Tripod

Gunnar Steingrimsson · July 18th, 2004, 07:06 AM

Can anybody tell me the difference between a "1 stage" and "2 stage" Tripod?

Thanks in advance

Jeff Donald · July 18th, 2004, 07:27 AM

The number of leg cross sections that extend from the main member, or leg section.

Gunnar Steingrimsson · July 18th, 2004, 09:02 AM

Why is '2 stage' better?

I saw a used Sachtler tripod recently, and the seller said specifically that his tripod was only 1 stage.

Thanks again :)

Jeff Donald · July 18th, 2004, 10:36 AM

Less moving parts, less to wear out or break. It is also thought that the fewer sections the more rigid the legs. On better built tripods I don't find this to be a factor. Two stage tripods will setup higher, if all the sections are fully extended.

Ken Tanaka · July 18th, 2004, 10:37 AM

It's not intrinsically "better". Two-stage legs collapse to a slightly shorter overall length than single stage legs. They also often can be set-up lower if needed. But the trade-off is that they can weigh a bit more, can take longer to set-up and cost more (due to more materials and manufacturing complexity). Some people interpret the added cost as being added quality.

July 18th, 2004, 07:06 AM	#1
Gunnar Steingrimsson Tourist Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Iceland Posts: 4	Tripod - 1stage VS 2stage Can anybody tell me the difference between a "1 stage" and "2 stage" Tripod? Thanks in advance

July 18th, 2004, 07:27 AM	#2
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July 18th, 2004, 10:36 AM	#4
Jeff Donald Warden Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Clearwater, FL Posts: 8,287	Less moving parts, less to wear out or break. It is also thought that the fewer sections the more rigid the legs. On better built tripods I don't find this to be a factor. Two stage tripods will setup higher, if all the sections are fully extended. __________________ Jeff Donald Carpe Diem Search DVinfo.net for quick answers \| Where to Buy? From the best in the business: DVinfo.net sponsors

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Ken Tanaka Retired DV Info Net Almunus Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 6,943	It's not intrinsically "better". Two-stage legs collapse to a slightly shorter overall length than single stage legs. They also often can be set-up lower if needed. But the trade-off is that they can weigh a bit more, can take longer to set-up and cost more (due to more materials and manufacturing complexity). Some people interpret the added cost as being added quality. __________________ Lady X Films: A lady with a boring wardrobe...and a global mission. Hey, you don't have enough stuff! Buy with confidence from our sponsors. Hand-picked as the best in the business...Really! See some of my work one frame at a time: www.KenTanaka.com

July 18th, 2004, 09:02 AM	#3
Gunnar Steingrimsson Tourist Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Iceland Posts: 4	Why is '2 stage' better? I saw a used Sachtler tripod recently, and the seller said specifically that his tripod was only 1 stage. Thanks again :)