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He's only 9, so he was VERY excited to be able to take it outside and view the night sky with the tripod. His telescope fits on this tripod (although, technically, you'd want a taller tripod for a telescope. Last weekend, my 9-year-old took a class at the science museum during which he made a telescope.
So, he got me this for this past Xmas. It is easy to extend its height. My husband gave me a video-recorder for Xmas a few years ago, but my arms get so tired when I'm filming the plays my son is in.
My camcorder fits perfectly. This is a perfectly functional well-priced tripod, for average, everyday, family use. It is very functional.
It was easy to set up.
I doubt that Sony is the manufacturer of such a pedestrian product, and my guess is that they are an OEM reseller that inflates the price by marketing it under their own brand name. My wife bought this tripod for me after an older one broke when I forced a retaining clip that was supposed to secure a telescoping leg segment in place, but did not hold well. Whether the new design will prove to be more robust than the previous generation is an empirical question; only time will tell. Perhaps the main distinguishing feature is the black color.
And, it is mostly plastic except for the leg tubes and the tilt/pan handle. That is not necessarily bad, but, again, whether or not it will stand up under use is an empirical question.Botom line: it works, but it is by no means outstanding, and it does not appear to be any better, nor any worse, for that matter, than the competition in the same price range. This model does not. Some tripods have a hook at the bottom of the center tube from which stabilizing weights can be suspended.
One can only hope that the clips will hold the extended leg segments securely in place and will be less fragile than the previous design.The retaining clips aside, this Sony tripod has little to distinguish itself from the competition. This does not, though the case from my broken tripod fits it. The newer breed of tripods, this Sony tripod included, have a revised design for the retaining clips. Other tripods in this price range come with carrying cases.
The black color is a nice touch, compared to the pewter color of many other tripods, but that is a matter of personal taste. However, after looking at many models, both professional and moderately priced like this Sony, it appeared to me that all had the same retaining clip design. The tilt/pan head does not distinguish itself for smooth movement, but it is adequate for the casual use to which I would put it.
Other than that, it does the job. It took me a while to figure out how to release the nob so it will take a vertical picture. Definitely can't beat the price. I like this tripod. I just use it for basic picture taking.
But, I see that you can not believe all the negative remarks made about vendor products. I shopped around and priced the sony tripod and yours was more cost effective. This has made my day lol. For my part, I received a great product at a great price and good customer service. I ordered and it seems like I got it the next day lol. That was fast.All the negative remarks made me think twice.
but if you buy a separate bag for it with shoulder strap this shouldn't be a problem. it works. overall, i like it. very good quality, easy to use, light weight,just a little bit too long for my backpack. i bind it to the side of my backpack.
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