Which Tripod should I buy?

[bsnpr24]

I would like to buy:

Manfrotto 294 Aluminum 3-Section Tripod W/QR Ballhead
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/748116-REG/Manfrotto_MK294A3_A0RC2_294_Aluminum_3_Section_Tripod.html

Or

Manfrotto 294 Aluminum 3-Section Tripod W/3-Way Head
Manfrotto 294 Aluminum 3-Section Tripod W/3-Way Head


Do you recomend another Tripod?

Thanks

 

[tirediron]

Those aren't bad, BUT they're on the light side; note that the maximu load capacity is 11lbs for each. A good rule of thumb is to have a head & legs that will support TWICE the weight of your heaviest lens & body combination. Since, in this case, that would mean about 5.5 lbs, you're pretty much limited to a consumer-level body and kit zoom. If that's all you have and all you intend to get in the foreseeable future, then it will do you fine. Manfrotto is a very name, but if you're thinking of getting heavier glass, a heavier body.... consider saving time and money in the long run and spending a little more on a tripod now.

 

[IslandShooter]

What camera and lens do you have? And what kind of subjects will you be shooting?

 

[KenC]

Manfrotto is great, but you really need to go into a store and handle a tripod to see if it's comfortable for you.

 

[David444]

Before you buy a tripod you should read this.

Tripods and Ball Heads by Thom Hogan