Renting a Tripod in Florence?

[Dale D]

I'm going to Tuscany for a couple of weeks...! I don't want to travel with my tripod; does anyone know if there's a shop in Florence that will rent a tripod?

Thanks,
Dale

 

[Rob-F]

Would it suit your purpose to bring along a lightweight folding walking stick of the type than has a tripod mount at the top? I use them with a small ballhead mounted. They can really help. And they are sold in both camera stores and outdoor outfitters.

 

[Dale D]

Hm, sounds like that might be functionally similar to a monopod? I'm looking to include long exposure night shots, so really need a tripod.

Where in Missouri are you? I lived in St. Louis for 21 years, but moved to Reno 3 years ago.

Dale

 

[plummerl]

As a fallback, I always take my Ultrapod (http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/239963-REG/Ultrapod_PD02010_2_Black.html) with me. The strap lets me attach it to quite a few objects at various heights and I can also usually find something to put it on at a regular height. It only weighs about 4oz. and fits in anything. I also like to take night shots.