D80 tripods

[yogibear]

I have never really owned a tripod so i am not sure if they are camera specific. Im looking for some advice on a tripod for my d80 that is stable and versatile. I will be using this tripod not only in the city where i live but also in various locations in the woods and mountains around the northwest. I need something that will take a beating but also is not so heavy that its a burden to lug up a mountainside.

Any suggestions from the pros?

Thanks!

 

[deanlewis]

Hi Yogi,
Try the manfrotto 190xpro b. Very sturdy and definately versatile, you can adjust the top section to come out and lie horizontal. great for Macro work aswell.
Dean

 

[Big Mike]

Tripods are not camera specific, so don't worry about it. Most cameras have the same 1/4" female threads on the bottom. Just make sure that the tripod/head are sturdy enough to hold your camera/lens.

You can't go wrong with Manfrotto :thumbup:

 

[plastii]

What I have is:

Bogen / Manfrotto 055X PRO (BLACK) TRIPOD
488RC2 HEAD

I love it - very sturdy.

 

[SpeedTrap]

Ge a good one like Manfrotto,
If you get a cheap one you will not be happy when it breaks.

Remember the rule of tripods,

Light - Sturdy - Inexpensive

You only get 2 of the above options

 

[yogibear]

Thanks! Always so quick and helpful here. Ill look into those tripods. What would you consider a good price on one of these? Honestly i dont mind paying the extra money for something good. This is all an investment into my future career. Thanks again for the fast responses!

yogi

 

[plastii]

Check this one out:

http://www.adorama.com/BG190XB486RC.html