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Question: Hi, I would like to buy a tripod for my Nikon D3000 camera and need to know if this is suitable for that camera. Thanks.
Document: I'm not often a &#34;brand&#34; type person but I do make an exception for tripods. For me it's Manfrotto or nothing. I was looking for a tripod to carry on my camera backpack while mountain biking to remote locations to photograph wildlife. The Manfrotto BeFree Compact Lightweight Tripod fits the need perfectly. They way that it folds with the included head is very clever. A nice small compact package. Of course I would like it to be a little lighter but to make it lighter it would need to sacrifice quality or need to be constructed of carbon fiber.
It would be nice if I can pan the camera while having the ball locked. Then again, thats why I have the 468. You need need to pay for more features.For this price and size, there are some other options that may be better such as the Benro Travel Angel. My personal preference is that I prefer Manfrotto so I am going to keep it.I will use this in the field and see how my experience goes and update as necessary.
I chose this because I also have the 468 Hydrostatic head and it is a breeze to use. This ball head is much smaller so it requires a little more time to align and tighten. Also, once you tighten the ball, you cannot pan (turn) the camera. If you release the ball, everything comes lose and you need to redo all the adjustments/alignments. There is no bubble level, but I would just place a bubble level on the head first before mounting the camera. As for performance, it held the weight of the equipment.
It's just moree money and weight, however.By the way, I did use a timer or a remote clicker for all the shots. This rig is not like the big tripods that exists in studios. Tap on this to press the shutter and it oscillates. I can't imagine one that would not without being much, much heavier.The problem with tripods is that they are tripods and not nearly as convenient as shooting handheld. However, I am learning that there is no substitute for a still camera. This tripod will not disappoint you if you bring it home.
I love my big Manfrotto tripod, but it's heavy to lug around on a hike, and kind of big to pack in a suitcase or carry on board when flying. This compact tripod is a good compromise in size and "heavy duty-ness" when you need to carry it for hours in the hills or out in the desert. The included carry case, with shoulder strap, is very handy if I haven't got anywhere left to tie it on my camera pack. It isn't as tall as my regular tripod, but I'm willing to live with that.
This is my first tripod and I feel like I made an excellent choice. It's well-built, sturdy, clearly good quality and holds my Nikon 7100 with 70-200 Nikkor lens, no problem. I like the swivel head and quick-release mechanism. I don't feel like it's about to blow over; if it's super windy I'll just spread the legs out a little more and lean over to take a shot. I am debating between four and five stars because it is a bit heavy for a travel tripod.
I have a Nikon D300s with a Nikkor 80-400mm lens out front - lots of weight. This tripod performed flawlessly in a recent trip to a National Wildlife Refuge and a Florida wetlands. I purchased it for the lightweight, compactness for air travel. I carried it aboard, with all the camera gear, which fit either in the overhead bin on the 757 or under my seat. It sets up quick, locks down stable and performed well. The only negative, are the feet, they are applied with a countersunk, yet exposed, screw.
Very good quality! Well constructed! The size is just perfect to take it anywhere, including into backpacks and carry-on luggage. It supports the weight of my Nikon D610 D-SLR camera plus a Nikon 28-300mm VR zoom lens. Great purchase!
This tripod delivers exactly what it says it will. It is a solid, steady tripod. Easy to set up and take down.I am a fan of the Manfrotto line of tripods. I own a larger Manfrotto tripod as well as a Manfrotto monopod. I really like the rapid relase plate design that Manfrotto employs. It is very quick, and very sturdy. The ball head is very responsive and easy to use. It holds my camera and large lens very steady in any position I have placed it in.I was in the market for a travel tripod for a while.
This compact is almost what I wanted,  Its not bulky, everything works well and should last. The ball head is new to me and a basic pan head would really be my preference,  I would buy this item again. The ball head works as intended just not for me.
Answer: Yes, if you need a lightweight and compact tripod. Great travel tripod. A heavier tripod like a Manfrotto 055XproB might be more useful if you do not need light weight and compact size for travel.