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Anonymous
So my friend and I want to get a tripod and split the cost between us. We're looking to get something good, and willing to spend up to $100. Any suggestions on models/brands? Is there anything is particular we should be looking for? I heard someone mention "quick release" something or some such, but since I've never dealt with tripod before, I've no idea what that means. So yeah /p/, any suggestions?
>> Anonymous
manfrotto's one of the best. quick release could refer to a few things, but its usually used referring to the main column. its just like a little latch you can flip to unlock the column to move it up or down and lock it again real quick. other tripods have a gear mechanism which is slower to raise/lower it, but its a lot more precise.
>> Anonymous
MANFROTTO

anything else is trash

get levels etc on it.. and make sure its medium format useable and such

spend enough cash on it and it will last you decades
>> ­
Typical bullshit answers. All decent tripods have levels on them. The important thing to look for is strength. The panning handle should be made of metal, not plastic.

Just look at the overall structure of the thing - does it appear cheap and rickety?

In answer to your question, most tripods have a small connecting bit of plastic that screws into the bottom of the camera body, which in turn snaps into place on top of the tripod. The quick release simply unhooks this bit of plastic so you can take the camera off quick smart. Most above 50 bucks have quick release, so just shop around.

>>84768is an idiot
>> Anonymous
The best kit can cost you hundreds and last a lifetime, but there's really no point if you are beginners just want to give it a try. Follow>>84796

and get a decent one that seems stable and solid. The only thing to watch for is to make sure that the head can take the weight of your camera + lens. They are rated for that. If it is too heavy it will slip and sag down.

If you get really serious about it later on, then go for the best you can get to save a more costly upgrade path of several steps.
>> Anonymous
>>84767

For beginners with light kit you can get some very nice cheap ones now and you will see a difference between hand-held and using it.
>> Liska !!LIVFOETqL8j
When you go to buy the tripod, don't forget to make sure it either comes with a ballhead for movement or that you can easily buy one. I agree on the Manfrotto front. Depending on how much heavy shoot you do and how windy conditions are, you may want to get either a heavier tripod or a lighter tripod. One more add on too; if you are a friend are splitting the use, be sure to get two attachements that fits to the bottom of your camera and holds/snaps it in place onto the ballhead. I like to leave mine on my camera at all times even though I am not always using said tripod... but it is good to not have to worry about loosing it.
>> elf_man !fBgo7jDjms
>>84845
I meant to ask, what tripod do you have?
>> Anonymous
Whatever you do, make SURE TO GOD it's middle-supported.

The one my mum got me for christmas is supported from the left side and, since my DSLR has a heavy batter pack in the right side, it scews my shots no matter what I do to it.

I can't actually get a level horizon with it.
>> Liska !!LIVFOETqL8j
>>84855

My tripod, monpod and ballhead attachment for said tripod is all Manfrotto.

http://www.manfrotto.com/Jahia/site/manfrotto/cache/offonce/pid/2048?livid=68&lsf=68&child=2

^basically what it looks like, but heavier, thicker and without the grips.

They don't have a picture of my monopod anywhere :/

Here's the ballhead I use:
http://www.manfrotto.com/Jahia/site/manfrotto/cache/offonce/pid/4433?livid=80&lsf=80&child=1
>> elf_man !fBgo7jDjms
>>84868
Thank ya. Trying to get a feel for prices versus quality. These things bring serious sticker shock.
Hm, I think that head you linked to is a pan and tilt.
>> Liska !!LIVFOETqL8j
>>84876

I didn't look at specific models, but it does go left, right, up, down, nearly overhead, upside down, etc. All sorts of fun combonations. Love it!
>> Anonymous
If you don't want to spend a few hundred dollars, look into the Slik Pro 700DX for about $130. It's widely regarded as one of the best for the price.
>> Anonymous
I have the same tripod head as Liska, and can only say good things about it.
>> elf_man !fBgo7jDjms
>>84880
>>84885
Hm. Cool.