michael_wilson9 Posted February 22, 2008 Share Posted February 22, 2008 I recently purchased a 40D, 580 speedlight.I plan to purchase a battery grip soon also. I am just looking for some recommendations for a nice tripod and head for under $150. Any suggestions would help. thanks,Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjferron Posted February 22, 2008 Share Posted February 22, 2008 I'm impressed with the Induro line of tripods. They have a nice smooth operating set of alloy legs for $100. Not sure about a decent head for $50 but Bogen might have something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dawn_kelly Posted February 23, 2008 Share Posted February 23, 2008 I posted this over on the wedding forum, but take a look at http://amvona.com. I have one of the Professional Tripod (AT-877W) and love it. It is a deal at only $87. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dan_hall4 Posted February 23, 2008 Share Posted February 23, 2008 I have a 40D and have been looking myself. In that price range, Bogen may have something that would interest you. I will put a link below. I went to B&H and put "Bogen 190 xpro" and about 22 configurations came up. Some had the ball heads too. They are of interest to me. Below is a link to one of the models. Read some good reviews in the photo mags about this tripod. Likely a lot of tripod for the money. I have a Bogen 3011 and it is very nice. I am looking for something a little smaller/lighter. Here is the link. http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/480309-REG/Bogen_Manfrotto_190XPROB_804RC2_190XPROB_Tripod_Legs_Black_.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrewgy8 Posted February 23, 2008 Share Posted February 23, 2008 I have the manfrotto 725b which i love and was under 150 from bh. really versatile, light weight and easy to maneuver. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William Michael Posted February 23, 2008 Share Posted February 23, 2008 >>> recommendations for a nice tripod and head for under $150. <<< to support what, please? WW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ymages Posted February 23, 2008 Share Posted February 23, 2008 look for benro (Induro is the same) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nico.mphoto Posted February 23, 2008 Share Posted February 23, 2008 I recently purchased a Amvona carbon fiber tripod and magnesium head from ebay for my 30d and haven't been disappointed. The whole thing cost me around 100$ with shipping. The tripod model is the AT-CF92 and the head H95 i do believe. Its a fairly light weight set up, under four pounds and i'm quite happy with the product. I have to add though, i've not used comparable manfrotto or bogen products. cheers nico Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keith_lubow Posted February 23, 2008 Share Posted February 23, 2008 Whatever it is, I would make it used; not new. My two current tripods (Bogen 3051 and 3036, both with 3047 heads) cost me under $300 for both; 1/4 of what they would have cost me new, and just as usable. I can't speak highly enough of the 3051. I use it for everything, because of how solid and quick to set up it is, but it is a tripod that can support 8x10, so it is rather large. A shoulder strap takes care of the weight, but it will always be large. The 3036 is kind of in no man's land. It is slightly smaller than the 3051, but sets up much slower and has three leg sections instead of two like the 3051, so is less stable. It will support anything up to 4x5 or a light 8x10, but I think if you are going to go that far anyhow, just go for the 3051. One of these will likely be the last tripod you will ever need, but you don't "need" either of them for your camera. They are overkill, and I would only get them if you will be using it for multiple formats very often. The 3033 is probably one of the best high-quality tripods for those who only use small format, and will do OK for medium format, unless situations are bad (slow shutter speeds, wind, not the most stable placement, etc.). All three legs extend from the center at once; one thing neither of the heavier models do. They do have to be individually set for height, though, unlike the 3051, which lets you control the height of each leg from near the head. The tripod is also very light for how well built it is. Prices for 3036 and 3051 with 3047 head: $150 - $200. for 3033 with 3047 head: $100 to $125. If you can't get them for that much, just wait. They will come up. keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milton-chris Posted February 23, 2008 Share Posted February 23, 2008 http://www.bythom.com/support.htm is, in my opinion, a very important piece to read before buying. It seems that priority sequence of gear might just be len then tripod then camera body. If you get a real cheapy, will you just have to replace it when you get the next lens? Tripods are like camera bags - buy wrong in the beginning and you end up with a closet of them. I know not everyone can afford $1,000+ for tripod and head, but even if you jump to the $300 range, you will get a rig that will be more versatile. BTW, I took the expensive, multiple-purchase route and am now at the stage where I need to upgrade because my 40D with battery grip and 200-500 just doesn't lock down and creeps when lens is pointed up - camera and grip are too heavy for lens, so it is out of balance. Just a thought. HTH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob_osullivan Posted February 23, 2008 Share Posted February 23, 2008 B&H Bogen/Manfrotto,, can't go wrong with thier stuff. Much of it is pricier but you can get a decent setup that you will likely never need to upgrade for about $150. Get a ball head with quick release, not a 3way video head. Try to get an 11 pound set up incase you ever use long lenses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m_barbu1 Posted February 23, 2008 Share Posted February 23, 2008 Are you going to have a lens on your 40D, or just flash and grip? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael_wilson9 Posted February 23, 2008 Author Share Posted February 23, 2008 The largest lens I may eventually get is the 70-200mm L series. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m_barbu1 Posted February 23, 2008 Share Posted February 23, 2008 There are four 70-200mm L series lenses. Which? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keith_lubow Posted February 24, 2008 Share Posted February 24, 2008 A used Bogen 3033 with a 3047 head. Any of the 70-200s will be fine on it. It is light, cheap, and good quality. You will kick yourself if: 1. You buy something crummy like that Amvona crap people keep suggesting, just to save money, or 2. You buy new instead of used and thus throw away four times the amount of cash you need to. Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William Michael Posted February 24, 2008 Share Posted February 24, 2008 >>> The largest lens I may eventually get is the 70-200mm L series.<<< Without other requirements & shooting details, I`d suggest initially putting more $ into the tripod and getting a simple, but good quality ball head: with the view to getting a more specific head later, a ball head is alway handy. Manfrotto 055 PRO B is about the leanest I would use for a 70 to 200F2.8L, using the collar mount: an inexpensive ball to suit that would be a Manfrotto 486. I do not know if that exceeds the budget: my opinion is the second hand shops are full of cheap tripods that were `thought` to be stable. WW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justin_p3 Posted March 11, 2008 Share Posted March 11, 2008 Instead of buying that cheapo tripod and that expensive lens, read this: http://www.bythom.com/support.htm And then send me the $150 I just saved you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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