Thanks, but prefer the WH-200Have you looked at the Wimberley MH-100 monopod head I've had one for about a month and love it...smooth as a gimbal and once it's balanced doesn't "flop".
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Thanks, but prefer the WH-200Have you looked at the Wimberley MH-100 monopod head I've had one for about a month and love it...smooth as a gimbal and once it's balanced doesn't "flop".
I prefer carbon fiber. It's generally lighter and more resistant to vibration. Plus, it's not quite as hard on the hands in the coldSo, aside from height, center columns, and things like that.....what is the better choice Aluminum or Carbon Fiber? Again, looking at travel tripods.
I prefer carbon fiber. It's generally lighter and more resistant to vibration. Plus, it's not quite as hard on the hands in the cold
62 inches extended... way too short when you are 6’4 lolCheck out the Jobu Design Algonquin. Price will be quoted in $Cdn so that much better in $US. I have had this for over four years now. It is very well engineered and built with excellent materials (combination of aluminum and carbon Fibre) and I expect it to continue to serve me for years to come. https://www.jobu-design.com/Algonquin-Carbon-Tripod_p_122.html
I am 6'6". Recently bought a Gitzo 3543 XLS - absolutely love it! Aside from the performance, I don't have to extend the bottom leg at all - adds to stability. The plate is at 61" (with bottom leg still retracted/79" fully extended), so by the time I add the camera on the plate, or add a video head or a gimball, camera is at my eye level. Still have a leg retracted that gives me another 18" of heighth, if I need it. It is great when I am outside, shooting up at a bird (extend bottom leg as needed) and I can stand straight up without bending over. Did look at the LS model, but at full heighth, it just got my camera to eye level on even ground. No ability to go higher for birds/planes in the sky, no ability to leave legs overlapped 2" to add to stability. The XLS is .5# heavier, but it is great - a life time investment! B&H has it priced at $895 and periodically, on their FB ad, they are discounted to $810!62 inches extended... way too short when you are 6’4 lol
Thanks Eric, I hadn't seen the center column site, good info.I have had three Gitzo 3 series tripods. One was a major lemon - but another copy of the same tripod was fine.
My current tripod is a Really Right Stuff TVC34L.
Thom Hogan has a very good article on tripods and ballheads that guided my purchase 15 years ago. I have the same ballhead - a RRS BH-55 - and use it today.
Tripod 101 | DSLRBodies | Thom Hogan
Tripod and support information for photographywww.dslrbodies.com
Another good site to look at tripods is The Center Column. One concern I had is shorter tripods always rate better than tall tripods, even though for the reasons Steve mentioned, I feel tall tripods have a relative advantage. So I recalculated the scores using adjusted values based on how I view height and weight. Note that not all brands and models are evaluated.
Here is the link to their site: https://thecentercolumn.com/tripod-reviews/
Here is my revised ranking with consideration to vibration, optimum height, and acceptable weight. Any of these would be good choices.
FLM CP38-L4 II RRS TVC-34L RRS TVC-24L Feisol Elite CT-3472 M2 Gitzo GT3533LS Sytematic RRS TVC-33 Gitzo GT4533LS Systematic RRS TVC-33S ProMediaGear TR343L RRS TVC-23 RRS TFC-33S Leofoto LN-404C
Took your advice and bought a Wimberley MH-100 and love it! ThanksHave you looked at the Wimberley MH-100 monopod head I've had one for about a month and love it...smooth as a gimbal and once it's balanced doesn't "flop".
Well, maybe with Sony it's a bit different. Found this, check it out....I'm relatively new to the Sony system and I haven't seen a way to turn off the IBIS. Also, it seems like there isn't a clear consensus about turning off IS when using a tripod. I've always been of the school that says "do it the easiest way if it isn't clear which is best"... and it is easier to leave it alone (especially since I know I'll forget to turn it back on when handholding again).
Look at Robus. It is a B&H brand. I bought one and it is just as nice as my RRS for about half the price. Moose Peterson did a short review and really likes it. Great value and 10 year warranty. I have had zero issues with mine for the year I have owned it.Looks like a tripod without a center column. I've been looking for a decent tripod for wildlife and somewhat easier to travel with. Any recommendations on a tripod that don't break the bank?
I have a LEOFOTO LN 404, with a 100mm bowl for leveling....what a great tripod!Second vote for Leofoto, except I own the leofoto ln-364c.
Heading to Costa Rica in March. Am 6’6” and have a Gitzo 3543 XLS that with the Monfranto Fluid Head off is 28” long. How would you pack it safely to be checked? Too long to be in my suit case. Think it is too long for a carryon and I have a 25# SKB and a soft sized attaché for tickets, etc. Monopod is in checked suitcase. Appreciate your recommendations!I never take a tripod as carry on. My tripod/ball head/gimbal go in checked luggage. My computer and camera bags are carry-on and generally weigh about 30 lbs. Heaven forbid I had to juggle a tripod on board also!
I'm 5'3", 70+ years old and use a TVC-24L Love it! And carry it with me just about everywhere I go, even when shooting my 600mm!
The 3563 XLS is 28 inches fully retracted. I would pack it without the head in a suitcase. Most likely you will need to pack it diagonally. It it is still too long, your options are to remove the tripod feet to save a little, or possibly the bottom leg sections. You'll need to be careful with the bottom leg sections to be sure you assemble it properly and don't lose or break the sleeves. You might use a rubber band or plastic wrap to secure the sleeves safely. I would pack clothing between the tripod legs to reduce the possibility of excess stress on the joints or hub.Heading to Costa Rica in March. Am 6’6” and have a Gitzo 3643 XLS that with the Monfranto Fluid Head off is 28” long. How would you pack it safely to be checked? Too long to be in my suit case. Think it is too long for a carryon and I have a 25# SKB and a soft sized attaché for tickets, etc. Monopod is in checked suitcase. Appreciate your recommendations!