Posted by Michael Lotito on February 10, 2010 at 9:43 AM
I just broke down and bought the Canon EF 500 F4 IS USM. I picked up a knockoff gimbal head which is really nice in spite of my worst fears. I would like a tripod recommendation since my current unit is woefully inadequate.
Thanks in advance!
Posted by Luke Ormand on February 10, 2010 at 12:18 PM
Posted by Mike Lascut on February 10, 2010 at 12:29 PM
Hi Michael,
I use the Gitzo 3530lsv for the past 4 years, and I'm extremely satisfied with it. I use it with the Canon 1Ds Mark II + 500 F4 or 600 F4 lens. Great stability and very light (carbon fiber).
Posted by Douglas Graham on February 10, 2010 at 1:18 PM
Go carbon fiber because your going to be totting a lot of weight. I think Gitzo is the best made but there are other brands to look at. I have the G1325 and its been a really solid performer.
Posted by Keith Bauer on February 10, 2010 at 1:48 PM
You bought an incredible lens. You should be able to make some great images with it. My advice..... Buy a tripod that will support it well. The Gitzo 3530, 3540 will do the job. I'm always amazed when I see a $6000 lens on top of shaky legs and a crummy head..
Posted by Jim DeWitt on February 12, 2010 at 10:40 AM
Another vote for Gitzo. I use a 2542L with my Olympus 300mm and E-3 and am extremely satisfied. Unbelievably light and very stable.
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I use the Gitzo 3530lsv for the past 4 years, and I'm extremely satisfied with it. I use it with the Canon 1Ds Mark II + 500 F4 or 600 F4 lens. Great stability and very light (carbon fiber).