Eric Ming Hui wrote: > > >I have a feeling I'll be getting a tripod this Christmas ;) > > > >This will be my first tripod, but that doesn't mean I'm after a > >cheap one; I'm willing to spend a bit more to get one that will > >last my whole photographic career (up to �100). I'm based in the > >U.K., and am currently just looking at the Jessops catalog. > >(BTW, Are Jessops' own brand tripods ok?) > > > >Any tips/advice/money greatly appreciated! > > I recommend the Slik U212 Deluxe. It�s a great tripod, not too heavy but > very stable. > It costs less than $100. > For more information, visit > http://www.sunpak.com/15d.html
I bought a Slik Able 300 DX about two years ago for just under USA 100. Comes complete with a nice 3-way head, the quick release plates are cheap but more than adequate, and you can get an optional short centerpost. This gets lower and higher than the old Bogen 3001, and has a broader base to boot. Though I recently bought a much heavier Bogen 3221 Wilderness, my Slik is FAR from retired. It's lighter, and when I'm going to do any significant amount of walking, the bigger better Bogen stays in the car. I've often thought the first tripod should be a good light-weight one. Less expense, and provided the thing is sturdy enough, you'll still need it once you buy the bigger ones. -Lon - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
