Re: Need Sound Tripod Advice
I bought 2 FLM supports from a Canadian biz run by a member here, Ari
I have no regrets, German design Made in China
I like the 100mm bowl tops
https://www.flmcanada.com/
Re: Need Sound Tripod Advice
I bought this some years ago
I wanted tall for gimbal birding
https://www.flmcanada.com/product/fl...-l4-ii-tripod/
Re: Need Sound Tripod Advice
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Tin Can
I bought 2 FLM supports from a Canadian biz run by a member here, Ari
I have no regrets, German design Made in China
I like the 100mm bowl tops
https://www.flmcanada.com/
Thank you! I'll check it out.
Re: Need Sound Tripod Advice
Andrew, I have doubts that you can get around the cost. Top carbon-fiber tripods are Gitzo, ProMedia and RRS and neither of them are cheap. Forgot about Foba....and wouldn't mind seeing how this performs. FLM would be great if made in Germany. After 8yrs I'm still using Feisol, but I'm looking.....
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Leszek Vogt
Andrew, I have doubts that you can get around the cost. Top carbon-fiber tripods are Gitzo, ProMedia and RRS and neither of them are cheap. Forgot about Foba....and wouldn't mind seeing how this performs. FLM would be great if made in Germany. After 8yrs I'm still using Feisol, but I'm looking.....
Have you looked at the Novoflex TrioPod system? By far, the most versatile.
Re: Need Sound Tripod Advice
By far the most important consideration is maximum extended height. That specification plays with the head and camera you'll place upon it as well as your height. Figure out this vertical dimension, then compile a list of the leg sets (probably "series 3", but you might need larger diameter) that are tall enough. I personally like three-section models and hate having to partially extend a section because the legs are longer than I need, but others aren't bothered by that.
When your list is complete, do a search for reviews of the candidates on it. Many inexpensive versions are apparently less robust than the big names. Good luck!
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I’m impressed with Leofoto’s range.
In short, they offer tripods in 3 different ways that correspond with the diameter of the largest CF tubing used. They are the 2, 3 and 4 series - roughly 28, 35 and 40mm.
Not for the traditionalist, but my LM-404CL works perfectly with a Majestic head for ULF.
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Sal Santamaura
By far the most important consideration is maximum extended height. That specification plays with the head and camera you'll place upon it as well as your height. Figure out this vertical dimension, then compile a list of the leg sets (probably "series 3", but you might need larger diameter) that are tall enough. I personally like three-section models and hate having to partially extend a section because the legs are longer than I need, but others aren't bothered by that.
When your list is complete, do a search for reviews of the candidates on it. Many inexpensive versions are apparently less robust than the big names. Good luck!
Tripod height can be a matter of personal preference, too. The best shot might not be from your standing point of view, but lower or higher. For me, the tallest tripod you can afford and can manage to carry to your choice of destinations is the best. And a small, folding step or crate to stand on when that best view is from higher than you are tall.
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I might throw Induro sticks into the mix—I’ve got a 3-series that’s been burly enough to handle my Sinar Norma 8x10, though the 4 and 5 series (usually available used/refurbished here in the States for ~350-500 USD) would probably be a better option.