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need new tripod/monopod or just tripod


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fallout666

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Need tripod or monopod or tripod does both. Has to be over 6ft since 5”10 and need to hold 8lb to 12lb since downline will get heaver lenses will be using Z6 and D7200. I love my manfrotto one.body does not like put tons pressure on left foot since cause heel tendon get pain. Body does not like me hunch over for long times. Will get from b&h so under 200$ ball or tilt head be nice too. Will be travel one also since soccer baseball/softball surfing volleyball shooting. Do not need for paintballing

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Why do you need a 6'+ tripod? The head builds 3-4" and the finder is 2-3" above that, so if you are 5'10 you need a tripod that is 5'5 worst case to be able to stand straight. Prices rise exponentially as soon as you need or want longer legs.

 

I would look for a set of legs and a head separately as a manufacturer that makes one well usually don't for the other. When shopping for a head, make sure that it as Arca-Swiss compatible as that dovetail is a de facto standard.



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I agree with Peter...I would recommend two separate devices - a tripod and a monopod.  Both very useful but not really interchangeable.  A tripod is not a good choice for sports.  In fact, it can be a danger to you and the athletes since it is no where near as easy to move out of the way as a monopod.  That said, a monopod doesn't provide the same level of sturdiness when you are shooting a stationary subject.  



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To add to the confusion, there are some tripod systems that allow you to remove one leg and convert it to a monopod. They can be handy in a pinch but they can also be clumsy. 

 

I do agree wholeheartedly with the suggestion to standardize your quick change system to Arca-Swiss compatibility. And avoid buying tripod/head combinations unless the combo is just right. Many of us have blown through a number of tripods and heads over the years in an attempt to save a few bucks which often fails miserably. So, my suggestion would be to buy the best that you can afford at the outset.

 

--Ron



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will get another monopod like my manfrotto one. and add artic swiss ball head or tilt head then since only one that work with FTZ mount. since still have to short tripods with can try to use.