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SmallRig CT210 Video Tripod with Fluid Head and Reversible Center Column

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SmallRig CT210 Video Tripod with Fluid Head and Reversible Center Column
Key Features
  • Aluminum Alloy Tripod with Fluid Head
  • 13.2 lb Load Capacity, Weighs 5.6 lb
  • 11.4 to 75.6" Height Range, 24" Folded
  • Reversible Legs and Center Column
Designed for travel videography, the CT210 Video Tripod with Fluid Head from SmallRig features a detachable leg for monopod applications, a snap-on quick release plate for easy mounting, and a reversible center column for low-angle shots. With its durable and lightweight aluminum alloy build, the CT210 supports up to 13.2 lb at a weight of only 5.6 lb. The reverse-folding legs allow the tripod to measure only 24" when folded for easy transport in the included carrying bag, belying its versatility and performance with an adjustable height range of 11.4 to 75.6".
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SmallRig CT210 Overview

Designed for travel videography, the CT210 Video Tripod with Fluid Head from SmallRig features a detachable leg for monopod applications, a snap-on quick release plate for easy mounting, and a reversible center column for low-angle shots. With its durable and lightweight aluminum alloy build, the CT210 supports up to 13.2 lb at a weight of only 5.6 lb. The reverse-folding legs allow the tripod to measure only 24" when folded for easy transport in the included carrying bag, belying its versatility and performance with an adjustable height range of 11.4 to 75.6".

Fluid Head
The CT210 features a fluid damping system that is preset to counterbalance 6.6 lb of weight but can support up to 13.2 lb if needed, ideal for compact to medium-sized cameras and rigs. Included is a Manfrotto-style 501PL snap-on quick release plate with 1/4”-20 and 3/8”-16 camera screws and a locating pin. The quick release plate is compatible with the DJI RS 2, RS 3, and RS 3 Pro gimbals for quick changes between locked and moving shots. The fluid head can pan 360° and tilt +90°/-65°, and the 60mm half ball facilitates fast leveling using the bubble level. Other features include an additional 1/4”-20 accessory thread and a 13.8” fixed pan bar that can be attached to either side.
Legs and Center Column
The tripod features four-section legs with rubber and spiked feet with three angles of adjustment: 23, 55, and 80°. The legs support up to 33 lb of weight and feature flip locks for quick height changes. The adjustable center column is reversible for low-angle shots, and a detachable leg can be mounted to the fluid head for monopod applications with a height range of 23.6 to 78.7". With the center column down, the tripod has a height range of 11.4 to 61". Along with the fluid head and quick release plate, the CT210 comes with a smartphone holder, carrying bag, weight bag, and an Allen key.

SmallRig CT210 Specs

Key Specs
Camera Mounting
1/4"-20 & 3/8"-16 Screws with Locating Pin (Quick Release Plate: 501PL)
Head Type
Fluid Head
Drag Control
Yes
Primary Material
Aluminum
Load Capacity
6.6 lb / 3 kg
Maximum Working Height
75.6" / 192 cm
Minimum Working Height
11.4" / 29 cm
Closed Length
24" / 61.0 cm
Weight
5.58 lb / 2.53 kg
Head
Camera Mounting
1/4"-20 & 3/8"-16 Screws with Locating Pin (Quick Release Plate: 501PL)
Head Type
Fluid Head
Base Mount
60 mm Half Ball
Counter Balance
Continuous (6.61 to 13.23 lb / 3 to 6 kg)
Dimensions
Base Diameter: 2.4" / 60.00 mm
Pan & Tilt
Drag Control
Yes
Independent Pan Lock
Yes
Independent Tilt Lock
Yes
Vertical Tilt
+90° to -65°
Lateral Tilt
No
Legs
Primary Material
Aluminum
Leg Lock
Flip Lock
Leg Sections
4
Independent Leg Spread
No
Leg Positions
3 Positions
Foot Features
Spiked
General
Load Capacity
6.6 lb / 3 kg
Maximum Working Height
75.6" / 192 cm
Center Column
Yes: Leveling, Removable, Reversible
Max Height with Center Column Down
61.0" / 155 cm
Minimum Working Height
11.4" / 29 cm
Closed Length
24" / 61.0 cm
Accessory Mounting
2x Pan Handle Fitting
1x 1/4"-20 Female Thread
Bubble Level
Yes
Detachable Monopod
Yes: Up to 78.7" / 200 cm Working Height
Spreader Support
No
Weight
5.58 lb / 2.53 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
8.03 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
26.5 x 6.8 x 6.4"

SmallRig CT210 Reviews

I love this Tripod! | Light, Sturdy, Quick Assembly

By John
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-02-07

I really enjoy this tripod, this is exactly what I was looking for. I've used many tripods and this one is my favorite, I sold all my old tripods and upgraded to these. I now own four of these tripods. It comes in a nice case and is small enough for transporting but strong enough to hold every camera setup I've put on it. The fluid head is smooth and works well. I frequently get compliments from other Videographers who work with me about my tripods. I use these tripods for weddings, concerts, conferences and interviews. These are some of the features I love most about this tripod. 1) The quick release plate works amazing and just clips in and out but also has the knob as a safety to tighten and loosen. No need to spend time lining up the plate and trying to slide it on a certain way. It just snaps in and out with the push of a button. 2) One of the legs converts into a monopod and allows me to put the fluid head on the monopod. 3) The center pole is easily removable allowing the legs to spread out flat along the ground to get sturdy creative low angle shots. 4) The fluid head sits on a ball design allowing me to get perfect quick leveling without having to adjust or play with the legs. 5) super sturdy and compact, easily folds up and goes in a nice rugged soft case that came with the tripod. Everybody's needs are different, but this one is a great all around tripod that checks all the boxes for me.

I hate the sliding plate

By Chris
Rated 2 out of 5
Date: 2025-10-21

Overall the tripod seems like great value. It is tall enough for me to shoot eye-level (I'm 6'2 and stand in front of the camera when shooting on tripod) and has nice features like convert-to-monopod, clamp locks on legs (twist locks on legs are a terrible design) and nice fluid head. So why two stars? I cannot abide by anyone who sells a sliding plate as a quick-release plate -- there is nothing quick about it. I guess I'm spoiled by the old bogen-manfrotto hexagonal QR plate that is literally two moves to remove and one move to replace. This one requires you to unscrew a knob, NOT a lever. When you unscrew the knob, THEN you're supposed to press a button. Here's the problem: when you unscrew that knob the entire camera comes sliding off the back of the plate!!! You don't even ever need to use the stupid button. It does nothing. What I expect is, I don't use that knob, press button, pull camera off to do handheld, then, with one hand, snap the camera back on. The knob is for people with giant camera and enormous lenses, to 'balance' the camera .. but why is it connected to the QR plate use? Poor design. it makes me hate this tripod. I stopped shooting until I can find a better solution. I find it enormously frustrating to use for how I use a camera.

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Can I mount a 70-200mm f2.8 gm with a a7iii on it

Can I mount a 70-200mm f2.8 gm with a a7iii on it
Asked by: Shivneel
Yes, the SmallRig CT210 Video Tripod with Fluid Head and Reversible Center Column can support the Sony a7 III Mirrorless Camera (BH #SOA73) with a Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS Lens (BH #SO7020028GM) mounted to it. For balance sake, you may want to mount the lens to the tripod instead of the camera.
Answered by: Paige K
Date published: 2024-08-29

Would this tripod support a Nikon D500 connected ...

Would this tripod support a Nikon D500 connected to an AF-S Nikkor 200-500mm 1:5.6 E ED VR lens? Weight: 5# 1.2 oz + camera
Asked by: Janelle
Yes, the SmallRig CT210 Video Tripod with Fluid Head and Reversible Center Column will support the Nikon D500 DSLR Camera with the attached Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR Lens. Make sure to mount with the tripod foot on the lens for best support.
Answered by: Jonathan S
Date published: 2025-03-18
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