Tripod recommendations

lonnit said:

I've got a cheap tripod that can't handle the weight of my 75-300mm
lens; it just droops forward. Another problem I have, and I don't
know if this applies to better tripods, is that when I'm up on a
city roof shooting, it can be pretty windy. I end up having to
ditch the tripod and rest the camera directly on the parapet wall
(strap always around my neck of course!) or, my latest method,
camera on the tripod and don't let the legs out but sit the tripod
on the parapet wall (again, camera strap always around my neck!).
This last method worked very well for me about 30 stories up, but
I'm terrified of heights when it comes to roofs and I don't go near
the walls. There I was though, gutsy enough to be sitting my tripod
on the ledge and nauseated if I looked anywhere but right thru that
viewfinder! LOL!

Here are my parameters:

Ball head is a must - I'm sick of dealing with unlevel ground and
jerking around with the legs to get the camera level.

Lightweight is essential - I keep it attached to my minitrekker
backpack and I don't want anymore weight than I have to. The bag
already weighs a ton!

Max price in the $100 range - and no, that doesnt' mean $139.95! A
couple $ over, ok, but I really just cannot go more than about $129
and with that I'd really want to include tax.

If possible I'd like it sturdy enough to handle wind.

Please let me know what is the best quality tripod I can get for
the $ that meets these parameters.

Thanks!
Lonnit

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Tim Lauro said:

I also love my Joystick Head, 3265. Comes with a quick release too.

lonnit said:

I've got a cheap tripod that can't handle the weight of my 75-300mm
lens; it just droops forward. Another problem I have, and I don't
know if this applies to better tripods, is that when I'm up on a
city roof shooting, it can be pretty windy. I end up having to
ditch the tripod and rest the camera directly on the parapet wall
(strap always around my neck of course!) or, my latest method,
camera on the tripod and don't let the legs out but sit the tripod
on the parapet wall (again, camera strap always around my neck!).
This last method worked very well for me about 30 stories up, but
I'm terrified of heights when it comes to roofs and I don't go near
the walls. There I was though, gutsy enough to be sitting my tripod
on the ledge and nauseated if I looked anywhere but right thru that
viewfinder! LOL!

Here are my parameters:

Ball head is a must - I'm sick of dealing with unlevel ground and
jerking around with the legs to get the camera level.

Lightweight is essential - I keep it attached to my minitrekker
backpack and I don't want anymore weight than I have to. The bag
already weighs a ton!

Max price in the $100 range - and no, that doesnt' mean $139.95! A
couple $ over, ok, but I really just cannot go more than about $129
and with that I'd really want to include tax.

If possible I'd like it sturdy enough to handle wind.

Please let me know what is the best quality tripod I can get for
the $ that meets these parameters.

Thanks!
Lonnit

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iMac said:

and it does have a hook to hang a counter weight (camera bag) to
add stability in wind.

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iMac therefore iAm said:

I got the tripod for $140, and the Bogen 486RC2 ball head for about
$55 - both support up to 13.2 pounds. You're not gonna get anything
good for much less. You've come this far, and you've already
learned what skimping on a tripod gets you.

BTW, if I could have justified the extra cost, I would have loved
that grip ballhead Tim has!

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GAO said:

It will be difficult to get a decent ballhead and tripod for $100
that meet your criteria. Light = $, stable in wind = $, and a
stable ballhead=$ and to support the weight of your camera and lens.

Don't mean to be negative, I just can't think of any. Perhaps some
of the low end Slilk or low Velbron?

One thing you can do, if the tripod can support the extra weight
($), is to put a hook on the center post and hang a weight off it
for the wind.

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Hawkman said:

Gene

lonnit said:

I've got a cheap tripod that can't handle the weight of my 75-300mm
lens; it just droops forward. Another problem I have, and I don't
know if this applies to better tripods, is that when I'm up on a
city roof shooting, it can be pretty windy. I end up having to
ditch the tripod and rest the camera directly on the parapet wall
(strap always around my neck of course!) or, my latest method,
camera on the tripod and don't let the legs out but sit the tripod
on the parapet wall (again, camera strap always around my neck!).
This last method worked very well for me about 30 stories up, but
I'm terrified of heights when it comes to roofs and I don't go near
the walls. There I was though, gutsy enough to be sitting my tripod
on the ledge and nauseated if I looked anywhere but right thru that
viewfinder! LOL!

Here are my parameters:

Ball head is a must - I'm sick of dealing with unlevel ground and
jerking around with the legs to get the camera level.

Lightweight is essential - I keep it attached to my minitrekker
backpack and I don't want anymore weight than I have to. The bag
already weighs a ton!

Max price in the $100 range - and no, that doesnt' mean $139.95! A
couple $ over, ok, but I really just cannot go more than about $129
and with that I'd really want to include tax.

If possible I'd like it sturdy enough to handle wind.

Please let me know what is the best quality tripod I can get for
the $ that meets these parameters.

Thanks!
Lonnit

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Zaphod said:

Sounds like you want a high performance tripod + head for less than
$100. Keep dreaming...

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Zaphod said:

You can get a tripod and head for the kind of money you are talking
about and it may work adequately for none demanding situations. It
is, however, very easy to buy a cheap tripod that is LESS than
USELESS when you consider the frustration it can cause, and how it
will fail you when you really need it. This is the voice of
experience. I learned the hard way.

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Zaphod said:

Actually, go ahead and buy a cheap tripod + head combo. Nothing
teaches better than the burnt hand. I predict one of two things
will follow:

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Zaphod said:

1. The tripod will end up in the closet, never to be used again.
You will shoot everything handheld and miss out on all the
possiblities tripod shooting can offer you.

2. You will realize the error of your ways, and either sell the
cheapo tripod on eBay or give it to someone you really don't like.
You will then actually cough up the cash to buy a decent tripod,
head, and quick release.

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Zaphod said:

OK, OK I know you didn't ask for all this moralizing. I'll shut up
now.

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Zaphod said:

Good luck!, -Z
P.S. I agree, the 3021 is a decent tripod. You can probably get a
decent minimal setup for around the $200 range.

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Mike Alexander said:

lonnit said:

I never heard of a joystick head! Cool! what's the comparison of
that to a ball head?

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That's the same head I have. The joystick head is a ball head, but
instead of having a knob which you have to loosen and tighten, you
just squeeze the handle, position the camera, and release the
handle. Much quicker and easier than a standard ball head.

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lonnit said:

I never heard of a joystick head! Cool! what's the comparison of
that to a ball head?

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Brett DiMichele said:

I am sure that if your intention is to just "Drop Names" then yes
you will
spent $200+ on those Uber Wunder ball heads that all those "Pro's"
use.

But if you want a well built Ball Head made from all CNC Machined
Aluminum
just like those "big names" and one that can support just about
anything
you can think of mounting on it.. Look no further..



Max. Camera Supported: Medium format
Load Capacity: 22.00 lb (9.98 kg)
Height: 4.7" (11.9 cm)
Quick Release: No
Spirit Level: No
Tension Control: Yes
Tripod Mt. Thread Size: 3/8"-16 (1/4"-20 reducer bushing is provided)
Weight: 1.24 lb (0.56 kg)

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=cart&A=details&Q=&sku=156561&is=REG

Seems like a mighty fine deal to me??? Oops it doesn't say
ArcaSwiss on it


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PhilMarshall said:

Lonnit

I recently went down this road - for everything I've learned about
taking pictures these past few months, I just couldn't get my head
(there I go, punning again) around tripods.

So... I went to Focus, which is the UK trade show,a nd spoke to the
nice people on the Manfrotto (Bogen to you) stand.

I ended up with the 055CLB (which is the 3021 in Bogen-speak) and I
have to say it's very, very good. Very solid, but not exactly
light-weight.

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ViewFinder said:

Head-wise, I decided against a ballhead as I chiefly intend to be
doing portraits, and after much discussion, settled on a 3-way
(329RC4) which is solid as a rock.

I think the thing you need to remember is that you are trusting
(potentially) many thousands of dollars worth of kit to the tripod,
and a wrong decision could be disastrous.

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ViewFinder said:

I did see lots of good reports (around here) about the Slik 700DX,
and I think that probably most closely fits your budget, but I
think if you look at the Bogen pods (or indeed the Gitzos) you will
see a quality and solidity that you won't want to be without.

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ViewFinder said:

Phil

lonnit said:

I've got a cheap tripod that can't handle the weight of my 75-300mm
lens; it just droops forward. Another problem I have, and I don't
know if this applies to better tripods, is that when I'm up on a
city roof shooting, it can be pretty windy. I end up having to
ditch the tripod and rest the camera directly on the parapet wall
(strap always around my neck of course!) or, my latest method,
camera on the tripod and don't let the legs out but sit the tripod
on the parapet wall (again, camera strap always around my neck!).
This last method worked very well for me about 30 stories up, but
I'm terrified of heights when it comes to roofs and I don't go near
the walls. There I was though, gutsy enough to be sitting my tripod
on the ledge and nauseated if I looked anywhere but right thru that
viewfinder! LOL!

Here are my parameters:

Ball head is a must - I'm sick of dealing with unlevel ground and
jerking around with the legs to get the camera level.

Lightweight is essential - I keep it attached to my minitrekker
backpack and I don't want anymore weight than I have to. The bag
already weighs a ton!

Max price in the $100 range - and no, that doesnt' mean $139.95! A
couple $ over, ok, but I really just cannot go more than about $129
and with that I'd really want to include tax.

If possible I'd like it sturdy enough to handle wind.

Please let me know what is the best quality tripod I can get for
the $ that meets these parameters.

Thanks!
Lonnit

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hockeynut said:

That rules out carbon fiber. It also rules out an entry level
ballhead w/ quick release. You can get a ballhead, but it won't
have quick release... and I doubt it would handle more than 5lbs.

With your price range, I'd go with a Bogen aluminum...
Either the 3001, 3021, or the 3051, depending on your needs.
Read this review...
http://www.photo.net/nature/bogtri

Still, I think you should splurge, break the $100 barrier, and get
a ballhead that supports quickrelease. Bogen makes an inexpensive
($58) one that will let you get to work without killing your
pocketbook. I searched, and, except for Slik, I couldn't find
anything under $100 until I found the Bogen 486RC2.
It works fine for my 10D and 70-200 F2.8 IS (3.5lbs of lens) on a
monopod. If you want better pan capability, you might consider
moving to the Bogen 488. I know the 486 is rated for at least 11
lbs.
Again, you will want quick release. It's nice to have, and easier
on your camera. I just leave the quick release plate on my 70-200
2.8 IS. Your 75-300 weighs less, and won't have a tripod collar,
so I'd just put the plate on the 10D and leave it there. But, even
with this setup, you could pick up a Sigma 50-500 and still not
have to upgrade.

I have a Bogen monopod which I do NOT leave on my mini-trekker, I
leave mine in my vehicle... I grab it if I need it. I know some
other people that do the same.

The 486RC2 is about $58 at Adorama. The 488RC2 is close to $90.
I bought a 680B monopod. It's $46 at Adorama. I bought my stuff
in local shops, but I didn't pay too much more than those prices.

lonnit said:

I've got a cheap tripod that can't handle the weight of my 75-300mm
lens; it just droops forward. Another problem I have, and I don't
know if this applies to better tripods, is that when I'm up on a
city roof shooting, it can be pretty windy. I end up having to
ditch the tripod and rest the camera directly on the parapet wall
(strap always around my neck of course!) or, my latest method,
camera on the tripod and don't let the legs out but sit the tripod
on the parapet wall (again, camera strap always around my neck!).
This last method worked very well for me about 30 stories up, but
I'm terrified of heights when it comes to roofs and I don't go near
the walls. There I was though, gutsy enough to be sitting my tripod
on the ledge and nauseated if I looked anywhere but right thru that
viewfinder! LOL!

Here are my parameters:

Ball head is a must - I'm sick of dealing with unlevel ground and
jerking around with the legs to get the camera level.

Lightweight is essential - I keep it attached to my minitrekker
backpack and I don't want anymore weight than I have to. The bag
already weighs a ton!

Max price in the $100 range - and no, that doesnt' mean $139.95! A
couple $ over, ok, but I really just cannot go more than about $129
and with that I'd really want to include tax.

If possible I'd like it sturdy enough to handle wind.

Please let me know what is the best quality tripod I can get for
the $ that meets these parameters.

Thanks!
Lonnit

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Sharif said:

Dear Lonnit,
your restrictions are almost similar to mine when I researched
tripods about a month ago. Unfortunately a carbon tripod is over
your (and mine) price range therefore you need a good aluminum
model. I came up with the following combo:

Bogen 3001BD (I have the European version Manfrotto 190 CLB)
It has quick release levers, extends to 57.1 inches and measures
20.9 inches when closed. weight is 3.9 lbs. The 3001 if extended is
high enough for me to raise the camera slightly above my eye level
on my ballhead. I measure 1.76 m (sorry don't know what this is in
feet and inches)
I'd recommend it over the 3021 models (which are slightly higher)
for it's lower weight but.... this really comes down to taste.

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Sharif said:

A good ball head would be the 486RC2 which was already recommended
by others. It weighs 1lb and supports up to 13.2lbs weight of gear.
The 486RC2 has a quick release. Only thing missing on this head is
a separate lock for panorama pictures... you can't have all for
this price.

A combo of the tripod and Ballhead should be approximately US$120
I am very happy with it so far. only complaint is....weight. Less
would be nicer. But I believe it's the best compromise for
price/quality/sturdiness and weight.

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Sharif said:

Kind regards,
Sharif

lonnit said:

I've got a cheap tripod that can't handle the weight of my 75-300mm
lens; it just droops forward. Another problem I have, and I don't
know if this applies to better tripods, is that when I'm up on a
city roof shooting, it can be pretty windy. I end up having to
ditch the tripod and rest the camera directly on the parapet wall
(strap always around my neck of course!) or, my latest method,
camera on the tripod and don't let the legs out but sit the tripod
on the parapet wall (again, camera strap always around my neck!).
This last method worked very well for me about 30 stories up, but
I'm terrified of heights when it comes to roofs and I don't go near
the walls. There I was though, gutsy enough to be sitting my tripod
on the ledge and nauseated if I looked anywhere but right thru that
viewfinder! LOL!

Here are my parameters:

Ball head is a must - I'm sick of dealing with unlevel ground and
jerking around with the legs to get the camera level.

Lightweight is essential - I keep it attached to my minitrekker
backpack and I don't want anymore weight than I have to. The bag
already weighs a ton!

Max price in the $100 range - and no, that doesnt' mean $139.95! A
couple $ over, ok, but I really just cannot go more than about $129
and with that I'd really want to include tax.

If possible I'd like it sturdy enough to handle wind.

Please let me know what is the best quality tripod I can get for
the $ that meets these parameters.

Thanks!
Lonnit

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Dave Deacon said:

You'll get more for your money of you buy used. I do not know th
ebest places for used goods in the USA but other here will. The
good tripods are very solid and last a lifetime.

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Joo said:

For a lot of tripods, the bottom of the center post is covered by a
rubber cap. If you remove this rubber cap, you should see two holes
in the center post, one on each side. Go to a hardware store and
purchase a bolt, a nut, and an S hook of appropriate size. Attach
the bolt/nut to the center post through the holes and make sure it
goes S hook is hanging from the bolt from the inside of the center
post.

Now, when you setup your tripod, you can hang your camera bag or
backpack from the hook and give more weight and stability to the
tripod.

Hope this is clear...

Joo

lonnit said:

I've got a cheap tripod that can't handle the weight of my 75-300mm
lens; it just droops forward. Another problem I have, and I don't
know if this applies to better tripods, is that when I'm up on a
city roof shooting, it can be pretty windy. I end up having to
ditch the tripod and rest the camera directly on the parapet wall
(strap always around my neck of course!) or, my latest method,
camera on the tripod and don't let the legs out but sit the tripod
on the parapet wall (again, camera strap always around my neck!).
This last method worked very well for me about 30 stories up, but
I'm terrified of heights when it comes to roofs and I don't go near
the walls. There I was though, gutsy enough to be sitting my tripod
on the ledge and nauseated if I looked anywhere but right thru that
viewfinder! LOL!

Here are my parameters:

Ball head is a must - I'm sick of dealing with unlevel ground and
jerking around with the legs to get the camera level.

Lightweight is essential - I keep it attached to my minitrekker
backpack and I don't want anymore weight than I have to. The bag
already weighs a ton!

Max price in the $100 range - and no, that doesnt' mean $139.95! A
couple $ over, ok, but I really just cannot go more than about $129
and with that I'd really want to include tax.

If possible I'd like it sturdy enough to handle wind.

Please let me know what is the best quality tripod I can get for
the $ that meets these parameters.

Thanks!
Lonnit

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Zaphod said:

2. Heavier is more stable. Period. Once you actually have your
tripod on location, and all other things being equal, a heavier
tripod will be more stable. Yes, you can hang a bag from a
lightweight tripod but that is one more complication every time you
set up or move your pod. What are you going to do when the wind
blows and the bag starts swaying?

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Zaphod said:

3. Carbon Fiber is more delicate than aluminum. What are you going
to do when you snap a leg off your $400 CF tripod? My aluminum
tripod has been in many, many rough circumstances and I have never
had to worry about it.

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Zaphod said:

Don't get me wrong. Gitzos CFs are wonderful tripods. I may buy
one myself one day. They are not, however, a panacea. They are a
specialty device that MAY actually be LOWER performance in some
circumstances and require more specialized handling than a quality
aluminum tripod. Just something to consider.

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lonnit said:

See, this is why I love you all. Within moments I get all the info
I need on whatever question arises! You guys are the best!

BTW, for the record, I'm not an idiot; my typing is just sloppy! LOL!

Here goes... whole new train of thought. I'm not happy with the
compromises I'll have to make, so this is what I'm going to do:

Forget the ball head for now. Let's look at tripods with standard
heads right now, within the $100 - $150 range. I will buy that now
and LATER I can add the ball head, after hubby gets over the tripod
purchase. This way, I don't have the huge investment all at
once, and who knows, I might start making money selling stock and
I'll be able to justify going for an even better ball head later! I
can spend anything I want on this as long as it's paying for
itself.

So, what are your recommendations now? Essential is lightest
possible weight and quick release, the ability to add the ballhead
later, strong enough to hold my bag should I desire to clip it on
for stabilization (I don't need an actual hook on the tripod as I
have plenty of clips on the backpack that can wrap around the
center post supports - so lets be sure the supports can handle that
if it doesn't have a clip! Hmmmmm.... perhaps we ought to look for
one with a hook so taht we know it's made to handle it?)

I think this is being much more reasonable, right?

Thanks,
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lonnit said:

As for the hook, my end cap is missing and the cheapo plastic
doesnt' have holes. However, I can easily clip my bag right onto
the tripod. However, I will not be doing this b.c. I can't trust it
not to break under the weight!

Lonnit

Joo said:

For a lot of tripods, the bottom of the center post is covered by a
rubber cap. If you remove this rubber cap, you should see two holes
in the center post, one on each side. Go to a hardware store and
purchase a bolt, a nut, and an S hook of appropriate size. Attach
the bolt/nut to the center post through the holes and make sure it
goes S hook is hanging from the bolt from the inside of the center
post.

Now, when you setup your tripod, you can hang your camera bag or
backpack from the hook and give more weight and stability to the
tripod.

Hope this is clear...

Joo

lonnit said:

I've got a cheap tripod that can't handle the weight of my 75-300mm
lens; it just droops forward. Another problem I have, and I don't
know if this applies to better tripods, is that when I'm up on a
city roof shooting, it can be pretty windy. I end up having to
ditch the tripod and rest the camera directly on the parapet wall
(strap always around my neck of course!) or, my latest method,
camera on the tripod and don't let the legs out but sit the tripod
on the parapet wall (again, camera strap always around my neck!).
This last method worked very well for me about 30 stories up, but
I'm terrified of heights when it comes to roofs and I don't go near
the walls. There I was though, gutsy enough to be sitting my tripod
on the ledge and nauseated if I looked anywhere but right thru that
viewfinder! LOL!

Here are my parameters:

Ball head is a must - I'm sick of dealing with unlevel ground and
jerking around with the legs to get the camera level.

Lightweight is essential - I keep it attached to my minitrekker
backpack and I don't want anymore weight than I have to. The bag
already weighs a ton!

Max price in the $100 range - and no, that doesnt' mean $139.95! A
couple $ over, ok, but I really just cannot go more than about $129
and with that I'd really want to include tax.

If possible I'd like it sturdy enough to handle wind.

Please let me know what is the best quality tripod I can get for
the $ that meets these parameters.

Thanks!
Lonnit

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and offer your comments. The fastest way for me to learn is when
you tell me what I'm doing right and what I'm doing wrong, what you
like and what you don't. I welcome all opinions.



WARNING: 10D-itis is contagious!!!!!!!

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• Maybe one day I'll take a decent picture. In the meantime, I'll blame the equipment.