I needed a compact, lightweight tripod that I could take with me to work that involved traveling by train or plane.

Right out of the box I could see that this tripod would give me a nice compact option for travel. It's lightweight (weighing just 1.13kg), folds up pretty small (46.5cm) and even comes with its own carry case (which my Manfrotto doesn't have). This tripod comes with a ball head - a different system for maneuvering the camera than I'm used to. I think I could always consider replacing the ball head on this tripod with a 3-way system for future use.

The build quality of the K&F Concept tripod is what I would call decent but not groundbreaking, but at this price point. You don't get carbon fiber or other premium materials, instead you get a magnesium-aluminum alloy and plastic frame. Fully extended a camera can be mounted at 156cm, which isn't the highest height at all, but I don't think a tripod marketed as compact is going to be among the tallest on the market. However, 156 cm is probably large enough for most situations. The center column of the tripod can be reversed for macro photography. Like all tripods I've ever used, the K&F Concept Tripod features a quick release plate system, which involves mounting a plate to the underside of your camera.

I liked how small and light the tripod is to take with me. I have to take a lot of gear on shoots, so it's always good to lighten the load a bit. However, due to the light weight, I wouldn't say that this tripod holds up well in windy outdoor conditions when shooting landscapes. It works well for my main uses and the carrying case is a very handy addition. For the price, it's certainly a decent option for a photographer who travels a lot.