Reivew - Tripod - Sirui R1204 + G20
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i got myself a Sirui tripod too!
Bought the T series. T1204 + G10 ballhead.
congrats on your purchase! enjoy using it =)
not sure on that, you can give them a call..
For those interested in the R1204, recently my friend went down to purchase it, but was told that they are not bringing it in anymore, as the R2204 is more value for money. therefore only bringing that in. More Sturdy, but bulkier than the R1204.
hi Csers. just want to ask something about the sirui tripod
Do you know about the sirui tripod that has monopod on the tripod it self? (not sure about the model i think it is T-1204 or N-series)
is that worth it to get that? or should i take the normal one (w/o monopod)? because the price is 100$ more than the normal one.
what do u think? thx
Do you know about the sirui tripod that has monopod on the tripod it self? (not sure about the model i think it is T-1204 or N-series)
is that worth it to get that? or should i take the normal one (w/o monopod)? because the price is 100$ more than the normal one.
what do u think? thx
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Just to update, i've bought the T2205X Series from TK Foto. It is a 5 section tripod.
More details here - http://www.zssirui.com/pro.php?act=list&classid=14
agree with Raptor1,
if you are tall, you are better off getting a monopod alone. as the one that comes with the N-series is rather short.
the N-series is more compact when folded up as compared to the R-series as well.
Head down to and try out yourself, and see if the N-series suits you.
JUST GOT A SIRUI T-1005X very happy with the price paid and quality. It is the smallest I think in the Sirui range and yet it holds pretty well FF cam.
I didn't get the BH as I have others so I just pop on my spare Triopo BH and still can fold the legs backwards properly without any legs protruding.
I didn't get the BH as I have others so I just pop on my spare Triopo BH and still can fold the legs backwards properly without any legs protruding.
I noticed the Sirui N1204 does get fine sand and dust trapped in the quick release screw threads quite easily. This is a problem as if you do not clean and continue to use, the sand particles will scratch the plating of the screw thread. I am not sure the amount of damage this will cause - whether rust will set in quickly or the screw movement will not be as smooth. Does anyone have this same experience.
Also, there is no lock to prevent over release of the sections of the legs. So it is possible to over unscrew and the entire leg comes off or your hands will be left with some grease.
Also, there is no lock to prevent over release of the sections of the legs. So it is possible to over unscrew and the entire leg comes off or your hands will be left with some grease.
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hmm didn't really notice about the sand problem, will take note of it the next time i bring it out =)
regarding the legs, hmm i remember my friend once over screwed a gitzo at one of the shops, and the same thing happen as well, just that he didnt get his hands covered with grease ;p
but actually, this isn't much of a problem, as to unlock it, it does not require even a 360degree turn to unlock.
Just got a T1205X
Yet to try it out but I must say it is really value for money if u wanna a CF traveler tripod, going to mount it together with my Markins M10
Sad to say I cant have the most compact tripod, however at least I can keep both in the bag, I am happy.
Yet to try it out but I must say it is really value for money if u wanna a CF traveler tripod, going to mount it together with my Markins M10
Sad to say I cant have the most compact tripod, however at least I can keep both in the bag, I am happy.
To those who own Sirui tripods, do you think the stronger ones (eg M2204 or M3204) can support birding lens (500 F4 or bigger)?
The M2204 / M3204 has max stipulated load of 15kg and 18kg respectively, and typically we would use 1/2 max load to determine whether it can support our equipment. With a 500 F4, that would come up to 7kg, and 9 kg with a 600F4. So in theory, the tripods seemed adequate, but I could be missing something, and probably am because all the birders I've seen thus far uses gitzo. (a smaller percentage may use Manny or Feisol, but seldom see them using Benro or Sirui, etc...)
Any advice would be much appreciated. Thanks.
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The M2204 / M3204 has max stipulated load of 15kg and 18kg respectively, and typically we would use 1/2 max load to determine whether it can support our equipment. With a 500 F4, that would come up to 7kg, and 9 kg with a 600F4. So in theory, the tripods seemed adequate, but I could be missing something, and probably am because all the birders I've seen thus far uses gitzo. (a smaller percentage may use Manny or Feisol, but seldom see them using Benro or Sirui, etc...)
Any advice would be much appreciated. Thanks.
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I don't think its possible.Max weight is only 1.5kg(For the M2204) and 1.8kg(For the M3204).Your 400mm should be heavier than that?:dunno:
I think their theory goes like this: if I can spend $10k on a lens alone why would I try to skimp a few hundred on tripod knowing that it might be the weakest link in the set up.
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