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Tripod for under 150$
Published by: wktd 2010-03-18

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Joby Gorillapod (flexible tripod)::
While the Gorillapod serves all the functions of a traditional camera tripod – steadying your camera under low-light conditions, taking timed group shots,
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as topic says under 150$ I'm away I get what I pay for...

so far I ordered a XTi with a Tamron 17-50 f/2.8 and hoping to get the 70-200 f/4L if that gives you an idea on weight.

Ill be using it for pretty much everything (infrared, skateboarding.. and so on)

help would be much appreciated

I'm having the same problem. I got the Canon 350d this Christmas (which is incredible!) and my old tripod cant hold up the weight. It always goes flopping over and while my hearts almost stops beating i have to grab it (never too far away from it. So needless to say it's time for a new tripod.

Not to jack this thread or anything lol, sry Brotage but can someone explain to me what the benefits of pan tilt, and ball head, and 3 way vs 2 way. I've never looked at tripods much because with my last camera we had a tripod around the house that worked with it so i didn't need to find one. Also if you have a tripod you like/liked a lot it would benefit me greatly. I'm looking to spend around 150 as well.

Video Tripod TVB-100 & TVB-150::
File Format: PDF/Adobe Acrobat - View as HTMLMAIN OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. Video Tripod. TVB-100 & TVB-150 The Cambo Video Tripod is a very stable platform for direct use of video cameras and video
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A ball head is for quick, easy movement. Pan heads are for more exacting movement, like doing very small increments to get something just right. I believe 3 way tilts forward and backward, side to side and rotates, where the 2 way just goes forward and back and rotates.

I have the Slik 700DX legs and put a Bogen Ball head on them you can get the 700 legs for like $85 from B&H for just the legs if you would want a different head then what comes with the combo. the 700's work very well for there price I don't think you could ever come close to them with any thing else in the same price range and if your can let us know they are worth having.

[Noob] In need of tripod under $200. - Canon Digital Photography ::
8 posts - Last post: Nov 20, 2007[Noob] In need of tripod under $200. Accessories & Storage. Tripod and head under 200? That low Couldnt up it to at least 260 or so?
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Sell:Tripod Projection Screen (72"-- 150")::
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I'm getting ready to order this little beauty from B&H. I like to read the customer reviews on their site. This one has 16 perfect reviews. The Slik 700DX. $129
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=cart&A=details&Q=&sku=131427&is=REG

I had my reserves about dynatran, but I got AT-A105 CF legs and don't know the model ball head ( ???04 I think, it supposedly has a 40 lb. weight limit ) and for being a car tripod it's done well for the past few months. I have used it in some very cold wet weather without any problems. Nothing froze or locked up, and it is stable with a heavy load ( Nikon F2 MD-2/MB-1 and 300mm f4 )I believe the tripod was $75.00 and the ball head was about $60.00 on E-bay. NO!, it is not a Gitzo or Arca, but it has taken some abuse, which is why I went with cheaper legs and head.

e3 w/grip. e1 w/grip. 12-60. 14-54. 40-150. fl-40. bags. tripod ::
16 posts - Last post: Oct 840-150. fl-40. bags. tripod. (closed) Buy and Sell Archive. Re: e1 (under 4k clicks!) w/ grip, e3 w/ grip, lenses, fl-40, tripod, bags,
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Vinten Vision 22 w/ Sachtler DA 150 Tripod - TV Pro Gear: Turnkey ::
Vinten Vision 22 w/ Sachtler DA 150 Tripod. Overview, Features, Package Content, Specifications, Additional Info. ComponentArtSCStamp TabStrip 2006.1.1252.2
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My parents got me one about 4 years ago for Christmas. I'm sure it was a $40 model from Wal-Mart and it's never let me down.

Ok, I ended up with a slik pro 700DX tripod. It's a beast, 7 pounds but it's excellent at what it does.

I'd reccomend going to B&H and look at slik tripods, they have a couple "Slik Pro ###DX" tripods in different sizes all for 99$-125$

I was originally looking at that one (legs only) $84.95 with the Slik AF-2100 Pistol grip ball head $79.95. Anyone have experience with that head?

I then saw the Slik Sprint Pro Tripod with Ball Head and case for $79.95...to save some coin, I'd just get a quick release for this head Bogen RC2 $26.95

I think I'm leaning toward option 2.

bump...
Looking for one too.

hi, any downsides on getting a super cheap tripod?

I picked up one of the Dynatran (amvona.com) ones off ebay, got it for like $32 shipped. It weighs about 8-9lbs, but overall it's pretty quality. The head is actually really nice, but some stuff on the legs could use a little more attention. But for $32, it's rock solid, the ball-head is smooth and nice and it works just fine.

bump...
Looking for one too.

Ok, I ended up with a slik pro 700DX tripod. It's a beast, 7 pounds but it's excellent at what it does.

I'd reccomend going to B&H and look at slik tripods, they have a couple "Slik Pro ###DX" tripods in different sizes all for 99$-125$

see my .sig file for what I use - it is the $hit :hail:

light but sturdy - no problem with my 2.8 70-200 etc

ball head with quick release

$135 IIRC from WOLF CAMERA special ordered, took a few weeks to get in from Italy. I looked and researched for weeks on end until I found this and Iam VERY happy with it.

hi, any downsides on getting a super cheap tripod?

Flimsy, low weight capacity, poor plastic leg locks, lack versatility, shakes like my great grandfather with the palsy when a short telephoto is on it. Other than that, I love 'em. :D

I've also been looking for a cheap (but relatively decent) tripod.

Shortlisted the Velbon CX-540 and CX-560. They are around �30 (UK Sterling), and seem to be well rated. Might be worth a look...

I'm away [aware] I get what I pay for...

I got a SLIK 300DX for $120 bucks, another $8 for a nice soft case. It is a reversible unit with a metal head and decent control , meaning sensitive adjustments are possible. The only thing I miss are the quick release mechs of more spendy units.

-Shea

I've got a super cheap one.....It works

http://thephotoforum.com/forum/showthread.php?t=97063

You said, well try to say it yourself - You get what you pay for!

This usually means poor control, possible flop over at the head and more subject to vibration or a loose dog, etc. Avoid the cheapos with mechanisms that try to stabilize the legs. IME you can not put your legs there when doing long action shots in a seated position.

That said everyone has a right to take the same upgrade path. ;)

-Shea