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Opteka 70" Full Size Professional Photo / Video Tripod

Average customer rating:

Weak tripod
eeeeeeeeeeesh
Great Tripod for the Price
It's Okay
Excellent Considering the Price

Opteka 70" Full Size Professional Photo / Video Tripod

Manufacturer: Opteka
ProductGroup: Photography
Binding: Electronics

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Product Features:

3 Way Pan Head with Quick Release
Bubble Level
Vertical Platform
3 Section
Carrying Case

ASIN: B0002XQDSS

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

Customer Reviews:

Weak tripod.......2007-06-02

At first, I was pretty excited about receiving this tripod. At first glance, it seems to be a great product for its price -- the legs seem sturdy, it's got a convenient accessory hook and a useful carrying handle, plus it came with its own carrying case and built-in bubble levels!
The problem with the tripod, I think, is that it's poorly constructed, or at least it's made out of cheap material. There are a lot of weak plastic parts that seem like they would break easily with moderate use. At first, I chose to ignore these flaws considering the low price (mostly, I was worried the frail snaps on the legs would break), but on my third photoshoot, the vertical adjustment knob died on me.
I was using a wireless remote shutter (which is to say that I wasn't even touching the tripod) and suddenly, my camera swung down and my zoom lens crashed back into the tripod. Luckily, nothing broke, but I was still pretty worried. After checking to make sure that it wasn't my fault (maybe I didn't tighten it properly?), I realized that the vertical adjustment knob was completely busted -- no matter how much I tried to tighten it, it stayed loose. I removed it completely and found broken bits of plastic threading, which could only mean that I'd have to get the tripod replaced -- it should have been made out of metal.
But even assuming that my particular tripod was defective to begin with, this is not a great tripod to purchase in general. The weak plastic parts are always a concern, even if the vertical knob doesn't break like mine did (besides the plastic snaps, the crank handle and accessory hook are also plastic).
In terms of convenience, although it's great to have a tripod tall enough (70" is GREAT if you're looking for a taller tripod), it's pretty inconveniently bulky when collapsed to its minimum length -- but I suppose that's a necessary compromise for having a taller tripod. The built in bubble levels are useful too, unless you're vertically orienting your camera -- then, there is no bubble level for that orientation, so it's hard to be sure your horizon is properly aligned (unless you have one of those fancy $70+ photography hotshoe bubble levels. Or unless you just never turn your camera and take pictures vertically on this tripod.).
There's also a detachable plate which makes switching from handheld shots to tripod shots really quick and easy (which I love). Technically speaking, I suppose that's just another movable part that may promote vibrations that keep your pictures from looking tack sharp, but for its convenience, it is more than forgivable.
Aesthetically speaking, the tripod is a bit disappointing. Those dull plastic parts look really tacky, although they make the tripod relatively lightweight.
Finally, the name "Professional" photo/video tripod is a misnomer. Although I am an amateur/enthusiast myself, I highly doubt any professional would use this tripod instead of a good ballhead tripod. In my opinion, (and in retrospect) the convenience of a ballhead tripod make even the most inexpensive ballhead tripod worth it (but be prepared to pay at least 4 times more for one than for a tripod like this one). Plus, with a ballhead tripod, you'll at least LOOK more like a professional photographer, even if you don't know what you're doing :)
Overall, I would not recommend buying this tripod. Instead, do yourself a favor -- buy a ballhead. I'd suggest anything by Bogen/Manfrotto for starters. Hope this helps!

eeeeeeeeeeesh.......2007-05-18

I give this 2 star because it's cheap and it kinda works. This Tripod is light but its cheaply made. The leg locks are made out of hard plastic, you usually find this material in products from the 99 cents store, that look like it could brake on the 3rd or 4th use. I'm surprised this tripod is not 99 cents. It is pretty cheap for the size and what it is. I recommend it for your: "Disney Pix-Click Digital Camera"Disney - Pirates of the Caribbean Pix-Click Digital Camera

Great Tripod for the Price.......2007-05-18

This tripod is much higher quality than I expected. It is sturdy and easy to handle. I was suprised to find this quality at this price.

It's Okay.......2007-05-13

I'm not a professional or anything, but I think this tripod is pretty okay. The side to side pan lock broke within minutes of opening it and the free bag that came along with it also snapped on the straps as I was carrying it to film something. Otherwise, this tripod is pretty good and definitely a good buy to take on hiking trips and other projects. It's light and it definitely can go up really high! Very useful for that. I like it.

Excellent Considering the Price.......2007-05-07

Of course, this tripod cannot compare to a Bogen or Manfroto, but it is fantastic for the price with lots of settings and adjustments. It is light and comes with a carry case... a great deal.

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