Mini Tripod

[Cuddy]

Is anyone using this make of tripod. Velbon Ultra Maxi L Tripod. If so how do you find it?.

I need a lightweight but stable tripod to use for macro and low level POV landscapes. Weight is an issue due to health problems.

Equipment i would like to use on it would be 40D + Sigma 150mm macro lens.
Or Canon 40D + Canon 24-70mm with filters.

Do you have an alternative option.

All responses welcome.

regards brian.

 

[boccers_2000]

Is anyone using this make of tripod. Velbon Ultra Maxi L Tripod. If so how do you find it?.

I need a lightweight but stable tripod to use for macro and low level POV landscapes. Weight is an issue due to health problems.

Equipment i would like to use on it would be 40D + Sigma 150mm macro lens.
Or Canon 40D + Canon 24-70mm with filters.

Do you have an alternative option.

All responses welcome.

regards brian.

You should take a look at a Gorillapod. No only is it quite light but durable, really adjustable and can take the weight of the DSLR and Large lens (the Zoom version).

 

[Cuddy]

Thanks Andrew, i do feel that may be too lightweight, but i will consider it. Im also considering the Cullman shoulder pod as a possible device.

 

[wontolla]

Thanks Andrew, i do feel that may be too lightweight, but i will consider it. Im also considering the Cullman shoulder pod as a possible device.

I have that one, while it is great at being a shoulder rest, I don't trust it as a low monopod, not very stable at all! It will do at a pinch, but only indoors or a still day. Probably OK with a small light camera, but not with MY 40D!

 

[Trig's]

Trek-tech T-pod :shrug: Trek-Tech-T-Pod-Table-Tripod I've one cracker of a little thing - (I even reviewed it on Amazon :lol)

 

[chris321]

I've got a couple of these:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Velbon-Mini...1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1301943742&sr=8-1

That I primarily use as flash stands, but on occasion when I've been out and about I've done some long-exposure stuff with them, and I've been pretty impressed. There's a bit of flex at first, but as soon as it's taking the weight it's pretty solid, and with a remote release should be fine.

 

[Cuddy]

Thanks Barry, Steve and Chris, feed back is appreciated.

regards brian.

 

[Cuddy]

Looks like im going to get a hands on experience with the Velbon Ultra Maxi L Tripod.

Also going to have a look in town on Thursday to see what is available. I will post my thoughts later on as to how i find them.

regards brian.

 

[Galaxy66]

Will have mine with me on Thursday Brian

 

[Andybert]

I have just brought one of these for a holiday later this year as weight was a consideration.

http://www.slik.co.jp/slik_com/DS-SPRINT_MINI_II.html

Folded Length: 350mm
Maximum Operating Height: 1,090mm
Minimum Operating Height: 150mm
Weight: 780g