Re: [Rollei] tripods

[dshea]

I agree with Ellis; I have two Sachtlers, a Tiltall and a Linhof (same
size as the Sachtlers and with lever locks). The tripod I use most often
is the Linhof -- everything about it is very precise. The Tiltall is a
nice light tripod, but I have no illusion to it being anything more than
it is: very simple and basic.

Cheers,

Doug


> I prefer the Linhof's more so than the gitzo's.
> The Linhof's have a lever on each leg extension. When you throw the
> lever over you have a positive lock.My other Linhof uses knobs which can
> tend to lock in freezing weather. I also use a gitzo and it is very
> nice.
> Over the years I have tried Tiltall, Bogen as well. They are nice
> tripods but their usability and quality seem to be in direct proportion
> to the monetary investment.
> Now I know the Linhof's are expensive but worth every penny. Even their
> tripod heads are superior. They have a silkiness and a grip unlike I
> have ever seen.
> regards,
> ellis

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