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Gilbert Xiong · May 5th, 2003, 11:35 AM

What tripod or tripod/head combo are you currently using? I have a GL2 and I'm looking to spend around 150-200$. Guide me! I currently have a Sakaar. Not sure what the model is.

Thanks,
Gil

Brendan Getchel · May 5th, 2003, 01:52 PM

Personally, I would up your budget slightly to a minimum of $300-400. If that's not currently possible, I'd live with your Sakaar for another month or two until you can scrape together the additional funds.

I think the minimum head for such a camera is the Bogen 501 with a set of decent Bogen sticks to go with it.

I have seen the Vinten Pro 5 setup for $500, which is a good price for an excellent name.

Stylianos Moschapidakis · May 5th, 2003, 02:18 PM

This is what I have and it seems to be perfect for my pd150:
Bogen / Manfrotto
3021 Pro Tripod Legs (Chrome) with 3030 3-Way Pan/Tilt Head (Quick Release) - Supports 11.00 lb (4.99 kg) for $185 from B&H

It's not the ideal tripod for pro video applications but since your budget (like mine) is limited this tripod will serve you well.

To make your tripod even more steady I would recommend you get or make a small sandbag.

Bryan Perry · May 5th, 2003, 03:10 PM

I have the Libec M20 and whereas it is not the best you can do, it is pretty good for the money, about $189 at B&H.

Here's a link:

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bh2.sph/...ID=F5314FF9360

May 5th, 2003, 11:35 AM	#1
Gilbert Xiong Regular Crew Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Chicago, Illinois Posts: 29	Got Tripod? What tripod or tripod/head combo are you currently using? I have a GL2 and I'm looking to spend around 150-200$. Guide me! I currently have a Sakaar. Not sure what the model is. Thanks, Gil

May 5th, 2003, 01:52 PM	#2
Brendan Getchel Regular Crew Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Waterbury, CT Posts: 101	Personally, I would up your budget slightly to a minimum of $300-400. If that's not currently possible, I'd live with your Sakaar for another month or two until you can scrape together the additional funds. I think the minimum head for such a camera is the Bogen 501 with a set of decent Bogen sticks to go with it. I have seen the Vinten Pro 5 setup for $500, which is a good price for an excellent name. __________________ Dumb Guy.

May 5th, 2003, 02:18 PM	#3
Stylianos Moschapidakis Regular Crew Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Cambridge, MA/Crete, Greece Posts: 189	This is what I have and it seems to be perfect for my pd150: Bogen / Manfrotto 3021 Pro Tripod Legs (Chrome) with 3030 3-Way Pan/Tilt Head (Quick Release) - Supports 11.00 lb (4.99 kg) for $185 from B&H It's not the ideal tripod for pro video applications but since your budget (like mine) is limited this tripod will serve you well. To make your tripod even more steady I would recommend you get or make a small sandbag. __________________ Stelios G.M.

May 5th, 2003, 03:10 PM	#4
Bryan Perry Tourist Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Atlanta Posts: 2	Libec M20 I have the Libec M20 and whereas it is not the best you can do, it is pretty good for the money, about $189 at B&H. Here's a link: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bh2.sph/...ID=F5314FF9360 __________________ Bryan www.bullpencatcher.com