5d + 70-200 2.8 IS on a Merkury tripod

[c2thew]

I find it funny how some people dismiss cheap tripods. Yes they are cheap in quality and in build, but at times it makes more sense to lug a cheap lightweight tripod rather than a 4lb combination. Obviously one wouldn't want to walk away from this setup, but in a pinch, this works. this is definitely not meant to replace a tripod as it will wobble if there is a strong gust. http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h120/c2thew/canon%205d%20funny%20moments/IMG_7290.jpg http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h120/c2thew/canon%205d%20funny%20moments/IMG_7289.jpg too bad there isn't a quick release plate.

[ed rader]

I find it funny how some people dismiss cheap tripods. Yes they are cheap in quality and in build, but at times it makes more sense to lug a cheap lightweight tripod rather than a 4lb combination. Obviously one wouldn't want to walk away from this setup, but in a pinch, this works. this is definitely not meant to replace a tripod as it will wobble if there is a strong gust. too bad there isn't a quick release plate.


i'd rather have a cheap tripod than no tripod :D!

ed rader

[JohnJ80]

Depends. I have a cheap tripod that turns into a tuning fork in a breeze. I can do better handheld.

j.