Purchasing a gitzo tripod and head..need some help :D

[gavintan]

hi guys, i wish to purchase a gitzo tripod and head for landscaping shots...anyone can recommend some models of gitzo? I'm pretty ok with the budget ..currently using 400d but gonna upgrade to a FF canon soon..

 

[swishbrade]

You can try the Explorer. Coupled with an Acratech ballhead, I have found it to be very versatile in achieving almost shot angle plus provide me with a stable base on any terrain. This combo is so versatile that you will probably find it handy to have a spirit-leveler in your bag.

http://www.gitzo.com/Jahia/site/git...9:3CAT:CC49:4CAT:D119&curMarketId=MARKET:MKT1

 

[iMac08]

i was looking for a 1541T but the height ain't what i wanted. so i got a 1541 instead with a Q3 head + wimberly plate.

 

[Garion]

What is the max weight of your combo that you will use on your tripod? If your setup is just a WA lens + FF body, you can consider the Gitzo 1541/1541T. Anything heavier than that combo, a carbon fibre Gitzo 2 series would be your best bet. (entire range viewable at Gitzo.com)

For head, I would recommend either the Markins Q3 or M10. (the former if you are using 1541/1541T or for travel purposes).

 

[swishbrade]

i was looking for a 1541T but the height ain't what i wanted. so i got a 1541 instead with a Q3 head + wimberly plate.

That's a really sexy combo! With the new upgrades from the older model, Gitzo has really beefed up the weight (1kg) : weight bearing (8kg) ratio of this tripod tremendously! Good buy.

 

[ortega]

try the configurator

http://configurator.gitzo.com:20080/gitzoConfiguratorWS/default.html