Searching for a tripod...

[Narodenia]

I am in desperate need of a tripod. I have been searching around for awhile on what brand and model to get, problem is im on a pretty tight budget. I cant afford to buy a 200 dollar tripod, hell I cant even afford a 100 dollar tripod. I am really looking for something in the 40~50 range... which I know is extremely low. I understand that something this cheap inst going to be good quality or last long. All I ask is that its sturdy enough to handle my camera and lasts at least a year or so. I am also trying to find used tripods that are better quality, but have unsuccessful in finding any... Any help would be appreciated!

 

[David444]

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[duhast]

Quick Set vintage are fantastic...

Quick Set Elevator Junior Camera Tripod | eBay

 

[tirediron]

Since you don't list your location, I don't know if 'sites such as Craig's List are available to you, but if it is, that's where I'd start. I picked up a set of Manfrotto 055 legs for $60 last year (understanding that's over your stated budget, just an illustration to the kind of savings you can find). If however you're not able to find a really, really good deal, I would strongly advise against buying some cheap POS - there's nothing worse than that feeling that you get when you see your best body & lens start to topple... Consider renting or borrowing while you save a little more?

 

[Tiller]

Here a quote from another thread. Looks like this may be exactly what you're after.

....Buy the $45 Dolica Proline and you'll be completely happy. I own it and it's more than enough for your requirements.

 

[David444]

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[Tiller]

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Until one of its plastic parts fails and the camera falls to the ground.

Well it's obviously not the best, but sometimes it just is what it is.

 

[Narodenia]

Here a quote from another thread. Looks like this may be exactly what you're after.

....Buy the $45 Dolica Proline and you'll be completely happy. I own it and it's more than enough for your requirements.

If i bought that would I have to buy a different head? If so what would you suggest.

Quick Set vintage are fantastic...

Quick Set Elevator Junior Camera Tripod | eBay

Are they really? Thats incredibly cheap. Theres not much information on it either... do you know how much weight it supports?

Since you don't list your location, I don't know if 'sites such as Craig's List are available to you, but if it is, that's where I'd start. I picked up a set of Manfrotto 055 legs for $60 last year (understanding that's over your stated budget, just an illustration to the kind of savings you can find). If however you're not able to find a really, really good deal, I would strongly advise against buying some cheap POS - there's nothing worse than that feeling that you get when you see your best body & lens start to topple... Consider renting or borrowing while you save a little more?

Already checked Craigslist and could find anything really.

 

[Tiller]

If i bought that would I have to buy a different head? If so what would you suggest.

Nope, the head it comes with should be fine.

 

[Narodenia]

If i bought that would I have to buy a different head? If so what would you suggest.

Nope, the head it comes with should be fine.

Hmmm it does support quite a bit... do you own one?

 

[Tiller]

Nope. I was fortunate enough to be able to purchase a Manfrotto straight away.

 

[duhast]

Are they really? Thats incredibly cheap. Theres not much information on it either... do you know how much weight it supports?

I have my dad's that is probably close to 60 years old. I have used it with 35mm, now also my T3i, and years ago with a shoulder-hold VHS cassette camera. If you look at the beefier ones (with a counterweight spring on the head), those things are built like a tank. My 35mm capable one is very sturdy, and I love the swivel head that locks both axis with the one handle. I love them...

 

[Narodenia]

Are they really? Thats incredibly cheap. Theres not much information on it either... do you know how much weight it supports?

I have my dad's that is probably close to 60 years old. I have used it with 35mm, now also my T3i, and years ago with a shoulder-hold VHS cassette camera. If you look at the beefier ones (with a counterweight spring on the head), those things are built like a tank. My 35mm capable one is very sturdy, and I love the swivel head that locks both axis with the one handle. I love them...

I'm sure that was an expensive tripod at the time.