I need this for a D7000, as a Christmas, read the reviews about tripod being weak and not real durable. Is this true, reccomendations??
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I don't feel that way at all. At first I thought there was a pin missing but quickly realized it wasan "operator" error. I use my tripods all the time. They are handy for wiggly littles. For the price I feel the value is great!
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I purchased this as a gift for my granddaughter. She has been pleased with the set and I have not heard any negative comments.Merry Christmas
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I've had issues when trying vertical shots with my D5100. You have to tighten it pretty hard which will eventually strip the fastener. You may want to go for a more sturdy....probably more expensive...tripod. The small bendable tripod is purely for a point and shoot. I haven't really used the unipod.
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I've used it on a tripod with my oly e3 and a 50-200 lens and it did well. Don't use often but so far it's fine for not much money.
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I have been using this tripod for about 1 month with over 1000 shots in both city and landscape environments. I shoot with a Canon D650 and using a 70 - 300 mm lens. It is sturdy, rigid and stable. I think any camera/lens combo could be used. Really large lens would have a tripod attachment so they would be balanced on the tripod.The only difficulty I have found is the head tends to unscrew from the tipod and must be checked periodically. Of course, all equipment should be checked before each shoot.Overall, I am very happy with this tripod. This is number 7 or 8 I've had over 20 yrs. Hope this helps. I have been using this tripod for about 1 month with over 1000 shots in both city and landscape environments. I shoot with a Canon D650 and using a 70 - 300 mm lens. It is sturdy, rigid and stable. I think any camera/lens combo could be used. Really large lens would have a tripod attachment so they would be balanced on the tripod.The only difficulty I have found is the head tends to unscrew from the tipod and must be checked periodically. Of course, all equipment should be checked before each shoot.Overall, I am very happy with this tripod. This is number 7 or 8 I've... » Read More I have been using this tripod for about 1 month with over 1000 shots in both city and landscape environments. I shoot with a Canon D650 and using a 70 - 300 mm lens. It is sturdy, rigid and stable. I think any camera/lens combo could be used. Really large lens would have a tripod attachment so they would be balanced on the tripod.The only difficulty I have found is the head tends to unscrew from the tipod and must be checked periodically. Of course, all equipment should be checked before each shoot.Overall, I am very happy with this tripod. This is number 7 or 8 I've had over 20 yrs. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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the cord is very strong, the plastic is strong ... but if it took a hit, I would replace it. You should weight test it after you get them, weigh your camera w/ the heaviest lens you have.. then attach the cords to an object the weighs 5 lbs more and give it some sharp tugs to make sure the catch mechanisms will take the stress. The cords are the strongest link the plastic catch would be the weakest/failure point. BTW ALWAYS make sure the catches are fully closed. I really think these would hold a camera w/ a large heavy lens, caution is the key. I do a lot of on the tripod/off the tripod shoots, so the quick release is great for removing the strap, while on the tripod (less tangles w/ the rigging) the cord is very strong, the plastic is strong ... but if it took a hit, I would replace it. You should weight test it after you get them, weigh your camera w/ the heaviest lens you have.. then attach the cords to an object the weighs 5 lbs more and give it some sharp tugs to make sure the catch mechanisms will take the stress. The cords are the strongest link the plastic catch would be the weakest/failure point. BTW ALWAYS make sure the catches are fully closed. I really think these would hold a camera w/ a large heavy lens, caution is the key. I do a lot of on the tripod/off the... » Read More the cord is very strong, the plastic is strong ... but if it took a hit, I would replace it. You should weight test it after you get them, weigh your camera w/ the heaviest lens you have.. then attach the cords to an object the weighs 5 lbs more and give it some sharp tugs to make sure the catch mechanisms will take the stress. The cords are the strongest link the plastic catch would be the weakest/failure point. BTW ALWAYS make sure the catches are fully closed. I really think these would hold a camera w/ a large heavy lens, caution is the key. I do a lot of on the tripod/off the tripod shoots, so the quick release is great for removing the strap, while on the tripod (less tangles w/ the rigging) « Show Less
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I have found it works well for me. I love it. I do recommend a tripod for stability, not as many blurred pictures due to shaky hands.
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JasonI have been using my Gitzo for over a year and it comfortably holds my Nikon D800 with my 70-205 F2.8 lens (both weigh about 7.5 pounds together) also with the Nikon wireless flashes as well as the 950 flash. I have also used it several times with my Canon XH-A1 and SF 300 HD video cameras. The only issue I would comment on is that if you try tracking a moving object such as someone running you will have to maintain a firm grip on it. It is great in stationary shots but clearly it is not made to do the same thing that a normal video tripod does because it lacks the handle. The ball gives great flexibility in most applications. I love the light weight of this tripod!!! Very sturdy!! Highly recommend. JasonI have been using my Gitzo for over a year and it comfortably holds my Nikon D800 with my 70-205 F2.8 lens (both weigh about 7.5 pounds together) also with the Nikon wireless flashes as well as the 950 flash. I have also used it several times with my Canon XH-A1 and SF 300 HD video cameras. The only issue I would comment on is that if you try tracking a moving object such as someone running you will have to maintain a firm grip on it. It is great in stationary shots but clearly it is not made to do the same thing that a normal video tripod does because it lacks the handle.... » Read More JasonI have been using my Gitzo for over a year and it comfortably holds my Nikon D800 with my 70-205 F2.8 lens (both weigh about 7.5 pounds together) also with the Nikon wireless flashes as well as the 950 flash. I have also used it several times with my Canon XH-A1 and SF 300 HD video cameras. The only issue I would comment on is that if you try tracking a moving object such as someone running you will have to maintain a firm grip on it. It is great in stationary shots but clearly it is not made to do the same thing that a normal video tripod does because it lacks the handle. The ball gives great flexibility in most applications. I love the light weight of this tripod!!! Very sturdy!! Highly recommend. « Show Less
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Nope. There is a response that says this is a flimsy tripod and it is not for a travel tripod. I am a pro and use it as a travel tripod. I use a D800 and a Arca tech ball head and will handle everything to a 70-200vr f2.8. I don't extend everything out with that and weight it down. It it not as good as my huge $800 tripod, but that is to be expected.
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The Dolica 68" tripod is the best tripod I own and I own a lot of them! It is an all-around great tripod. I use the Celestron 15x70 binoculars on it and it handles them wonderfully even when the tripod is extended all the way up and you're looking straight up at the night sky. What you really need, however, is a decent binocular to tripod mount because the plastic one that comes with the Celestron binoculars is no good at all and it causes an uncontrollable amount of image shake. It is hard to believe that such a thing would make much difference but it makes a HUGE difference. I bought the Barska tripod adapter on Amazon for $9.95 and it is solid. Hope this helps.... Clear Skies! The Dolica 68" tripod is the best tripod I own and I own a lot of them! It is an all-around great tripod. I use the Celestron 15x70 binoculars on it and it handles them wonderfully even when the tripod is extended all the way up and you're looking straight up at the night sky. What you really need, however, is a decent binocular to tripod mount because the plastic one that comes with the Celestron binoculars is no good at all and it causes an uncontrollable amount of image shake. It is hard to believe that such a thing would make much difference but it makes a HUGE difference. I bought... » Read More The Dolica 68" tripod is the best tripod I own and I own a lot of them! It is an all-around great tripod. I use the Celestron 15x70 binoculars on it and it handles them wonderfully even when the tripod is extended all the way up and you're looking straight up at the night sky. What you really need, however, is a decent binocular to tripod mount because the plastic one that comes with the Celestron binoculars is no good at all and it causes an uncontrollable amount of image shake. It is hard to believe that such a thing would make much difference but it makes a HUGE difference. I bought the Barska tripod adapter on Amazon for $9.95 and it is solid. Hope this helps.... Clear Skies! « Show Less
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Yes it's fine but please understand that you cannot expect this to be as stable as a gitzo. This can take a normal sized dslr and an amateur lens, not pro bodies and lenses. The legs are a bit flimsy in my opinion. Overall for the money it's an awesome tripod. Please don't expect this to carry A 300mm lens and aD4.
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I would get a very sturdy tripod as this is a heavy scope. I used an existing tripod I had and it has adjustable legs and tilt. Works well but I would prefer one more sturdy. I use mine for bird watching and astronomy from my deck where I can move it around easily.
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Yes, it will work fine. I commented on a response but I want this to be seen for others as well; It's all about careful positioning, and it comes with a dual-pivot point head so you can balance the bulk of the weight back or forward according to your needs. if the camera is heavier on one side I generally put it towards the leg with the logo which is longer from the pivot point. I am a professional photographer who always carries this pod with me, and I use it on many outings. I support a D700 with battery grip and a metal-body F/2.8 lens. Sometimes I've even stuck my 80-200 f/2.8 on there and that is HEAVY. My girlfriend has a D5100 and I would not hesitate. She holds my camera and can't believe I use it because it's so heavy (full alloy, everywhere) I believe if you have issues with it tipping over you should practice with positioning the tripod and camera. do not point the bulk of the weight away from the single leg, and use the head to pivot as well as possible to keep the center of gravity near the center of the pod. good luck! I highly recommend this one. I found mine at a yard sale and WILL buy another if it ever breaks. Here are some numbers: D700 - 2.39lb MB-D10 grip loaded - .89lb nikon 80-200 f/2.8 lens - 2.81lb TOTAL : SIX POUNDS, about five without grip! That's more than I'd like to put on the tripod, but possible in a pinch. Now here's a potential kit: D5100 - 1.22lb (already a pound lighter) nikon 10.5mm fisheye - .67lb TOTAL: 1.89lb!! Less than one THIRD the weight of my kit. Or if you have a pro lens, say the Nikon 17-55mm 2.8 ED DX, that's 1.65lb. So a total of 2.87lb. Still less than half the weight I've set on this tripod. :) careful to balance and it will work.
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we have a D70 so i don't know if the D90 would be ok. i would think so as this tripod seems pretty sturdy.i would either ask Nikon or Dolica customer service and review it with them. if you review the weight on your camera and then see if Dolica can confirm the weight limit on their tripod, hopefully you can get an affirmative answer. sorry i don't know for sure.
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All tripods pretty much work for any camera. The threaded holes on the bottom of cameras (and video cameras too) are all the same size, and the screws on all tripods are the same size. So there is no specific tripod that is "good for this camera." The main variation between tripods is stability; since this camera weighs almost nothing, any tripod will work. If you had a heavy DSL with a big lens, or a professional video camera, you would want something heavy duty. You generally get what you pay for: a cheap tripod will be flimsy, an expensive one will be heavy and sturdy. But again, for this camera you don't need heavy and sturdy, so any inexpensive tripod should be fine.
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It will hold up to 15lbs. It works great with my D7000 and an 18-105 plus a 10lb sandbag which is heavier than your current setup.
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I use it on a D300.it is heavy!! It does take good pic and a tripod should be used
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Yep, no issues there! It is very sturdy. I've been using it with a d3300 and some heavy lenses, and would trust it with quite a bit more weight.
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I would not depend on this tripod to make the trip. Lots if plastic that does not hold together well. Only used mine around the house / yard and it started falling apart on day 6.