Benro Versatile A1980F 4-Section Aluminum Tripod
The Benro Versatile A1980F 4-Section Aluminum Tripod features a center column that can be raised out of its chassis so you can pivot and swivel it into almost any position. You can swivel the column 360° and tilt it up to 180° – perfect for capturing low-to-the-ground shots and for performing macro photography at any angle.
The A1980F reaches a maximum height of 62" and supports loads up to 13.2 lb, making it perfect for point & shoot and DSLR cameras. The lightweight aluminum Versatile tripod weighs in at only 3.9 lb. Its anti-rotation legs feature user-adjustable flip locks to ensure their reliable operation over the long term.
Locking screws in the top plate provide an extra level of security and stability when attaching a head (not included). A hook at the bottom of the center-column allows you to hang a counterweight from the tripod's center of gravity for increased stability, especially in windy conditions or with uneven loads. In configurations with the center column pivoted low, the loop on the magnesium chassis can be used to suspend a weight.
- Column-Locking Set Knobs
- The two knobs on the center-column collar allow you to free and lock the pivoting and swiveling of the versatile center column, which you can slide out of the chassis easily after extending it fully
- Adjustable Leg Angles
- The legs can be independently locked into place at three different angles to enable shooting on irregular surface areas or at ground level
- Rubber and Stainless Steel Spiked Feet
- The tripod comes with both rubber feet and stainless steel spiked feet that screw in and out of the leg
- Foam Grip on One Leg
- A thick layer of closed-cell nitrile butadiene rubber (NBR) provides a comfortable yet firm grip when carrying your Benro tripod, and it mitigates the effects of extreme heat and cold
- Carry Case & Shoulder Strap
- Benro carrying cases and straps are made of high-quality, durable materials to provide maximum protection for your tripod and head (not included). The included shoulder strap doubles as a tripod-carrying strap – just slip the strap's lasso around the legs and, at the other end of the strap, attach the clip to the loop on the tripod's chassis
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| General | |
|---|---|
| Load Capacity | 13.2 lb (6 kg) |
| Head Attachment Fitting | 1/4"-20 & 3/8"-16 |
| Maximum Height | 62" (157.5 cm) |
| Maximum Height w/o Column Extended | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Minimum Height | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Folded Length | 19.9" (50.6 cm) |
| Weight | 3.9 lb (1.8 kg) |
| Legs | |
|---|---|
| Material | Aluminum |
| Leg Stages/Sections | 3/4 |
| Leg Lock Type | Flip lock |
| Independent Leg Spread | Yes, with 3 stops |
| Spiked/Retractable Feet | Yes/no (removable: screw thread 3/8) |
| Center Brace | No |
| Center Column | |
|---|---|
| Center Column Type | Rapid; disengages from chassis and pivots 180° vertically and swivels 360° |
| Center Column Sections | 1 |
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REVIEWS
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Pros
- Carrying case
- Foam Grip
- Folds Small
- Good Stability
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Eye-level Shooting
- Home
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro photography
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Wildlife
Comments about Benro Versatile A1980F 4-Section Aluminum Tripod:
The Benro A1980F is what I would consider my first real tripod. That being said, I am extremely happy with it.
Compared to other tripods I've handled, it is very sturdy for its weight and everything about it handles smoothly. Coupled with a typical Manfrotto ball-head, the tripod weighs a little under 5 pounds which I found acceptable to carry around for extended amounts of time. The tripod extends to be really tall, much taller than any tripod I've ever used, and the first tripod that lets me shoot with the camera actually at or above my eye-level. At its highest point, the tripod remains stable which is something my previous tripods could not vouch for. The ability for the center column to pivot at unusual angles is utterly fantastic and I can't really imagine buying a tripod lacking this feature. This feature, coupled with the ability for the legs to fold outwards almost parallel with the ground, make it possible to hold your camera firmly at almost an position in space relative to the center of your tripod. This is truly awesome. Other things I love are the flip-locks for the legs and the foam grip on the one leg for carrying. The tripod also comes with a lot, including a nice carrying bag, tools for adjusting aspects of the tripod, spiked feed, and a shoulder strap.
If I had to complain about anything on the tripod, it would be the latches used to tighten the movement of the center column. I found that I would tighten them and later get some movement because they were not tightened enough. If you are used to the small turns of a ball-head, the turning required to lock them will be sort of jarring. Although, this is something you get used to after using the tripod a few times.
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Ball Heads
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- Original: $60.00
- Save: $16.00
- Price: $44.00
Pan/Tilt Heads
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- Original: $77.00
- Save: $20.00
- Price: $57.00
Dollies
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- Original: $41.95
- Save: $4.19
- Price: $37.76
General Tripod Accessories
- Price: $89.99
What's in the Box
- Deluxe Carry Case
- Strap
- Spike Feet
- Tools
- 1 Year Limited Warranty
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