Cheap Tripod for large format

[venchka]

Do not overlook wood. They may be big. They may be heavier than aluminum, but they are virtually indestructible. The legs are only half of the system. Be prepared to spend more for a decent head than the legs. Unless you find everything together.
The original Tiltalls, made in New Jersey, USA, are very good indeed for rather large cameras.

Crown & Speed Graphics are "miniature" cameras compared to a monorail. I'm not sure that a tripod+head for a Graphic would be sufficient for a monorail. Try before you buy.


Wayne

 

[Ronald_H]

Anyone here use Berlebach tripods? They are made of wood, beautifully made in Germany and surprisingly inexpensive. Much less than a modern carbon tripod. Sure, they are on the heavy side but I'm still relatively young and strong ;-) Use it for the 'blad and a friend uses it for his weapon of mass destruction, a Mamyia 67 RB,

 

[JoeV]

Another option is a Home Depot surveyor's tripod, with 3/8" to 1/4" adapter, can be had for around $100 or so. Limited or no movements, however, although a person could adapt a camera head atop the rig.

~Joe

 

[jk0592]

Are the screw sizes the same on the base of a large format camera and a 35mm camera?

Some cameras apparently do have a 1/4 inch thread, but my 4x5 Cambo has a 3/8 thread, a bushing is necessary to fit on a regular tripod.

 

[Soeren]

I use my Sinar Norma 13X18cm on a Mannfrotto 055 with a Benbo B3 head and quick release plates. Works great for me and seems plenty stable enough.
Best regards