The UltraPRO 643 Carbon Fiber Tripod with 3-Way Panhead from Sunpak is a lightweight and portable carbon fiber support that holds gear up to 21 lb via its QR plate. Its 3-way panhead and pan handle allow smooth and stable camera movement as well as precise control. At the turn of twist locks, it can be extended from 8.25 to 64" in length. A built-in bubble level aids in proper alignment.
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Likes: Three-section and three-position carbon fiber legs with lever locks, rubber/spike feet, magnesium body, 64-inch height, fairly short center column with hook, 21-pound load capacity, alternative short center column Dislikes: Defective head design and manufacturing (loose quick-release plate, on my second one I could pull the camera off), the pan lock on my first one jerked the head around, Sunpak does not honor its lifetime warranty (it sold the brand name in the United States to Alliance Brands which is not responsible for sales of items from Tocad America Inc., a division of Sunpak, now closed), two feet were loose on my first one, center column spins when unlocked Verdict: If nothing else is defective, replace the head for a great tripod and hope for the best long-term experience (my Sunpak TravelLite Pro is nine years old with no problem)
I bought this on discount and the head is just garbage. I wanted to use my spotting scope with this but the quick release does not sit flush and snug so any movement or touching of the scope causes it to move. I’m looking at buying another head now. Legs are great and function fine. But if I could do it over I’d buy something else.