62inch/157cm Carbon Fiber Camera Tripod with 40mm Metal Ball Head for SLR DSLR Digital Camera/Camcorder, X284C2+BH40, 25kg/55lbs Load Capacity

If you are looking to upgrade your current tripod or are just starting out and are looking for a good tripod to start with, then this K&F tripod is definitely worth considering! There are so many ways to adjust it to the angle you want, and the fact that you can unscrew it and use it on a pole to shoot nice videos like "drones" is just amazing. The overall build quality is over the top, there's no way this thing will break on its own even if you accidentally drop it, and the coolest thing is that it's made out of carbon fiber so it barely weighs anything! 10/10 I would recommend it.

do a lot of landscape photography, and while shutter speeds often allow for hand-held use, there is a distinct, visible benefit to mounting the camera on a tripod. Not only does it reduce vibration, but it also allows different exposure times to be used without the risk of camera shake, for example from running water. I have several tripods, some sturdier (and therefore heavier) than others, and I usually keep a medium-duty tripod in my car. I would describe this K&F Concept tripod as medium-heavy at 1.8 kg, but it is more stable than I expected for this weight. The tripod is made from carbon fiber which gives it strength without being too heavy and it looks great! The tripod comes with a metal ball head that can support cameras weighing up to 16kg. Initially I thought the tripod would be more suitable for videography, but when using it for photography with my Nikon Z-series and a large telephoto lens I find it works quite well for both. It is up to 68 inches tall and can be used as both a tripod and a monopod. Not all photographers like ball heads (they have their pros and cons) and I replaced the ball head with a tri-axis head for a while, but I kind of like the ball head on this tripod. I've been using the tripod for a couple of weeks and I like it. It doesn't weigh much making it easy to carry in a shoulder bag and so far has proven to be a solid mount. I also like the look of the tripod. It's not a cheap tripod, and there are competing models on the market, but the combination of carbon fiber and easy portability makes it a tripod you can use every day.

This is a step up from the many cheaper quick release plates on Amazon. It is beautifully constructed with molded safety latches to prevent the plate from slipping off an Arca-Swiss quick release clamp. I mounted it tightly to a heavy 300mm zoom lens and bought it to use with a K&F ball head, but have found it fits all my other Arca Swiss clamps as well. The only one it can't accommodate is a Sirui clamp, which doesn't have recessed grooves for security latches. I would avoid buying the Sirui clamp whole and stock up on this type of plate and clamp combo as it is much more versatile, cheaper and in this case just as well constructed. I have attached two photos showing the quick release plate and a K&F ball head. Just look at the build quality. A fantastic product.

Perfectly dimensioned travel tripod with high stability despite adverse weather conditions

After losing the one that came with my tripod I had no choice but to take one back. Obviously well compatible with my tripod of the same brand, only the price hurts a lot.

I was skeptical at first, but it's a solid piece. It's not as stable as my trusty Manfrotto, but it's 1/5 the weight, so assume it's not rock solid. But for what it costs, it's an excellent tool and I'm happy with it. I use it with my Canon 6D and various lenses including long telephoto zooms (70-200). I carry it on my backpack when hiking. There's absolutely no head crawl, it's precise and has a good positive feel when you lock it.

Balanced and robust feel with materials that offer security. It absorbs vibration well on long range cameras and monoculars.

like the fact that this tripod is lightweight and the carbon fiber makes it a sturdy travel tripod. I had some trouble with one of the legs not being properly extended. However, I think it just stuck temporarily because it was new. Legs straighten and lower now flawlessly. I haven't played with it enough to get comfortable with all the features, but the couple of times I've used it while traveling it works perfectly. I have to practice with the ball head so my camera doesn't wobble back and forth. The clamping device used to secure the camera is a screw type grip and I'm not very happy with the security that provides. I wish it had a better trigger, more like a quick release button that allows the camera to be held and released more securely, on the footplate that goes from the camera to the ball head mount. Otherwise, I find this a very useful and sufficient tripod to take the suitcase with you when travelling.

Does what it should, workmanship is good and stable, buy recommendation

Had to order it as a spare because I had misplaced the other one. Is as good as the original part. Very stable. My camera is securely placed on the tripod. Can only recommend it. The price was unusually crisp. But when you hold the thing in your hand, you know why. Don't assume it's a cheap piece of plastic.