Feb 6, 2016, 19:09
The best material is probably carbon fibre, but which one to buy depends on the weight of the camera+lens that it has to support and how high it should be when extended. However, no advice from me because I bought the one of the cheapest! I just wanted to try one out and I wanted one that would fit in my shoulder bag, so I got the Manfrotto Compact (£19 on Amazon). It works for me and doubles up as a walking stick!
Cheers.
Philip
Cheers.
Philip