Tripod Faves
Mar 20, 2019 13:31:05 #
Gene51 wrote:
My needs have been well served by a Feisol CT-3472... (show quote)
I'm going to start setting aside an equal amount to my Adobe CC subscription for that Feisol CT-3472. Unless there is a surprise discount, I should be a proud owner in time for the Spring 2024 bloom!
Mar 20, 2019 13:48:53 #
IF during tourist season (pretty much nine months out of the year these days) am going to second the suggestion to consider a monopod. REALLY packed with people and you have little room to manuever for the best spots. You will need all the mobilty you can get.
Mar 20, 2019 15:08:17 #
I'd take the earlier advice and go with a good monopod, possibly fitted with a ballhead. Ones can be head with some small fold out feet for added stability, but these should not be confused with a tripod. Many places will allow monopod photography but won't entertain tripod photography on safety grounds.
Mar 20, 2019 16:26:02 #
Pumble wrote:
Am planning a trip to the Grand Canyon and am wondering what everyone would suggest for a decent small Tripod that would be the most functional considering I'd like to travel with it on an airplane and not have to check it in a suitcase. I am supporting a Canon EOS-R with a few lens, the biggest is the 70-200 2.8 L. I have a Bogen 3431 and a Monfratto monopod but their collapsed sizes are some 30-36 inches.
Let's hear your opinion fellow Hoggers!!
Let's hear your opinion fellow Hoggers!!
Thanks. I was planning on taking the photography tour through the slot canyons https://navajotours.com and interestingly these are "2-2.5 hours, only those with professional-grade photographic equipment such as a DSLR cameras and tripods are allowed to participate". I wanted to take some shots inside the canyons hence the need for a tripod. As much as I could probably crank the ISO, I'd rather have capability to take a long exposure that can't be hand held. If anyone has any advice having been in Antelope or Rattlesnake Canyons, let me know.
The responses already gave good information, seems the MeFOTO looks like the popular solution. I'll look at this and perhaps take the mono pod I have too.
Mar 20, 2019 16:49:18 #
This a good tripod and one of the legs can be used as a monopod.
http://www.cameracottage.com/apps/webstore/products/show/6019569
http://www.cameracottage.com/apps/webstore/products/show/6019569
Mar 21, 2019 09:39:15 #
The "MeFOTO GlobeTrotter Air Travel Tripod" is on a one day sale today at B&H for $50 in black and titanium. Normal price is $160.
-Load Capacity: 17.6 lb
-Max Height: 68.1"
-Min Height: 12"
-Folded Length: 12.2"
-Leg Sections: 5
-Weight: 3.2 lb
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1281657-REG/mefoto_gtairblk_globetrotter_air_travel_tripod.html
-Load Capacity: 17.6 lb
-Max Height: 68.1"
-Min Height: 12"
-Folded Length: 12.2"
-Leg Sections: 5
-Weight: 3.2 lb
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1281657-REG/mefoto_gtairblk_globetrotter_air_travel_tripod.html
Mar 21, 2019 09:50:40 #
Had one in the cart, went to buy an accessory and came back, it was removed from cart, sold out in minutes.
Mar 21, 2019 10:58:27 #
Pumble wrote:
Had one in the cart, went to buy an accessory and came back, it was removed from cart, sold out in minutes.
Had I not bought the lighter version a couple weeks ago I would have got one this morning when I first saw the deal.
Mar 21, 2019 11:31:25 #
I've taken 2 Antelope Canyon tours and I think you will be amazed at the beauty you will see and the photos you'll get. It's incredible!
My input (FWIW): if you're going below ground wear hiking shoes/boots, If it will be hot (this is the desert) - cool clothes & water; you'll want as fast and wide a lens as possible (prime works well) & large cards (you'll take lots of pics). Know your camera and tripod well. You'll be shooting in low light and moving your tripod frequently.
Don't forget Horseshoe Bend. Sunset is great but get there early 'cause there's lots of "tourists" and the light fades quickly. Page is a funky town w lots of eats; we liked State 48 Tavern and Slackers for a good burger. Taking 89 north of Page also has beautiful scenery.
Finally I would remind you that you're on Navajo tribal land so be respectful.
My input (FWIW): if you're going below ground wear hiking shoes/boots, If it will be hot (this is the desert) - cool clothes & water; you'll want as fast and wide a lens as possible (prime works well) & large cards (you'll take lots of pics). Know your camera and tripod well. You'll be shooting in low light and moving your tripod frequently.
Don't forget Horseshoe Bend. Sunset is great but get there early 'cause there's lots of "tourists" and the light fades quickly. Page is a funky town w lots of eats; we liked State 48 Tavern and Slackers for a good burger. Taking 89 north of Page also has beautiful scenery.
Finally I would remind you that you're on Navajo tribal land so be respectful.
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