K&F CONCEPT 72"/184cm Camera Tripod, Lightweight and Compact Tripod with Ball Head, Travel Stand for DSLR with Phone Holder, Remote Control and Quick Release Plate*2, Load Capacity 10kg/22lbs

A little on the light side but with the hook on the bottom that's not an issue. Great build quality and doubles up as a monopod which is fast and easy to assemble

This product was sent to me for review, as part of Amazon Vine. The below is my own real-world experience of using it. I was particularly drawn to it, as I've never really owned anything beyond the most basic of tripods for my camera, and I especially liked the versatility that the K&F offered - being able to switch between a monopod and tripod is super handy for quickly being able to go out and get more stable shots in the field. The overall quality is excellent - it has a very sturdy aluminium body that holds up well, even if the tripod is slightly nudged. It has also been finished to a high standard, with no rough edges to be found. Each extendable section locks into place with a satisfying 'click' of the lever, and stays put, so no need to worry about any gear suddenly slipping down. The rubber feet have exceptional grip on any surface. For such a 'budget-minded' bit of kit, there are a host of features which will suit lots of different kinds of photography/videography. The spare release plate is particularly useful, should you have two cameras that you want to be able to swap out without too much fuss (the plates aren't 'quick-release', though). The tripod legs can be angled in so many ways that you could even photograph in the smallest of spaces. The ability to be able to detach one leg and use it as a monopod is great, however, slightly flawed - there is a detachable screw that sits between the main body and the leg, which could easily become lost. I feel it would have been better to have the screw fixed into the monopod leg, thus avoiding that scenario. Overall, it is a good value item that would be a nice addition to any budding creative person's toolkit (the included bag makes it so compact, too). Highly recommended.

The tripod / monopod is very well made and worth the money. But the manual consists of a sheet of paper with only one side in very much second language english. "The antiside?? "Whats that? So dismantling it to create the monopod was worrying in case the guarantee was invalidated. Removing rubber sleeves on the centre stem is not an intutive thing to do. Delivery was outstandingly good for our rural area and bridleway access. So a good product well made well delivered but spoilt by corner cutting on the instructions.

It's alright and does the job, looks premium however is overpriced. This probably works great with phones but I brought it for my sony a7ii and it's wobbly enough to make long exposures a risk and incredibly hard to stay on something because the ball joint will make the camera move downwards after tightening and letting go. For this price it would probably be best to get a motorised tripod head. When I mentioned it being wobbly, I mean it's wobbly at a small scale that would induce blur, not shoddy wobble that would make this unusable.

It’s not even steady while fully extended, charging with this price for an £10 quality tripod.

As normal K&F have made a solid well built product with everything a photographer needs and in all normal terms I would have rated this a 5* with no doubt. However they have found a way to make this cheaper to save on cost and that is that unlike their other tripods I've used and come to love the have made the mount on the top from plastic. Now on the outset this isn't a bad thing as it will reduce weight so great for walking and traveling but for some lenses I use I don't feel comfortable mounting them on a plastic mount and shoe as over time I feel like it is likely to get stress cracks and fail. Apart from that the ability to change the head to any standard fitting one is great as this does give you the option to change from the above negative point . You can easily make the tripod inverted with little to no issues just by swapping the pole out the middle. The carry bag is simple yet effective (Would be better if there was a way to attach it to a bag but not a deal breaker). So overall it's a great tripod made from durable materials but the mounting plate and plate let it down by being plastic rather than metal.

PROS -leg locks are solid (though are plastic) -versatile: removing a leg and using it as a monopod is quite simple (especially the additional of the centre column, to make the monopod extra tall) -includes a few useful accessories -folds small enough to attach comfortably to a camera bag -acceptable value (as long as you can come to terms with all the plastic in its construction) CONS -plastic quick release atop the ballhead? (and plastic plates). Not a great decision: far less robust than metal (won’t stand a lot of knocks), and can deform. This is the main reason I personally wouldn’t use this tripod (but others may not find this an issue). -somewhat heavy (as expected, as it’s solid metal) -a special bolt is required to create the tall monopod. This is just asking to get lost NOTES -I own a range of tripods, from Gitzo down to no-name, so I feel qualified to rate this K&F tripod. It’s a decent low-end beginner tripod, with a few useful features (esp monopod). But there are a few more compromises than I’d like to see (especially plastic clamp on the ballhead), likely in the name of reducing the weight and the price. MY STAR RATINGS: 1* substandard, mostly cons 2** barely acceptable, cons outweigh the pros 3*** meets the basic requirements, cons balance the pros 4**** good product, pros outweigh the cons 5***** exceptional, all (or almost all) pros

Arrives nicely packed, ideal if being given as a gift First impressions are a good looking well made tripod, I like a good Tripod, being using them since the camcorder days. The weight is good, just over 1.6 kgs, easy to handle and comes with a soft carry case. The head which I always think is the most important part is good, has a ball joint for movement which is smooth and easy to position. Comes with a few bits including a handy Phone grip, which allow you to position the phone on the tripod, there is also a bluetooth remote control to control phone etc Easy to extend, and when up it seems secure. The only negative is the ball joint is plastic, which is fine, but over time this will wear and may stress fracture I do like this, its light weight, moves well and does what you want it to, priced at under £80 its good value, you get a good tripod for the money.

Ligero y funcional

Very good tripod, sturdy and light, would sure recommend for starters in photography, it has all the tools for mobile phone and camera, and a good sturdy bag ,

Sturdy, very adaptive, well constructed, very impressed!

The K&F Concept Camera Tripod 72" offers excellent value for photographers and videographers seeking a sturdy, versatile tripod at an affordable price. Standing tall at 72 inches, it provides ample height for shooting in a variety of situations, from landscapes to portraits. The tripod is lightweight and easy to transport, but it doesn’t sacrifice stability, even with heavier DSLR cameras. The build quality is solid, with a well-engineered aluminum alloy frame that’s both durable and resistant to wear. Its quick-release plate makes it simple to mount and dismount the camera, and the 360-degree ball head allows for smooth panning and tilting, ideal for capturing dynamic shots. One standout feature is its adjustable legs, which offer good flexibility on uneven terrain. While it may not match the premium feel of higher-end tripods, for the price, the K&F Concept Tripod provides impressive performance, making it a solid choice for beginner to intermediate photographers.

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