639?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l9372

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This camera, by all rights should come with a tripod collar ! - it does not. That is why you NEED a bracket to properly hold, balance and stabilize this camera.....the tripod and head are secondary. This is a relative light, small, mirror less camera after all - but it does get to high magnifications.

Don dennis

ahhhh, that could be the problem
Thank you