which tripod

[ftmftm]

im after a new tripod, i need it for mostly portraites, groups and some times sports. its to fit my Nikon D200 with grip and my Sigma 70-200 with t/c this will be the heaviest gear on it.
looking around £100 seen this one...Giottos GB1140 tripod and Giottos MH1001 ball and socket head. anyone got one heard of this one or any other advice welcome, thanks David

 

[Joe T]

I think for that price range, Manfrotto do some nice integrated ones - the Digi range I beleive.

I have a Giottos monopod (the P-Pod) and its a good bit of kit.

 

[tommy6206]

Try looking at the Slik Pro 700dx can be had for £85 including head

 

[Steep]

I got the Benbo trekker II for £99 inc ball and socket head.

 

[Matt.]

I'm looking for a tripod too Though don't want to spend £100, more like £70!

What's the best type of head to go for? (landscape shots)

 

[TG.]

I'm looking for a tripod too Though don't want to spend £100, more like £70!

What's the best type of head to go for? (landscape shots)

i got a velbon maxi f with 3 way pan and tilt head for £65 from jessops,my main reason is i wanted something that was not to long when closed down so could easily fit in a backpack, but would fully extend to just over my shoulder height, i have to say for the price it,s great and exactly what i was looking for.