stump4545 Posted January 12, 2021 Share #1 Posted January 12, 2021 Advertisement (gone after registration) Any suggestions for best tabletop tripod with maybe ballhead for Leica M10? Looking for something well built and simple. I know Really Right Stuff makes a tabletop and Leica, Manfrotto. Any suggestions to which is best? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Reini Posted January 12, 2021 Share #2 Posted January 12, 2021 I am using the Manfrotto 709B Digi. Always in my photo bag. Good for all situations and stable enough for my M240. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis Posted January 12, 2021 Share #3 Posted January 12, 2021 8 minutes ago, Reini said: I am using the Manfrotto 709B Digi. Always in my photo bag +1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
otto.f Posted January 12, 2021 Share #4 Posted January 12, 2021 11 minutes ago, Dennis said: +1 +1. Handy, lightweight, you don’t know that it’s with you 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
aksclix Posted January 12, 2021 Share #5 Posted January 12, 2021 This is the best I've used! It's so compact and solid! https://www.amazon.com/Leofoto-LS-223C-LH25-Tripod-Carbon-Profile/dp/B07BS8LVN2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stump4545 Posted January 12, 2021 Author Share #6 Posted January 12, 2021 Anyone try the Really Right Stuff Pocket Tripods? How are the leica tabletops? thanks. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
farnz Posted January 13, 2021 Share #7 Posted January 13, 2021 Advertisement (gone after registration) I've used a Minox vintage tripod for more than 10 years because it is virtually bullet proof, two legs unscrew and screw inside the third leg for extremely compact storage, it has a shutter release that also stores away in the legs, it is very light and, to be frank, it's just a joy to hold and use because of its brilliant design. Pete. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
105012 Posted January 13, 2021 Share #8 Posted January 13, 2021 I'm with Pete on the Minox, surely Oscar would have been proud of this great piece of design! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Hiles Posted January 13, 2021 Share #9 Posted January 13, 2021 I have happily used the Leica table tripod and the large Leica ball head. It is terrific, very solid folds up small and convenient, but like all Leica stuff, not cheap. 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tobey bilek Posted January 13, 2021 Share #10 Posted January 13, 2021 Leica one can be braced against your chest or nearby wall. Need the tall Leica ball head for best results. I also have the manfrotto which is nice like all their products and is height adjustable with a center column. Does not store as nicely as Leica. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kinch123 Posted January 13, 2021 Share #11 Posted January 13, 2021 3 hours ago, stump4545 said: Anyone try the Really Right Stuff Pocket Tripods? How are the leica tabletops? thanks. Solid. But you'll know you've got it with you. As a bonus can be used to fight off muggers. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff S Posted January 13, 2021 Share #12 Posted January 13, 2021 My Leica tabletop tripod/ball head is at least 25 years old, but hasn’t been used since my film M days pre-2009. It always did the job, is robustly built and stores easily. Manfrotto, Sirui and others offer good alternatives at moderate prices. As always, personal preferences apply, so in-store handling can help. Jeff Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
FDS Posted January 13, 2021 Share #13 Posted January 13, 2021 After having and using the Leica table tripod and tall head for decades, I agree that it is solidly built but on the heavy side. Sometimes easier to carry disassembled. Recently, I switched to the Gitzo Mini-Traveler https://www.gitzo.com/global/mini-traveler-tripod-kit-black-gktbb/ Much lighter yet very sturdy and still usable as a chest/shoulder pod. Folds up easily and simple to use. Less expensive than purchasing the Leica set new. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gelatino Posted January 13, 2021 Share #14 Posted January 13, 2021 I like this one (no more avalaible brand new), minimalistic and light (74g) https://www.ebay.fr/itm/Manfrotto-Mini-Trepied-Poche-L-Noir-MP3-BK-Appareil-Photo/274640624976?hash=item3ff1db5d50:g:IrEAAOSwpZlbnImh It happened it had to bear my M10 with Noctilux 0,95 (1508g W/ battery ) Only one issue for me, due to the conception, may be its height of 4cm, but it can be seen as an advantage for exemple, using it leaning against a wall in portrait mode. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reini Posted January 13, 2021 Share #15 Posted January 13, 2021 vor 42 Minuten schrieb Gelatino: I like this one (no more avalaible brand new), minimalistic and light (74g) https://www.ebay.fr/itm/Manfrotto-Mini-Trepied-Poche-L-Noir-MP3-BK-Appareil-Photo/274640624976?hash=item3ff1db5d50:g:IrEAAOSwpZlbnImh It happened it had to bear my M10 with Noctilux 0,95 (1508g W/ battery ) Only one issue for me, due to the conception, may be its height of 4cm, but it can be seen as an advantage for exemple, using it leaning against a wall in portrait mode. But you can't tilt or raise the camera with it. Not very practical ...😌 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrozenInTime Posted January 13, 2021 Share #16 Posted January 13, 2021 3 hours ago, FDS said: After having and using the Leica table tripod and tall head for decades, I agree that it is solidly built but on the heavy side. Sometimes easier to carry disassembled. Recently, I switched to the Gitzo Mini-Traveler https://www.gitzo.com/global/mini-traveler-tripod-kit-black-gktbb/ Much lighter yet very sturdy and still usable as a chest/shoulder pod. Folds up easily and simple to use. Less expensive than purchasing the Leica set new. +1 on this little Gitzo tripod, it's what I carry most often. I do also still like the Leica one, but for stability only when used with the short ball head. I do however perceive the folded Leica legs and ball head would look in a x-ray like a pistol, so would fly with the Gitzo. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 13, 2021 Share #17 Posted January 13, 2021 vor 32 Minuten schrieb FrozenInTime: ... I do however perceive the folded Leica legs and ball head would look in a x-ray like a pistol ... Yes, for three times I've gotten problems with my carry on baggage screening at Heathrow Airport because 1. the Leica small tripod when folded up produces an X-ray image like a pistol, 2. a Gitzo monopod when pushed together looks like a cudgel, 3. the proportion of metal objects in my hand luggage was above average. Therefore, it's better to travel with tripods that look more harmless and are made of carbon. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomB_tx Posted January 13, 2021 Share #18 Posted January 13, 2021 (edited) Another vote for the Leitz tabletop with large head. I’ve used one since 1968. It’s very solid and the ball locks tight. I used to use it with my LeicaflexSL with bellows and 100 mm macro, which is a lot of weight compared to an M. Edited January 13, 2021 by TomB_tx 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LocalHero1953 Posted January 13, 2021 Share #19 Posted January 13, 2021 11 hours ago, farnz said: I've used a Minox vintage tripod for more than 10 years because it is virtually bullet proof, two legs unscrew and screw inside the third leg for extremely compact storage, it has a shutter release that also stores away in the legs, it is very light and, to be frank, it's just a joy to hold and use because of its brilliant design. Pete. I'm also interested in a table tripod. Do you know what the load capacity of the Minox is? Is it good for heavier than a Leica M? I see a new version has been made - do you (or does anyone else) happen to know if it is of the same quality? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrozenInTime Posted January 13, 2021 Share #20 Posted January 13, 2021 55 minutes ago, LocalHero1953 said: I'm also interested in a table tripod. Do you know what the load capacity of the Minox is? Is it good for heavier than a Leica M? I see a new version has been made - do you (or does anyone else) happen to know if it is of the same quality? I have a maybe 25 year old Minox tripod, and it was fine for a 8x11 or 35mm Minox , but much more weight and the ball slips against the elastomer which is in the thickest leg; maybe the elastomer hardens with age ? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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