Tripod suggestions please!

[EASmithV]

Hey, I currently shoot a lot of 4x5, and I am looking for a tripod that would be ideal for large format macro, landscape, and portraiture. I don't really like geared heads as i feel that they are too susceptible to damage.

I also want a tripod that could be able to handle an 8x10 camera with ease, for when I finish that project...

 

[jmcd]

tripod

For the two formats mentioned, I like Ries J 100-2, with the J 250 two-way tilt head. For 4x5 up to 5x7, I like Ries J100. I find the J100 too springy for my taste when used with 8x10.

 

[Ian Grant]

There are so many good tripods available so you are rather spoilt for choice. Manfrotto, Slik, Velbon are all good makes.

I'm currently using a Manfroto 074 with a 3 way head, it's a great tripod but I prefer a video style head, so will change it at some point. The current equivalent is the 161MKII. I use the tripod for 5x4 and 10x8 and it's sturdy while still being reasonable to carry.

Ian