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Jack,
I have the leveling head for the Series 3 systematic that I use from my home base.
I am toying with the idea of a series 3 with a leveling feature as a travel alternative.
How do you think that the cube would fit on top of a series 2 or is it too large or heavy?
thanks
-bob
Do you think the cube would be too much for a 1540?The 3 series is probably ideal for the Cube, the 2 series is probably okay but maybe a bit small-ish --- the Cube weighs in at about 2 pounds, so I keep a lightweight ballhead on my 2 series...
As you say, no M user should be using tripods and ball heads.Well we have the bags and straps . Let's talk about the real important stuff . Tripods and Ball heads . i know no M shooter should be using tripods.
Steve,Guy,
Here's one that really will fit in your pocket: the Manfrotto 3007. http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/5239-REG/Bogen_Manfrotto_3007_3007_Tabletop_Tripod_Legs.html
With a RRS BH-25 installed it weighs only ten ounces (384 grams).
Steve
I have this tripod and really like it. I take it everywhere because it is so small and light. I think it is sturdier than it looks (I agree about not extending the center column). I have heard that it can support a man leaning on it. The included ballhead is not very useful and I replaced it with a better ballhead. I am 5'9" and I don't feel that I have to lean over too much.1550 - tripod legs can flip 180 degrees so you can fold them around the ball head for protection. Very light. BUT - 5 sections of legs and the bottom ones are thinner than my pinky finger. I don't think this tripod is sturdy enough and IMHO I just wouldn't feel comfortable putting really expensive gear on it. Tripod is very short fully extended. Even with center column extended (which I was advised against) you will be bending over a lot to frame your shots. $640 (includes ballhead)
terry