sorry, the prob is i dun know the exact names of tripod parts but i meant getting the whole unit. hmm.. this is getting more complicated.. i read the description/specs on the SLIK website, and the complete unit can take a max weight of abt 2-2.5 kg, which for my F828 is sufficient, but guess i hv to thk long-term when upgrading to DSLR. but i saw a pic of this tripod used with a Nikon D70 in one of the web reviews so i thot it shld be sufficient for prosumer/basic DSLRs. since i dun know much abt tripods wld thk its more advisable to get a complete unit instead of mix and match. but you're right, guess i shld just go down to CP to get Steven's recommendation. thanks alot guys!