I just purchased one of these and mounted it on a 6200 Sunpak tripod. There is a lot of shaking. Can anyone recommend a tripod that holds scope steady
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No camera tripod is going to hold a 2 foot spotting scope steady with no motion, until you get into a telescope style tripod. Iv'e bean down this road also. I bought a table top SILK & excepted it.
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plus : a couple of minutes ago i realize that my ex tripod was moving a lot so i bought base one. .. but this wide base one doesnt move that much.. this makes it more dangerous. because if it moves it is gonna fall down for sure.
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It has a place where you mount a tripod but I don't think it will hold up to the recoil from the M4. Also it's focused manuly. I would check out sportmansguide.com they have a good selection. Look at Item #: WX2-187118Good place to start.
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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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They claim it'll stay together up to those conditions but that's a whole lot of pop right there. I've got two on ar's one 556 and one on a 308 and they've both held zero wonderfully haven't adjusted at all in over a year of hard use but I'm not sure about that 300 mag. You've got to put your eye pretty close to the optic too, I'd be worried about it hitting you in the eye as well...
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I didn't have this problem but I would suggest shimming the scope mount. Try loosening the mounts and re tightening, it might be a little skewed
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If its not on a riser then I would return the scope, I have used many of these on my line and not had that issue at all !!
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Screw it hand tight, the scope should not move on the base. If it moves after tightening the mount screw is to long return for replacement or remove screw from tripod and place a thin washer on screw and reinsert and hand tighten. If that does not work return for replacement.
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I have used the tripod with a Cannon 7d extended to about 7 feet. It was very stable and didn't flex during use. I did have my back pack suspended from the hook in the center shaft to provide additional ballast. That being said I am not overall happy with the product support. I have had a few problems that I solved myself because when I emailed the manufacturer they never replied. During a trip to NYC I stopped into Adorama who shipped the tripod to ask for some help. They referred me to a phone number in England where the company makes the tripod. The level bubble fell out and is lost. Nylon guides under the locking rings were not assembled straight and soon caused the legs to bind. I reassembled the shims the best I could. Otherwise this is the only tripod I will ever need. Just wish the company would answer emails and provide repair parts.
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Gun guy has a point on the weight and lugging it around. I target shoot with a browning 30-06. Used the browning x scope mounts and no loosening yet. Unless your trying to hit 300+ the Nikon would work fine. I just like playing at longer ranges. ;-)
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I would select a tripod that has a height range capability close to your height to facilitae viewing without having to change your stance and minimize your posture changes. Also, choose a quality tripod that is sturdy to mimimize shaking in mild to gusty winds. I use an old style camcorder tripod which is on the heavy side and still shakes a little in wind. Good luck.
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Note that I have only used this scope with the tripod below a few times so far, but the tripod seems sturdy and well able to handle the weight. I use a SLIK PRO 700DX Professional Tripod with Panhead (615-315)
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Mine does the same thing. Not pleased with it at all. It will also come loose form the lens real easy. It just won't stay tightened. Don't know what else to buy. I just quit using it on my tripod. Wouldn't recommend this at all, I give it a 00000000!!
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I would second the first response ... I have a 501 and have used it on this tripod to digiscope with a Vortex Spotting Scope and Nikon 1. Weight of the 501 head, plate, scope and camera is about the limit. Being about to balance the system with the 501 sliding plate helps but a little wind can start vibrations. I do hang a weight from the hook as well. I purchased this tripod primarily for macro work that takes advantage of the horizontal center post positions so the scope/501 combination was returned to a heavier tripod.
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I have a Canon 5 d Mark ii with a vertical grip and a 70-200 lens and I wad very impressed how steady this tripod held the camera. I thought it was going to wabble but it held it steady in any angle I placed it. It feels light but it delivers.
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This is the tripod that I use with this scope and it's very sturdy: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002IKQP4/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 It's a little heavy and the legs aren't quick release, but is definitely stable enough to take advantage of the wonderful optics of the scope. I use this all the time while birding in grassland areas and at the shore. Not great for hiking with as it is heavy.
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Sorry but I don't know. I bought the tripod for my spotting scope and it supports it well. good luck, wade