what inexpensive and convenient tripod would you recommend to use with this?
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We love this mini tripod from Manfrotto: Manfrotto MTPIXI-B PIXI Mini Tripod, Black
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I already had a Sony VCT-1500L tripod from a digital camera I used, but I'm sure you can find something similar like http://store.sony.com/tripod-zid27-VCTR100/cat-27-catid-All-Camcorders-Accessories?_t=pfm%3Dsearch
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It depends on what you're using it for. I have to have a fluid head myself though.
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I use a Manfroto tripod. Make sure that you're using two screw points to eliminate rotation. In a best case scenario you would use a tripod on each side of the slider so it is being held up at the ends rather than the center.
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I never attached any tripod yet. I think a regular tripod will work just grate, if you put a tripod base it may be not look well depending the tripod base. Other than that, grip is perfect and is always on my camera.
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I would recommend a sturdy tripod with heavy duty head, or something similar. I've used this with my regular tripod and fluid head and it worked, but it was not sturdy. I eventually got a heavy duty speaker stand and custom made a mount for it with hardware from Lowe's. Although the jib crane is not that heavy, by the time you get the counter balances (I used small 2 and 5 lb weights for exercise) on and are moving the thing around it needs a strong base.
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Sorry for the late response. I was out of town. You don't want anything too heavy or it will not balance well as the counter weights are not that heavy. Smaller quick re lease plates will do the trick or get one of those small tripod heads that is used for basic photography.
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It has been working fine with my photo equipment. I am very careful with my cameras and the tripods (yes I have three tripods). I have not had any problems neither with the head nor the legs of this one. But I am an old man in my mid 60's so I am careful and fully "cognizant" of what I am doing with a 6K to 10 K camera systems. So, my tripods are neither abused nor mishandled. Now, if you are to invest in a "better", hence more expensive, ball-head, then go ahead and spend some more and get a much better tripod. I hear that the best carbon fiber tripods from Europe cost close to $1000.00 or more. I declare that I am neither the manufacturer nor the seller of this item. Therefore, I have no data on its strength and endurance. Contact the manufacturer for such unwise questions instead asking another customer of this tripod unit. I have been happy with it.
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Tripod is fine. Monopod you're risking shaky footage.Image is incomparable, but I use the 24-105 IS if I have to do handheld or monopod work.
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I use it with a Canon T3i with a very heavy quality wide lens and it is more than up to the task. I had three tripods before this one and went cheap. They all failed after a reasonable amount of use. This tripod is by comparison very inexpensive but it is quite sturdy. I hike and take many photos and this is not the lightest tripod but with the price and durability works well for me. I really like the ball head vs the pan head functionality.
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You can use it with any tripod, has a hole for the screw on the bottom, you can use any type of quick release system plate
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You could close the tripod and push the legs together and carry it around like a monopod , but it is not a monopod. If you really want a monopod I would suggest a Dolica WT-1003. Its lightweight, aluminum and very easy to pack or carry around for photo shoots. It has a screw on the base to stablize the monopod to prevent slipping on surfaces and it has worked fine for me. The price was around 20.00 and reasonable. It comes with its own canvas bag and it slips into your luggage very easily. If you use a ipad for pictures, you can also purchase a frame for it that attaches to the top for a few dollars more and it is handy when you don't want to use the camera. Happy Travels You could close the tripod and push the legs together and carry it around like a monopod , but it is not a monopod. If you really want a monopod I would suggest a Dolica WT-1003. Its lightweight, aluminum and very easy to pack or carry around for photo shoots. It has a screw on the base to stablize the monopod to prevent slipping on surfaces and it has worked fine for me. The price was around 20.00 and reasonable. It comes with its own canvas bag and it slips into your luggage very easily. If you use a ipad for pictures, you can also purchase a frame for it that attaches to the top for a... » Read More You could close the tripod and push the legs together and carry it around like a monopod , but it is not a monopod. If you really want a monopod I would suggest a Dolica WT-1003. Its lightweight, aluminum and very easy to pack or carry around for photo shoots. It has a screw on the base to stablize the monopod to prevent slipping on surfaces and it has worked fine for me. The price was around 20.00 and reasonable. It comes with its own canvas bag and it slips into your luggage very easily. If you use a ipad for pictures, you can also purchase a frame for it that attaches to the top for a few dollars more and it is handy when you don't want to use the camera. Happy Travels « Show Less
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You can buy very small table-top tripod like the Magnus ShearPod Compact Tripod or Pedco UltraPod (both sold on Amazon). But if your camera is a DSLR with a heavy lens, you will need something a bit larger with a wider base. Search around on Amazon for lots of options.
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Any camera tripod will work, BUT be very careful threading the bolt into the recorder - it is plastic and easily stripped out. This is a major design defect of this otherwise excellent recorder.
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Definitely! I have been very pleased with mine. Experiment with apertures and shutter speeds. Even without a tripod I've had good results.
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I use this and it's very helpful: Joby GP1-A1EN Gorillapod Flexible Tripod (Grey) Not perfect but definitely makes positioning easier. Also I recommend the extra stabilizer attachment they sell as an add-on. These can be used together.
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Sure will.I bought an hour ago the Polaroid 72 inch tripod for 39 bucks. Bought two. Take a look at those also.Good luck D
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I think is right for the price, meaning that is not the lightest tripod and you will get tired carrying it long distances. For long trips you will need a carbon fiber tripod knowing they cost way more. I recommend you find a store and feel the weight in your own hands and assuming you can't just get the same weight with other stuff in your backpack and see how it feels for you. I personally use it for short trips of no more than 2 - 3 hours. I also have to say I use a pretty heavy ball head so you have to take that into account. Anyway it is an awesome tripod
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Not too big of a tripod. You can make a larger one work if you stick just one of the legs of the tripod into the foot pocket, but it's not ideal.