Is a Canon 60D with a 18-200 lense too heavy for this?
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I agree with the other answers here. Even though your camera kit far exceeds the recommended weight limit for the DNA 1000, it's still doable if you buy extra counterweights. However, it will still be very hard to control. I recommend you just go with a smaller lens such as a 18-55 because you're not going to get smooth video with a long focal length anyway.
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It depends on if you can hold 6.5+ pounds in one hand in front of your body for extended periods of time. I too have a 60D with an 18-135mm and find no issues balancing it. It takes practice but it works. Also take into account that the next step up is considerably more pricey. As mentioned though, you do need extra washers if you plan to use anything above the weight of a small camcorder. Just my two cents... :)
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I would say yes, I have used this with the canon 60D and the 18-135 and it was very hard to balance compared to my camcorder. It will work if you buy extra washers, but it was not as stable. If it is the main camera you are using I would go for a bigger steadycam.
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Yes.... I carried a Canon 7D with a 70-200 L lens throughout Europe for two weeks. Just make sure you "Lock" the camera in place so prevent dropping the camera.
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my camera only weighs 19.8 oz and isn't really considered a dslr .........thanx so much for your input though :)
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It is definitely heavy -- feels like a lens that would be attached to a larger dslr -- but given the quality, I understand why it is so weighty. There is another lens that they offer that is a 200mm - not sure if the size/weight is the same, but if you need a long range quality lens, this one certainly is worth it. I definitely do use my 16-50mm on most days though.
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My camera and telephoto lens weighs 7lbs. and there is no problem. It is very sturdy but don't try to use it as a stand alone tripod. It can tip easily.
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I have a 60D with 18-135 lens, and it fits, but just barely. It's a pretty tight fit, so I have a hard time fitting anything else besides the camera body and lens.
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I feel very confident with the RS-7 strap with my 6d and 700-200 f4. That camera and lens are both lighter than yours, but I think they would be fine. You might double-check with Black Rapid to see if the RS-4 might be a little "heavier duty". The RS-4 looks a little heftier in the web pictures, but they don't seem to note it as such.
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Yes. The lens shoots with zero distortion or CA and is much lighter and easier to carry. Although, it depends on the amount of use you get from your 80-200. If that's an effective focal length, this lens is basically perfect.
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Yes. It is durable and of good quality. My Canon 40D n Sigma 18-200 is about that weight.
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I have a Nicon D90 and a D600 it carrys them both just fine. They both have 18- 300 lens on them.
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I I used the 70-200 with the Canon 5D Mark III, I don't know how it is with the 60D. You probably can find a list of compatible lenses/cameras at Kenko's website.
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I have used a Nikon D800 (31 oz) plus a Nikkor 60-200mm f2.8 lens (54 oz) and it was stable & fine. No issues.
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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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Hi Stephen, I bought the lens for a family trip, and sell it as soon as I can back, I think is to heavy to travel with.
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The weight would not be a problem, but the padding is not that thick. you would probably need to add so foam rubber to cushion your camera and lens..otherwise it should work well.
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A 70D with an 18-135 lens should fit, but I doubt that a 200-550 will fit. In my opinion you should look for a bigger bag if you want it to fit all of your gear.
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Yes you can use it on a 60D. This lens isn't high end but performs well for what you paid. You'll probably use your 18-200mm mainly and only this lens when you need to reach out to 300mm. There is no VR on this lens so at 300mm it's very hard to hold still. Be sure to use fast shutter speeds.