lxmike
M2 fan.
I dont mind second hand in fact over the years most of my gear has come from that route, (only my X Pro 1 was bought new), anyway I am in the market for a good tripod, a pod that will be home for my Hasselblad 500C, what would people recommend, I have around £150 to spend
madNbad
Well-known
If you don't need carbon fiber, the Manfrotto 055 aluminum tripods are a good choice. Stable enough to hold the 500c but not too heavy to carry around. Look around for the Hasselblad quick connectors. Makes life a lot easier when using a tripod.
Alpsman
Well-known
I'm also using a 055 Manfrotto with he 410 gearhead.
mfogiel
Veteran
If you are young, a heavy tripod like the 055 will not scare you, however, consider these additional facts:
- do you use the 90 deg finders, or only WLF and 45 deg one?
- do you use lenses longer than 150mm?
If the answer to these questions is no, then you might look for a lower and lighter tripod, as the C Hassy with mirror lifted up creates minimal vibrations and with lenses between 50-150mm is very well balanced.
I would always recommend a carbon fibre tripod - if you want to save some cash, look for one of the Gitzo basalt ones, these are almost as good as carbon and much cheaper.
- do you use the 90 deg finders, or only WLF and 45 deg one?
- do you use lenses longer than 150mm?
If the answer to these questions is no, then you might look for a lower and lighter tripod, as the C Hassy with mirror lifted up creates minimal vibrations and with lenses between 50-150mm is very well balanced.
I would always recommend a carbon fibre tripod - if you want to save some cash, look for one of the Gitzo basalt ones, these are almost as good as carbon and much cheaper.
lxmike
M2 fan.
thanks for the very helpful replies chaps