• Posted by Rahul Pathak on November 28, 2023 at 10:48 am

    Hello everyone,

    I’m in search of a sturdy tripod that meets specific criteria for my photography setup. I need a tripod with the following features:

    1. No Center Column

    2.~55lb Load Capacity

    3. Compatibility with Gear: I’ll be mounting a Nikon D500 with a Tamron 150-600 lens along with a Benro GH2 Aluminum Gimbal Head. The tripod should handle this gear combination comfortably.

    4. Minimum Height Less Than 5 Inches and Maximum around 66-72 inches.

    5. Budget: ~INR 40K

    I’d greatly appreciate recommendations from your experiences or knowledge of tripods that fit these criteria. Build quality, stability, and compatibility are crucial for my wildlife and sports photography.

    Thank you in advance for your suggestions and insights!

    Best regards,

    Rahul

    santke lama replied 1 week, 1 day ago 3 Members · 3 Replies
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  • Sudhir Shivaram

    Administrator
    November 29, 2023 at 11:22 am

    Go for the Leofoto Ranger LS-365C. That’s what I use and it’s good.

    • Rahul Pathak

      Member
      December 26, 2023 at 8:26 pm

      Thank you Sir. I am going with suggested tripod.

  • santke lama

    Member
    May 26, 2025 at 1:18 pm

    Sirui Snow Rider 3D W-2204 or ST-224 Carbon Fiber Tripods

    Load Capacity: ~18–22kg (adequate for your setup)

    Min Height: 5.9 inches (some models can go lower with legs spread flat)

    Max Height: ~70 inches

    Price: Around INR 36K–40K

    Pros:

    Strong carbon fiber construction

    Some models are waterproof/weatherproof (handy for outdoor shoots)

    Compatible with gimbals

    Cons: Some models have a center column (you can remove in certain versions)

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