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SLIK U8000 Tripod with 3-Way, Pan-and-Tilt Head

BH #SLU8000 • MFR #617-800
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SLIK U8000 Tripod with 3-Way, Pan-and-Tilt Head
Key Features
  • Load Capacity: 4.5 lb
  • Maximum Height: 59.0"
  • Minimum Height: 22.0"
  • Folded Length: 23.2"
This SLIK U8000 Tripod supports up to 4.5 lb, measures 23.2" when folded and includes a three-way, pan-and-tilt head. Its 3-section legs each feature flip locks for fast deployment, and can be positioned for a minimum height of 22.0" to a maximum height of 47.2", or 59.0" with its column fully raised. The column utilizes a geared movement for precise height adjustments and an integrated center brace allows the legs to be spread simultaneously as well as uniformly. The center brace helps to hold the legs in place, which include rubber feet to further enhance stability on a wide variety of surfaces.
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SLIK U8000 Tripod Overview

This SLIK U8000 Tripod supports up to 4.5 lb, measures 23.2" when folded and includes a three-way, pan-and-tilt head. Its 3-section legs each feature flip locks for fast deployment, and can be positioned for a minimum height of 22.0" to a maximum height of 47.2", or 59.0" with its column fully raised. The column utilizes a geared movement for precise height adjustments and an integrated center brace allows the legs to be spread simultaneously as well as uniformly. The center brace helps to hold the legs in place, which include rubber feet to further enhance stability on a wide variety of surfaces.

Cameras, sport optics, or camcorders that are compatible with a 1/4"-20 mount can be connected to the quick release plate, which is secured to the tripod's pan-and-tilt head using a cam lock. The head can be rotated 360°, and tilted 90° backwards or forwards, as well as sideways for portrait orientation. Both the 360° rotation as well as the 90° backward or forward tilt movements function simultaneously and can be set in place using the pan bar's integrated twist lock. When changing from a landscape to portrait orientation, the sideways tilt can be independently adjusted and secured.

Use and Handling
  • Supports up to 4.5 lb
  • Geared center column with rotating handle for precise positioning
  • Can be set for a minimum height of 22.0" to a maximum height of 47.2", or 59.0" with column fully raised
  • Legs each feature 3 sections, flip locks for fast deployment
  • Rubber feet for stability
  • Three-way, pan-and-tilt head can be rotated 360°, and tilted 90° backwards or forwards, as well as sideways for portrait orientation
  • Head rotation, as well as backwards-and-forwards-tilt movements function simultaneously
  • When changing from a landscape to portrait orientation, the sideways tilt can be independently adjusted and secured
  • Weighs 3.3 lb, measures 23.2" when folded
Construction Details
  • Aluminum-alloy legs and three-way, pan-and-tilt head
  • Quick release plate with 1/4"-20 mount with rubberized, anti-slip surface and anti-twist index pin
UPC: 036791178000

SLIK U8000 Tripod Specs

Key Specs
Camera Mounting
1/4"-20 Screw with Locating Pin (Quick Release Plate)
Head Type
Pan & Tilt Head
Drag Control
No
Primary Material
Aluminum
Load Capacity
4.5 lb / 2 kg
Maximum Working Height
59" / 149.9 cm
Minimum Working Height
22" / 55.9 cm
Closed Length
23.2" / 58.9 cm
Weight
3.3 lb / 1.5 kg
Head
Camera Mounting
1/4"-20 Screw with Locating Pin (Quick Release Plate)
Head Type
Pan & Tilt Head
Base Mount
None (Fixed Head)
Pan & Tilt
Drag Control
No
Independent Pan Lock
Yes
Independent Tilt Lock
Yes
Vertical Tilt
90°
Lateral Tilt
90°
Legs
Primary Material
Aluminum
Leg Lock
Flip Lock
Leg Sections
3
Independent Leg Spread
No
General
Load Capacity
4.5 lb / 2 kg
Maximum Working Height
59" / 149.9 cm
Center Column
Yes: Center Brace
Max Height without Center Column
48.0" / 121.9 cm
Minimum Working Height
22" / 55.9 cm
Closed Length
23.2" / 58.9 cm
Accessory Mounting
No
Bubble Level
No
Detachable Monopod
No
Weight
3.3 lb / 1.5 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
3.9 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
23.7 x 4.3 x 4.2"

SLIK U8000 Tripod Reviews

Not what it used to be

By Paul
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2026-05-16

I shoot a lot of photos. Real estate. I’ve used this tripod for the last 5 years. It lasts about a year. I replace it. Had no problem with that. However, the last 2 I’ve purchased fail almost immediately. The quick release lever is attached via a screw. The screw mount is quickly stripping, and subsequently failing. I can’t have my camera falling off the tripod. I will have to look for a different tripod that hopefully has the features I like in this tripod

Poor quality

By Mary Kay
Rated 2 out of 5
Date: 2026-04-14

I bought the U 8000 as a tripod for a lightweight panel holder for plein air painting. It is less than one year old. The first thing to break was the small gray spring loaded piece where you attach the matching device on the camera or in my case panel holder (where is significantly less than any camera). I came up with a makeshift fix for that as I was on a trip and otherwise it was unusable. Then two weeks ago (the tripod is now been in my possession for 10 months with in frequent use) , the two clamps on one of the tripod legs that allow you to extend the leg broke off in my hand. Crumbled might be a better description. To be clear, this tripod has been handled carefully. B&H only provides a 30 day warranty so when I called there was no assistance there except for being given the phone number to call the manufacturer. SLIK - which is a company called Kenko Tokina. Despite having a three-year warranty, I would be required to package up the tripod and the broken pieces and ship it.(At my expense) to California, so that their repair person could have a look at it to see if a. It could be fixed B. If it fell under the warranty or I would have to pay for it. For an item that has been used a dozen times over the past 10 months this seems quite unfair. I will not be purchasing SLIK products again. I was also very disappointed that B&H photo does not stand behind the products they sell for more than 30 days.

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Will this tripod accommodate the Canon 90D? Thank ...

Will this tripod accommodate the Canon 90D? Thank you!
Asked by: Teresa
The Slik U8000 Tripod is rated to support up to 4.4 pounds and most lens and Canon 90D combinations will be less than 4 pounds. However, length is a factor in tripod balance too. A longer 70-300 lens might not balance to well with this tripod. This Magnus would be a better option since it is rated to support up to 11 pounds: https://bhpho.to/2UHo8dr
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2020-11-19

I need a U8000 quick release plate and also the ...

I need a U8000 quick release plate and also the flat part underneath it with the SLIK logo. What is the part with the logo called?
Asked by: Photo
The quick release plate is part # 618731, you can click on link below to view; https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/73263-REG/Slik_618_731_Quick_Release_Shoe_for.html The bottom piece is part of the head and not replaceable.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2020-05-25

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I have broken the handle for the center column of Silk U 8000 tripod. Can I replace it?
Asked by: Anonymous
No idea of what it costs to replace it. Perhaps cheaper buy another new one?
Answered by: VASANTHA D.
Date published: 2018-08-28
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