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09/15/2008 09:35:43 PM · #1 |
Been looking around for a tripod the last few days being i just got a remote switch and have been dying to go out and use it with a tripod.
I want to spend the money and get a decent tripod nothing cheap, Probably a Manfrotto set up. Mainly My biggest Concern is I dont know what type of Head to get I was looking at the 3 way heads i liked a lot along with the Ball heads just cannot decide on which. Any suggestions would be wonderful
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Jeremiah |
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09/15/2008 09:56:51 PM · #2 |
really depends on the types of photos you take. I like the three way for precise adjustment and the ability to isolate a single plane of movement. Ball heads make a lot of sense if you need to rapidly adjust and are more concerned with stability(like say nature shooting) I use my 3 way for everything and really havent found a great need for a ball myself. I would guess the times you would really want a ball if you had the 3 way would be far less than the times you would want a 3 way if you had a ball. I would go with a lighter duty head unless you like big lenses as the bigger ones do add some weight.
As for the tripod Manfrotto 100% outstanding equipment, second to none.
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09/15/2008 10:05:40 PM · #3 |
This is a sick ballhead
...but it better be at anywhere from $429-$500. The Wife got me the Original (big) which will hold 22lbs, the small one holds ~11lbs. Smooth as silk, fingertip tightening will hold the 40D+100-400mm no problem.
Don't overlook Induro for legs nicely priced and hearty rigs. I got set of 6M Alloy legs for the Novoflex as I wasn't really ready to dish out for Carbon Fiber.
Message edited by author 2008-09-15 22:06:35. |
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09/15/2008 10:06:30 PM · #4 |
I can't add anything to that. I use an older one that I found on eBay for $75 with the 3 way head, and it does all that I need to do. I am not sure if a ball head would be right for me since most of my shooting is landscape or nature if I am using a tripod. I have been looking for a used 3051, with the easy set legs where one lever adjusts all three at one time.
Your idea to spend the extra and get one that will do the job for a long time is the right thing to do. You never know when the "one big chance to get the shot" is going to occur, and you will not be happy unless you get quality.
The good ones are heavy, but worth the effort to tote to the shoot.
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09/16/2008 12:25:31 AM · #5 |
| Yeah a set of aluminum legs would do more than great for me i dont think i need the carbon fiber and if i do it probably wont be for a while. |
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09/16/2008 01:25:08 AM · #6 |
I use one of these on my manfrotto tripod.
I wasn't overly keen on it in the store because i have always been more orientated towards a 3way head type set up. Once I had a play with it, I coud see advantages straight away. You can position it any way you like just by sqeezing the trigger as you tilt it into position. Once you have the camera where you want it, just release the trigger & it's locked in place. A real fast head for positioning. You can even adjust the amount of friction on the ball so that you get nice non jerky movement while repositioning. It cost me roughly about the same as a three way head give or take a few dollars & I am totally satisfied with it.
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09/16/2008 07:26:32 AM · #7 |
Oh by the way whatever you choose to buy be absolutely certain that you spend up to get a Quick release plate for your setup. Manfrotto are nice because they have a positive locking feature so you can't accidentally release the camera from the base(say while tromping through the thick trees in search of a great shot) No matter what head or legs you get make sure you get the plate.
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09/16/2008 06:32:15 PM · #8 |
Alright i think i am going to go with a 3-way for sure after playing with them a bit yesterday.
Now if i can make up my mind on the tripod itself =P. |
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11/12/2008 01:53:03 PM · #9 |
Can anyone give tips/hints on what to look for in a good tripod/head?
I know Manfrotto is good quality.
I just don't know what features I should be concerned with.
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11/12/2008 02:00:43 PM · #10 |
Originally posted by AutumnCat:
Can anyone give tips/hints on what to look for in a good tripod/head?
I know Manfrotto is good quality.
I just don't know what features I should be concerned with. |
The features that make taking shots easy for YOU. Some like a video type head, some like a ball head and some use a three way head.
How much weight do you expect your tripod to hold? That will dictate which ones to consider. |
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11/12/2008 02:30:41 PM · #11 |
Thanks for the reply.
Currently my lenses are the 24-70 f2.8 & the 70-200 f2.8.
I'm not sure what the benefits are from the three different head types you mentioned.
I would like something that allows me to make adjustments easily (from someone who sometimes is all thumbs).
Based on specs it looks like my largest lens and my camera would weigh around 6lbs. (approx.).
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11/12/2008 02:33:49 PM · #12 |
Originally posted by AutumnCat:
Thanks for the reply.
Currently my lenses are the 24-70 f2.8 & the 70-200 f2.8.
I'm not sure what the benefits are from the three different head types you mentioned.
I would like something that allows me to make adjustments easily (from someone who sometimes is all thumbs).
Based on specs it looks like my largest lens and my camera would weigh around 6lbs. (approx.). |
Go for the legs that say they will support your equipment (including the weight of the head).
Based on your "all thumbs" comment you'd probably do best with a video type head or a ball head but.... you should go to a store and try all types to find the one that you like best. Just make sure the head is rated to support your equipment.
I used to use a ball head but now use a three way. For landscape shooting this works great. |
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