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Sakar International designs, manufactures, and markets 35mm digital cameras, binoculars, computer accessories, electronic toys and sport fitness products. It offers consumers a unique blend of high quality products at affordable prices. In addition, Sakar enjoys an industry wide reputation for servicing its trade retailers due to its state of the art operational systems. more info
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Rating:4 out of 5 stars
The tripod shipped quickly and was still in its original packaging. The tripod itself is perfect if a lightweight portable tripod is needed. Not built to be extremely durable, but the price is very good for what you are getting.
Light weight but poor quality
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
I got this for my 19th anniversary Maui trip with my wife. U know what happen when u don’t have a tripod. All the pictures will be just either your wife or yourself. So I decided to buy a light weight travel tripod. When I first got it, I thought it was a little skimpy. The head was not fluid smooth as my old sunpak one (that one was heavy so I don’t take it far on any trip). I thougt may be after a few use, it would become smoother. Big disappointment! On my first use at Maui, I took it out from the bag, the lower portion of one of the leg fell out! I able to temporarily fixed it for a couple of pictures (risking my Canon 40D while using it). Then I tried again to take some sunset pictures with my wife later, that broken leg just won’t stay anymore and I need to return it to Amazon.
Warning – This Product Does NOT have “Fluid Panning”
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
This is a fine tripod for still photos but I cannot recommend it as a tripod for a camcorder.
There is misleading information in the product description. As of 9/28/09 the item is described as having “fluid panning”. This is incorrect. The panning is “jerky” and is not suitable anything other than amateur videos.
Cheap plastic, and only two way motion
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
Am not sure if everyone has the same view, but the one that I got from the market place seller – could be moved only in two directions, and the third direction is almost not movable at all.
The plastic is cheap material, but thats what we get for the price. However, its unacceptable that the tripod doesnt enable us to move in the direction that it has to.
Easy to carry, but only a limited 2-way movement possible.
Good product, great price!
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
I know there are better options out there but if you are working with a budget then this product will definitely make it to your shortlist. Very lightweight and has a carrying case for convenience. Downside would be its sturdiness…if you have one of those heavy cameras with the big lenses then this is not the tripod for you. Overall, it is a good product with a great price!
Great bargain tripod
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This is a solid basic tripod for under $20. That means it’s not meant for big heavy camcorders, windy outdoor shoots or any other activity that would require a durable tripod. It works fine for what I need. It holds my camcorder steady, pans and tilts right and it’s very lightweight. It’s light plastic so be careful with putting anything heavy on it. This is an ideal tripod for people who want nothing fancy for a low price.
Excellent for its price
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I bought this for the occasional family photos. I’m happy with what I got specially for the price! Its reasonably well constructed and for the point and shoot digital camera that I have, its fairly stable and sturdy. Its very light and easy to lug around. Fits nicely in an average sized backpack. I would recommend this to all occasional photographers.
A decent tripod
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
This is a great tripod for the price. Obviously it’s cheap for a reason, though, and the parts definitely feel that way. The panning handle on mine is slightly bent but it’s not a big inconvenience.
Very cheap but it is also very cheap
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
Device is shaky. You can not just point and shoot with it. You need to set timer of camera for at least 2 seconds to avoid vibrations coming through pressing the shutter.
Very light. You can carry it to anywhere and you won’t fell the weight of it.
Very cheap. Construction material very cheap so you have to be careful not to bend it or break it.
Very cheap. It is cheap, few bugs.
For non-professional, just for nice night shots, I would suggest this product.
Mediocre Tripod
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
Though I shouldn’t expect much from a sub-$20 tripod, I am disappointed that this is falling apart after about a year of ownership and only a dozen or so uses. Each of the legs have become loose to the point that they will disconnect from rest of the tripod where they all come together. It’s easy enough to put them back in their slots, but I’m not satisfied to do this every time I want to shoot or move the tripod to a new location. I am now in the market for a new tripod with a more solid build quality.
Three Legged Cripple
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
I made the mistake of going for the cheapest tripod I could find and I got exactly what I paid for. After two uses, the extention adjustment on one of the legs broke and that was the end of that
Must have for Beginners
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
Ok this is not a very great Tripod but it surely satisfies our basic needs for night photography. I bought 1 more tripod after buying this 1 ( as I got a good targues deal) ..When I compared both only difference was the ease with which u can attach and detach ur camera…as the size is really small it comes in my carry on bag while traveling via plane…so most of the time i use this only rather my targues tripod…Beginners must buy this 1 as it is really very cheap and good…
Perfect for the Galileoscope
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
For a beginning astronomer with a lightweight Galileoscope, it is a perfect and economical solution. For fifteen bucks, I am more than happy with it. I wouldn’t put a heavier scope or any cameras on the thing, though.
At least its cheap….
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
I guess I was stupid to expect much for $15. But this tripod sucks, its pretty unstable, has a tendency to just drop the camera spontaneously and cant level with the ground unless you hold it. Next time, Ill be getting something of better quality.
This Tripod is just great, it’s all what you need
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Well i bought this tripod a while ago, and it was awesome having such gadget for a cool price like this one not needing to buy a very expensive one. used it many times, lots of options to set the tripod to match your own needs.
But problems is on Windy Wheather and with an SLR camera that got a larger LENSE and with the LIFT up to it’s TOP, the Tripod really shake a lot which could ruine some of your Photos in a Darker Light ..
This is the only problem i found with this Tripod, but otherwise it’s Awesome to use..
Fell apart after 2 years
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
Some people may be looking for a light-weight tripod (like this one) to go with your small digital camera.
While this makes sense, one should not expect a light weight tripod to last long.
I used mine with a camcorder for recording kids’ recitals, concerts and sports events.
It was easy to use and quick to set up.
But it is a little top heavy when a camcorder is mounted.
One time I set it up on a long table in a crowd fully extended in order to make a shot from above the crowd.
Some kids leaned on the table and there fell my camcorder.
Fortunately, I grabbed it before it hit anyone or the ground.
And then the middle extension rod fell off in 6 months.
But it was still usable notwithstanding the instability when extending the neck.
1 year later, a log was lost from the pivot joint.
That’s the end.
I sm shopping for a new one.
This time, I am looking for a heavy-duty one.
If you are spending $500 or more on camcorder and digi-cam, it makes no sense to put them on a flimsy $30 tripod.
I Couldn’t Get Beyond Set-up,
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
I bought this tripod over 1 year ago & this is the first time I’ve tried to use it. I say “tried” because I couldn’t figure out how to move the platform that supports the camera to lift in a horizontal position, so I broke it. This is my first experience with a tripod, so it would have been nice to have some sort of instruction. A little frustrating.
Great basic tripod
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
It’s your basic tripod. It has all the standard features & is sturdy. I am very pleased with it’s performance & it’s a great deal for the price.
at such a price!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Far better than what I expected for the price I paid… It does the job and is not inconvenient to use and carry around.
Breaks very easily
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
I bought this tripod from amazon and it worked well for almost 3 months. But suddenly, one of the screws came off and it does not go back in. Turns out the threading is broken. I have not even used it for 10 times properly and it broke.
Very disappointed.
great product. perfect for the casual photographer.
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I just recieved the tripod today. It is a great product and a great deal. I paid $8 for it and $15 for S&H. I am 100% satisfied. It has all the basic features you need. I use it for a small digital camera so it is perfect for me. Other reviewers say you probably won’t want to put a heavy, expensive camera on it. they also say it might break down after heavy use. They are probably right. But if you are a casual photographer, looking for a cheap tripod that does the job, then this tripod is for you.
Really decent for 8 bucks!
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
Yes, do not put your expensive SLR on this ‘pod. It’s only for little digital cameras. Otherwise, it does a great job, and, may I stress, it was EIGHT bucks!
Great tripod for my Galileoscope
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I bought this tripod as a mount for my “Galileoscope” ([...]). Works great! Just the right balance of good stability and low weight. Also has enough height extension range to allow both 6’1″ dad and 5′ daughter to comfortably use the Galileoscope. I highly recommend this tripod.
Great value for the occaisional user.
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is a great value for the occaisional user. For the person looking to take a family photo a few times a year this is the tripod to have. It isn’t the sturdiest one out there, but with a little delicate handling you will receive a lot of value for your few dollars.
magic
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
It is not being used in the standard way. This is being used by a clown to carry magic. It is working out well.