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07/10/2010 04:43:44 AM · #1 |
| G'day I have a new 7d and I finally have saved up some more money and would like to get a tripod. Can anyone suggest a light weight tripod as I like to hike. The biggest lens would be a 70-200mm and I don't wan to spend a fortune but want some strong and sturdy. Thanks Brooke |
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07/10/2010 04:45:32 AM · #2 |
The things to look at would be the load capacity of the tripods you look at. Light + sturdy + inexpensive don't usually go together.
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07/10/2010 04:56:23 AM · #3 |
| I was just hoping for suggestions. I know I'll need to spend bit, just not sure on good brands etc |
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07/10/2010 05:00:34 AM · #4 |
Why not search some out and get some opinions on the ones you are looking at.
Manfrotto, Gitzo, Induro, Slik are some names that produce good tripods.
Mine is Induro (not carbon fibre) so may not be considered light enough for hiking. Also, consider the head as well as for most good tripods, the legs and head are sold separately. |
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07/10/2010 05:00:59 AM · #5 |
For my 50D, I purchased the Benro TRA 269. I also wanted something lightweight and would fold up small for hiking, and this one really fit the bill. I have been using it for about 6 months now, and haven't found anything I don't like about it.
They also sell some carbon fiber tripods to take a bit of weight off, but only about 0.5 pounds, so the increased cost may not be worth it.
//www.benro.com/main/ |
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07/10/2010 12:44:08 PM · #6 |
I bought a Giottos. While mine is very heavy, it is aluminum. It's made very well. There's another fellow on here that has the same tripod as me and has the same good things to say. They are probably going to be a bit heavier than a Gitzo for the same weight rating, but way lower in price.
Keep in mind you'll need a head too. I have an Acratech GV2 that I love. Also consider the height of the tripod for ease of shooting. To make things easier to pack, a 4 section is going to pack smaller, but be slower on setup. Gitzo is going to be the cream of the crop, but cost the most. Those things are amazingly strong, light, and well made. They also cost $600...
This little article is well worth reading though.
What's your absolute money limit? |
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07/10/2010 12:47:45 PM · #7 |
Slik 400DX or similar are good build quality, versatile and relatively inexpensive, all things taken into account. I have one and a Manfrotto, just to cover different lens/camera combinations.
I like the Slik feel, could a worthwhile investment on a limited budget:) |
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