I have a couple bigger manfrotto tripods I never thought I would be buying another one. I recently started doing food photography and I need something to get the over head shots. The little hook on the bottom is not of much use. I use weight bags on the legs and it didn't move for a full two hour shoot. I will be picking up another one I love the fact the legs can be splayed out a little further for added stability.

I got the best picture I have ever taken using the monopod part of this sturdy tripod. The picture was a long exposure of a waterfall. This tripod is sturdy but weighs quite a bit for me to pack as a rather small woman. One of the many neat features of this tripod is one leg (it's identified) can be taken off and used with the center piece as a monopod. The monopod I'm willing to tote on a hike. The monopod gave me the stability I needed for get the picture without any shake. It was fairly easy to get the pieces back in place when I returned. This tripod does extend really high which is helpful when shooting over fences such as those put up to keep the public safely back.
I like the idea of using this tripod better than taking along a ladder which I've seen some photographers use for abandoned buildings and ruins. Although I haven't made full use of the range of positions this tripod permits, I like its availability. I also like how secure my camera feels on the tripod. This comes with a carrying case so when it's not in use, this tripod doesn't take up much room. My rating is 5 stars because of the sturdiness and I love being able to also use this as a monopod.

Definitely was able to get it to set anywhere I wanted. Has a very nice carrier. The attached center bubble made getting the level the first time done and done. The instructions are weak and OJT with it got me what the instructions lacked. I’m able to adjust to so many angles that my learning of this tripod will take some time. The included carrier has a strap for tossing it over my shoulder. It materials all seem top notch and made with sturdy quality materials for years of unfettered use. I installed my camera on it and took some shots in the tripod and am satisfied with the performance. Four Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️!!!

I had no idea tripods could be so expensive, but I guess this is one of those items that speaks true that you get what you pay for! A cheap camera tripod we just bought a few years ago recently broke so we decided to invest in a sturdy professional tripod. One that would be durable enough to last us for years to come and would be able to hold our camcorder and would also be compatible with our mirrorless camera and a DSLR camera in case we decide to get one in the future. We wanted to get a reliable tripod in time to capture images to see Comet Neowise which only orbits the sun every 7,000 years, so it's a once in a lifetime experience. Unfortunately it was too foggy and there were too many clouds the two times we went into the mountains, but this tripod held up like a champ in cold 50 degrees Fahrenheit and windy conditions. The instructions say not to use it in temperatures below minus 40 degrees or above 100 degrees.

The tripod is made of sturdy aluminum alloy tubes. The KF-28 metal ball head has a maximum load capacity of 22 pounds and can be rotated 360 degrees, which can easily hold a heavy DSLR camera and provide excellent panoramic shooting. Be sure not to exceed the specified maximum load. This tripod is easy to set up by simply flipping the legs the opposite way and using the clamps to secure it in place. There are four (4) leg sections and the knob allows you to adjust the height. The height with the two (2) center column sections can be extended to 93.8 inches, which is tall enough to take large group shots from a bird's eye view. The height without the column reaches 67.7 inches. There is also a lightweight and detachable monopod that can extend up to 98.4 inches for your various photography needs. For panoramic shots, the center column moves from 0 to 180 degrees and can be rotated 360 degrees horizontally.

This also comes with a nice, durable carrying case to protect your tripod and make it portable for travel. The case also has a strap that you can use to carry over your shoulder for convenience. My only complaint is the weight. Being heavy duty it weighs just over six (6) pounds which is heavier than most tripods but it is definitely the best looking tripod we have owned and you can tell by the high quality and details. When my husband uses it for filming with our camcorder it is very stable and I'm sure it will last us for many years!

Very good product.

Superb quality product
Well finished
Really great
I recommend

Hello dear buyer,

My current rating is not a rating for professionals.
I bought an expensive tripod based on the logic "higher price - better quality".
And I was not disappointed.

I am completely satisfied.

Sincerely,
Nikolas E.

This tripod has many features that I have not even used yet. Is that progressing my photography journey, this will be my go-to.

This is a quality proiduct. My old tripod had plastic parts that wore out with wear. I am expecting years of use with this one! I also like the fact that you can use the same tripod to take flat lay photography (you don't have to buy a separate stand for the camera.)

First of all, let me just say that I am super happy with this tripod! It is well designed, and you can tell a lot of thought was put into how to make a solid, useful tool. The materials are outstanding! It is hard to find knobs that are anything but plastic when dealing with tripods, and they can easily break with a lot of use. These are aluminum, which can be expected to hold up to some abuse out on a shoot.

The positioning has a range of height and other options, including using it as a monopod. It is simple to use and snap into whatever place you need to use it for. It has good balance, and the pivot ball gives super smooth motion. I really enjoy the multiple height options for shot setup! It is also super lightweight for taking with pretty much anywhere, and comes with a solid carrying case for just that purpose.