Tripod to take Backpacking?

[lauratov]

Hi all,

I am not a camera expert, my fiance is. He likes to take panos using a tripod, a pano head, and a Nikon D300 (I think).

He currently has a cheaper heavier tripod, and me and his sisters want to pitch in to buy him a nice light tripod that he will be able to backpack with and take panos for Christmas.

Any suggestions?

Thanks,
Laura

[Bonish Photo]

Check out any of the Carbon Fiber models that are very light weight and easy to pack along while hiking

Most of the big names in Tripods make a few of these models, but watch out, they can be pricey.

Best bet is to know how heavy his set-up is when its all set up. That will tell you which model to start looking for depending on what the weight limits are