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Sunpak 8001 UT Tripod with 3-Way Pan / Tilt Head (Quick Release)

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  • Price: $24.95
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  • B&H # SU8001UT
  • Mfr# 620-080

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  • Supports 6.6 lb (3.0 kg)

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The Sunpak 8001 UT is a great economical full-size tripod for lighter loads. Oversized, single action locks with rubber leg tips give non-skid stability. In addition, spikes emerge from those feet for extra traction on looser terrain. It is fast to set up and will comfortably hold most light 35mm equipment and DSLR cameras.

Maximum Height 59.0" (149.9 cm)
Minimum Height 21.5" (54.6 cm)
Folded Length 23.2" (58.9 cm)
Load Capacity 6.6 lb (3.00 kg)
Leg Sections 3
Leg Lock Type Flip levers
Independent Leg Spread No
Center Column Sections 1
Center Column Type Geared with tension control
Center Brace Yes
Spiked Feet Yes
Head Type 3-Way pan & tilt with quick release
Head Mount Thread Size Head is not interchangeable
Weight 3.30 lb (1.50 kg)

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Sunpak 8001UT Tripod with 3-Way Pan / Tilt Head (Quick Release) - Supports 6.6 lb (3.0 kg)
 
4.7

(based on 72 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (50)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (21)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (1)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (0)

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    (0)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Attaches firmly (55)
  • Stable (55)
  • Large range of motion (39)
  • Strong clamp (37)
  • Lightweight (5)

Cons

  • Unstable (4)
  • Small range (3)
  • Weak clamp (3)

Best Uses

  • Home (45)
  • Landscape/scenery (41)
  • Portraits (38)
  • Night shots (34)
  • Travel (26)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Photo enthusiast (35), Casual photographer (17), Semi-pro photographer (14), Pro photographer (3)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (48), Yes (3)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

Smooth, Light, and Compact

I use the 8001UT Tripod by Sunpack for shooting DSLR stills and video. It's great for traveling and getting to remote locations where you never know when a tripod could come in handy.
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I use the 8001UT Tripod by Sunpack for shooting DSLR stills and video. It's great for traveling and getting to remote locations where you never know when a tripod could come in handy.

It's great because it's light weight - a mere 3 pounds. Despite being light weight, it is fairly sturdy and won't slide around too much on slippery surfaces. But be careful not to bump it! It has the ability to stick right into the ground and elevate to about 60 inches. It's minimum height is just below 22 inches so it can break down small enough to fit in a suitcase, a duffle bag, or a large backpack. It's rubber grip features are sturdy attributes. What is really amazing about this consumer level tripod is that it has exceptionally smooth tilt, pan, and raising features. It's not plastic or a hard painted metal so it elevates smooth and swift.

The only down side is the plastic tripod plate. It is helpful and a brilliant idea that the tripod comes with two plates but it would be nice if it was a better quality material. There's nothing wrong with the plate itself and the cheap tripod plate probably cuts down on the price.

Overall this is one of the best consumer tripods available for video and still cameras today. It's light weight, smooth, cheap, and compact.

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

Decent Tripod

This is a decent tripod for the money. Lightweight but a little cumbersome. I'm especially not a fan of the crank style middle column adjuster. It's just not easy enough to use though it...Read complete review

This is a decent tripod for the money. Lightweight but a little cumbersome. I'm especially not a fan of the crank style middle column adjuster. It's just not easy enough to use though it does the job.

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5.0

Great tripod

By Stephen

from Long Island

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Attaches Firmly
  • Good Stability
  • Large Range of Motion
  • Strong Clamp

Cons

    Best Uses

      Comments about Sunpak 8001UT Tripod with 3-Way Pan / Tilt Head (Quick Release) - Supports 6.6 lb (3.0 kg):

      This tripod is cheap, easy to use and reliable. It feels stable for my small camera.

      Comment on this review

      (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      looks good

      By catalina

      from Mount Rainier

      About Me Semi-pro Photographer

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Good Stability
      • Large Range of Motion

      Cons

      • Complicated Controls

      Best Uses

      • Home
      • Landscape/Scenery
      • Night Shots
      • Portraits
      • Sports/Action
      • Weddings/Events
      • Wildlife

      Comments about Sunpak 8001UT Tripod with 3-Way Pan / Tilt Head (Quick Release) - Supports 6.6 lb (3.0 kg):

      Looks good, seems solid, even though it's light weight, and seems to do everything I need, but I haven't had a chance to use it yet.

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      • No

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      5.0

      Definitely worth it investment

      By Eeyore

      from Vancouver, BC

      About Me Casual Photographer

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Home
          • Landscape/Scenery
          • Night Shots

          Comments about Sunpak 8001UT Tripod with 3-Way Pan / Tilt Head (Quick Release) - Supports 6.6 lb (3.0 kg):

          It is handy, light and good made. Totally user friendly. Excellent product and price. No complains!! Highly recommend.

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          5.0

          Exceeds expectations!

          By MelissK

          from Lowell, MA

          About Me Semi-pro Photographer

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Attaches Firmly
          • Good Stability
          • Large Range of Motion
          • Strong Clamp

          Cons

          • None

          Best Uses

          • Home
          • Landscape/Scenery
          • Portraits
          • Travel
          • Weddings/Events

          Comments about Sunpak 8001UT Tripod with 3-Way Pan / Tilt Head (Quick Release) - Supports 6.6 lb (3.0 kg):

          This tripod is light, though very sturdy and easy to set up. I use it with a Cannon EOS Rebel T1i (500D) and it hold its weight with a 55mm - 250mm lens no problem. I use it to take group photos inside as well as outside and also landscape photos. I would definitely recommend this product to a friend.

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          5.0

          Good product.

          By craig89lx

          from boston,ma

          About Me Photo Enthusiast

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Attaches Firmly
          • Good Stability
          • Strong Clamp

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Landscape/Scenery
            • Travel
            • Wildlife

            Comments about Sunpak 8001UT Tripod with 3-Way Pan / Tilt Head (Quick Release) - Supports 6.6 lb (3.0 kg):

            Really like this tripod.I use it with my 300mm lens with no problems.Holds the weight.

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            • No

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            4.0

            Better then Expected

            By Kale

            from Buffalo, NY

            About Me Semi-pro Photographer

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Portraits

                Comments about Sunpak 8001UT Tripod with 3-Way Pan / Tilt Head (Quick Release) - Supports 6.6 lb (3.0 kg):

                Use with my camera

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                • No

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                5.0

                Excellent tripod!

                By Dario

                from Stockton, ca.

                About Me Photo Enthusiast

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Attaches Firmly
                • Good Stability
                • Strong Clamp

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Landscape/Scenery
                  • Sports/Action

                  Comments about Sunpak 8001UT Tripod with 3-Way Pan / Tilt Head (Quick Release) - Supports 6.6 lb (3.0 kg):

                  I've used it for sports and landscape shots so far. I like the 2 quick release plates that come with it. It folds up very small and it's light-weight. Smooth panning for video, too!

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                  5.0

                  IT DOES SUPPORT HEAVY Spotting Scopes

                  By JC Hedj

                  from Dallas TX

                  About Me Photo Enthusiast

                  Verified Reviewer

                  Pros

                  • Attaches Firmly
                  • Good Stability
                  • Large Range of Motion
                  • Strong Clamp

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Sports/Action
                    • Travel
                    • Video

                    Comments about Sunpak 8001UT Tripod with 3-Way Pan / Tilt Head (Quick Release) - Supports 6.6 lb (3.0 kg):

                    I own a Konus 20-60x100mm spotting scope ( 6 lbs). Could not find a reasonably priced tripod under $ 300
                    Took a chance and ordered this 8001UT. It held the scope in an angular position for 48 hrs.
                    IT is not studio quality but it does work in the field. All Konus Spotting scope owners should order this tripod.

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                    4.0

                    Great cost/features ratio tripod

                    By leo

                    from Forrest Hills, NY

                    About Me Casual Photographer

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Attaches Firmly
                    • Good Stability
                    • Large Range of Motion
                    • Strong Clamp

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Home
                      • Landscape/Scenery
                      • Night Shots
                      • Portraits
                      • Travel

                      Comments about Sunpak 8001UT Tripod with 3-Way Pan / Tilt Head (Quick Release) - Supports 6.6 lb (3.0 kg):

                      very easy to use and affordable tripod

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                      • No

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                      5.0

                      Best buy!!

                      By Crystal

                      from Ohio

                      About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Good price value

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Home
                        • Night Shots
                        • Portraits
                        • Weddings/Events

                        Comments about Sunpak 8001UT Tripod with 3-Way Pan / Tilt Head (Quick Release) - Supports 6.6 lb (3.0 kg):

                        I could not find a nicer tripod for the price! It has passed every test I have put it through.

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                        • No

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                        5.0

                        Love it so far

                        By jtibs

                        from shelton, CT

                        About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                        Verified Buyer

                        Pros

                        • Attaches Firmly

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                          • Home
                          • Night Shots

                          Comments about Sunpak 8001UT Tripod with 3-Way Pan / Tilt Head (Quick Release) - Supports 6.6 lb (3.0 kg):

                          I have used the tripod serveral times now since buying it. It is light weight and easy to set up. Supports my camera with flash no problem. I use it all the time for my photo projects.

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                          • No

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                          4.0

                          Great

                          By Green240

                          from Greensboro, NC

                          About Me Photo Enthusiast

                          Verified Buyer

                          Pros

                          • Good Stability
                          • Large Range of Motion

                          Cons

                          • Unstable

                          Best Uses

                          • Home
                          • Landscape/Scenery
                          • Night Shots
                          • Sports/Action
                          • Travel
                          • Wildlife

                          Comments about Sunpak 8001UT Tripod with 3-Way Pan / Tilt Head (Quick Release) - Supports 6.6 lb (3.0 kg):

                          Great tripod for the money. Only thing I don't really like is that leveling ball is covered up when mounted to the camera. Other than that it's definitely worth the price..

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                          5.0

                          The Right Stuff

                          By Rochelle

                          from Hollywood, CA

                          About Me Photo Enthusiast

                          Verified Buyer

                          Pros

                          • Attaches Firmly
                          • Good Stability
                          • Large Range of Motion
                          • Strong Clamp

                          Cons

                            Best Uses

                            • Home
                            • Portraits

                            Comments about Sunpak 8001UT Tripod with 3-Way Pan / Tilt Head (Quick Release) - Supports 6.6 lb (3.0 kg):

                            Inexpensive, Easy to use, light, good looking...its out of this world!

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                            • No

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                            5.0

                            8001UT Tripod with 3-Way Pan / Tilt Head

                            By Scott, the Wisconsin outdoor enthusiasts

                            from Mercer, WI.

                            About Me Photo Enthusiast

                            Verified Buyer

                            Pros

                            • Attaches Firmly
                            • Good Stability
                            • Large Range of Motion
                            • Strong Clamp

                            Cons

                              Best Uses

                              • Home
                              • Landscape/Scenery
                              • Night Shots
                              • Portraits
                              • Sports/Action
                              • Travel
                              • Video
                              • Weddings/Events
                              • Wildlife

                              Comments about Sunpak 8001UT Tripod with 3-Way Pan / Tilt Head (Quick Release) - Supports 6.6 lb (3.0 kg):

                              Everything that I expected. I use the tripod for a spotting scope that sits lakeside on my deck. I can see anything on the lake out to a mile. The extra mounting plate that is included is on my digital camera so I can sway the scope out and snap in the camera in seconds. Height, left to right, and tilt adjustments are handy and easy to operate. I love this inexpensive tripod!

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                              5.0

                              Great tripod for the price

                              By mitchell

                              from Brooklyn, NY

                              About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                              Verified Buyer

                              Pros

                              • Attaches Firmly
                              • Good Stability
                              • Large Range of Motion
                              • Strong Clamp

                              Cons

                                Best Uses

                                • Home
                                • Landscape/Scenery
                                • Night Shots
                                • Portraits
                                • Travel

                                Comments about Sunpak 8001UT Tripod with 3-Way Pan / Tilt Head (Quick Release) - Supports 6.6 lb (3.0 kg):

                                This tripod is a fantastic value as long as you dont have a heavy camera. The tripod itself is not much heavier than the cheaper model. its sturdy and close to eye level without extending the center bar. it also comes with a second camera mount incase youre prone to loosing them. It also has a built in level which is perhaps the best feature since most low end tripods do not include one.

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                                5.0

                                Great value!

                                By Teacher

                                from Chilhowie, VA

                                About Me Pro Photographer

                                Verified Buyer

                                Pros

                                • Attaches Firmly
                                • Good Stability

                                Cons

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Landscape/Scenery
                                  • Travel

                                  Comments about Sunpak 8001UT Tripod with 3-Way Pan / Tilt Head (Quick Release) - Supports 6.6 lb (3.0 kg):

                                  For backpacking or casual use, this inexpensive, lightweight tripod can't be beat! Individually adjustable legs make it ideal to set up on uneven ground and it has a maximum height which is comfortable for most folks.
                                  Additionally, there is a bubble level for more precise work.

                                  While this tripod will never replace a professional tripod such as a Bogen or Manfrotto, for the price it is ideal for the student photographer or for times that you are unable or unwilling to carry a heavy tripod. It is nice to have a spare mounting plate as well.

                                  I am a photo educator and purchased six of these tripods for a high school class. They are perfect for us!

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                                  • No

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                                  4.0

                                  Great little tripod for next to nothing.

                                  By EJ the Production Coordinator

                                  from Chicago, IL

                                  About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                  Verified Buyer

                                  Pros

                                  • easy to use
                                  • Lightweight

                                  Cons

                                  • Small Range
                                  • Unstable

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Home
                                  • Portraits

                                  Comments about Sunpak 8001UT Tripod with 3-Way Pan / Tilt Head (Quick Release) - Supports 6.6 lb (3.0 kg):

                                  I ordered two of these for our production coordination team who are routinely sent out and about to scout locations and do quick screen-tests of interview subjects. We didn't need professional grade, just a light set of sticks that would be easy to transport and could do a fine job holding their dslr cameras upright and stable. We were very happy with what we received. The 3-way pan/ tilt head is surprisingly smooth (though it's not perfect) and the tripod comes with a second quick release mount. It's incredibly lightweight so it's not a burden when you're shlepping around a busy city all day.
                                  It's definitely not the hardiest piece of equipment or the most stable. But it's great in a pinch.

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                                  5.0

                                  exactly what I needed

                                  By Cindy

                                  from Boston, Ma

                                  About Me Casual Photographer

                                  Verified Buyer

                                  Pros

                                  • Attaches Firmly
                                  • Good Stability
                                  • Large Range of Motion
                                  • Strong Clamp

                                  Cons

                                    Best Uses

                                    • Landscape/Scenery
                                    • Night Shots
                                    • Portraits

                                    Comments about Sunpak 8001UT Tripod with 3-Way Pan / Tilt Head (Quick Release) - Supports 6.6 lb (3.0 kg):

                                    Great deal for the money. I am an amateur so I didn't really know what I needed but my budget was really low. This came well reviewed and for the money I couldn't find something better. Seems very sturdy, very well built. Much better than I expected.

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                                    5.0

                                    GREAT !

                                    By Murtaza

                                    from New Avenel, Jersey

                                    About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                    Verified Buyer

                                    Pros

                                    • Attaches Firmly
                                    • easy to use
                                    • Extra clamp plate
                                    • Good Stability
                                    • Strong
                                    • Strong Clamp
                                    • Sturdy

                                    Cons

                                    • None found yet

                                    Best Uses

                                    • Home
                                    • Landscape/Scenery
                                    • Night Shots
                                    • Portraits
                                    • Sports/Action
                                    • Travel
                                    • Video
                                    • Weddings/Events

                                    Comments about Sunpak 8001UT Tripod with 3-Way Pan / Tilt Head (Quick Release) - Supports 6.6 lb (3.0 kg):

                                    I am not a PRO photographer, but I'm not an amatuer either, this is a perfect tripod, sturdy and nicely built, feels solid. I have a canon T1i and when it sits on top of it I have no concerns of it falling down.Very good product for a reasonable price.

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                                    5.0

                                    Easy deal!

                                    By Crucible

                                    from Oakland, CA

                                    About Me Casual Photographer

                                    Verified Buyer

                                    Pros

                                    • Attaches Firmly
                                    • Good Stability
                                    • Large Range of Motion
                                    • Strong Clamp

                                    Cons

                                      Best Uses

                                      • Home
                                      • Landscape/Scenery
                                      • Night Shots
                                      • Portraits
                                      • Sports/Action
                                      • Travel
                                      • Video
                                      • Weddings/Events
                                      • Wildlife

                                      Comments about Sunpak 8001UT Tripod with 3-Way Pan / Tilt Head (Quick Release) - Supports 6.6 lb (3.0 kg):

                                      [...]Just the product I wanted! Thank you!

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