Manfrotto or Hama tripods?
Posted 28/02/2013 - 21:09
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I did have a Hama traveller for a while, I thought that it was a good piece of kit and more than capable, but I have just obtained a Manfrotto 190 Xprob and although it is not a like for like comparison, I am very impressed by the quality and construction of the Manfrotto
Best bit of advice that I could give is to get hands on a good selection to help in the decision making process.
Best bit of advice that I could give is to get hands on a good selection to help in the decision making process.
A very happily using a K30. My wife says I have too many lenses.
Posted 28/02/2013 - 21:10
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Go and try them...
buy a good quailty make will last a lifetime ...
you need to try/test....
If you off to focus, try them there..
buy a good quailty make will last a lifetime ...
you need to try/test....
If you off to focus, try them there..
Posted 28/02/2013 - 21:14
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Main advice .... don't skimp on tripods - made that mistake twice.
Have heard a few people say they were happy with Hama. I had one once ..it was the worst product of any sort I have ever owned.
Have heard a few people say they were happy with Hama. I had one once ..it was the worst product of any sort I have ever owned.
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Posted 28/02/2013 - 21:21
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In photography, some things can be cheap and cheerful. Unfortunately for the pocket, tripods are not amongst them. If you need a tripod, get a decent one. Really just echoing Mike's advice above.
Posted 28/02/2013 - 21:25
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I seem to remember that someone on this forum recommended buying the "heaviest tripod that one's wife could carry". I guess that is not helpful in your case!
FWIW I have an old Velbron VE-3 that I have no cause to complain about.
Martin
FWIW I have an old Velbron VE-3 that I have no cause to complain about.
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Posted 28/02/2013 - 21:27 - Helpful Comment
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I wouldn't go for either Hama or Manfrotto for the following reasons:
- Hama are cheap but you get what you pay for, i.e. flimsy construction and won't last if used outside frequently (as I do with my tripod in all weathers!)
- Manfrotto are relatively expensive, better built but you are paying for the name
I would strongly recommend a Redsnapper tripod, superbly made, relatively inexpensive and will last for many years if looked after. it's also very flexible in terms of positioning and if mine ever broke or was lost I would not even think of looking at another brand.
Regards
David
- Hama are cheap but you get what you pay for, i.e. flimsy construction and won't last if used outside frequently (as I do with my tripod in all weathers!)
- Manfrotto are relatively expensive, better built but you are paying for the name
I would strongly recommend a Redsnapper tripod, superbly made, relatively inexpensive and will last for many years if looked after. it's also very flexible in terms of positioning and if mine ever broke or was lost I would not even think of looking at another brand.
Regards
David
Posted 28/02/2013 - 22:38
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davidstorm wrote:
I wouldn't go for either Hama or Manfrotto for the following reasons:
- Hama are cheap but you get what you pay for, i.e. flimsy construction and won't last if used outside frequently (as I do with my tripod in all weathers!)
- Manfrotto are relatively expensive, better built but you are paying for the name
I would strongly recommend a Redsnapper tripod, superbly made, relatively inexpensive and will last for many years if looked after. it's also very flexible in terms of positioning and if mine ever broke or was lost I would not even think of looking at another brand.
Regards
David
What he said
I wouldn't go for either Hama or Manfrotto for the following reasons:
- Hama are cheap but you get what you pay for, i.e. flimsy construction and won't last if used outside frequently (as I do with my tripod in all weathers!)
- Manfrotto are relatively expensive, better built but you are paying for the name
I would strongly recommend a Redsnapper tripod, superbly made, relatively inexpensive and will last for many years if looked after. it's also very flexible in terms of positioning and if mine ever broke or was lost I would not even think of looking at another brand.
Regards
David
Posted 01/03/2013 - 02:11 - Helpful Comment
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I have a Hama 'Omega Premium II' tripod... It's alright but for the money and in hindsight I could have bought used and got something better...
I keep comming very close to buying a Red Snapper for the reasons listed by davidstorm above but when you 'have' a tripod it becomes difficult to justify buying another one (especially to 'her indoors')...
But if I could justify it (to her indoors) then I'd be going for: http://www.redsnapperuk.com/camera-accessories/RS-324___RSH-12_Head.html#nogo
And possibly a macro head as well (maybe)
I keep comming very close to buying a Red Snapper for the reasons listed by davidstorm above but when you 'have' a tripod it becomes difficult to justify buying another one (especially to 'her indoors')...
But if I could justify it (to her indoors) then I'd be going for: http://www.redsnapperuk.com/camera-accessories/RS-324___RSH-12_Head.html#nogo
And possibly a macro head as well (maybe)
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Posted 01/03/2013 - 02:27
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Buy a heavy one that can stand in water or one leg on the ground and two up a wall or tree. Get a UNI-LOC. the fat end of the legs is at the bottom and they really are waterproof. The centre leg can hold a camera at either end so you can shoot at ground level. They are like a demented octopus until you get used to them and then you juust know they are THE BEST.
Sorry fellas but all the modern ones with their multi position centre legs just followed Benbo and the same people that made the Benbo then went on to make the UNI-LOC.
CHEERS Vic.
Sorry fellas but all the modern ones with their multi position centre legs just followed Benbo and the same people that made the Benbo then went on to make the UNI-LOC.
CHEERS Vic.
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Posted 01/03/2013 - 02:31
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I've just had a look on ebay and they have a selection of UNI-LOC and Benbo. I have the model 1700.
CHEERS again Vic.
PS I've had mine for over 20years and it's operation is still perfect
CHEERS again Vic.
PS I've had mine for over 20years and it's operation is still perfect
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Posted 01/03/2013 - 09:43
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I have never heard of a redsnapper, I don't know if Castle cameras do them. Would you say the Manfrotto MKC3-P02 Compact Photo Kit - Grey is good?
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Posted 01/03/2013 - 10:31
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+1 for the Uniloc
Posted 01/03/2013 - 10:33
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SteveF wrote:
+1 for the Uniloc
What does a Uniloc look like on a tripod?
+1 for the Uniloc
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Posted 01/03/2013 - 11:02
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The UNI-LOC IS a tripod. Look up the UNI-LOC site. There are some UNI-LOCs on ebay at this time. Also some Benbo, but the UNI-LOC was made by the origonal makers of the Benbo but with some new and better features. You can fit any head you want on the top. The series 1700 is the most versatile. As I said before I've had mine for about 20years now and it still works perfectly. (At this rate you'd think I worked for them) I don't!
CHEERS Vic.
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CHEERS Vic.
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which looks good, but isn't sure if she should go down the Manfrotto route instead.
Can you advise please?
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