Apr 25, 2012 17:44 | #1 On my old [cheap] tripod I began to run into trouble when I moved up to larger cameras and lens. When using my 24-105 in portrait mode the weight of the lens would pull down and tilt and not stay in position.
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duane0524 Goldmember  4,840 posts Likes: 2 Joined Aug 2008 Location: South of Boston, MA More info | Apr 25, 2012 17:51 | #2 mrgooch wrote in post #14328693  On my old [cheap] tripod I began to run into trouble when I moved up to larger cameras and lens. When using my 24-105 in portrait mode the weight of the lens would pull down and tilt and not stay in position. What type of tripod-head combo is recommended. I won't be using it much so I don't want to go overboard on the cost. Well, what is going overboard? I am assuming with the gear you have listed you would not really risk it on a cheap tripod. I don't think you need to spend $1000 on one, but you need to explain what you will use it for and if you will be traveling with it. Tripods can be cheap, light or stable, pick two you can't have all three. I recently sold my Manfrotto for a new Benro travel angel and can't be happier with it. Canon 50D | Canon 17-55 | Sigma 30 1.4 | Canon 70-200 2.8 IS II| Canon 85 1.8 | 430EXII| 580EX ll | ST-E2 | Canon TC 1.4x II | Benro Travel Angel C1682TB0
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Apr 25, 2012 17:55 | #3 It would only be used in and around my home.For portraits.
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duane0524 Goldmember 4,840 posts Likes: 2 Joined Aug 2008 Location: South of Boston, MA More info | Apr 25, 2012 17:59 | #4 mrgooch wrote in post #14328747 It would only be used in and around my home.For portraits. How much are you looking to spend? Does not appear that weight is an issue if you will not be carrying it around. I used to have the Manfotto 190xprob legs that were very stable, but did not fold down very small. I recommend those and then you can add a head that fits your needs. Check the sell forum for a used tripod, I sold my old legs and head for $200, there are deals like this often in that forum. Canon 50D | Canon 17-55 | Sigma 30 1.4 | Canon 70-200 2.8 IS II| Canon 85 1.8 | 430EXII| 580EX ll | ST-E2 | Canon TC 1.4x II | Benro Travel Angel C1682TB0
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Apr 25, 2012 18:03 | #5 I am more concerned with the head. The tilting or dropping of the lens issue. Is there a better type of head that addresses this problem?
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Mark-B Goldmember  2,248 posts Likes: 10 Joined Jul 2007 Location: Louisiana More info | Apr 25, 2012 20:41 | #6 I usually suggest something in the Slik Pro DX line when someone is looking for a decent quality affordable tripod. Mark-B
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JLai81 Senior Member 736 posts Joined Oct 2009 Location: Ponte Vedra, FL More info | Apr 25, 2012 22:44 | #7 From what I've read, the Manfrotto 055XPROB / 498RC2 combo is a tried and true sweet spot...As a matter of fact, I have that combo arriving tomorrow.
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Apr 26, 2012 00:07 | #8 mrgooch wrote in post #14328800 I am more concerned with the head. The tilting or dropping of the lens issue. Is there a better type of head that addresses this problem? Add up the weight of your body, lens, and flash, then multiply that total by 3. Then see Load Capacity - these have gotten good reviews by a few POTN members -
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