feppe
2-Sep-2010, 10:11
To make sense of the bewildering array of choices Gitzo has Tripod Configurator (http://configurator.gitzo.com:20080/gitzoConfiguratorWS/default.html). But does anyone know how to use it? When I make selections on the left side I don't get any list of suitable tripods in the main section no matter how inclusive my selections. Although I'm very computer literate, I'm probably missing something obvious :confused:
I contacted Gitzo but they haven't responded.
I'm open for suggestions for other brands. Feisol seems to be highly regarded although I've read their legs have thinner walls than Gitzo, and I'm specifically looking for something which lasts 10+ years like my aluminum Manfrotto, broken by airline luggage handlers. Contacted Manfrotto about parts but they didn't respond, either. Must check my breath...
I'm looking for a very stable 3-section full-size carbon fiber tripod for 6x6 and 4x5 use, with an optional center column. My 1541T is a bit light for 4x5 and marginal for 6x6. Not sure if having a leveling tripod is critical for movements? My 4x5 doesn't have movements, but you never know, I might get an 8x10 some day and would like the big tripod to be able to handle that as well!
I contacted Gitzo but they haven't responded.
I'm open for suggestions for other brands. Feisol seems to be highly regarded although I've read their legs have thinner walls than Gitzo, and I'm specifically looking for something which lasts 10+ years like my aluminum Manfrotto, broken by airline luggage handlers. Contacted Manfrotto about parts but they didn't respond, either. Must check my breath...
I'm looking for a very stable 3-section full-size carbon fiber tripod for 6x6 and 4x5 use, with an optional center column. My 1541T is a bit light for 4x5 and marginal for 6x6. Not sure if having a leveling tripod is critical for movements? My 4x5 doesn't have movements, but you never know, I might get an 8x10 some day and would like the big tripod to be able to handle that as well!