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Post by Coolkat on Jan 13, 2020 4:31:28 GMT -8
I have a 7 day trek planned for the last part of February and although it's gonna make me a little nervous I think I'm going to take my "real" camera this time instead of my trusty point-n-shoot. I want to be able to take some night-time shots so that will require a tripod and I'm looking for recommendations.
I currently have a Joby GorillaPod but it's too big and bulky in my opinion. I'm wondering if anyone has any suggestions for something much smaller but will handle the weight of a dlsr?
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Post by cheaptentguy on Jan 13, 2020 15:36:09 GMT -8
I don't have enough experience to offer a good solution, bought I bought this for Sony mirrorless and really like it. Pedco Ultrapod |
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Post by High Sierra Fan on Jan 13, 2020 16:35:05 GMT -8
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Post by bradmacmt on Jan 13, 2020 16:38:05 GMT -8
Another vote for the Ultrapod...
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Post by texasbb on Jan 13, 2020 17:47:22 GMT -8
A third vote for Ultrapod. I don't have the DSLR-sized one, but the smaller one is sturdy, light, packable, and easy to use.
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Post by High Sierra Fan on Jan 13, 2020 17:51:22 GMT -8
Critical detail. For what dSLR and lens combination? Some of them are rather heavy and will really strain ultralight mounts.
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Post by Coolkat on Jan 14, 2020 4:48:42 GMT -8
For what dSLR and lens combination? It's the Olympus OM-D E-M1 and I'll be taking 2 lenses if I can find a way to carry the 2nd lens. The main one will be a 12-50 and the one I use at night will be 17mm 1.8. If that 12 oz tripod is too big and bulky Then maybe my joby gorilla pod is overkill? Because the one I have is definitely much heavier than 12oz... well at least I think. Maybe I'll try to weight it tonight. But it is bulkier than I want to take. Another vote for the Ultrapod... The ultra pod that seems to be a popular suggestion looks like a good solution and doesn't break the bank either. |
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Post by bradmacmt on Jan 14, 2020 7:01:38 GMT -8
The ultra pod that seems to be a popular suggestion looks like a good solution and doesn't break the bank either. I think I got my first in the early 90's. For a time they made a "mini" version too, which I also have. The "standard" size Ultrapod will handle a DSLR. I've used it with my old Nikon FM SLR. |
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Post by High Sierra Fan on Jan 14, 2020 8:04:56 GMT -8
At about 17 ozs for the MFT mirrorless body I’d expect these smaller tripods would be solid enough especially with short lenses. Though I’d still think just propping it on stuff would work though be a bit less flexible. From reviews it’ll sure be a step up from most any point and shoot so you’ll have fun with it. Enjoy!
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Post by davesenesac on Jan 15, 2020 13:47:48 GMT -8
I have several tripods including the below 20 oz tripod that is just $15 at amazon which I use for a small camcorder:
Not very stable but about as much as one can expect for such low weight and price.
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