Best tripods on Reddit
109 reviews from r/lostarkgame, r/largeformat, r/Nikon and 15 more subreddits
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#1
Manfrotto
4.2
(22)
"I use this one daily. 2.8 pounds and 19.8 pound capacity."
"A stabilizer is really useful for long lenses."
"I use the Manfrotto with their clip meant for wider devices."
"A good tripod is a near lifetime investment."
"A second hand Manfrotto 055 will work perfectly for your needs. I have had one for years and have used it with my 4x5."
"The quick-release system enhances the functionality of the tripod for PTZ work."
"This tripod with the quick-release system has turned out to be a fantastic combination for PTZ work."
"I highly suggest anything Manfrotto."
"I like 3-way heads for large format."
"It works well and is pretty sturdy. I replaced the mount on the head with a quick release mount."
#2
Gitzo
4.9
(7)
"Quite expensive ~$700 but my favorite tripod so far. The traveler carbon is so lightweight that I will take it with me just in case."
"Check out Gitzo tripod; they’re crazy expensive but solid. My coworker has been using his for about 30 years."
"Old Gitzo tripods are surprisingly cheap, and they are absolute tanks."
"A Gitzo Legend has become the new king. Not as finely adjustable but I don’t care anymore because it weighs nothing."
"A good carbon fiber tripod can last decades and dampens vibration effectively."
"The Gitzo GT5542LS is stable and light for its size, making it a worthwhile investment for serious photographers."
"Older gitzos are great tripods in good condition and can be found cheap."
#3
Game
4.0
(6)
"Planning purchases in the tripod market can lead to significant savings."
"Quick preparation and meter generation are essential for bards, and the suggested skills enhance gameplay."
"The quick preps make the semi burst window better, improving cooldowns and buff uptimes."
"Half moon slash and shackling blue dragon crit buff are effective for gameplay."
"The cooldown management is crucial for maximizing damage output."
"Quick Preps make your fights comfier but if you're comfortable with the class you can get the damage tripods first."
#4
Sirui
4.3
(4)
"Excellent value is the Sirui Traveler 7C at 3.46 lbs. It's lightweight, easy to set up, and very stable even in winds."
"Sirui tripods are solid and affordable."
"Very light and reasonably cheap, extends to about 1.6m."
"Very light and reasonably cheap, extends to about 1.6m."
#5
Vanguard
3.8
(4)
"Vanguard makes a good tripod with these features. I’ve had mine for two years now and it’s still as tight as day one."
"The Vanguard Alta Pro tripod allows for versatile positioning with its adjustable center column."
"Vanguard makes a lot of tripods with center columns that can do that."
"Quality is not up to par for the gear I wanted to put on it."
#6
3 Legged Thing
5.0
(3)
"Make sure it has a hook on the bottom of the central column for stability."
"Great gear, over the top customer service, prices are correct."
"I use a 3 Legged Thing Albert 2.0 on my GS-1."
#7
Benro
4.3
(3)
"I’m a Benro guy and absolutely love their tripods."
"Benro tripods are solid and affordable."
"Benro has a few inexpensive tripods that may be good."
#8
Paladin
4.3
(3)
"The build is effective for bosses, especially with the shield duration."
"The shield lasts long enough for most encounters."
"The mana regeneration is a great addition."
#9
Surveying Tripod
4.0
(3)
"That's what I use - cheap, and far more sturdy than any photographic tripod."
"A surveyors tripod could work, usually have a larger flat topped surface."
"You can get wooden surveying tripods second-hand for cheap."
#10
Game Skill
4.0
(3)
"Maelstorm offers excellent orb control, making it a top choice."
"The skills are well-balanced and effective in endgame scenarios."
"Blitz Rush has multiple enhancements that improve its effectiveness."
#11
Leofoto
5.0
(2)
"This tripod is perfect and very light for its height."
"It's awesome, light, sturdy, etc. It's compact with a small diameter."
#12
Rational
5.0
(2)
"Rational 3B head is a great addition for stability."
"Rational 2 is a reliable choice for my setups."
#13
Peak Design
4.5
(2)
"I have the peak design tripod. It’s expensive but I really like it."
"I have the peak design tripod. It's expensive but I really like it."
#14
Bard
4.5
(2)
"Bard tripods are ultra cheap."
"Was able to save 43 +4 Tripods, been meaning to look for a comprehensive guide somewhere."
#15
Dark Resurrection
4.5
(2)
"Hardest hitting yellow skill with the most efficient tripod."
"Further buffs the strongest yellow skill."
#16
Peak Design PD Tripod
4.0
(2)
"I use my iPhone 13 Pro with the PD tripod all the time."
"I use the PD tripod and my iPhone 13pro."
#17
Neewer
4.0
(2)
"Newwer makes good quality products, often the best in terms of price/performance."
"Neewer video tripods are surprisingly good for a hundred bucks or so."
#18
Game Mechanics
3.0
(2)
"This is the best tripod combo for mayhem zerkers, offering consistent damage and ease of use."
"Quick prep level 5 on tempest slash is not a priority and offers minimal DPS increase."
#19
Rollei
5.0
(1)
"I’m happy with the Rollei C6i carbon for my Bronica SQ."
#20
Vanguard Alta Pro 3VRL
5.0
(1)
"Vanguard Alta Pro 3VRL is recommended."
#21
Peak Design Carbon Fiber Tripod
5.0
(1)
"I use the carbon fiber one all the time with just my phone."
#22
100mm Ball Tripod
5.0
(1)
"I’ve got several 100mm ball tripods for work and they are fantastic."
#23
Matthews
5.0
(1)
"We’re using Matthews roller stands with ball head mounts for the 160s."
#24
Vinten
5.0
(1)
"The Vinten Vision Blue 5 tripods provide excellent stability and counterbalance for heavier setups."
#25
Skywin
5.0
(1)
"Works great on a hardwood floor and one sees over a tall bookshelf."
#26
Uniqball
5.0
(1)
"This head is a good alternative to heavy gimbals."
#27
e-image
5.0
(1)
"Using a rising center column tripod is super helpful with PTZ, making it easy to see over crowds."
#28
Star Adventurer
5.0
(1)
"It's hard to go wrong with the Star Adventurer tripod for the price."
#29
Game Build
5.0
(1)
"The build is optimized for high damage with quick cooldowns."
#30
Kupo
5.0
(1)
"My go-to for ptzs. Lots of height at a pretty low cost."
#31
Ideal
5.0
(1)
"The Ideal Star Adventurer tripod is excellent for astrophotography."
#32
5.0
(1)
"An excellent tool for organizing data and collaborating with others."
#33
Promaster
5.0
(1)
"I have a promaster scout and absolutely love it. They’re about $90+. Lightweight and adaptable. Has quick connect. Their customer service is wonderful too."
#34
SeeStar
5.0
(1)
"It is even better and tracks the celestial objects."
#35
Reporter
5.0
(1)
"I primarily use a Reporter Performance that I picked up for about $150."
#36
Carbon
5.0
(1)
"It's a wonderful tripod for photographing coastline and waves."
#37
Pentax
5.0
(1)
"My heaviest payload is the Pentax K1 with the DFA 15-30/f2.8."
#38
Feisol
5.0
(1)
"It allows you to do top down shots when you want the sensor to be parallel to the shooting surface."
#39
JOBY
5.0
(1)
"For better/best octopus tripods, go with the original - Joby."
#40
Acratech
5.0
(1)
"Excellent for panos."
#41
SmallRig
5.0
(1)
"Really happy with it so far."
#42
Amazon Basics
5.0
(1)
"It works perfectly."
#43
Zacro
5.0
(1)
"It works perfectly."
#44
Mandrottos
5.0
(1)
"I second the Mandrottos above. I have a 3 section Mandrottos 055 with the 90 degree column. No extra accessories needed."
#45
Tiltall
5.0
(1)
"The best, cheapest option if you need good stability and a low price."
#46
Berlebach
4.0
(1)
"My go-to combo for the RB67 is a Berlebach report 903 ash wood tripod."
#47
Ulanzi
4.0
(1)
"Ulanzi has a variety of tripods."
#48
Slik Master Tripod
4.0
(1)
"Slik Master Tripod available on eBay."
#49
EW
4.0
(1)
"Dextrous Shot provides great mobility and faster casting."
#50
Cartoni
4.0
(1)
"Great dual to quad camera setup with a rising center column."
#51
Giottos
4.0
(1)
"Folds up small enough to fit diagonally in my carry-on suitcase."
#52
Miller
4.0
(1)
"I got a great deal on a miller tripod with a video head on it, the thing is great, it locks down my toyo 810 no problem."
#53
DIY
4.0
(1)
"Pretty neat IMO."
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