It is really sturdy and I'm so excited about this Tripod! Very easy to take photos especially long exposures.It's very light and quite high. The ball head is metal! It will be my traveling tripod companion. I really like the case it came with. It is compact and feels very rugged and durable.Definitely recommend having one of these for the travel tripod category!

needed a cheap, lightweight (similar) tripod for a sudden trip as I had to walk quite a bit and this seemed to fit well. The head pivots easily, is easy to adjust and locks firmly into place with no issues. The plate mount is Arca-Swiss compatible so I had no trouble swapping plates on all my gear which was a bonus. The legs insert quickly and lock very securely. They are relatively robust for the small cross-section. Some reviews mention that the tripod isn't very stable, and when the center tube is fully extended with a heavy lens/camera I can confirm that there is some (albeit relatively minor) wobble. However, I had small problems with smaller MFT devices, especially when the tube was lowered. Using a guy rope and attaching the tripod via the spring hooks kept the tripod stable in high winds on the side of a very exposed mountainside. I haven't had time to use the tripod for any length of time so I can't confirm its long term durability but I'm fairly confident that it will withstand reasonable abuse no doubt time will tell. Is it as good as my Manfrotto? Of course not, but it's less than 1/5 the price and 1/3 the weight, I would buy one again if it ever got stolen.

Short of buying into ultra professional equipment, which is a little like overkill, this unit does everything tripod related, and if you buy the complete version, accessories include a small spirit level, so no more wonky horizons or unwanted converging verticals. Might as well get the best shots you can to start with rather than missing around with un-square images in photo software after. Mostly aluminium except for some plastic release catches and rubber feet, so won't get loose and rickety too quickly, like those cheap generic badged tripods. Also comes in a cute carry bag, with adjustable straps. Couldn't fault any of it.

As a landscape photographer, I tested this tripod in various situations, especially on mountain and high-altitude trails. My review of this K&F Concept model was created by dividing my reviews into five areas: Construction, Stability, Practicality, Compactness, Attention to detail.

CONSTRUCTION: At first glance, the K&F Concept model S210 conveys the feeling of being built with high-quality materials. Aluminum is well made and lightweight.
Unlike last year's models, which featured a plastic ballhead mounting plate, the S210 is — to my delight — aluminum with the letters K and F made of soft rubber on top to avoid possible scratches on the underside of the camera , once it is attached.

STABILITY: I have tested this tripod in various conditions and terrains, mainly in the mountains. I've tested it on steep trails with a good incline, in muddy terrain and with very tall grass, on asphalt and on dirt. In addition, these tests were always carried out in relatively current wind conditions (I was at high altitude and/or in mountainous areas, but very open). On all of the occasions described here, the S210 showed no signs of failure. The final file was tested itself in a long exposure session and found no micro-movements.

CONVENIENCE: This tripod is equipped with systems for unlocking the lever parts, which are extremely practical. In fact, in a few seconds you can unlock all 4 sections that this tripod is equipped with. The lever for unlocking and locking the ball head — the latter with a diameter of 28mm — is very pleasant to the touch and easy to manipulate, as is the lever for rotating the entire head. However, the locking system is very firm and secure. Very useful, especially for those who do macro and vegetation photography, is the ability to reverse the center column and thus place the device very close to the ground. Finally, one of the legs can be unscrewed and used as a monopod, while the central column has a very useful hook,

COMPACTNESS: With just 49cm of space when closed, this model really is an excellent compromise for those looking for a solid and stable tripod with a respectable height — the S210 reaches 200cm with the center column fully raised — but which is easy to transport and weighs only 1.4 kg.

ATTENTION TO DETAIL: At first glance you can see the remarkable attention to detail with which K&F Concept built this tripod. The black and orange color choice is very elegant and the small details such as the hoops on the aluminum plate that recall the manufacturer's name, the hoops that allow you to lock and unlock the second part of the central column, the model number and the Soft grip on one of the legs proves very pleasant both to the touch and from an aesthetic point of view.

In summary, I can only recommend this tripod with an excellent price/performance ratio:

- to those who are looking for an excellent compromise between solidity/stability and compactness/lightness;
- those who need a relatively tall tripod;
- those who want to save something without compromising the quality of the product in the slightest.

So far I've only had very small and shaky tripod experiences, so I was initially surprised by the stability of this tripod, despite being such a lightweight.

The tripod is very multifunctional because you can use it as a tripod, monopod or selfie stick.

It has a spring-loaded hook on which you can hang a counterweight sandbag for a more stable stand.

The setting is very quick thanks to quick-release fasteners on the tripod legs and folding fasteners for height adjustment.

A spirit level is installed on the top, so that panoramic shots can be taken with the 360° ball head with scale.

The scope of delivery includes the tripod with 360° ball head, bracelet, ball head bag, Allen key, tripod bag and operating instructions.

The tripod makes a good impression in terms of workmanship and the choice of materials.
I can recommend it.

Without the ball head I would give 5 stars. It doesn't lock down well with a spotting scope or a heavy lens and camera body on it. I ended up buying a Neewer pan/tilt head which luckily fits the K&F tripod nicely. Other than that, it's a decent device. Just keep in mind that it's a travel tripod and won't give you a solid mount that's impervious to wind or manual adjustments. For that, I keep looking for that elusive, affordable tripod.

am 5’8 and with shoes I am taller and this is the best tripod ever for your money, stable, inexpensive, tall for tall ppl and even short and /or able to move to a lower position for product photoshoot a or videography shoots. Strong, don’t blow in wind and nice color and came in great condition, had it over 3 months now, great for cameras and iPhones ( I got a phone mount from best buy by joby )

Advantages: + Very light (just under 1.5 kg) + Versatile: 3 functions (high tripod, tripod for flat shots, monopod + Robust construction (works after several uses and assembly and disassembly) + Practical quick-release plate, with a clever foldable ring for a good screw connection without tools (only with fingers) + Efficient construction: despite the maximum height of just over 2m, it measures no more than 50 cm when folded in. + Chic design + Price-performance ratio is very good (comes at a height of 2m and costs just over 100€! ) + The mounting head has a spirit level for the horizontal setting; and for special purposes you can align on the horizontal plane according to angle degrees + The carrying case is awesome Cons: - For outdoor use with heavy cameras (e.g. full format with tele, or bridge) and complete or strongly extended (in height) rather shaky: the static position is well maintained, but sensitive to wind and light impacts, the resulting vibrations last 1-2 seconds - Not suitable for video recording with tracking: it has a ball head, but only for static adjustment, no fluid head, no accompaniment lever. - User manuals are in Mandarin and English. The English is easy to understand, but not everything is explained (eg how to get to the monopod version). Only the video which is linked in the Amazon page helps. Conclusion: In my opinion, for indoor recordings or outdoors with compact recording heights or small cameras, it is a very good buy for the price. I'm not giving 5 stars because it's sold as "Pro" but it isn't. The 4 stars are fully deserved.

have been using it with the original 5D for a few days. The tripod goes a lot higher than expected. There is a spirit meter. The ball is metal. The tripod mount is compact and feels strong. I couldn't test it in wind though.

Very complete tripod of very good quality, made of aluminum and magnesium alloy, which makes it strong and resistant and durable.
It is important for any photography enthusiast to be able to take snapshots safely, as it can adjust from the camera support area to the tripod base.
This stand ticks all the boxes as it can safely and reliably make height adjustments from 50cm to 2m while also being able to detach and change everything in seconds.
The angles of the tripod legs are also adjustable and therefore flexible. With the 360 degree ball head, photos can be taken from any angle.
The weight of the brace does not exceed 1.5 kg and it has a good carrying backpack.
It's a very good tripod, which is very important for photography, especially sports photography with very high zoom ranges.
It is ideal for Sony Alpha as it supports the weight of the camera with large lenses very well and provides security and ensures that the photographic equipment is safe and secure in the mount. I am very happy with the results and the improvement in the image of the photos as it is firm and sturdy.