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Originally Posted by ZMan8
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It really depends on what you'll be using it for. If you're using it outdoors in possible high traffic, windy or unstable areas...you should think about spending that money towards a more durable one. Would you really trust an $80 tripod holding your $$$$ camera & lens? For light duty...and I mean indoors and no possibility of people hitting it.... it may be okay. I sure as hell wouldn't leave my gear on that thing unattended though.
I'd stick to Manfrotto or Vanguard. Their less expensive travel ones with a ball head are better choices. I would look into used tripods of those brands if you don't want to spend a ton. The better tripods are also easier to sell if you plan to upgrade later.