Weight Capacity I'm taking a Large Format Photography class and we're using heavy 4 X 5 View Cameras...do you think this tripod would be able to hold that? And if not, do any of you know of other tripods that could?! Weight Capacity I'm taking a Large Format Photography class and we're using heavy 4 X 5 View Cameras...do you think this tripod would be able to hold that? And if not, do any of you know of... » Read More Weight Capacity I'm taking a Large Format Photography class and we're using heavy 4 X 5 View Cameras...do you think this tripod would be able to hold that? And if not, do any of you know of other tripods that could?! « Show Less
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I don't have this tripod, but based on my experience from using a 4x5 in classes before, I'm gonna say no. I actually had to rent heavy-duty tripods from the school to use with the 4x5. The 4x5 is really heavy, and you don't want to risk anything with it. I have a pretty sturdy tripod already, and I was going to use that with the 4x5, but the screws wouldn't fit properly from the 4x5 to the tripod, and I bought an adapter, but that was still unsuccessful. You should stick with a large heavy duty tripod that is specifically good for 4x5s.
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It will NOT support the weight though, I already tried it with that camera and the plastic leg locks broke. Don't risk your camera on this cheap tripod.
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It can support up to 6 pounds of camera+lens. Add the weight of your camera+lens; if it's heavier than 6 pounds then you need the Gorillapod Focus which can support 11 pounds. Cheers!
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I've used this tripod to hold a dslr attached to a spotting scope. I'm sure that the total weight was over six pounds and the tripod handled it with no problem at all. I'm sure that it will be fine for your binoculars.
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How motivated are you, and how are you traveling? I really like this tripod, and have used it with 20x60 binoculars a mile walk from a vehicle. The 'pod, a 128RC mount, and a small spotter together weigh about 14 pounds. I have a vanguard tripod and a 391 head that will take the weight down to about 11 pounds - but the 55 is in my trunk today. I probably wouldn't try to take this on a plane, as its most collapsed length is still pretty good-sized, and I wouldn't likely take it backpacking, but for car camping and day hikes it's very good.
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Keep in mind that the actual tripod structure can bear this weight. However, the clamps to adjust the angle of the tripod may not be able to bear the weight.
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You will probably need to purchase a mount that can hold a heavier load, especially if you're going to do any type of photography. I believe the capacity of this mount is 35lbs.
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Thanks for asking.... I'd have a sturdier tripod for any/all telephoto lens. Just not good enough. The extra weight makesthe tripod "slide" downward.
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Well any camera with a 1/4x20 tripod mounting will fit, but really it depends on what you are wanting to use it for. If you are wanting to use it while driving then it walk be very shakey. However if you plan on using it on something stationary then it should work quite well. Hopefully that was helpful.
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I don't know about that. It is a pretty flimsy tripod. My opinion, buy a heavier item so that you're not having to buy another later on for a different camera. I have a Nikon F2, this thing can't begin to hold it with a big lens attached.
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I have this tripod and I absolutely love it. I have a Canon 60D and can cantilever it out over my subject without any problems. You will have more weight they me, however, the stand is equipment to attached a cantilever weight to stabilize the tripod. I don't think you can go wrong.
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It should work. The only concern I would have is the weight. The tripod is sturdy but I wouldn't want anything over 5 pounds on it. I use my tripod with a spotting scope. There is still a little vibration when the center column is extended. If you were planning on using it for video I would go for something a little more heavy duty.
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It is a very well built tripod. However, the answer to your question really depends on what size/type camera you intend to use with it. I would be a bit leery putting a full size, digital SLR with a large zoom lens on this.
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Yes, up to a ten to fifteen pound camera at the most. I would recommend getting a better quick release plate system because the one on the camera is a little small, and it is not very universal. Other than that, I think it's a great tripod!
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hi, i experimented with several tripods before settling on a manfrotto but what I remember about this specific tripod was that it was lightweight, would not be able to handle support a DSLR with long lens and when full extended approx. 4' making it more unstable. Good price and rig for a smaller camera but did not make me feel confident. Also the action on the head did not have near the fluidity i require. hope this helps.
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The max load capacity of this tripod, according with specs printed on box is 13 lbs. I have used this tripod with my Nikon D5100, with a 55-300 mm telephoto lens mounted it, and I've had no problem.
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I do not know the maximum weight but I do not think it would safely hold a heavy camera. We do a lot of photography also and I would not trust it for that. My husband is using this for a spotting scope while hunting and that is about the most I would trust it on.