Slik Compact Tripod II
The Slik Compact Tripod II is compact and perfectly sized for travel. It folds down to only 14.17" (37.3 cm) and is lightweight (1.26 lb, 571.5 g). It reaches a maximum height of 38.83" (99.0 cm) and will support cameras, camcorders, or scopes weighing up to 2.75 lb (1.24 kg). It comes with a 2-way pan head with a textured surface to keep your camera or camcorder from slipping and an easy-grip pan handle for smooth panning and locking the head just where you want it to be.
The Compact II improves upon the easy-to-use features of its predecessor, the popular Compact Tripod XL, by adding Slik Speed-Release leg locks which are faster and easier to operate than the traditional twist-lock legs. At the top of the center column is a bubble level to keep your equipment perfectly positioned. This tool is particularly useful for shooting landscapes and horizons.
The gearless "lift'n lock" center column features an oversize locking collar, and rubber leg tips provide traction outdoors and protect surfaces indoors. Lightweight and sized perfectly for fitting into a backpack or gear bag, the Compact II Tripod is an excellent tripod when you are on the go.
- The two-way pan head has independent pan and tilt locks, a textured surface, and easy-grip pan handle.
- Slik Speed-Release leg locks are faster and easier to operate than the traditional twist-lock legs.
- The bubble level at the top of the center column helps level the camera for perfect landscapes and sunsets.
- This tripod will fit comfortably into a backpack or gear bag, making it ideal for travel.
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| General | |
|---|---|
| Load Capacity | 2.75 lb (1.24 kg) |
| Maximum Height | 38.98" (99.0 cm) |
| Maximum Height w/o Column Extended | 31.5" (80.0 cm) |
| Folded Length | 14.17" (37.3 cm) |
| Weight | 1.26 lb (571.5 g) |
| Head | |
|---|---|
| Head Type | 2-way pan head |
| Quick Release | No |
| Legs | |
|---|---|
| Material | Aluminum |
| Leg Sections | 4 |
| Leg Lock Type | Speed-Release |
| Independent Leg Spread | Yes |
| Spiked/Retractable Feet | No |
| Center Brace | No |
| Center Column | |
|---|---|
| Center Column Type | Gearless |
| Center Column Sections | 1 x 7.48" (18.9 cm) |
| Bubble Level | Yes |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 7 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
86%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Lightweight (5)
- Folds away (3)
- Unfolds quickly (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (5)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 7 customers
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Pros
- Folds Small
- Lightweight
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Flowers
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Travel
Comments about Slik Compact Tripod II:
This short tripod is used for flower photography with a point and shoot camera. It is very lightweight. We replaced the head with a SBH-60 ball-head, which is easier to attach to the camera and has more range of motion. But only do this for non-video. I was hoping this tripod would go a little lower, but the legs won't fan out. This is a great tripod for hiking, when taking flower pictures, or when traveling and you want something really small and light. It doesn't go high enough for portrait photography. It comes [...] with clear instructions.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Folds Small
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
- Travel
Comments about Slik Compact Tripod II:
Nice small tripod. Put it on a table or shelf and a camera or small spotting scope fits fine. I'am going to adapt it to take a compact binocular that doesn't have a tripod screw.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel
- Wildlife
Comments about Slik Compact Tripod II:
I purchased to take on extended hunting trip and suits portability & fine for small kowa spotting scope, easy set up with screw in base plate rather than detachable one as they are usually less stable on the lighter cheaper models...!!! Reccommend for this purpose.
Cheers
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Folds Small
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Slik Compact Tripod II:
I've been looking for a lightweight tripod that collapses to a small size. I also wanted the legs to be levers and not twist type. This one was great and the only possible weak feature was the swivel head. Although it seemed to be able to handle a few pounds, I unsrewed it and replaced it with a mini-ball head. Now I have a tripod that can handle several pounds. The fully extended length is not that great, but you have to sacrifice something for the size and weight. This was a good compromise.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Small and Light
Cons
- Small and poorly made
Best Uses
- Taking up space
Comments about Slik Compact Tripod II:
I should have read the other reviews and paid attention to the height specs. This thing is small. It doesn't seem to be made very well either. The liquid level is so small that it's nearly unusable. My Nikon D3100 is too heavy for it. The head sags to one side under the weight of this very light DSLR. I vote "no".
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Folds to 14"
- Light Weight
Cons
- Needs 3rd pan-tilt axis
Best Uses
- Just right for P7000
Comments about Slik Compact Tripod II:
This a great little tripod for pocket cameras, such as the Nikon P7000 with the ML-L3 remote release. I use it for low light and/or long exposure shots.
Fits easily into a day pack. Weighs only 2.75 lbs & folds down to 14".
Four stars because it only has a two way pan-tilt, instead of a three way. However, the SLIK leg locks are extremely easy to adjust. I level the horizon by adjusting the leg on the left while looking through the viewfinder.
Appears to have the traditional SLIK quality. I have been using a SLIK U-112 since 1983, and it has never failed.
This tripod is strictly for very small cameras. It is not for the F3HP, F5, or D300.
Pros
- Compact
- Inexpensive
- Portable
Cons
- Short
- Somewhat flimsy
Best Uses
Comments about Slik Compact Tripod II:
It's a fairly solid tripod that stands up well and feels like it's not going to fall over with my film SLR camera on it.
It's short. I'm 6'3" and I almost have to kneel in order to look through the viewfinder. Not really the fault of the tripod since I bought it without checking the size.
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- 3-Year Manufacturer's Limited Warranty
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