Opteka 70" Full Size Professional Photo / Video Tripod
by Opteka
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Digital Photo Product Details
Manufacturer: OptekaModel: OPT-7000
Product features:
- 3 Way Pan Head with Quick Release
- Bubble Level
- Vertical Platform
- 3 Section tripod
- Carrying Case
Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Opteka 70" Full Size Professional Photo / Video Tripod
Customer Review: A Good Tripod
Summary: 5 Stars
Hi, everyone! My name is Dennis, and I'm a budding photographer writing his first ever Amazon review. I just ordered this tripod from Amazon yesterday and it's already arrived. Amazon does it again... Anyway, I've always loved photography and for thr first time ever I have a real camera to do something with, a Nikon L110. I also have a Canon XSi, which is much more of a "real" camera, on the way and I'm very excited that I don't have to take pictures around campus with my extremely mediocre cell phone camera anymore.
After a few hours of researching tripods online yesterday, I found this one. It wasn't too expensive, but not too cheap either. I know better than to buy a $15.00 tripod. It was getting lots of good reviews, but also some bad ones, most of which bashed the tripod's build quality. Several reviews also mentioned that the panning isn't very fluid for all you videographers out there. I just got done setting it up and I don't see why some people reviewed it badly. Obviously, this tripod isn't extremely high-end, but it's not bad at all. It seems very sturdy to me, even without the addition of any weight to the hook on the bottom of the center pole and it's very light. I shot some video on it as well, to see how it panned. While not perfectly smooth, it was pretty close. All you have to do is loosen the correct part of the head (I'm not sure about the correct terminology) enough and it'll pan just fine. Any jerkiness could probably be attributed to me, not the tripod. It even comes with a carrying case, which I think is a nice touch.
Setup took only a few minutes (this coming from someone who has never set up a tripod in his life), but I can easily see it being set up in probably just over one minute, especially after one becomes acquainted with how it works. It doesn't come with instructions, but, again, it only took me a couple minutes to set up, the hardest part to figure out being the head.
Overall, this is a very good buy. The bulid quality seems very good (although I have no real frame of reference) and I'm fairly confident that it will hold up in the long run if I treat it gently and refrain from knocking it around too much.
Good luck to all my fellow photographers! Happy shooting!
Description of Opteka 70" Full Size Professional Photo / Video Tripod
Opteka applied their legendary craftsmanship and state-of-the-art engineering to create a unique professional tripod made for today's photographer/videographer. Compatible with most digital, film or video cameras.Follow the action and keep your horizons true, shot after shot. 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
~ Accessory Hook
Specifications
Material:Titanium Anodized High-Strength Aluminum
Camera Type: Digital, Film, Video
Maximum Height: 70 inches
Minimum Height: 25.5 inches
Leg Sections: 3
Foot Type: Non-Slip Rubber
Maximum Load: 15 lbs
Weight: 61.4 oz
Includes: Carrying Case with Strap
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