Tripod - DPChallenge Forums

Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro for Canon

07/25/2005 08:22:38 AM · #1

I need a tripod sturdy enough for Nikon f2.8 70-200 lens (with camera, of course) But, I also need lightweight due to some nerve problems. What would be the least expensive tripod that would meet my needs? I bought a 79SunPak at Best Buy and found it is to unsteady. I don't have a camera story in town to look at example and try them. Any suggestions?

longlivenyhc

Canon EOS-300D Rebel

07/25/2005 08:31:34 AM · #2

this one is made of carbon fiber, holds 13 pounds and weighs 6.7 pounds. dont know if thats still too heavy for you but it seems to be a nice tripod. wish i had one.

rayg544

Olympus E-5

Olympus 18-180mm f/3.5-6.3 Zuiko ED Digitial Zoom

07/25/2005 08:32:06 AM · #3

I'm far from being a tripod expert, but if you have a Walmart near by (I'm being serious) check them out there. I got their MX1000, which is more than good enough for my P+S. They also have an MX2000 model that was much sturdier, but I didn't want to spend the extra 10 bucks. The MX2000 is $29.99 I believe. It won't hurt to look! :)

wilburdog

Nikon Coolpix 5700

07/25/2005 08:34:15 AM · #4

ditto to you Mary, I am in the same boat as you, in that I live in an isolated community and most often purchase without seeing. I am looking for that tripod that "one size fits all". It probably doesn't exist but I like to backpack, do mostly landscape/nature, but would like one that will work for me indoors (portraits etc). No problem with the price. Sorry for using your post, but it was the same topic.

colda

Nikon D800

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED

07/25/2005 08:40:27 AM · #5

I'm really happy with my Velbon 347E, not too heavy, lives permanently strapped to the bottom of my backpack and is study.

I should be getting a 70-200 f/2.8 in a couple of weeks so I will be able to tell you first hand how it copes, but I really don't see it being an issue

Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S

07/25/2005 09:07:41 AM · #6

With the 70-200 f/2.8 the lens mounts to the tripod... but with the Sunpak 7500 Pro there is play even with the lens mounted instead of the camera. Maybe I am doing something wrong... maybe there is something else I need to use... I had the sturdiest Wal-Mart Brand and it was not at all safe for the lens so I was hoping the Best Buy Tripod would work. It feels sturdier but there is still some play in it. I will check out the ones suggested. Thanks

Message edited by author 2005-07-25 09:24:15.

tjbel05

Nikon Z9

07/25/2005 09:18:48 AM · #7

I have the same lens, with my D70, My tripod is a Bogen Manfrotto, perfect weight, and holds my camera very well.

07/25/2005 09:25:34 AM · #8

tjbel05 which Bogen Manfrotto do you have?

eyeronik

07/25/2005 09:51:11 AM · #9

I bought a hama star 63 cheapo one for about Â£19.99-Â£25 here in UK. Quite surprising how good it is. Very solid indeed, comes with 2 spirit levels and goes about 1.5 metres I think (althought you can get bigger) Came with a carry bag too. Overall if you want a cheap one these are pretty good I think and it has all the usual adjustments.

Heres a picture of one (not fully extended)//www.mucphotos.de/Fotos/Hama_Star_63.jpg