Tripod for sculpture-photograhy and flat-lay needed

[Philipwz20]

Hi everyone,

I am relatively new to photography. Up until now, I have been creating drawings and sculptures. I would now like to photograph these—placed on a table (normal height)—using analog film (Nikon FM2), and I am looking for a suitable standard tripod for this purpose.

· Not overly expensive; available in good condition (preferably older models, say before 2005)
· As simply constructed as possible; not too heavy; preferably monochromatic (ideally black or silver—no orange buttons or similar accents)
· Legs with locking stages
· 2-way pan-and-tilt head (with handle)
· Adjustable to a minimum height of 180 cm

I would also like to take flat-lay shots (of documents laying flat on table):

Apparently, for this I need the ability to use a

· horizontal center column

Is there on tripod which combines the mentioned criteria or should I consider purchasing an additional one for this purpose?

Which models would you recommend for this, keeping the aforementioned basic criteria in mind?

Many thanks, it's not easy to find I guess, your help is very much appreciated.

Best regards, Philip

 

[r_a_feldman]

You do not need a tripod with a horizontal center. Simply get a good regular tripod and then get an accessory arm such as the Benro GPAC502 Adjustable Multi-Angle Column (https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/803383503-USE/benro_gpac502_adjustable_multi_angle.html) or similar (the Bogen 131 Accessory Arm is another example).

 

[mpirie]

Have you considered using a copy stand?

There are many enlarger/baseboards that can double as a copy stand.

Mike

 

[Philipwz20]

You do not need a tripod with a horizontal center. Simply get a good regular tripod and then get an accessory arm such as the Benro GPAC502 Adjustable Multi-Angle Column (https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/803383503-USE/benro_gpac502_adjustable_multi_angle.html) or similar (the Bogen 131 Accessory Arm is another example).

thx!

 

[Philipwz20]

Have you considered using a copy stand?

There are many enlarger/baseboards that can double as a copy stand.

Mike

thank you

 

[Philipwz20]

You do not need a tripod with a horizontal center. Simply get a good regular tripod and then get an accessory arm such as the Benro GPAC502 Adjustable Multi-Angle Column (https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/803383503-USE/benro_gpac502_adjustable_multi_angle.html) or similar (the Bogen 131 Accessory Arm is another example).

Thank you. Could you mention some tripods with the criteria I have? I just don't really know where to start (as I prefer slightly older models, which are only offered second hand now). Btw. my budget would be up to 300,-