In 2017 I was photographing the eclipse in WY and my 40-year-old tripod that I hadn't used in 20+ years let me down. Unfortunately, I didn't do any dry runs before heading out to WY, so I didn't realize it needed some maintenance. The tripod besides being old was pretty inexpensive when I bought it, and this led to some of its adjustments being difficult to make fine changes to.
So, with the 2024 eclipse being 10 weeks away, I bought a new tripod. Knowing I'd probably only use it 2-3x per year, I didn't want to spend too much but I wanted something better than my old one.
I am really happy with this unit. I've done several sessions of shooting the sun to work out exposures and ISO in preparation for April and the ease and smoothness of making fine adjustments as the sun moved across the sky was apparent in the first few minutes. I am particularly happy with the ball and socket for the camera platform. So in April, this tripod will hold my camera and the old one will hold my 8x56 Skymaster binos.
So, with the 2024 eclipse being 10 weeks away, I bought a new tripod. Knowing I'd probably only use it 2-3x per year, I didn't want to spend too much but I wanted something better than my old one.
I am really happy with this unit. I've done several sessions of shooting the sun to work out exposures and ISO in preparation for April and the ease and smoothness of making fine adjustments as the sun moved across the sky was apparent in the first few minutes. I am particularly happy with the ball and socket for the camera platform. So in April, this tripod will hold my camera and the old one will hold my 8x56 Skymaster binos.
09/09/2024
Photography is just a hobby for me but it’s been great so far, the twist lock can get in the way of folding it up if you don’t move it the correct amount but it’s just a small thing to remember when folding it up, would recommend :)
09/09/2024
einfacher Aufbau, gute Einstellmöglichkeiten, sehr leicht und klein, Preis Leistung passt
08/09/2024
Excellent product, on the other hand without complete instructions it is difficult to mount it in modes other than the basic tripod… for the moment I can only use it as a standard tripod.
08/09/2024
I’ve used crummy, beat up tripods my whole life. I guess I’m a glutton for punishment. This tripod is great. It’s light, steady, tall and with the included shoe, the camera goes on and comes off easily. Best part is how easily it sets up. Love it.
08/09/2024
This thing is a beast! Very rugged with options I would only expect in a muchore expensive model. Very pleased?
08/09/2024
Bought to replace my 20 yr old tripod. Super glad I did. This tripod is so much nicer.Easy to adjust. Very sturdy. Can use with several devices such as video camera, cell phone. I even attached a laser level with ease.Can't beat the height if you want a complete image of a room or event from the back of the room. Includes a storage bag and strap!
08/09/2024
I got this because the weight was reported to be 1.67 kb. It is actually 2.095 kg. so it is over 4 lb.
Make suew when you extend all the legs that the twist locks are tight. And it would be a good idea to not over extend the bottome leg.
I'll have to take it out in the field and give it a test.
The weight is the main issue. Guess it is lighter then my first tripod that is over 17 years old.
Make suew when you extend all the legs that the twist locks are tight. And it would be a good idea to not over extend the bottome leg.
I'll have to take it out in the field and give it a test.
The weight is the main issue. Guess it is lighter then my first tripod that is over 17 years old.
07/09/2024