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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 344 reviews

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    Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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90%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are pleased with the 290 Tripod with Fluid Video Head's stability, lightweight design, and ease of use. Many appreciate the quality build and the smooth operation of the fluid head, which enhances adjustability. However, some users noted challenges with panning and the mounting plate, including missing components in some instances. Overall, the positive feedback on the tripod's key features outweighs the reported minor drawbacks.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Fluid head, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Lightweight and Sturdy

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    We needed a lightweight tripod to carry along in case we needed it. This has worked out well for us. Nice, fluid head for video panning. Very pleased with this purchase.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great, sturdy tripod

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a fantastic tripod, hands down. Light enough to carry around but not so light that you would worry about putting your $1000+ photography equipment on it. My only little gripe is the mechanism to camera base is a little weird between sliding, button release, and screw fastener it was a little confusing to figure out which way was front and back. I got it, but it took a few minutes of fiddling.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    BEST PORTABLE TRIPID

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    One of the best portable tripods I've ever purchased, literally purchased it 3 times now lol...don't asky why lol.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Stability

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great tripod

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This tripod is easy to use and very solid. The mount for the camera is very smooth and precise. One of the best tripods I have used.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Fluid head, Stability

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Tripod

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great Fluid head action, left to right & up & down all work very smoothly. Very content with this tripod.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Quality, Weight

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good tripod for Video Camera

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good tripod for small video camera. Light weight and easy for travellers. Well built. Got it on sale .

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Panning

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    An overall good tripod

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The tripod itself is pretty good quality. Panning it left and right is smooth, but panning the camera up and down is not easy. It doesn’t matter how tight or loose you make it, we have not been able to find that “sweet spot” to give us better control without the video looking jerky.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Stability

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    COMPACT AND STABLE

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    ITS COMPACT AND VERY STABLE IM SUPER HAPPY WITH IT !!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great use!

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Worked great and very user friendly. Quick release and plate for camera worked well with the multiple bodies we used on the project.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Stability, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Smooth

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This tripod is lite, smooth and sturdy. Panning left to right and up and down is seamless. Great product.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good compliment to the A7III Sony Camera!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am very satisfied with the quality of the Manfrotto - 290 Tripod. Super easy to use and relatively light.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent tripod with smooth action

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Lightweight, packs up quickly and into a small profile. Smooth action on panning, and can be very tall!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Stability

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sturdy and Versatile

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This tripod is sturdy and versatile. It's good for its price range.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good build quality

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    great build quality and made in Italy, Easy to use and figure out.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Fluid head

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great tripod for taking pictures

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Manfrotto 290 Tripod is a nice tripod. I like the fluid head for panning when shooting videos. The legs can be adjusted and locked easily. The tripod has a quick release plate to remove and mount the camera as needed. I did not like the minimum height as it was too long to carry in a 15.6 inch travel backpack. It is also was heavy for me at almost 4 lbs. and did include a travel bag.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Fluid head

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    THE BEST TRIPOD U CAN AFFORD

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This thing is a lil heavy but, wow, it works good. The legs and thier locks work like a dream, one handed and the head makes great buttery smooth video. Have a try at it. I highly recomend it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Fluid head

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Helped me out of a jam.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought this when I was out of town on a job and discovered I was one tripod short! Intended to return it the following week but it turned out to be such a great little tripod for events I decided to add it to my collection. It will be going with me from now on. Fluid head works very well for that price range and I like the way the locks work on the legs.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Stability

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great tripod

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Well worth the money. Easy to use and I would definitely buy again

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Stability

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best tripod on the market!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This tripod is strong, durable, and versatile for camera needs. I used this tripod for a live-streaming event and the smooth control this tripod provides allowed me to capture some really clean panning shots. 10/10 recommend!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Stability

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Tri pod

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    So easy to use and very stable. Fits our Nikon P900 perfectly.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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