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Old 15-02-2007, 21:40   #1 (permalink)
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Need good mini tripod for cheap

Hi guys, am going to Berlin on Wednesday evening, and I don't want to take my big tripod, so I was thinking of getting a little baby one that folds up really small, and extends to a kind of decent ish length, but that's not really an issue, just something to keep my camera steadier than my hand would. I would like it to be cheap too Any suggestions?

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Old 15-02-2007, 22:00   #2 (permalink)
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Re: Need good mini tripod for cheap

In last monthe's DP, they rated the Manfrotto 785B Modo Maxi and the National Geographic Tundra NGTT2 at 4 stars. Both are £50. I've heard good things about the Velbon CX range, (360-480?) but I'm not sure if they are intended for video - that is only two-way heads.

Not sure if they would be small enough for you when folded though.
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What about a Joby GorillaPod SLR Zoom? Keep meaning to buy one meself. £35 delivered from: -
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What about a Joby GorillaPod SLR Zoom? Keep meaning to buy one meself. £35 delivered from: -
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I've seen a couple of reviews that did not rate this tripod. Can't remember why.
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Re: Need good mini tripod for cheap

What about the Velbon VTP-815 Travel Tripod @ £20 from Jessops

An 8 section compact tripod designed for use with lightweight 35mm and compact cameras.

It features a 2-way panhead, all metal leg construction with single twist leg locking action, and rubber tipped feet.

It's convenient size makes it suitable to carry in most camera bags.

Weight: 0.50kg

Length closed: 26cm

Length Extended: 102cm

Head: 2 Way
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I have the small one and it's excellent for a compact, I also have the bigger one to do what is being asked and it's just not fit for purpose with an SLR. It is not even sturdy enough for My Panny FZ30 bridge. If you try to use it wrapped around things etc the ball head just can't take the weight and the camera keeps tilting down. The only thing it can just about manage is to be a small tabletop tripod but even then it struggles with a tendency to collapse and there are much better ones out there.
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What about the Velbon VTP-815 Travel Tripod @ £20 from Jessops
That looks like what I want, thanks a lot! Now lets hope I can get it before wednesday night!
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