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<blockquote data-quote="Vincent" data-source="post: 489511" data-attributes="member: 15675"><p>So I`m up for a new tripod, tired of the go Gitzo messages (similar to Canon is the best) my conclusions:</p><p></p><p>Use: 600mm f4 lens + ...</p><p>Specs: Carbon (dampening), light weight (to 3,5 kg = 7,5 lbs), high reach (180 cm = 70 in), no centre column (portability), taking 18kg = 35lbs (safety margin is big), 3-4 sections (to be portable but stable).</p><p></p><p>Manfrotto: I have a 055CXPro4, it works but then my 500mm has not foot anymore (manfrotto 290 does not cut it), I do not want a second 055 for portability reasons with centre column.</p><p> I`m tempted by a 536 video tripod, but would like a really flat converter for the half ball connection, which seems an issue.</p><p></p><p>Gitzo: would have to go for a 4542LS, seems expensive and too low (61 in). Gitzo GT4552GTS seems to convene, then I found: The Systematic Series 4 gives solid support and torsion rigidity and is available in 3- or 4- section models, so I'm excluding 5 sections in general since less sections probably is better.</p><p></p><p>Really Right Stuff: 44, this is good hight, I believe it has a half ball connector and calling it expensive is an underestimate. I fear support in Europe.</p><p></p><p>Induro GIT404XL, seems the cheapest, you can get 10 years warranty, did not find it in Europe though.</p><p></p><p>So I end up with a Sirui (Chinese indeed) R-5214xl from a trusted dealer with long guarantee. High, heavy duty, but only found one review (positive of wildlife photographer) and Gitzo priced.</p><p></p><p>Rollei T-63 C, Benro TMA48CXL and Bilora PP-324A seems very close, but 5 sections and/or centre column and/or Aluminium.</p><p></p><p>Conclusions:</p><p>- cheap does not work (a second hand 055 at 50 EUR might do though), but from 600 EUR to 1400 EUR I do believe the differences are minimal.</p><p>- the big brands have their issues as well (gitzo looses feet, went for weight loss and lost on vibration suppression, ... many complaints about support)</p><p>- an outsider with support from a trusted dealer might be the best choice</p><p>- almost nobody seems to hold these monsters to test</p><p></p><p>From: <a href="http://www.naturelens.co.uk/articles_38639.html" target="_blank">NATURELENS: 2 (iii) Equipment - Other</a></p><p></p><p></p><p>=> better is better, but without it it is not impossible.</p><p></p><p>Not selected: At this moment the Coman TG540CT seems too new to the European market, even if good online shops sell it. </p><p>Daiwa, Camgear, Cartoni, OConnor, Matthews, Miller, Libec, Vinten & Sachtler seem too heavy video based.</p><p>Did not find any high load solution (some can work with 7-10kg, sufficient but I really want more security) with: Hama, Cullmann, Velbon, Vanguard, Giottos, Silk, Konig, Varizoom</p><p>3 legged thing: a special case, can not take the load when legs are open. Or are they the only ones honest about this?</p><p>Viola very limited info found.</p><p></p><p>Edit1: found Induro in my criteria</p><p>Edit2: added quote and conclusions on other brands</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Vincent, post: 489511, member: 15675"] So I`m up for a new tripod, tired of the go Gitzo messages (similar to Canon is the best) my conclusions: Use: 600mm f4 lens + ... Specs: Carbon (dampening), light weight (to 3,5 kg = 7,5 lbs), high reach (180 cm = 70 in), no centre column (portability), taking 18kg = 35lbs (safety margin is big), 3-4 sections (to be portable but stable). Manfrotto: I have a 055CXPro4, it works but then my 500mm has not foot anymore (manfrotto 290 does not cut it), I do not want a second 055 for portability reasons with centre column. I`m tempted by a 536 video tripod, but would like a really flat converter for the half ball connection, which seems an issue. Gitzo: would have to go for a 4542LS, seems expensive and too low (61 in). Gitzo GT4552GTS seems to convene, then I found: The Systematic Series 4 gives solid support and torsion rigidity and is available in 3- or 4- section models, so I'm excluding 5 sections in general since less sections probably is better. Really Right Stuff: 44, this is good hight, I believe it has a half ball connector and calling it expensive is an underestimate. I fear support in Europe. Induro GIT404XL, seems the cheapest, you can get 10 years warranty, did not find it in Europe though. So I end up with a Sirui (Chinese indeed) R-5214xl from a trusted dealer with long guarantee. High, heavy duty, but only found one review (positive of wildlife photographer) and Gitzo priced. Rollei T-63 C, Benro TMA48CXL and Bilora PP-324A seems very close, but 5 sections and/or centre column and/or Aluminium. Conclusions: - cheap does not work (a second hand 055 at 50 EUR might do though), but from 600 EUR to 1400 EUR I do believe the differences are minimal. - the big brands have their issues as well (gitzo looses feet, went for weight loss and lost on vibration suppression, ... many complaints about support) - an outsider with support from a trusted dealer might be the best choice - almost nobody seems to hold these monsters to test From: [url=http://www.naturelens.co.uk/articles_38639.html]NATURELENS: 2 (iii) Equipment - Other[/url] => better is better, but without it it is not impossible. Not selected: At this moment the Coman TG540CT seems too new to the European market, even if good online shops sell it. Daiwa, Camgear, Cartoni, OConnor, Matthews, Miller, Libec, Vinten & Sachtler seem too heavy video based. Did not find any high load solution (some can work with 7-10kg, sufficient but I really want more security) with: Hama, Cullmann, Velbon, Vanguard, Giottos, Silk, Konig, Varizoom 3 legged thing: a special case, can not take the load when legs are open. Or are they the only ones honest about this? Viola very limited info found. Edit1: found Induro in my criteria Edit2: added quote and conclusions on other brands [/QUOTE]
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