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12-05-2010, 11:34 PM
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#1 | Cool beans bro
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So I'm looking to spoil myself for Christmas and planning on buying a new tripod. I know I should initially spend a good amount on one since I'll have it forever but I wanted to ask you guys whats good for within my budget. Im looking to spend between 250-350 on a good Manfrotto. I went on the site and was overwhelmed with options. I was looking at the kits since I need the tripod and head but have no idea what to look for. I'll be shooting video as well and wanted to ask you guys which route I should be taking. Thanks |
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12-06-2010, 12:17 AM
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#2 | Banned (ABWS)
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Good way to determine which head to get, is to calculate how heavy your camera / video equipment would total up to.
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12-06-2010, 12:51 AM
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check out my blog post for Benro Trab. It is AWESOME for the price for a full sized yet SUPER compact tripod for traveling. It's pretty much a gitzo knockoff for a fraction of the cost. It's amazing! Only of a small number of tripods that I can fold up and put inside my carry on for the airline while being able to support a full sized DSLR + pro lens AND be tall enough for full functionality and use. http://jacksonzhao.com/blog/2009/12/update/
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12-06-2010, 01:32 AM
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#4 | Cool beans bro
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Originally Posted by ksceric Good way to determine which head to get, is to calculate how heavy your camera / video equipment would total up to. | It's going to be a 7D with either a 24-70L or a Tokina 11-16 at its heaviest.
Thanks or the insight so far.
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12-06-2010, 07:55 AM
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i found that height (without the column raised) is somewhat important.. i found it tough to fuss around to get the perfect height on the 055xprob's because of my height (i'm 5'7), so i opted for the 190xprob's which were perfect with my ball head. and it can carry my 50Dgripped+70-200 2.8 with little issues.
jackson thanks for heads up on the benro. i'm definitely going to check that out since i want something to fit in my carry-on and not my checked luggage :P
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12-06-2010, 08:08 AM
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#6 | F**K YOUR HEAD
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Where do they sell the benro.
Ahh Jackson your font colour is hard to read |
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12-06-2010, 09:26 AM
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#7 | 14 dolla balla aint got nothing on me!
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i believe bhphoto and adorama carry benro
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12-06-2010, 10:07 AM
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I too am looking into a new tripod for my 5D2 and have been looking into the manfrottos. I seem to have narrowed it down to the 190 and 055. I seem to be leaning towards 055 because it is a bit taller without raising the center colum. Still havnt decided yet on the 190 or 055.
Ps: why r gitzo tripods costs quite a bit more than other brands? Posted via RS Mobile |
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12-06-2010, 10:20 AM
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#9 | 14 dolla balla aint got nothing on me!
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just wanted to post this up in case no one saw it before (previous tripod thread) http://www.revscene.net/forums/tripod-help-t603910.html
topec: what sort of lenses are you using on your 5d2? i recently bought the manfrotto 055xprob and 498rc4 for my 5d2 + 70-200 2.8 and it is very rock solid.
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12-06-2010, 02:17 PM
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#10 | Snapping away
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+1 to a head like the 498. horizontal adjustment is very useful
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12-06-2010, 03:11 PM
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Originally Posted by moky just wanted to post this up in case no one saw it before (previous tripod thread) http://www.revscene.net/forums/tripod-help-t603910.html
topec: what sort of lenses are you using on your 5d2? i recently bought the manfrotto 055xprob and 498rc4 for my 5d2 + 70-200 2.8 and it is very rock solid. | so far only the 24-105 i use mostly, but down the road, i dont think i'll get much telephoto lenses, but more like wide angle lens. i think i looked into that exact combo last night. how much did that run u?
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12-06-2010, 03:24 PM
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#12 | 14 dolla balla aint got nothing on me!
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i can't remember since i picked it up in portland. i know i saved maybe 150 total?
try heading to local stores here and see if u prefer the 055 or the 190, that, and see which one is better suited to your height
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12-06-2010, 06:06 PM
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Yup, I was thinkin of checking it out at local stores first before making the final decision Posted via RS Mobile |
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12-06-2010, 07:22 PM
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#14 | Cool beans bro
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Big difference between the 496 and 498? I'll be using it for video so I heard I'll want the panning options the 498 offers. But is it worth the 50$? Most likely going with a 190 as well.
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12-06-2010, 07:43 PM
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Originally Posted by m3thods jackson thanks for heads up on the benro. i'm definitely going to check that out since i want something to fit in my carry-on and not my checked luggage :P | there's this new Benro travel that's even more compact than mine. It's slightly longer than my Trab when retracted but it's alot flatter. http://www.benrousa.com/products_TravelFlatTripods.html Quote:
Originally Posted by ilvtofu Ahh Jackson your font colour is hard to read | fixed! thnx for the headsup
the cheapest place i found them were on amazon. It was $20 cheaper than B&H when i got mine.
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12-08-2010, 04:11 PM
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Originally Posted by JordanLee Big difference between the 496 and 498? I'll be using it for video so I heard I'll want the panning options the 498 offers. But is it worth the 50$? Most likely going with a 190 as well. | if u using it for video a lot u may want to look at a video head, or probably a shoulder rig later on
the 498 is useful for landscapes when you recompose since you can lock the vertical axis and pan left to right. i guess u could use it for panos as well. manfrotto actually has a new head with bubble levels on it and it pans, i forgot what the model number is. don't think it's out yet.
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12-08-2010, 04:33 PM
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Originally Posted by TOPEC I too am looking into a new tripod for my 5D2 and have been looking into the manfrottos. I seem to have narrowed it down to the 190 and 055. I seem to be leaning towards 055 because it is a bit taller without raising the center colum. Still havnt decided yet on the 190 or 055.
Ps: why r gitzo tripods costs quite a bit more than other brands? Posted via RS Mobile | I ended up going with a gitzo gt2541 carbon tripod and manfrotto 488rc2 head. I had the manfrotto 190 tripod for a few days but found it was too short for me without the column extended (I'm 5'10"). I was debating the 055 legset instead but it was heavy IMO. I felt that a tripod is a one time investment so I sprung for the gitzo in the end. I love my tripod and use it often enough hence buying a nice one that weighs only 3lbs
To the op, I'd rather go with the manfrotto for that price range especially if you have nice gear. Im not a fan if knock off products! Posted via RS Mobile |
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12-09-2010, 08:40 PM
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#18 | F**K YOUR HEAD
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Anyone have opinion on this
Slik Pro 340DX http://www.memoryexpress.com/Product...26702(ME).aspx
Max load of 8.8lbs should be more than enough for me
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12-10-2010, 04:41 AM
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asian XL most of the time i don't understand your fails. If you don't think its a good tripod, then just write "I think that tripod sucks." No need to fail him for asking peoples opinions on a certain item.
The tripod you listed weighs 6.5 pounds it says at the bottum, you might want to look for something a bit lighter. Have being gone through a few tripods myself, i'd look back and say that a Tripod is an investment into your photography future. Spend a bit more coin on something that will last you a while. I'd much rather spend $500 on a tripod once, than spend 100 then 200 then 350 and then 500 for the right tripod. Might seem expensive now, but look into it as an investment!
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12-10-2010, 05:23 AM
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If you don't mind second hand, try looking in used market.
I recently purchased a Benro C-128 carbon fiber tripod for 120USD shipped to Blaine. It's sturdy and comparable to my old Manfro 190 that got stolen at much less weight.
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12-10-2010, 03:56 PM
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Originally Posted by Boostslut asian XL most of the time i don't understand your fails. If you don't think its a good tripod, then just write "I think that tripod sucks." No need to fail him for asking peoples opinions on a certain item.
The tripod you listed weighs 6.5 pounds it says at the bottum, you might want to look for something a bit lighter. Have being gone through a few tripods myself, i'd look back and say that a Tripod is an investment into your photography future. Spend a bit more coin on something that will last you a while. I'd much rather spend $500 on a tripod once, than spend 100 then 200 then 350 and then 500 for the right tripod. Might seem expensive now, but look into it as an investment! | i agree with Boostslut!
you might not want to spend the $1000 on a Gitzo, but a nice Manfrotto will not cost that much and will last you a lifetime.
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12-10-2010, 04:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Boostslut asian XL most of the time i don't understand your fails. If you don't think its a good tripod, then just write "I think that tripod sucks." No need to fail him for asking peoples opinions on a certain item.
The tripod you listed weighs 6.5 pounds it says at the bottum, you might want to look for something a bit lighter. Have being gone through a few tripods myself, i'd look back and say that a Tripod is an investment into your photography future. Spend a bit more coin on something that will last you a while. I'd much rather spend $500 on a tripod once, than spend 100 then 200 then 350 and then 500 for the right tripod. Might seem expensive now, but look into it as an investment! | Hmm good point, I guess I'll have to save up. And don't worry about asian XL he just decided to stalk all my posts yesterday and failed them cause he was sore I failed his one post...
Then again if it gets stolen I'd probably cry about a $500 tripod...
@hehe damn where'd you find one that cheap?
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12-10-2010, 06:54 PM
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i found that by buying a cable release, my so-so tripod will do me for now.
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12-10-2010, 09:21 PM
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a good test is to use the tripod on a bridge. becomes very apparent which one is sturdy
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12-10-2010, 10:30 PM
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Sorta on topic. New head from Manfrotto, I want! Hopefully it's cheaper than the 504HD head.... |
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