I was using my Peak Design tripod. I like the flip lock legs for fast easy adjustments on uneven ground. The head is a Manfrotto 701 fluid head. It's a medium sized head. The camera is big and will require a medium to large head. With zoom that far you need an extra smooth head for smooth, fine...
I got a Nikon P1000 a couple months ago and it will really reach out there a pull them in. I might be able to post some footage later if you are interested. My son and I used it for scouting fields. It didn't get as much use as I anticipated so I thought about letting it go.
Somebody need these for an upcoming hunt? Make a reasonable offer. Can't remember why I scribbled the name out on the paper. I can provide updated pics with ID.
They have the same size (small) sensor and neither can be equipped with an external microphone. Only the Sony can be equipped with a wired remote in case you want to self film from a treestand or tripod.