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06/28/2005 04:03:40 PM · #1
I need input on purchasing a tripod and ball head. I'm looking to spend around $200.00 My requirements are as follows:

Good stability
Quick Release plates
Extends to a minimum of 66 inches without using center pole.
Ground level shots

As far as ball heads go, I have no clue. I'm open for suggestions. I'm new to all this. Thank you.


06/29/2005 12:40:59 PM · #2
I have one of these

//www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=productlist&A=details&Q=&sku=362124&is=REG&addedTroughType=categoryNavigation

and I'm very pleased with it though the head is somewhat heavy if you intend lugging it around a lot. I'm afraid it's a bit more than your suggested budget but my previous tripod was less costly and much lighter and less stable and nearly useless so it may be worth considering spending a bit more and only buying a tripod once throughout your photography career.

There was a thread a day or so ago where someone was trying to sell a head like this one because he had found something better. Don;t know what the "something better" was and I can;t find the thread.
06/29/2005 01:03:03 PM · #3
I have the same head and love it!!! But ya, it is a bit heavier. I believe this is the thread previously mentioned:ballhead for sale The great JMSetzler is selling it and a good price.
06/29/2005 02:45:14 PM · #4
Thanks for the input. I just sent the link to my hubby and suggested it for a b-day gift. Well a girl can dream....

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