Advice on Compact Tripod for Wildflower/Fungi Photo's.

[Lancashire Lad]

Thanks for the help on this everyone.

Just to close things out, I eventually settled on the Manfrotto 785SHB.

Both the Benbo Minitrekker, and the Velbon Ultra Max are excellent in every way, but the Manfrotto closes down to the smallest overall dimensions.

I particularly favour the "trigger action" lock mechanism on the 360 degree ball joint head. (It also has a quick release camera attachment plate, wide splay legs, and split central column for the near to ground shots).

I hasten to say that I have no involvement with the company Manfrotto whatsoever, and would always advise others to do likewise comparisons.

Regards
Mike.

[delros1]

just a few to look at.manfroto tabletop tripod 709b,or the kit 345.
novoflex photo survival kit.
novoflex minipod.
hama pocket clamp/tripod.
manfrotto 331 support bracket,for monopods.
hope these few help.

[Lancashire Lad]

Thanks delros1, but I've bought the Manfrotto.

Been using it this last couple of days and I'm quite happy with it. I really like the trigger grip locking device on the ball head. Lets you angle the camera in every direction, and then locks it firm with press of the trigger button.

I've been using it for 4 and 5 second exposures in dark shade (fungi hunting) and they are coming out pin sharp.

Regards
Mike.