will this rod system support a zoom lens up to 200mm? Does it have adjustable lens holder? Is this different from Fotga DP500 specs say it's lighter
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I use it with a 6D, 70-200 2.8, matte box, 7" monitor, and Tascam recorder. No problem at all. The lens support is actually upside down in the photo. It has a piece that you can slide up and down as needed. These are actually very impressive for any price. The cam action screws are better than the high end Red Rock micro screws. Buy it, you won't regret it.
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Does the lens or camera have a tripod mount - if so - then the tripod will hold the camera. As to stability - it depends on how stable you want it to be. With the legs fully extended and a heavy rig - it will jiggle a little bit. I used this tripod for travel in Europe and for night shooting. I used a Canon 6D with EF24-105 L/IS/USM with solid results. I even used it (legs shortened down for stability) with EF28-300 L-series (lens mounted on the tripod for balance - not the camera) again with solid results. When using the heavier cam-lens combo, I also hung the camera bag on the mount to help with stability. If you use this tripod with realistic expectations it is a trusty item. If size and portability are of concern - I have not found a affordable compact tripod to rival its usefulness!!!
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Using Sigma's compatibility chart for Nikon mounts, your lens is NOT included. The prime 500 mm lens is included, but not your 170-500mm zoom lens. Since this is a DEDICATED converter you will probably have poor results with your lens.
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depends on your lense. i used to carry canon 1000D with 70-200mm/F2.8. and no problem with it.
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I'd recommend you get a longer mounting plate. The Arca-Swiss style plate the comes with the Opteka GH1 is only 75mm long. From my own experience with a Canon 70-200mm f/2.8 lens attached to a 5DMrkII body and battery grip, I had to go to a 90mm plate to achieve the proper gimbal balance. The hefty weight of the body with grip acts like a counter balance and requires additional forward positioning to properly balance the lens and camera.
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I'm not familiar with the weight of those cameras...I'm sure Google is BUT...I use it with my Sony FS700 and it's borderline. I need to fully extend the rear arm to help the balance and only with smaller lenses does it work. But even so, I still like it for the price. I usually use it with shorter lighter lenses so for me, it works.
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Hello,This monopod has a 22lb load capacity. It will handle the 70-200mm2.8 lens without a problem.Regards,RoozbehOC camera949-347-1276
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I currently use a Manfrotto 405 geared head on my 055CXPRO3. I weighs more than the MH057. It's 'overkill' for what I need to mount (D700 with AF-S 80-200mm f2.8 or AF-S 300mm f4), but the tripod handles it with ease.
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I've used this strap with the 70-200 f/2.8L II on a 5D III w/ grip + Plate + 600EX from the tripod collar. In terms of weight, I'd say that this thing handles it just fine (your shoulder is another question). There wasn't a whole lot of movement, but that really depends on how you situate it against your body, the orientation, and so on. However, I've never used this strap with a lens quite as long as the Tamron 150-600. I don't imagine movement would be much of any issue if you use the right placement and aren't running around. You may have to invoke the slide limiters (at least the rear one) while using it though.
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It appears that it should fit. The base part that connects to the rails can be adjusted from side to side. You can also purchase the "Fotga big black standard lens 65T 0.8mm pitch gear for DP500 II IIS follow focus" just in case you need a larger gear, but don't think you should need it. It's a pretty solid follow focus.
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Here is what I understand. 500D is close-up which I attached to 24-70mm 2.8L and no loss. I have been using this 500D for close-up without any problem and I love it. I do not own extension tube but thinking about it so I read about extension tube. It seems to me extension tube will extend the focal length of the length it attached to. If 2X extension tube attached to 70-200mm, 70-200mm lens becomes 140mm-400mm so not need to buy 100-400 but your lens will loose 2 stops from its original. Hope it helps.Minh,
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I have not used with 70-200 f/2.8L IS, but I've used it with 24-70 f/2.8L and it's fine. I guess you'd attach the fastenr to wherever you would normally mount the camera on a tripod--and in the case of 70-200 f/2.8L IS, you would mount that camera on a tripod using the tripod ring on the lens--so I think you're doing it correctly =)
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Hey there, right now I'm running a D800 with a 24-70mm and there is still a weight left so it should be ok. I am assuming the 80-200mm should be similar in weight. That being said, if size and portability is not a concern I would suggest a glide cam for smoother gliding. Else the steadicam is unbeatable for travelling.
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Hey Barbara, I would definitely try one a little sturdier. I have this one now on a lighter Nikon (D7000) and primarily use a smaller lens (18-105) and I think it is about at capacity and maybe a little under-qualified. Just one man's opinion but I think something more robust would suit your very nice set up better.
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Hello, This monopod has a 22lb load capacity. It will handle the 70-200mm2.8 lens without a problem. Regards, Roozbeh OC camera 949-347-1276
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My apologies, I don't understand what you mean by "optical zooming" capability. The viewfinder includes a diopter for image clarity depending on what your vision is. Because not everyone has 20//20 vision, this allows you to adjust the viewfinder to your eyesight. As far as optical zooming goes, the only thing I can I tell you is, it depends on which type of lens you're using. Whether you decide to use a 200mm, 300mm, 400mm, 500mm lens (if this is what you're referring to), then yes it's available. If this isn't what you are referring to, then once again, my sincerest apologies for not fully understanding your question. My apologies, I don't understand what you mean by "optical zooming" capability. The viewfinder includes a diopter for image clarity depending on what your vision is. Because not everyone has 20//20 vision, this allows you to adjust the viewfinder to your eyesight. As far as optical zooming goes, the only thing I can I tell you is, it depends on which type of lens you're using. Whether you decide to use a 200mm, 300mm, 400mm, 500mm lens (if this is what you're referring to), then yes it's available. If this isn't what you are referring to, then once again, my sincerest apologies... » Read More My apologies, I don't understand what you mean by "optical zooming" capability. The viewfinder includes a diopter for image clarity depending on what your vision is. Because not everyone has 20//20 vision, this allows you to adjust the viewfinder to your eyesight. As far as optical zooming goes, the only thing I can I tell you is, it depends on which type of lens you're using. Whether you decide to use a 200mm, 300mm, 400mm, 500mm lens (if this is what you're referring to), then yes it's available. If this isn't what you are referring to, then once again, my sincerest apologies for not fully understanding your question. « Show Less
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The Gitzo GTO531 can handle up to 11 lbs but since it is a carbon fiber tripod it is very very light. To handle the top heaviness of a 400mm lens there is a retractable hook on the bottom of the center column to attach a counter balance. It most certainly will work so long as you have a heavy enough counterbalance. If you need a very light weight tripod for hiking this will work great but it will set you back a bit. If you don't need it for hiking or for the compactness then there are other heavier tripods to go that will be less money. I am quite happy with mine however.