Well its been asked before so apologies for the question again but here goes....
At present I own 2 cheap tripods and a Manfrotto 055PRO.
I have to admit I am one of those guys that finds it difficult to venture out with a tripod.......infact to date I haven't :eyesup:
The two problems I have are......
(A) Tripod Weight
(B) The awkward feeling using one in view of the public (I know I shouldn't feel like that but I do).
I find the 055PRO on the heavy side (I do a lot of walking) so I am looking at the carbon fibre Gitzo/Manfrotto range with view to purchasing.
Any recommendations?......budget £250.00 approx (plus will need a head).
Must be lighter than the 055PRO and sturdy enough to handle the 1D MKII.
I know it will be expensive but if I can sort the weight issue out then it's down to me to combat my fear of using it in public.
Cheers Ian.
At present I own 2 cheap tripods and a Manfrotto 055PRO.
I have to admit I am one of those guys that finds it difficult to venture out with a tripod.......infact to date I haven't :eyesup:
The two problems I have are......
(A) Tripod Weight
(B) The awkward feeling using one in view of the public (I know I shouldn't feel like that but I do).
I find the 055PRO on the heavy side (I do a lot of walking) so I am looking at the carbon fibre Gitzo/Manfrotto range with view to purchasing.
Any recommendations?......budget £250.00 approx (plus will need a head).
Must be lighter than the 055PRO and sturdy enough to handle the 1D MKII.
I know it will be expensive but if I can sort the weight issue out then it's down to me to combat my fear of using it in public.
Cheers Ian.