Monday, August 12, 2013

Gitzo Good

Got my Gitzo tripod today in the mail after paying a $42 duty-handling charge. The tripod looks brand new and is extremely well made, none of my current tripods are constructed to the quality of this Gitzo, its an amazing tool. The tripod is a bit longer than my current cheap Chinese knockoff so that will take a bit of getting used to, I am sure I can use this tripod with both 4x5 and 5x7 (maybe even 8x10). I am very happy with this Gitzo  but the extra length (26 inches plus head) will take a bit of getting used to. I am sure thou that in the field it will be a joy to use, the geared centre column is quite wonderful, and when I lock down the column or the legs they are LOCKED down!