Product Description: Opteka's legendary craftsmanship and state-of-the-art engineering creates a unique professional tripod, ideal for todays photographer: whether shooting digital, film or compact video. Follow the action and keep your horizons true, shot after shot. And, when you move your camera for a different view, you can reset it level in seconds. No more fussing with blurry pictures or tired arms. Features - 3-Way Panhead, Quick Release Plate, 90 Degree Vertical Platform, 2 Bubble Levels, Thick 1.13 inch Legs, Gear Operated Center Column, Reinforced Center Brace with Carrying Handle, Lower Bracing System with Locking Feature, Quick release Channel Lock Legs, Non-Slip Rubber Feet, Accessory Hook
Thought it was good .. Doesn't Hold Up Over Time Bought December 20th 2007. Seemed like a decent enough tripod at the time. But now it's pretty much unusable. The gray crank wheel has broken off, so it's hard to raise and lower. Also, one of the metal supports for one leg had broken off from the center. So even though it has some solid construction, there are indeed some weak parts, that after time are likely to fail.
fantastic so large bigger than a door works great is very especific has the bubbles to now is is perpendicular is perfect and works great
Okay, with reservations For a modest sum, this is a huge upgrade from my tripod it replaces; however, having said that, I cannot give it a 5-star review. The head and the quick-release camera plate are plastic. There is only so much you can do to tighten things down. If I need to shoot hand-released shots (say, for bracketed exposures beyond the +2, -2 that my Canon 20D will shoot automatically), the camera can be the slightest bit squizzy. I can either be very careful, or work-around with time-release, mirror lock-up, etc.. Next time I upgrade, I'm going to go into a store and look at, say, the Bogen/Manfrotto.
As Advertised A Great tripod for such a low price. I am not an expert but it serves its function. The only negative aspect is that there is a tendency for the camera to drop down when i am not holding it. I dont know if this is user error or a problem with the tripod but overall I am happy with it.
Great Tripod Lightweight Opteka 70" Full Size Professional Photo / Video Tripod
This tripod is simple to use and very lightweight. Great for photography/videography on the go. Has a level, feet are adjustable(not flat they swivel and tilt as needed) to have your tripod sit level. Would highly recommend.
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