Anyone willing to give me some advice?

[Emma1987]

If you want to get those really cool night shots, including fireworks, the tripod is "almost" a necessity. I only get to WDW every 1 1/2-2 years so I have to get what I can, when I can and still interact with the family to enjoy the trip. I also deal with weight issues for flying. It took a while for me to find a tripod that was light, fairly sturdy and compact enough to fly. I use my camera backpack as one of my carry-ons and the less than three lbs. works wonderfully. Besides fitting on the side of my camera bag, it can also lay flat in my carry-on suitcase, making it very easy to store if I want. I have carried it both ways. The fact that it converts to a monopod is a plus. I like to have all my equipment with me because it never fails that the one time I can get the shot of a lifetime, I'm lacking the required piece of equipment! Good luck on your choices and I hope you have a wonderful photographic trip.

Hi GiannasPapa...

Thank you for your reply. I am curious to know what brand your tripod is? i like the idea that it doubles up as a monopod too.

Also, thanks for the well wishes on my upcoming trip!!

 

[Gianna'sPapa]

Hi GiannasPapa...

Thank you for your reply. I am curious to know what brand your tripod is? i like the idea that it doubles up as a monopod too.

Also, thanks for the well wishes on my upcoming trip!!

Its a Cullmann Magic 4. Clilck on this website and it will take you to B & H's page for it.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...STEM_w_CB.html

I didn't want to spend a fortune on a travel tripod, but wanted something somewhat sturdy to hold my camera. This fit my budget and my needs. I have used it on numerous vacation trips and I also use it as a flash stand for an off-camera flash when I'm using my around-home heavier duty tripod. Its gotten some use and has held up.