Which tripod?

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crashton

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Carbon dampens vibrations better than aluminum. Is not cold to the touch as aluminum. Yes aluminum is fine, but I love my carbon legs. Over the years I have spent a lot of money on crummy tripods. Buy a good one once, it is cheaper in the long run.
 
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carguy

Senior Member
Beginning the search for tripods myself. Looking to replace my shorty Quantaray QSX7001 TM lightweight unit.

Reading the recommendations here for the Manfrotto 055XPROB I found this link, very insightful review with pics:
Review of Manfrotto 055xprob and Manfrotto 488RC2, Tons of Pics - Canon Digital Photography Forums

Now about ball heads:

488RC2
488RC4
498RC4
496RC2

My head is spinning LOL

Overall how do you guys rate the Manfrotto pate mounting vs Arca Swiss style? Pros/Cons?
I'll use my tripod mainly for portraits and outdoor night photography.

Thanks :D
 
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fotojack

Senior Member
That Manfrotto would be ideal for your camera, along with the 496RC2 ball head. I use the 496RC2 on my Manfrotto 055 (older model) with my gripped D200, and it's rock solid.
 
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Samsonite

Senior Member
The carbon fibre one I bought is just brilliant, super happy with it! See the other thread in this section....


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SilanTra ZaiDi

Senior Member
I had a few tripods..among all is the beiki ..cant remember which model and it comes with ball head...for $60 its the best for my budget tripod..it is lightweight yet sturdy enough for my previous owned D80..18-105mm n sb600... took it on a few hiking trips.... the draw back is the unlocking n locking mechanism is not as smooth as that of other expensive brands..but it still fit the purpose..

My 2 cents
 
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