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Old April 18th 07, 05:04 PM posted to rec.photo.equipment.medium-format
Michael Weinstein[_11_]
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Default Suitable tripod for Pentax 6x7

On 2007-04-15 12:52:53 -0400, "Christopher Tidy"
said:

Hi folks,

I'm thinking of moving into medium format photography when money
allows. Currently I shoot 35 mm with a Nikkormat FT3, which I love,
but there are times when I would like better resolution for my best
pictures.

I use a Manfrotto 190B tripod with the 168 ball head. Do people think
this tripod is sturdy enough to carry a Pentax 6x7? The reason I ask
is because I recently acquired a job lot of surveyor's tripods. They
are heavy and would require the addition of some kind of ball joint to
make them suitable for photography, but they're the sturdiest tripods
I've ever seen.

I'm just wondering if it's worth me keeping one for the future. I plan
to sell the rest of them, so if anyone in England wants one for
photography, let me know. Right now I have plenty!

Best wishes,

Chris Tidy


Despite the prevalent mythology, the 6x7, 67, 67 II cameras can all be
hand held, especially with the wood grip. Any reasonable tripod is
adequate. I've been using the 6x7 since 1979.

Michael