Opteka CFT80 65" 8x Carbon Fiber Tripod with TH60 Quick Release Ball Head (18.75" folded) Review

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(More customer reviews)This is a steal for the money. I used this tripod as a tripod and though it was pretty good, then I needed a boom in a studio shoot to hold a Canon 7D/batterypack/77mm lens at full extension. Amazingly this tripod held the camera steady while being held by the leg ends horizontally. It did bend a bit (as carbon fiber should) but never broke, craked, or made any noise. This was a real stress test since it was used in an unintended manner with a 5+lb weight on the ball socket and it worked very well. If you have a Manfrotto/Bogen - get this one for a spare!

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The Opteka CFT80 tripod is a versatile 8x carbon fiber that uniquely folds to a ultra compact size. This is the perfect traveling companion for your DSLR or point and shoot camera. 5 section legs with seize-proof rubberized twist leg locks make set up quick and easy. The leg also features 2 position, 23mm independent leg adjustment and rubber feet. Able to collapse pivot 180 degrees, allowing tripod legs fold up for a very compact size while protecting the tripod head. The easy glide center post allows for quick adjustments and the bottom center post hook gives the ability to hold equipment or add weight for extra stability. The TR60 magnesium alloy ball head has a single knob control with quick release and is easily adjusted. Technical Specifications: Maximum Height: 65", Minimum Height: 18", Folded: 18.75" ,Center post Dia. & Height: 21mm; 12" Leg Dia. & Sections: 23mm-5 sections, Quick Release, Leg Lock Type: Twist action lock knob, Capacity: 17lb Total, 53 oz (Tripod 42.6 oz, Head 10.4 oz)

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Dolica CX620B104 61-Inch Proline Carbon Fiber Tripod with Ball Head Review

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(More customer reviews)I have had this tripod for a little over a month now, and have used it maybe a dozen times. I had a good first impression of it, but it has degraded pretty quickly (and I've been as careful with it as with any other photographic equipment). Specifically, the ring used to lock the center column is too easily overtightened, to the point that I've needed pliers to collapse the center column after shooting. The ball head is poor quality; when framing a shot precisely you'll notice the head has a tendency to drift significantly when trying to lock the position down.
The last straw came a couple weeks ago when one of the smallest telescoping leg sections broke off about two inches from the inner end (the tripod had not been dropped or otherwise received any blunt force; this is from normal use). This leg now cannot extend as far as the others, will not collapse fully, and will come all the way out of the middle leg section if extended too far.
For the low price, I did expect some compromises in quality, particularly with the ball head and other locking/release mechanisms. I did not expect the hardware to essentially fall apart within two months of normal use. I no longer trust this tripod to support my camera, and suppose my next purchase will be a real, trusted brand of tripod. In retrospect it would have been better to pay for a good tripod initially, rather than paying twice.

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Dolica's 61-inch carbon fiber Proline tripod is ideal for both indoor and outdoor photography. It's perfect for events and sports activity, capturing that one amazing shot. Designed for use with digital SLR cameras. Key tripod features: professional carbon-fiber construction; able to support up to 17.6 pounds; Base thread: 3/8 inches; ballhead; quick release plate; bubble level and compass; 90-degree vertical platform; standard-wide angle, semi-wide angle, full-wide angle; quick release leg locks and non-slip rubber feet. Includes extra quick release plate.

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Sunpak 623PX 66-inch Pro Carbon Fiber Tripod - with 3-Way Pan Head & Quick-Release Plate plus Carry Case - for Digital SLR Cameras & Video Camcorders Review

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(More customer reviews)This is a really sturdy easy to use tripod. Especially for the price. I have a larger Manfrotto tripod for our movie camera and needed a smaller tripod with similar features. This one works really well and I have no issues with it at all. You do have to take one of the arms off to get it in the bag but this is not a problem. This tripod is light weight and you can take the center tube out flip it upside down for macro shots. It also comes with a short tube if you need to get lower to the ground as the legs do come out in any configuration you like. Very versatile tripod as well. The case is nice and has a pocket inside for the short tube and anything else you want to put there. Sunpak makes some good products.

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The Sunpak PRO 623PX Carbon Fiber tripod is focused on the needs for the serious amateur and working professional photographers using the latest DSLR cameras. This is an ultra-light, full size model which is among the lightest, most portable and affordable in its class. The PRO 623PX is constructed of strong, durable, lightweight carbon fiber legs. Other features include leg wraps, reversible 1/4"-20 / 3/8" threadedscrew, removable 3-way ultra-smooth photo/ video panhead with quick release.

Main Reasons to use a Tripod: ♦ Getmaximum image quality whether you are shooting stills or video.♦ Extremely Sharp pictures even at the shorter focal lengths and macro applications, never mind at the extreme telephoto settings where every little movement is magnified and reduces picture sharpness.♦ Avoid camera shake from hand holding, and never worry about shooting at slower shutter speeds.
Lightweight and sturdy, this tripod is supplied with a fitted case and 3-way photo/video panhead with quick release plate with video indexing pin; it can be easily taken anywhere to gain maximum performance from your Camera.

Key Features:♦ Lightweight carbon fiber constructed legs♦ Designed for the latest DSLR cameras and camcorders♦ Removable 3-way photo/video panhead with quick release plate with video indexing pin♦ Retractable spiked feet♦ Reversible 1/4"-20 / 3/8" threaded screw♦ Bubble level♦ Neoprene leg wraps♦ 3-position leg angle locks for low angle photography♦ Second short center column for low level photography♦ Retractable leg spikes♦ Extends to 66 inches♦ Folds to 26 inches♦ Weight 4.5 lbs.

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