What is maximal weight load for tripod and Ball Head ?
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Manfrotto site suggests a maximum payload of 4KG (8.8lbs) for this kit. I've personally tried it with a nikon d800 + 70-200mm 2.8 lens. This kit works with most combination of dslr + zoom or prime except for supertele lenses.
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I am not a fan of ball heads on tripods. Tripods are for establishing a solid base for the camera, which implies fine adjustment capabilities the ball head simply doesn't have. Ball heads should pretty much be limited to use with lighting units and small cameras mounted on mini tripods and monopods.
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That ball head will definitely work with this tripod. As long as the head has threads on the bottom (they all do) and a mounting plate to screw to the bottom of the camera you're all set.
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This head supports Canon T4i w/ Canon 100-400m lens, especially with all adjustment knobs locked down. I use the head on a monopod for bird photography. You can find weight capacity of the head on Manfrotto's web site. The only problem I have is finding the "sweet" spot to support the camera and lens w/o sagging. In addition, the ball adjustment knob is large and my hands seem to hit it a lot.
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Head detaches from tripod. It's a ball head. I use this tripod/head for video all the time. It's not incredible heavy, so if there is a lot of ground vibration (people jumping, heavy equipment, etc.) it might not be the best choice, but it's easy to set up/transport, the fluid head is really surprising for the price, and I've definitely got my money's worth out of it --over and over.
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I've got a 5D2 and a 70-200 2.8 IS2 on top of a manfrotto fluid head and it slides smoothly end to end. I'm guessing about 5-8lbs at least.
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Hello Max, I have the same tripod but have a ball head (previously purchased). Depending on the type of shooting you do I have suggested two heads for you and it all depends on your pocket book. Please let me know if this was helpful. Manfrotto MHXPRO-3W X-PRO 3-Way Head with Retractable Levers and Friction Controls (Black) or Manfrotto MH293D3-Q2 290 Series 3-Way Photo Head with Compact Foldable Handles (Black)
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I had use it with about 20 lbs load (dolly wheels, video tripod, fluid head, DSLR camera w/monitor) and it worked pretty good. I don't know what is its max load capacity though.
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I am using the Really Right Stuff TVC-33 and a Wemberly gimble head. The tripod is heavy enough for my 800 mm lens also but not excessively heavy for short carrying in the field. I like the variable leg endings for rock placement and it still will reduce in height for macro pics in the field.
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My best answer would be around 8-10 pounds. I have a 3.2 pd lens attached to my Nikon D90 (2pds) plus I will attach weight balancer (6pds) for extra support sometimes and have had no problems even though the tripod is lightweight but very sturdy.
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I don't understand the question. I use this tripod with a manfrotto ball head and it works fine
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The weight is listed at 7lbs (without a tripod head).It has a listed load capacity of 15lbs.
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I am not sure about the weight of that camera model, but this is one of the sturdiest tripods I have ever seen! Hope this helps!
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The user manual does not say. Total loading capacity is 7.0 kg. (15.4 lbs.). With the central column fully extended at 90 degrees, this capacity would be considerably less since the tripod would be badly out of balance. The use of a counterweight would be required and there is a hook installed on the column specifically for this purpose. You would have to experiment with various weights and positions to determine what works best with your equipment. You may also have a problem with vibration with the central column extended since there is a loss of rigidity. I would guess this would be more severe, the heavier the equipment supported. The user manual does not say. Total loading capacity is 7.0 kg. (15.4 lbs.). With the central column fully extended at 90 degrees, this capacity would be considerably less since the tripod would be badly out of balance. The use of a counterweight would be required and there is a hook installed on the column specifically for this purpose. You would have to experiment with various weights and positions to determine what works best with your equipment. You may also have a problem with vibration with the central column extended since there is a loss of rigidity. I would guess this would be more... » Read More The user manual does not say. Total loading capacity is 7.0 kg. (15.4 lbs.). With the central column fully extended at 90 degrees, this capacity would be considerably less since the tripod would be badly out of balance. The use of a counterweight would be required and there is a hook installed on the column specifically for this purpose. You would have to experiment with various weights and positions to determine what works best with your equipment. You may also have a problem with vibration with the central column extended since there is a loss of rigidity. I would guess this would be more severe, the heavier the equipment supported. « Show Less
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I have a manfrotto with 502ah head and I add anorher 5lbs weight to balance my Canon 5Dmk3. No problem.
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I don't know. But I do know that although this is a quite good tripod for the money it will not replace a high quality tripod that a semi pro or pro photographer would use. In my opinion if you want to invest in additional heads you will quickly spend more than you invested in this tripod. You would be better off just buying this tripod again if damaged or you lose the head.
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I bought the Magnus VT-4000 Professional High Performance Tripod System with Fluid Head and love it. Super sturdy..