Is the Vanguard ALTA+ 263AGH 3-Section Aluminum Tripod good for portrait photography?

Jeff H.
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Active photographer 8+ years of sports, wildlife, and people. I love capturing the memories in front of my camera!

 

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Shopper conversation with Jeff H. on August 18, 2016

Jeff H.
Hello, welcome to Adorama how are you today? My name is Jeff, how can I assist you?
I'm trying to buy a spare battery for my Nikon D7100. My normal instinct is to buy the Nikon brand product itself. However, I'm being shown a "Green Extreme EN-EL15" for a different price point.
what is the difference between both batteries? Is the other one as reliable as the nikon version?
Jeff H.
Truthfully I would stick with Nikon brand. I find they have longer battery life than third-party.
That's what I figured. I tend to stick with the Nikon product line when it comes to their products. Thanks for your help!
Jeff H.
You're very welcome was there anything else I can assist you with?
That was the main thing for now. I'm a portrait photographer and ma debating whether I need to buy a tripod. I like Manfrotto when it comes to tripods. IS there a combo that you offer (tripod stand and head) for $300?
Jeff H.
I use a Vanguard
With a pistol grip had
Head
I like this better than Manfredo because I could position it wherever I wanted it.
Eleven pound capacity...would that hold, ay, my D7100 with a 70-200 2.8 lens?
Jeff H.
It holds my 7200 with a 70 – 200 mm 2.8 lens very well.
Great! Does this have a quick release plate?
Jeff H.
Yes it comes with a quick release
It actually has a square on the bottom of the quick release so it can be put back in any direction unlike most that are rectangle. I really like that feature.
All right. This looks like it's an all in one, and comes in at $100 less than I wanted to spend..? It's a great deal if that's the case..
Jeff H.
I was extremely impressed when I got mine. It is the best tripod I have ever used
It has never let me down it is very sturdy
Easy portability..?
Jeff H.
Yes even comes with a carry bag
Very good! I'll put this one on my wish list. I'm probably going to buy it, but I originally came in just for the spare battery so I'll give myself a minute. Thanks for the help...great tips
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