67”/1.7m Aluminum Video Camera Tripod Transverse Center Column 26lbs/12KG Load Capacity Portable Monopod with 32mm Ball Head Quick Release Plate, for Travel and Work T255A4+BH-32L(Gray)
SKU: KF09.085V5
was undecided to choose between the K&F and the Manfrotto Before GT Pro which retails about 400$ Of course, the Manfrotto would win for sturdiness and durability but the K&F Concept is much more versatile. Finally, I decided to keep the K&F Concept because I do not use a tripod very often and I am not a professional photographer. This tripod is more than enough for the small light mirrorless camera I own. Both tripods have a joint that enables the central column to go horizontal so you can shoot off center or use the tripod for table or floor shots. But the K&F Concept goes further; you can reverse the column and put the camera under the tripod. And the central column is double; so you can double the height of this sturdy column. The only negative is the ball head that feels a bit cheap, especially the simili Arca Swiss quick release plate that can come off too easily (the safety is not sturdy enough). But I have another better quality ball head I could use. This is a travel tripod; it is relatively light, comes with a nice travel bag; but don't expect to hold a big camera very steady. It should be used with small point and shoot, sport cameras and mirrorless cameras. I own a small Manfrotto video head (700RC2) and it works quite well with the K&F Concept providing you add some weight under using the clip on the central column. Finally, one of the legs detach to make a pretty decent monopod or walking stick :). All in all I am quite happy with the K&F Concept.
10/03/2023
This K&F Concept DSLR Tripod is best tripod for macro photography in my opinion as well as for other photography. Let’s start at the top with ball head – I feel like the ball/socket diameter is larger than some other tripods, meaning more stability and strength when your camera is locked in place at an angle. Providing the best rotated 360 degreesThe pan and tilt motion are controlled via rubber-gripped knobs, which when twisted release the lock mechanism so you can rotate the camera in whatever direction you choose. Loosening one of the side knobs on the K&F Concept slightly allows you to maintain some resistance in the panning motion, ideal for precise panoramic shots or panoramas. A non-oil dampening mechanism helps keep the movement silky smooth.The centre column of the K&F Concept DSLR Tripod deserves special mention for its ability to be inverted 180°, allowing you to suspend your camera for close up macro photography The three aluminum tripod legs allow the tripod to extend to 60.62, with the center column extending completely to a maximum height as well. With an overall weight with ball head of only 3.63lbs, this lightweight tripod is ideal for travel. 5 sections leg can adjust the height with the twist-leg-locks, ideal for one-handed operation.
08/03/2023
I got this for overhead shots on my Sony ZV1 and it worked great! If I could improve upon it, however, I would have made the horizontal pole longer. When the tripod is in place next to a stove, more reach would be nice as the tripod really limits how close you can get.
08/03/2023
Haven't used it yet but the product looks to be of good quality. The only problem I have is the instructions are badly translated Hard to understand what "Do not away form the people when use in the public areas" Luckily I can use my head to figure out just what is meant
07/03/2023
Très polyvalent, léger mais robuste. Sa taille courte et son poids léger permettent de l'apporter pour des longues sorties
05/03/2023
This is a very nicely engineered tripod, despite an issue with the locking nut and insert, which customer service was very efficient at sorting out. Bring as pleased as I was I bought a further 2. Top marks all round.
02/03/2023
Appreciated that even with international shipping disruptions, the tripod was delivered before the estimated date of delivery at a reasonable cost.It's a good, solid budget tripod that will allow me to easily do tp down shots of my workspace using a lightweight camea such as the Sony ZV-1/ZV-E10 combo or with sensible lens combo, the Canon SL2/SL3 at a pinch. The horizonal arm length could be another 6-12"/15-30cm longer ideally and a counterbalance weight option would be nice. But at the price it's an excellent starting point.Brreakdown and transport is a breeze, this tripod is extremely compact and while it's not CF, it is easily protable especially with the included carry bag.I will be using this primarily for indoor video and photography so it's more than sturdy enough for the lightweight cameras and lenses I use. Recommended
24/02/2023
I had recently purchased a small Manfrotto tripod but it was too light and moved around when trying to take long exposures so I needed something sturdier. The TM2515T was recommended to me by a friend and with the all metal construction I figured it would be a better choice. It comfortably holds up my Sony A7Rii along with the battery grip.The bag that the tripod comes in is very nice and protective, it also comes with a smaller soft pouch to protect the tripod head. The tripod itself is very sturdy and has simple, easy to use locking mechanisms that hold the head in place right where I need it to be. The legs can extend to a crazy height and even then it is extremely sturdy and it includes a hook on the bottom to attach weights to weigh it down for windy situations. The tripod also folds down tio be very compact which makes it easy to bring with me on trips.There are two separate ball joints that lock in place using twist knobs and two seperate swivel joints that can also be locked into place. This allows for a ton of movement so you can put the camera right where it needs to be. The swivel joints turn extremely smoothly and I figure that people who do video can use that to their advantage.What I love the most about this tripod is the detachable tripod leg which you can combine with the head to use as a monopod. I do a lot of motorsports photography and this feature is super handy when using it to capture subjects in motion. Overall I love the tripod and I don't see myself switching to anything else for a long time due to the versatility and stability that this provides.
21/02/2023
It is very sturdy and light weight and holds a heavy camera with large zoom lens no problem.
15/02/2023