This is one of a current batch of Chinese-made tripods that all seem to have the same features and basic construction but are sold by different brands on Amazon and elsewhere. When searching for "best inexpensive tripod" on YouTube or elsewhere, you're likely to see these come up repeatedly in top 5 lists or even just on their own, in videos titled things like "the only tripod you'll ever need" or similar. I'm looking at my "customers also viewed" list just below the text box I'm typing this in and there are several more of these nearly identical tripods listed right there, from brands like Smallrig, Neewer, etc.

I didn't quite realize this before buying this tripod, and the "western" sounding brand name made me think this might be the "original" anyway that others were copying. I admit I liked the color accents too. But the very poorly translated instructions (available in both English and Chinese) make it clear that this is just a low budget Chinese product like probably all of them are.

So, generic rebranded Aliexpress product or not, that doesn't mean it's a bad tripod. It's not a bad tripod. It is absolutely not "the only tripod you'll ever need", but it would make a decent travel tripod. It's fairly light and easy to set up, and it seems relatively stable once it's set up. It would honestly blow away in a stiff wind, it's that light, though. And it would clearly wobble, especially because it has no center brace. I was replacing a cheap "Polaroid" tripod (from the not-really Polaroid that currently exists) that actually cost less than this but had thicker metal legs and a center brace - that thing was not going anywhere once it was set up, nor did it wobble at all unless you extended the center column. The problem with that Polaroid is that it didn't have a ball head, and the plastic crank for the center column also broke. This tripod doesn't have a crank like that; you just unscrew the retaining nut on the center column and then pull it up, then screw it back in place.

There is actually a hook on the bottom of the tripod where you can attach a sandbag if you want for better stability, but it's weirdly off-center so it would never be pulling straight down. It probably would work well enough, though.

I do like the ball head and the pan function is nicely dampened - that's going to help a lot in video shoots. The bubble level is borderline useless, though. It will show level when the head is at about a 30 degree angle. The bubble in the level is just so small and moves so little that it's impossible to judge where it really is in the circle unless you are looking literally straight down on it. That's very hard to do if you've got the camera set at eye height. So plan on some other way to judge level. Maybe bring your own little spirit level.

To tighten the ball head there are a couple of screws with plastic nuts on the end. You get an Allen wrench that I guess is meant to tighten the main one onto the screw (it's the only thing it fits into that I can find), but even with the nut fully tightened onto the screw, it flops around a bit. Works fine, but just doesn't feel solid. I am not sure if this is how it's supposed to be or not - it does feel like it's going to break or just fall off, but there's no more tightening that I can do to it. The head itself tightens fine; it's just that plastic nut, but if that breaks or comes off, then there's no way to tighten the head itself.

As a travel tripod, I think this is a pretty good option for the price. If you're a serious photographer or videographer with a heavier camera, I definitely would get a heavier tripod. And if you are going out in the wild, especially in rough weather, make sure you bring a sandbag.

Very useful bag that packs flat and can hold a sony a7rv and a lens or two

The filter is nice and flat, the glass is impeccable. The screw thread fits perfectly into the lens thread and the lens cap grips easily. I could not determine any distortion of the colors in comparison shots. I use it to protect the front lens; I hope he lives up to his intended task.

The K&F Concept Adjustable DSLR Camera Hand Strap is a great option for camera users who want to carry their camera safely and comfortably. The lightweight and durable design ensures your camera is held securely, while the adjustable strap allows for a custom fit that's comfortable even during extended use. This wrist strap is compatible with a variety of camera brands and models, making it a versatile option for any photographer.

If the security of your digital camera is important to you, I recommend you consider purchasing this strap. Let me make a premise right away, I have always believed that the original shoulder straps are the best ever, but after a bad personal experience I can assure you that this is not always the case... This one from K&F Concept is Delivered in a beautiful premium box in gold and silver. I immediately noticed it because the thickness of 3 cm is plenty and it also allows the length to be adjusted from 100 to 160 cm. With its weight of 130 grams, it can carry up to 36 kilograms, a load that cannot be achieved with any combination of SLR and TELE LENS. I can wear it in three ways: classic on the NECK, DIAGONALLY from the shoulder to the opposite side and directly on the single SHOULDER. The WEBBING is made of 100% nylon with synthetic polymers, it's practically the same material as car seat belts... and I've said it all! The HOOKS are made of METAL, are 3 mm thick and not plastic like conventional shoulder straps. Paired with high quality leather with double stitching. In addition, most of the original shoulder straps cannot be easily removed. So I'll let you imagine how inconvenient it is to attach the SLRs to the tripod (or monopod) every time, so most of the time it's best to leave them hanging on the camera, which is dangling and annoying. This one, on the other hand, has two comfortable BUCKLES that allow it to be opened quickly. They are made of a resistant and unbreakable material, stealth nylon. They are released in 3 steps and with the help of both hands, so you can be more than calm, it is impossible for them to come off accidentally (in my video I tried to pull them repeatedly). And finally, the CABLE that needs to be attached to the camera loops is covered with 3 layers, each of which has its own color. It is always good to check the condition of use and color. The outside is BLACK to indicate the excellent maintenance condition, the second inner layer is YELLOW indicating the risk of breakage and finally the last inside is RED indicating the impending breakage of the shoulder strap. In summary, I can say that the choice of shoulder strap is very personal. It's certainly not cheap, but thanks to the opportunity presented, I can trust you that I had no problem running some stress tests. I PULLED, PULLED and MASSED it in virtually every way before entrusting it to my work SLRs, both combined with two lenses (L-series) of significant weight. I tried it on both the Canon 5D with 24-70 f2.8 and the huge “white” mammoth Canon 1D + 70-200 f2.8. Knowing the models and weights of this device, you can be sure that all MIRRORLES (objective) can be entrusted to this shoulder strap. However, I found a DEFECT... but only if we decide to use the shoulder strap in the classic way, namely on the NECK. Unfortunately, since it doesn't have a soft lining, it can strain your neck after a few minutes, especially if you're using heavy equipment. It is therefore enough to change position frequently and perhaps move it over your shoulder. It's a shame because it cost very little to be the PERFECT SHOULDER BAG for my needs. If you find it at a discount, perhaps with a coupon, it turns out to be a good deal!

The clips to release the camera from the straps are very sturdy, but otherwise the strap is nice

Flat and distortion free. No discernible color cast.

This strap is exactly how I imagined it