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02/07/2007 04:53:58 PM · #1 |
I was interested in getting a tripod for my camera. I was wondering what you folks would recommend as far as that goes. I'm looking at saving some money and I don't need anything so amazingly durable or anything like that . I'd mostly be doing things like portraits/wedding shoots/scenery. I don't really know the first thing about it and I'd like to see what kind of a difference a tripod could make.
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02/07/2007 04:59:13 PM · #2 |
Dude, if your going to be doing stuff like weddings you DO need something amazingly sturdy. Why would you put a $40 tripod under a $800 camera? When it fails - and the cheap ones usually do, it could break your equipment.
That said, there are lots of discussions about tripods in the forums. A quick search should give you all of the information you need.
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02/08/2007 01:11:01 AM · #3 |
Get one of the complete tripods with a ball head in the $1-200 range and you'll probably be happy with it.
Bogen/Manfrotto makes some pretty good stuff. Their 3021 legset is good, that's what I'm planning to get as an intermediate step since I know I'll be buying a Gitzo 3530 eventually but I need something to support a large format camera and my lightweight Manfrotto won't do the trick.
The 3021 with a 488 ballhead would be a good setup, for about $250.
Here's a little reading material for you:
//www.bythom.com/support.htm
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02/08/2007 01:25:04 AM · #4 |
Amvona.com's Dynatran AT6703\ is my choice recommendation lately. It offers a solid tripod, which has a center column that doubles as a monopod, a pistol-grip head with quick-release plate. Holds up to 13lbs, plenty for your camera and a 70-200IS
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02/08/2007 01:32:20 AM · #5 |
Originally posted by wavelength:
Amvona.com's Dynatran AT6703\ is my choice recommendation lately. It offers a solid tripod, which has a center column that doubles as a monopod, a pistol-grip head with quick-release plate. Holds up to 13lbs, plenty for your camera and a 70-200IS |
I seen this in another thread. Those are sweet. I wish I would've seen them before I bought the 3021.
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02/08/2007 01:36:15 AM · #6 |
Originally posted by NstiG8tr:
Originally posted by wavelength:
Amvona.com's Dynatran AT6703\ is my choice recommendation lately. It offers a solid tripod, which has a center column that doubles as a monopod, a pistol-grip head with quick-release plate. Holds up to 13lbs, plenty for your camera and a 70-200IS |
I seen this in another thread. Those are sweet. I wish I would've seen them before I bought the 3021. |
I just wish you could get a short center column for that one, 31' is a bit high as a minimum height, but to be expected with the monopod in the middle :/
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02/08/2007 10:39:57 AM · #7 |
What are the max/min heights on the monopod of the AT6703? I'm thinking the height details listed are for the whole tripod, not the monopod. How easy is it to adjust the height of the monopod?
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02/08/2007 11:01:48 AM · #8 |
Originally posted by wavelength:
Amvona.com's Dynatran AT6703\ is my choice recommendation lately. It offers a solid tripod, which has a center column that doubles as a monopod, a pistol-grip head with quick-release plate. Holds up to 13lbs, plenty for your camera and a 70-200IS |
Their Ebay auctions are even cheaper. Here it is, current bid is at $31 with 5 hours left, but they usually go for around $60-$70. Check the seller for other kinds too at very reasonable prices. |
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02/08/2007 02:08:09 PM · #9 |
Originally posted by ExcaliburVT:
What are the max/min heights on the monopod of the AT6703? I'm thinking the height details listed are for the whole tripod, not the monopod. How easy is it to adjust the height of the monopod?
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The maximum height of the monopod is listed on the given page, just below the tripod specs. It's 66 inches.
Message edited by author 2007-02-08 14:08:18.
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02/08/2007 02:50:37 PM · #10 |
Originally posted by wavelength:
Amvona.com's Dynatran AT6703\ is my choice recommendation lately. |
Looks pretty good, and the price is great, but a bit heavy (9-10 lbs) to hike or travel with ... anyone have any experience/reccs for more lightweight options from amvona (i.e, cheaper than a manfrotto or gitzo!) |
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02/08/2007 02:57:19 PM · #11 |
Originally posted by EstimatedEyes:
Originally posted by wavelength:
Amvona.com's Dynatran AT6703\ is my choice recommendation lately. |
Looks pretty good, and the price is great, but a bit heavy (9-10 lbs) to hike or travel with ... anyone have any experience/reccs for more lightweight options from amvona (i.e, cheaper than a manfrotto or gitzo!) |
No, but here's a list of their ebay auctions on Carbon Fiber tripods. You can watch these things double in price over the last half hour, but the last set of legs went for about half the standard pricing.
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02/08/2007 06:16:43 PM · #12 |
| Can anyone recommend a travel tripod for someone in the 6' tall range? One that can be used without extending the center post? I'd like to be able to stand up and take shots without having to bend over for lengthy periods. TIA |
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02/08/2007 06:24:36 PM · #13 |
I bought these and they are sturdy as hell
Tripod Legs
And after seeing this Head I may buy it and Sell my head
Message edited by author 2007-02-08 18:29:57.
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02/11/2007 01:45:42 AM · #14 |
| Don't lose any sleep over it, that amvona crap can't hold a candle to your 3021... |
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