Cheap, Light travel tripod that can hold 30D/17-55?

[qwibbled]

I have a set of Bogen 3021BPRO Legs and a Markins M10 ballhead but am currently travelling around Europe and its just to big of a tripod to haul around most of the time. I've seen some people around with very light/compact but full sized tripod, one was a manfrotto? Anyways, I have a solid tripod so I just need something light and small (but cheap, not looking for a gitzo).. its just something to use in a pinch or for the odd night shot, doesn't have to withstand gale force winds, etc.. and will only have my 17-55 or 10-22 on it. Thanks!

edit: anyone have experience with the Manfrotto 715SHB? Can you shoot vertically with it?

[fishfoto]

Have you checked out the Flashpoint F-1128? The F-1128 is a lightweight carbon-fiber tripod, 21" collapsed (shorter with the center post reversed) , holds around 9lbs, extends to 55", a bargain at US$150.

Flashpoint is Adorama's in house brand. I've used it, I like it, and I should be writing it up in some detail in the next two weeks on www.flyingwithfish.com

[ShrimpBurrito]

Ed Rader suggested a set of Benro carbon legs in post #23 of this thread (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=644932).

I seem to recall it was about half the price of the Gitzo.

Dave

[qwibbled]

thanks, anyone else have suggestions? i definitely want something as compact and light as possible (while remaining affordable), i have a sturdy tall tripod now this would be just for travelling and frankly i'd rather have a four foot tripod i have to kneel down to use if it means it'll fold up nice and small. anyone have experience with the manfrotto 715SHB? can you shoot vertical with it?

[fishfoto]

Have you checked out the Manfrotto 3007? It is sturdy and ultra compact, I always travel with one and absolutely love it

http://boardingarea.com/blogs/flyingwithfish/2008/04/23/incredible-pocket-sized-tripod-the-manfrotto-3007-kit/

[qwibbled]

Have you checked out the Manfrotto 3007? It is sturdy and ultra compact, I always travel with one and absolutely love it

http://boardingarea.com/blogs/flyingwithfish/2008/04/23/incredible-pocket-sized-tripod-the-manfrotto-3007-kit/

yeah but its a table top tripod, i already have an ultrapod 2 and frankly most of the time there's no where to set it on.. shooting from the ground rarely gives a desirable perspective and then you have to lie on the ground to frame the shot.

[tvphotog]

Have you checked out the Flashpoint F-1128? The F-1128 is a lightweight carbon-fiber tripod, 21" collapsed (shorter with the center post reversed) , holds around 9lbs, extends to 55", a bargain at US$150.

Flashpoint is Adorama's in house brand. I've used it, I like it, and I should be writing it up in some detail in the next two weeks on www.flyingwithfish.com (http://www.flyingwithfish.com)

Until that review, check these: http://www.buzzillions.com/dz_264049_flashpoint_f_1128_carbon_fiber_tripod_4_ reviews#L2ltYWdlLmRveD9SPTI2NDA0OSZ3aWRlPXRydWU= (http://www.buzzillions.com/dz_264049_flashpoint_f_1128_carbon_fiber_tripod_4_ reviews#L2ltYWdlLmRveD9SPTI2NDA0OSZ3aWRlPXRydWU)=. Seems a bit flimsy. Others have pointed to the Feisol cf for about $300, which has received some very positive comments here. Remember to consider that the ballhead weighs about a pound when you calculate the weight of your setup.

[fishfoto]

TV,

The F-1128 is not best when fully extended, with the smallest section of the legs (the bottom section of the legs). The purpose of the F-1128 is to be compact, lightweight, durable and very affordable.

There are some fantastic Gitzo carbon fiber stix I like, but they tend to run just over $800 , without the head.

[dbpr645]

Take a look at the Velbon items. I have the Ultramax iS version with a Velbon PH243 head. It compresses down to 12 inches including the ballhead, and extends to around 48 inches usable... I have used it a few times without issue with my XTI, Tamron
28X75MM & 430EX flash.