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CaptainBlood · Dec 6, 2012, 4:00 PM

I just bought a new compact (Sony HX30v) and am looking for a tripod I can use with it. Obviously it should be sturdy but I don't want to have to carry a 12-pounder with a two-ton capacity. Something lightweight and around 65" tall would do nicely.

Any advice would be appreciated.

Don

PWhite214 · Apr 17, 2013, 4:29 PM

I bought a Vanguard 263AT which comes with a pretty good ball head. I have used it to support my A700 with a Sigma 150-500mm lens. It has served me well. I have not minded it's weight carrying it around state parks ETC.

List price is around $200. I got extra QR plates from EBAY.

Phil

Dec 6, 2012, 4:00 PM	#1
CaptainBlood Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Posts: 1	Looking for advice on buying a lightweight tripod I just bought a new compact (Sony HX30v) and am looking for a tripod I can use with it. Obviously it should be sturdy but I don't want to have to carry a 12-pounder with a two-ton capacity. Something lightweight and around 65" tall would do nicely. Any advice would be appreciated. Don

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Apr 17, 2013, 4:29 PM	#2
PWhite214 Junior Member Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 10	I bought a Vanguard 263AT which comes with a pretty good ball head. I have used it to support my A700 with a Sigma 150-500mm lens. It has served me well. I have not minded it's weight carrying it around state parks ETC. List price is around $200. I got extra QR plates from EBAY. Phil