Help me pick between tripods!

ExclusiveMop · Oct 30, 2012

I am trying to choose a tripod and head for under 120$ i will use it for everything from outdoor to indoor. I own a Canon T3i with 2 lenses the biggest lense i have is 55-250mm and i'm thinking of getting a bigger one. I am looking in the price range of 0-120$ I found some on amazon. I need one at least 70"
-http://www.amazon.com/Dolica-AX620B100-62-Inch-Proline-Tripod/dp/B001D60LG8/ref=pd_cp_p_0

-Amazon.com: Ravelli APGL4 New Professional 70" Tripod with Adjustable Pistol Grip Head and Heavy Duty Carry Bag: Camera & Photo

-Amazon.com: Ravelli AVTP Professional 75mm Video Camera Tripod with Fluid Drag Head: Camera & Photo

Please share a tripod you found for under 120$ or help me choose! thanks

Derrel · Oct 30, 2012

For the price it is sold at, this one does look like a decent 'pod... Amazon.com: Ravelli APGL4 New Professional 70" Tripod with Adjustable Pistol Grip Head and Heavy Duty Carry Bag: Camera & Photo

orb9220 · Oct 30, 2012

Fyi the Dolcia I believe are rebranded Ravelli. Or was it vice-versa?

But have the Dolica GX600B200 Proline GX Series 60-Inch for occasional and light needs when needing a tripod.

The second choice would be the best choice for me. Being the 1st choice is lower version then my selection above and the 3rd choice being a Video Tripod and 29 inches folded length and at 6.5 lbs not counting the head and wouldn't want to carry around to far with it.
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ExclusiveMop · Oct 30, 2012

Derrel said:
For the price it is sold at, this one does look like a decent 'pod... Amazon.com: Ravelli APGL4 New Professional 70" Tripod with Adjustable Pistol Grip Head and Heavy Duty Carry Bag: Camera & Photo

The only thing i am worried about that tripod is the weight its pretty heavy and can get a little rough when travelling.

ExclusiveMop · Oct 30, 2012

I also found a decent tripod its alittle over my price range but i can save up think its good?
-Amazon.com: SLIK PRO 700DX Professional Tripod with Panhead (615-315): Electronics

ExclusiveMop · Oct 30, 2012

orb9220 said:
Fyi the Dolcia I believe are rebranded Ravelli. Or was it vice-versa?

But have the Dolica GX600B200 Proline GX Series 60-Inch for occasional and light needs when needing a tripod.

The second choice would be the best choice for me. Being the 1st choice is lower version then my selection above and the 3rd choice being a Video Tripod and 29 inches folded length and at 6.5 lbs not counting the head and wouldn't want to carry around to far with it.
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for the first choice i meant to put the 73" model in

Patriot · Oct 30, 2012

I think you should also invest in a good ball head too.

ExclusiveMop · Oct 30, 2012

Patriot said:
I think you should also invest in a good ball head too.

any ideas and which tripod? Thank you for your help Patriot

Patriot · Oct 31, 2012

I would get one that can hold at least x3 the weight of camera and the biggest lens you have. So if you go bigger in the future you'll still be covered.

shefjr · Oct 31, 2012

I have the dolica. I like it for a cheap tripod. I actually put the sigma 150-500 on it. The dolica head was semi solid however it would drop slightly when tightened. The legs also flexed slightly.

ExclusiveMop · Oct 31, 2012

Patriot said:
I would get one that can hold at least x3 the weight of camera and the biggest lens you have. So if you go bigger in the future you'll still be covered.

Thats a good idea i am probality gonna get the Ravelli one its heavy duty good price and comes with a bag so how can you be mad with that

SCraig · Oct 31, 2012

I'll give the same advice I always give when another "Which Tripod" post comes up: Don't Skimp On A Tripod! Are you REALLY willing to risk your camera to a cheap tripod? If it folds up and your camera hits the ground can you afford to replace or repair it? If a leg clamp or head breaks the company might fix your tripod, but not your camera.

I've had cheap tripods and never will again. I nearly lost my D90 in a river when shooting a waterfall and the cheap tripod I was using blew over. Luckily I grabbed the strap before it went in. Never, ever again.

Scuba · Oct 31, 2012

Don't skimp on the tripod. My family bought me one that was about $90 or something. It is ok for my wide angle but with the 70-200 on it I could barely get a sharp image because it was all over the place. Wait a little longer and save up some more.

ExclusiveMop · Oct 31, 2012

shefjr said:
I have the dolica. I like it for a cheap tripod. I actually put the sigma 150-500 on it. The dolica head was semi solid however it would drop slightly when tightened. The legs also flexed slightly.

I want a sturdy tripod because i'm going to be using it mostly outside

ExclusiveMop · Oct 31, 2012

Scuba said:
Don't skimp on the tripod. My family bought me one that was about $90 or something. It is ok for my wide angle but with the 70-200 on it I could barely get a sharp image because it was all over the place. Wait a little longer and save up some more.

i heard the Ravelli is a really sturdy one very solid with a case it might be a little bit heavy but it won't bother me much.