Tripod suggestions (low budget) - DPChallenge Forums

Tamron SP AF 28-75mm f/2.8 XR Di for Canon

01/03/2007 02:27:28 PM · #1

I just discovered (duh) why I need a good tripod. Have a cheapy one and if I turn the camera sidways, it does not stay supported in the position I set it.

So, what suggestions do you have for me on a low budget. I would like to get a decent one but not a high price tag.

Please advise and suggest features that I should look for.

pamelasue

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

01/03/2007 02:29:11 PM · #2

what do you consider low bugdet ... or a high price tag?

Ben

Canon EOS-30D

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM

01/03/2007 02:31:36 PM · #3

I bought the cheapest one in my local camera shop, i think it's called the Star 62 or something and it's just great. I've had it at all angles and outdorrs and it's never let me down.

AZSnapper

Nikon D80

Tokina AF 12-24mm f/4.0 AT-X Pro DX

01/03/2007 02:32:49 PM · #4

Try ebay. Not sure how 'cheap' you want, but I picked up a Bogen 3047 head for about 80 bucks, then a Bogen 3021 tripod with a head (which I'll sell) for about 150 bucks. Maybe not exactly 'cheap', but still a good price, I think. And heavy duty as all get out!

jan_vdw

Canon EOS-40D

Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM

01/03/2007 02:33:18 PM · #5

Hey, I use a Giottos VT-809. Works really well for me. Check it out on giottos.com

Can't tell what it will cost in your part of the world, but converted from Rand, I paid roughly $20 for it.

Jan.

MrEd

Sony DSLR-A100

Sigma 15-30mm f/3.5-4.5 EX Aspherical DG DF for Minolta

01/03/2007 02:36:53 PM · #6

Here's mine. There's a few reasons I bought it, but 1 major one was it folded to 19.3"....perfect for my carryon when travelling.

Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM

01/03/2007 02:37:22 PM · #7

thanks....high for me...is over $200.00 I'd say...but have a $20.00 Walmart and that obviously isn't going to cut it. fine for straight on shots....

I'll look around at your suggestions.... I didn't know the brand names to look for, or head types, etc.

digitalpins

Canon EOS-60D

01/03/2007 02:39:00 PM · #8

well I got a DynaTran AT 877BL Professional Tripod excellent quality no complaints all. Maybe a little heavy to carry around for a whole day but its awesome and well built ad very sturdy. I got mine of 75 bucks from from fredmiranda.com

Here is an ebay link to one of them DynaTran AT 877BL Tripod

check out their store they have more tripods....

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Telehubbie

Canon EOS-40D

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM

01/03/2007 02:48:05 PM · #9

I've seen these selling pretty cheap (comparitively) on Ebay:
Tripod link. I've never used this particular tripod, but have heard good things about it. I have the Manfrotto version of this setup, which I REALLY like but is a little out of your price range. The seller also has other models if you don't like the ballhead. I've bought lightstands from them, and they are a good seller.

SteveJ

Canon EOS-7D

Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM

01/03/2007 02:49:53 PM · #10

Take a look at the SLIK tripod range, good quality, good prices. I have the 400DX PRO, under Â£100 in UK.

Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 EX Aspherical DF for Canon

01/03/2007 03:08:20 PM · #11

Thank you I appreciate all your input...I'll begin shopping tonight...you have all given items to look at and compare!

hankk

Canon EOS-5D

01/04/2007 09:12:47 AM · #12

Originally posted by dassilem:

You can get a lot for $200.

The tripod head is a very personal preference--3 way, grip, ball, etc and within this range, there are a number of different quality levels. So go to a good camera store (ie one that has a large inventory) and try them. If you're going to NYC soon, stop by B&H. I think they have every quality tripod and head made on display.