Table top mini tripod

Any suggestions for a mini tripod to sit on a table that will be strong enough for a 1DX with 24-70 2.8?

Tried my SLR Zoom gorillapod but it's nowhere near strong enough....

Thanks

I've tried this one but I suspect most of these are made for point and shoot cameras or Rebels. On the other hand, this is as stable as they get. I stick in my bag next to my beanbag. Read the reviews on the Amazon site to get an idea of what owners use it for.

Image courtesy Amazon

Just my 2p!
I use a Gitxo 3320BS for this sort of thing. It's not light and not cheap but it is VERY rigid and will support any lens you can get hold of. Although it's weight rating is 18 Kilos, I did make a plywood top with a cushion and used as a hide stool for a while - I am 105 kilos!
Expensive - yes, heavy - yes, for it's size, holds anything - with ease!

How handy are you? I like this one. https://photography-on-the.net …ead.php?p=17317​020&ut=ask

Manfrotto do their 709b
The ballhead will need replacing, as it is a bit poor, but the legs will happily hold a 1D (i used one for a remote camera, holding a 1d and 70-200 once)

Other options include the Leica tabletop tripod (needs ballhead) and the RRS tabletop tripod.


I have a sirui T025X on the way, its a compact travel tripod, but with the centre column removed, its tabletop sized.

http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …ter_Mini_Tripod​_with.html

That's what I use (added a Arca-Swiss clamp to it). The ball head that comes with it will hold a 60d with 18-35 f1.8 attached.......a 1Dx and 24-70 might be pushing it.

There's the Kirk Low Pod. Not actually a tripod, but very useful for table top photography.
http://www.kirkphoto.c​om/Kirk_Low_Pod_Black.​html

Gorillapod

FarmerTed1971 wrote in post #17317617
Gorillapod

Unfortunately the OP stated that isn't up to his needs". I need a strong mini tripod as welll

David Arbogast wrote in post #17317691
Unfortunately the OP stated that isn't up to his needs". I need a strong mini tripod as welll

Sorry I wasn't specific... Try the Focus.

Thanks a lot for all the replies! Unfortunately don't have time to look at them now but will read them all this evening. Thanks

FarmerTed1971 wrote in post #17317699
Sorry I wasn't specific... Try the Focus.

Thanks. Have you used one yourself? It says it's strong enough for a DSLR and zoom lens but I wonder....

tvphotog wrote in post #17316139
I've tried this one but I suspect most of these are made for point and shoot cameras or Rebels. On the other hand, this is as stable as they get. I stick in my bag next to my beanbag. Read the reviews on the Amazon site to get an idea of what owners use it for.

Image courtesy Amazon

I really like the look of this, def on the shortlist...

johnf3f wrote in post #17317008
Just my 2p!
I use a Gitxo 3320BS for this sort of thing. It's not light and not cheap but it is VERY rigid and will support any lens you can get hold of. Although it's weight rating is 18 Kilos, I did make a plywood top with a cushion and used as a hide stool for a while - I am 105 kilos!
Expensive - yes, heavy - yes, for it's size, holds anything - with ease!

Has it been discontinued? I can't seem to find it online....

PineBomb wrote in post #17317063
How handy are you? I like this one. https://photography-on-the.net …ead.php?p=17317​020&ut=ask

Ha, I'm quite handy, and i like the idea of making something! Hhmmmmm.....

Echo63 wrote in post #17317195
Manfrotto do their 709b
The ballhead will need replacing, as it is a bit poor, but the legs will happily hold a 1D (i used one for a remote camera, holding a 1d and 70-200 once)

Other options include the Leica tabletop tripod (needs ballhead) and the RRS tabletop tripod.


I have a sirui T025X on the way, its a compact travel tripod, but with the centre column removed, its tabletop sized.

The review I read says the 709b won't support a DSLR but as you've said that seems to be due to the ballhead. Good to know that the legs are strong enough though.

The RRS and sirui are a bit too expensive for my needs....

gremlin75 wrote in post #17317593
http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …ter_Mini_Tripod​_with.html

That's what I use (added a Arca-Swiss clamp to it). The ball head that comes with it will hold a 60d with 18-35 f1.8 attached.......a 1Dx and 24-70 might be pushing it.

Yeah, says load limit is 1.1 kg but thanks anyway...

Archibald wrote in post #17317611
There's the Kirk Low Pod. Not actually a tripod, but very useful for table top photography.
http://www.kirkphoto.c​om/Kirk_Low_Pod_Black.​html

That's pretty cool but expensive - I can see where the idea for the home made one comes from!


Thanks for all the replies everyone. Got plenty of options to consider....

My suggestion is in this thread - https://photography-on-the.net …showthread.php?​p=17267443

Thanks a lot mate, that looks pretty sweet.....

jack880 wrote in post #17318524
Has it been discontinued? I can't seem to find it online....

I had a quick search and I think it may have been discontinued, no problem just get a second hand one for less! Gitzo support tripods for a LONG time!