Nikon Full Size Tripod w/ Quick Release 3-Way Head (Black)
The Nikon Full Size Tripod is a fully featured tripod designed to offer Nikon binocular and scope users a steady and sturdy support system.
A long panning handle allows for easy panning and tracking control. The geared center column adds additional height, and rubber tipped feet allow for steady positioning on any terrain.
| Maximum Height | 60.6" (153.9cm) |
| Maximum Height w/o Column Extended | 48.8" (123.9cm) |
| Minimum Height | Not specified |
| Folded Length | 22.8" (57.9cm) |
| Load Capacity | 4.4 lb (2 kg) |
| Leg Sections | 3 |
| Leg Lock Type | Flip locks |
| Independent Leg Spread | No |
| Center Column Sections | 1 |
| Center Column Type | Geared |
| Center Brace | Yes |
| Spiked Feet | No |
| Head Type | 3-way pan/tilt head |
| Head Mount Thread Size | Not removable |
| Weight | 3.1 lbs (1.4 kg) |
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by PowerReviews(based on 32 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
94%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (22)
- Strong construction (14)
- Lightweight (7)
- Widely compatible adapter (5)
- Stable (4)
Cons
- Heavy (4)
- Poor quality (3)
Best Uses
- Photography (6)
- Travel (6)
- Portraits (4)
- Home (3)
- Stabilization (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (16), Avid adventurer (7), Casual photographer (3), Enthusiast (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (20), Yes (3)
Most Liked Positive Review
It's a must-have for night shots.
It's easy to setup and it also has a alignment bubble (it tells you if one leg is longer or shorter by having the bubble move around). The telescopic legs and the main chassis...Read complete review
It's easy to setup and it also has a alignment bubble (it tells you if one leg is longer or shorter by having the bubble move around). The telescopic legs and the main chassis extends to around 5'8-9 perfect for my eye level. But I have seen other tripods that are more light weight. But the weight also gives it a feeling of sturdiness that would sometimes be found lacking in carbon fiber tripods. Overall it's great for getting the best out of low light shots. I did have problems installing the connector onto my D40 (while it was wearing Camera armor) and it seemed that the tripod better accommodates Nikon cameras with large bottom panels. And I hand problems getting it pan in all the directions because the connector plate was bigger than the Camera Armored D40 base panel. It might be a little heavy for travel but with the right bag or case it shouldn't be too hard to lug it around.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Nice looking tripod
Got this to shoot wildlife in my yard, its light and fairly compact considering how tall it can be.It really helps with a not so steady hand.the bad...[...] The crank handle...Read complete review
Got this to shoot wildlife in my yard, its light and fairly compact considering how tall it can be.It really helps with a not so steady hand.the bad...[...] The crank handle to raise and lower the camera was snapped into three pieces...a minor inconvenience, now just using the quick release. I would recommend the product
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Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Questionable durability
Best Uses
Comments about Nikon Full Size Tripod w/ Quick Release 3-Way Head (Black):
easy to use, easy to carry - durability is questionable - airlines broke it
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Photography
Comments about Nikon Full Size Tripod w/ Quick Release 3-Way Head (Black):
Solid and well built. I bought this tripod as a gift for my daughter and I know that she will have no worries about mounting her expensive Nikon camera onto this tripod.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Terrestrial Viewing
Comments about Nikon Full Size Tripod w/ Quick Release 3-Way Head (Black):
I shoot outdoors most of the time an have found this tripod to be very useful,it holds my D7000 steady and very capable.It does have a crank handle for raising and lowering the camera ,it is a little light in construction.Overall a great tripod.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Nikon Full Size Tripod w/ Quick Release 3-Way Head (Black):
I am new to photography and never realized the difference a tripod would make. Before my shots looked like a had drunk a bottle of tequila, the shots now look like a cup of herbal tea. The tripod is easy to use and the price is even better. I would recommend this product as a great entry level tripod.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Light weight
- Stable
- Strong Construction
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Photography
Comments about Nikon Full Size Tripod w/ Quick Release 3-Way Head (Black):
This tripod is very well made and can be used outside as well on uneven surfaces because of the feet. I use it with my D40 55-300mm lens and it's very stable yet light weight as well. Great for the amateur photographer.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good value
- Lightweight-Easy to Carry
- Strong Construction
Cons
- None that I can think of
Best Uses
- Outdoor photography
- When weight is a concern
Comments about Nikon Full Size Tripod w/ Quick Release 3-Way Head (Black):
I just bought this tripod to supplement my much heavier Belfont tripod I bought many years ago. The Nikon tripod is much lighter and easier to carry but still sturdy enough to hold most of my cameras. I like the quick release pad though the camera must be attached to it prior to using the tripod. This does take some getting used to as all other tripods I have owned you directly attach the camera to the tripod. The pad must be screwed into the camera using a small metal ring on the underside of the pad. One feature I like is the anti fold ring which prevents the tripod from from collapsing in the event someone kicks it or moves it accidently. To fold up the tripod you have to grab the ring and move it upwards. The Nikon tripod is the only tripod to have this feature of all the tripods I have owned. I recommend this tripod since it is lightweight, reasonably well made and not too expensive.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Padding
- Strong Construction
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Astronomy
Comments about Nikon Full Size Tripod w/ Quick Release 3-Way Head (Black):
Easy to use .light weight
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Widely Compatible Adapter
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Nikon Full Size Tripod w/ Quick Release 3-Way Head (Black):
Purchased this for our trip to the final space shuttle launch. Being lightweight, it worked well for airline travel as well as for carrying around on the morning of the launch. Mounted a Canon Rebel and Contour video camera on it to take video and stills simultaneously and it worked flawlessly. The quick release is effortless and was key to dodging around the crowd as it moved later in the launch sequence.
The only drawback is the hand crank for the neck is a bit flimsy and I can see where some people could break it with very little force. Overall a solid, low price tripod that sets up in seconds and is easy to level.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Nikon Full Size Tripod w/ Quick Release 3-Way Head (Black):
This tripod is super helpful! Its got quick-release tabs on all the parts, which makes set up and adjusting so easy and fast! Its overall just a convenient piece of equipment.
My one qualm about it is that it doesn't allow for my microphone attachment to go on my camera, so I have to figure out how to attach my microphone to something else.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Widely Compatible Adapter
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Nikon Full Size Tripod w/ Quick Release 3-Way Head (Black):
I bought this Tripod for my D90, it was perfect since it was made with the same company, I'm going to use this product in 2 weeks from now for a friends wedding, Hopefully this well do just fine, no broken gears or levers and locks when I use it soon. I can't wait to take it out and use it then. To make the story short, the only thing thats not so great about it is the plastic hinge piece that connects the legs and the bracket that goes to the center shaft is prone for breaking, that piece should need to be more rigid since its holding a moving parts. [...] but overall its good product just be aware of that part I'm talking about before you put your in your expensive gadget it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Nikon Full Size Tripod w/ Quick Release 3-Way Head (Black):
I use the tripod for stills and video. The legs open and extend easily. The removable top makes it easy to mount the camera. The head swings smoothly when the tension control is adjusted properly. The unit compresses to store easily and is a good lightweight solution for most users.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
- Widely Compatible Adapter
Cons
- Bulky
Best Uses
Comments about Nikon Full Size Tripod w/ Quick Release 3-Way Head (Black):
Easy to use
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- Poor Construction
Best Uses
Comments about Nikon Full Size Tripod w/ Quick Release 3-Way Head (Black):
I'm so disappointed having this tripod very very very poor construction, as a matter of fact i got a new one not more than a month but the leg brace of it is broke already,... I hate it very much!!!!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy storage
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
- Widely Compatible Adapter
Cons
Best Uses
- Cameras spotting scopes
Comments about Nikon Full Size Tripod w/ Quick Release 3-Way Head (Black):
I ordered the Nikon Tripod so we could put our spotting scope on it. It worked great. I like the way it screws right into the spotting scope and keeps it stable and secure for accurate viewing. It adjust to whatever height that is needed for different people without having to move the spotting scope. It also folds up for quick and easy carrying and storage. It is a great product for cameras also. I highly recommend it. B & H had the best price that I could find. I recommend ordering from them.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Padding
- Great Optics
- Strong Construction
- Widely Compatible Adapter
Cons
Best Uses
- Bright Conditions
- Terrestrial Viewing
- Travel
Comments about Nikon Full Size Tripod w/ Quick Release 3-Way Head (Black):
I`m using it a lot. Nice and handy, plus comfortable to use. I would recommend it to anyone I know.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Nikon Full Size Tripod w/ Quick Release 3-Way Head (Black):
As a relative novice, this is my first tripod and I can't believe I've waited this long to get one. Loads of versatility with this tripod from Nikon for just about any situation.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Terrestrial Viewing
Comments about Nikon Full Size Tripod w/ Quick Release 3-Way Head (Black):
I was a little surprised to see that a manual was not included.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Poor Construction
Best Uses
Comments about Nikon Full Size Tripod w/ Quick Release 3-Way Head (Black):
Good product for the price but made of cheap plastic. Functions as it should [...]. Now it has worked great. Quick release feature is great not having to screw and unscrew.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- Poor Construction
Best Uses
Comments about Nikon Full Size Tripod w/ Quick Release 3-Way Head (Black):
Quick release would not tighten. Screw on Quick release was very cheap and would probably break when trying to tighten.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Nikon Full Size Tripod w/ Quick Release 3-Way Head (Black):
Studio photography
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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What's in the Box
- Quick Release Plate
- 1-Year Warranty
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