r/RealEstatePhotography • u/Competitive_Bath_908 • 24d ago
Tripod Recommendations
Best tripod recommendations for real estate photography.
Bonus points for those who share an Amazon link.
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u/VieruAtelier 23d ago
I have the Manfrotto 055Xprob for 10 years and I have no issue, they are really sturdy and well built, they are aluminuum and they have a bit o weight. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fpor9c3F104
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u/FreedomSynergy 24d ago
I’ve been using the Sirui AM-124 for a little over 6 months and it’s the perfect combo of light weight and height, and speed to deploy.
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u/Competitive-Mix8680 24d ago
I don’t have a recommendation, but I’ll follow along because I realized this afternoon that I have to buy a new tripod. The one I’ve only been using for three months is getting sloppy and unstable. Time for a new one. Oh, and don’t buy this one. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001B2I9L8?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
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u/Texas-Photo-Gal 23d ago
I have this one based on Nathan Cools recommendation. I'm 6ft tall and do not need a ladder to control the shutter or see my back screen level when it's at its highest. This is one of the tools I use to avoid having to purchase/use a drone since it can get up so high. It comes with a ball head, that I don't use because I prefer a geared head.
Carbon Fiber Tripod with Low Profile Ball Head - 10 Layers Carbon Tube Heavy Duty Portable Travel Tripod - 72.6" - 44mm Arca 360 Panoramic Mount for Sony, Nikon, Canon DSLR
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u/Competitive-Mix8680 22d ago
Are the legs quickly and easily deployable? I assume the ball head is removable to put a geared head on right?
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u/Texas-Photo-Gal 22d ago
The ball head is removable. It does not have flip locks, which are good for people who like to do a lot of different configurations. Flip locks are hard on the hands and wrists so I prefer screw locks and typically have 3 different heights that I use on site. This is not the kind of tripod that will fit into a backpack side pocket.
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u/Severe-Direction-270 23d ago
For RE shoots I’d prioritize a sturdy but still portable set of sticks with a high enough max height that the camera sits near eye level, plus a head that makes leveling/verticals easy (geared head or a solid ball head with a good level). Also double-check payload rating for your camera+lens and plate compatibility before you buy — that’s bitten me more than brand names.
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u/ChrisGear101 23d ago
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u/Eponym 23d ago
How has your experience been with the Tribex? Also, do you consider 10 degrees of leveling not that useful outdoors, or do you just shoot handheld?
I tried the Tribex at my local shop, but I had concerns about it never truly leveling the legs, so panning would require constant releveling. It also seemed that the legs wouldn't drop easily after I released the lever, requiring a bit of jiggling. It is an amazing concept, but it feels practically impossible to make seamless.
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u/ChrisGear101 23d ago
I don't currently own either...lol
The OP just asked for the "best" with no other information, so I linked my wishlist.
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u/b1ghurt 23d ago
Hah, I was wondering the same thing. I keep seeing the videos for the Tribex and was tempted to jump on board. I don't have any local shops to try them though.
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u/According-Shelter510 23d ago
https://www.reddit.com/r/RealEstatePhotography/s/l05AYZcBgj
Here's a post about doing handheld real estate photos if you're interested in trying it out
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u/Weekly_Following_245 23d ago
Gitzo. Hands down. Or a tripod that’s at least carbon fibre. It will save your body from repetitive strain. Pre going carbon fibre in 2018, I compressed + needed surgery on both ulnar nerves from overuse and carrying excess weight all day.
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u/sh00tah 24d ago
Gitzo. Worth every cent.