iamacellist wrote:
Greetings:
I have narrowed my tripod search to two choices (I think). I have combed the archives here, and don't see much about these two specific models, so I thought I would ask if any of you use either of these, and if you do, how you might feel about them. I want the tripod for both indoor and outdoor use, though its primary use will be indoors with some macro and product-style shooting, and maybe a portrait from time to time. Here are the two models I'm considering:
Vanguard Alta Pro 264AB
Manfrotto MK290XTA3-BHUS 290 Xtra Ball Head Kit
I am attracted to the flexibility of the Vanguard, but I don't really know the quality of their products. I am well-familiar with the Manfrotto name, and have thought they produced high-quality equipment, though I have read some reviews that lead me to believe their most recent products might not have the same quality they used to have?
Needless to say, if you think I'm way off on both of these choices and have a better idea, I'm all ears. I'd prefer not to go over $200, but I'm flexible with that, if it's really worth it.
Thanks for your help!
Greetings: br br I have narrowed my tripod search... (
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I've ooked at both of these tripods over the last year or so. I almost bought one of them and woudl have except that I needed a tripod more suited to traveling on my motorcycle.
Manfrottoe also akes a horizontal arm similar to the Vanguard unit if you choose the Manfrotto. The specs and features on the ball heads of each unit should also be a consideration.