I needed a cheap, light(ish) tripod for a sudden trip as there was a fair amount of walking involved and this seemed to fit the bill nicely.
The head is smooth to pan, easy to adjust and locks tightly with no issues. The plate mount is arca-Swiss compatible so had no issues swapping plates on all my gear which was a bonus.
The legs are quick to deploy and lock up very securely. They’re relatively sturdy for the small cross section.
Some reviews mention that the tripod isn’t very stable and with the centre tube fully extended with a heavy lens/camera I can confirm that there is a definite (although relatively small) amount of wobble. However with smaller MFT gear I had little issues, especially when the tube is dropped lower. Using a guy rope and pegging the tripod down via the sprung hook kept the tripod rock steady in high wind on the side of a very exposed mountain slope.
I’ve not had time to use the tripod for an extended period so I can’t attest to its long term durability but I’m fairly confident it’ll stand up to some reasonable abuse, no doubt time will tell.
Is it as good as my Manfrotto? Of course not, but it’s less than 1/5th the price and 1/3rd of the weight, I’d buy another again should this one ever get stolen.
The head is smooth to pan, easy to adjust and locks tightly with no issues. The plate mount is arca-Swiss compatible so had no issues swapping plates on all my gear which was a bonus.
The legs are quick to deploy and lock up very securely. They’re relatively sturdy for the small cross section.
Some reviews mention that the tripod isn’t very stable and with the centre tube fully extended with a heavy lens/camera I can confirm that there is a definite (although relatively small) amount of wobble. However with smaller MFT gear I had little issues, especially when the tube is dropped lower. Using a guy rope and pegging the tripod down via the sprung hook kept the tripod rock steady in high wind on the side of a very exposed mountain slope.
I’ve not had time to use the tripod for an extended period so I can’t attest to its long term durability but I’m fairly confident it’ll stand up to some reasonable abuse, no doubt time will tell.
Is it as good as my Manfrotto? Of course not, but it’s less than 1/5th the price and 1/3rd of the weight, I’d buy another again should this one ever get stolen.
02/07/2024
Short of buying into ultra professional equipment, which is a little like overkill, this unit does everything tripod related, and if you buy the complete version, accessories include a small spirit level, so no more wonky horizons or unwanted converging verticals. Might as well get the best shots you can to start with rather than missing around with un-square images in photo software after. Mostly aluminium except for some plastic release catches and rubber feet, so won't get loose and rickety too quickly, like those cheap generic badged tripods. Also comes in a cute carry bag, with adjustable straps. Couldn't fault any of it.
01/07/2024
I had to upgrade tripod because of heavy lens just purchased tamron 150 600 and I'm impressed. Its plenty tall and the ball head is nice.had a worry from other reviews that it's hard to tighten to stabilize the weight but I have no issues at all.for the price it works well and no issues at all. I've had it for a few weeks now and was disappointed how the legs would slide on hard surfaces, after trying to remove the metal points on leg bottoms I discovered turning the rubber feet all the way out will conceal the metal points.if outdoors in grass or dirt just screw the rubber back out to expose the points ,now I'm happy again.
29/06/2024
K&F Concept Camera Tripod K234A7 + BH-28L + Extension Arm Kits I uploaded only 1 of the 2 videos and I preferred the second where I explain how and where to insert the various pieces since the manufacturer attaches a lean manual as shown in the photo. assemble the parts by looking at the various presentation photos, it would be 4 stars for this particular but the tripod is worth the 5 stars. The short rod supplied is 30 cm long while the closed stand reaches 50 cm. How I use the tripod is very simple to use and other measures and opinions on how well it works can be found in the various reviews, I just say that I use it with Tamron 150/600 G2 on Nikon D7200 and Celestron Ultima 80 spotting scope both on head ball supplied and on Gimbal to replace it but only on smooth tripod without the extension rod that I have not tried. Relatively light weight excellent transport bag with reflective insert and shoulder strap with padded shoulder strap. Head equipped with attachment for anything and is of the Arca-Swiss compatible type.
26/06/2024
I have had several tripods in my life time, but none quiet like the K&F Concepts 78 inch tripod with the 360 Degree Ball Head. After reading the enclosed paperwork (1 small sheet of paper) I went onto YouTube and watched some vids on the tripod. Even the Ken Franks website was very informative also.
So far I have not found any "cons" on the tripod. I have taken photos in every position you can imagine, I even tried the "hanging the camera" upside down and got some great close ups of ants, bugs, spiders and yes even grass.
Living in the South at this particular time outdoor shooting is based on the weather. I cant wait to get out and do some landscapes and see the results.
If you are looking for a tripod for you camera that is of outstanding quality without breaking the bank, I highly recommend this tripod. I got the 78 inch version due to being 6 foot 3 inches.
Ken does have other styles and heights. Check them out. You won't go wrong!
So far I have not found any "cons" on the tripod. I have taken photos in every position you can imagine, I even tried the "hanging the camera" upside down and got some great close ups of ants, bugs, spiders and yes even grass.
Living in the South at this particular time outdoor shooting is based on the weather. I cant wait to get out and do some landscapes and see the results.
If you are looking for a tripod for you camera that is of outstanding quality without breaking the bank, I highly recommend this tripod. I got the 78 inch version due to being 6 foot 3 inches.
Ken does have other styles and heights. Check them out. You won't go wrong!
25/06/2024
This tripod impressed us for its lightness, really really light, it is ideal for anyone who plans a lot of trips and wants to take this tripod everywhere, its super compact size makes it the best friend of bags, backpacks and hand luggage. Excellent folding handle that allows a comfortable grip for short trips without having to store the tripod and thus having it always ready for use and without always fighting with the legs to find a comfortable grip. This tripod makes readiness for use one of its main features, in fact the clip release of the legs, which we prefer over the screw ones, makes it very quick to prepare, from closed and stored in the backpack to completely open with the machine in position in less than 30 seconds, you'll never miss a moment again.
23/06/2024
It was a present for my husband he was very pleased with it look sturdy and he can't wait to use it
15/06/2024
This 64" aluminum travel tripod is the perfect tool for any vlogger on the go. It's compact, easy to carry, and offers reliable stability for my camera. A game-changer for capturing stunning vlogs while traveling.
15/01/2024