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International Orders*The all-aluminum VariZoom VZ-TP1568 Lightweight Photo Tripod/Head Combo has a total weight of 5.6 lb (2.5 kg) and will support your camera equipment weighing up to 15 lb (6.8 kg). It extends to a maximum working height of 67.5" (171.5cm) and folds down to only 26" (66cm) for storage.
The VZ-TP1568 comes with a removable platform head with dual twist-lock handles. One handle is for panning and tilts; one adjusts for horizontal and vertical orientation. It also comes with a quick release plate for fast and easy removal and replacement of your camera to the tripod.
A sliding center column with a friction lock enables low shooting down to 10" (25.4cm) which comes in handy for close-up and macro photography. Other features that round out this tripod's functionality include a 3-axis bubble level to keep your camera on a level plane, fixed rubber feet for added stability, and comfortable foam grips on the legs to protect your hands while you are moving it around.
| General | |
|---|---|
| Load Capacity | 15 lb (6.8 kg) |
| Maximum Height | 67.5" (171.5cm) |
| Maximum Height w/o Column Extended | 52.3" (132.8cm) |
| Minimum Height | 10" (25.4cm) |
| Folded Length | 26" (66cm) |
| Weight | 5.6 lb (2.5 kg) |
| Head | |
|---|---|
| Head Type |
Platform 5" (12.7cm) high 1.5 lb (680.3 g) |
| Quick Release | Yes |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Head Attachment Fitting | 3/8"-16 |
| Camera Mount Thread Size | 1/4"-20 |
| Leg Sections | 3 |
| Leg Lock Type | Clamp |
| Independent Leg Spread | Yes |
| Tripod Feet | Rubber, fixed |
| Center Brace | No |
| Center Column | |
|---|---|
| Center Column Type |
Sliding, 10.75" (27cm) adjustment Reversible Friction lock 3/8"-16 stud at both ends Removable Removable hanging hook |
| Center Column Sections | 1 |
| Bubble Level | 3-axis |
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Comments about VariZoom VZ-TP1568 Lightweight Photo Tripod/Head Combo:
I got this Tripod because the specs were the same as the popular $300 Manfrotto leg/head combo. This tripod actually weighs less and supports more weight than the Manfrotto equivalent.
In my first test shots using it, I was able to get the camera level and centered on what I wanted to capture (which was a moving train). I was fairly close to the train and the tripod remained standing despite the intense force of the wind from the train. It didn't wobble at all and the pictures came out how I wanted.
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