Tripod - WHICH ONE?

[DGMPhotography]

I may have to check that Leitz out, as for the reason I posted this, it's because I also wanted to get thoughts on the tripod that I linked xD

Simply put, that tripod you linked to is GARBAGE.

I could regurgitate what I've heard elsewhere, but I'll just let you read it from the source.

Thom Hogan's take on tripods

Both of them?

 

[cgipson1]

There was a reason that Manfrotto and Giottos (and RRS and Gitzo) were mentioned! (and note that no one mentioned the brands you found on amazon)!

 

[DGMPhotography]

Okay, okay Guess I'll just stick with hand held shooting for now xD

 

[haynie90]

No......the one you linked to.

 

[2WheelPhoto]

Why in the $#%^ are you all still discussing trash tripods when we've said over and over don't skimp and even offered real ones

 

[jwbryson1]

I have this Manfrotto 190XPROB Pro Aluminum Tripod Legs (Black) - 190XPROB


and this Manfrotto 327RC2 Joystick Head 327RC2 B&H Photo Video


and this combination ROCKS!

 

[Geaux]

If you are looking for a "budget" type of tripod, you can always look at a Vanguard. The Fro gave it a pretty good review, I debated on it, but ultimately decided on going with a Manfrotto setup.

Vanguard:
Amazon.com: Vanguard Alta Pro 263AGH Aluminum Tripod with GH-100 Pistol Grip Ball Head: Electronics

My setup
Manfrotto 055XPROB (BLACK) TRIPOD:


Manfrotto 498 MAXI BALL HEAD w/RC2 QR PLATE

Love my setup and doubtful I ever get another tripod, this one fits my needs perfectly.

 

[SCraig]

If you are looking for a "budget" type of tripod, you can always look at a Vanguard. The Fro gave it a pretty good review, I debated on it, but ultimately decided on going with a Manfrotto setup.

Having used a Manfrotto tripod would you be willing to use that Vanguard? I personally would never, ever go back to any of the lesser tripods I've used in the past.

 

[unpopular]

If you are on a budget, look on ebay. tripods depreciate very quickly. In fact, I am not sure I'd ever buy a new tripod.

Manfrotto 58" Tripod + 3 Way Head for Camera or Video Camera - Ships Free! 719821324041 | eBay

 

[DGMPhotography]

Thanks to those who have helped

 

[DGMPhotography]

If you are on a budget, look on ebay. tripods depreciate very quickly. In fact, I am not sure I'd ever buy a new tripod.

Manfrotto 58" Tripod + 3 Way Head for Camera or Video Camera - Ships Free! 719821324041 | eBay

Heh, it's the same price on Amazon new.... Amazon.com: Manfrotto MT293A3 293 Aluminum 3 Section Tripod: Camera & Photo

 

[unpopular]

Without a head.

 

[DGMPhotography]

Without a head.

Yes.... but neither does the eBay one

 

[Majeed Badizadegan]

You've gotta reach a little deeper into your wallet and go Manfrotto.

There's no substitutes, no shortcuts, when it comes to stabilizing your camera.

 

[DGMPhotography]

You've gotta reach a little deeper into your wallet and go Manfrotto.

There's no substitutes, no shortcuts, when it comes to stabilizing your camera.

Haha, I don't have a wallet to dig into. It's not that I wouldn't want to spend that much, it's just that I can't So I suppose I'll have to wait.