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Rating 3.9 out of 5 stars with 1519 reviews

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    Rating 3.9 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 3.7 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.1 out of 5 stars

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80%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers regard the PlatinumPlus 4200XL 42" Tripod as easy to use, of good quality, and a great size for transporting, while also being sturdy and lightweight. However, some customers have expressed concerns regarding its stability and the unusual locking mechanism.

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  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Decent Mini Stand

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

    This is the first stand I've bought for a camera, its mostly used for close up shots ,macro images on a table or with a light box, or also just to hold the camera for Youtube videos. I don't have to extend the legs that often because of that , but when I do need them extended, its the getting them to retract part, that seems to be a pain fairly often. The stand holds the camera well though, no wobbling or tilting out of place. It does what its suppose to do overall. Since I didn't really need a full height tripod this suited me the best, as I pretty much get both, a tabletop size and a tall tripod for the occasions I need a tall one.The price is good for the versatility you get out of it.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good stand in a pinch

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

    Good basic stand for your camera. Not expensive and very compact which was key for me buying this one. I wanted to be able to put it in my backpack and not be heavy or bulky to carry.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good mid-sized tripod

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

    This is a great tripod if you are looking for something for travel or have little room. Small but still has 3 legs for stability. The legs adjust independently for use on uneven ground or surface.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very user friendly

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

    Very easy to use, sets up easily. I would recommend this to anyone needing a small tripod fro their camera. I use it at my desk for you tube video shoots.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great tripod for beginners

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

    I purchased this as my teenage daughters first tripod for her YouTube videos and school projects. It's perfect for her handheld camera!

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Not tall but sturdy & sturdy for mirrorless 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 hate lugging big tripods around. This is useful for a quick setup for landscape shots. Very well made and sturdy.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome!

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

    I love this! It's so easy to use and perfect size, I can make it big and small and it's easy to hide and doesn't take up so much space.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good backup tripod

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

    Used only once since purchased and had no problems to report. Because of its light weight, I am concerned about its stability while my DSLR camera is mounted making the package a but top heavy.

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Undecide

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

    The verdic is still out. Only tried to use once for a Holiday large group setting. Perhaps too rushed during the set-up? Didn’t expect to have to read instructions for what I thought was a ‘basic’ concept (we have 3 standard tri-pods, so know our way around the apparatus) but could not get all 3 legs to hold taunt. We had to resort to propping a phone instead. Hoping the next time, it will deliver.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Compact size, full size value!

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

    I purchased this for some video work I was doing at my son's lacrosse camp. I didn't want anything too bulky and wasn't planning to spend a ton. This doesn't have a lot of bells and whistles, but does a great job at what it's designed to do. I was able to get the angles I wanted, and easily follow the action with it. If you need something you can grab quickly, and don't want to spend a lot of money, I would highly recommend this tripod.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very good for travellers

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

    We love it because it makes us independent now. We take picture when we want where we want. It is handy and light. Easy to use. Recommended.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    GREAT TRIPOD, LIGHTWEIGHT AND COMPACT

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

    GREAT VALUE, GREAT TRIPOD, EASY TO USE AND GREAT BUILD.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Easy to set up and use.

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

    I set this tripod up with a mounted camera to monitor a fish tank while I was away. I was able to set up the height to directly display the tank. It worked very well

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Mini tripod

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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.

    I love its portability. It is small but strong and sturdy. Very good quality.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Seems Decent

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

    Haven't used it too much yet but at first glance it seems decent for the price. Certainly better options out there but so far this isn't a bad one.

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    portable trip pod

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

    Compact..yet doesn't hold camera well..camera tilts over so isn't straight for straight on recording

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good basic tripod

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

    Not the best, but it does a fine job with more intimate settings. It's a great choice for a entry level photographer

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    A great tripod

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

    Compact in size yet fully functioning tripod. I don't always need a tripod but when I do, I reach for my sunpak 4200xl... Unless I need a larger one, then I grab my larger one.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Worked good for big camera

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

    Used this on both a back country trip and beach trip. Worked really. I have a Nikon D5500 and it worked well and was light enough for the 25 mile backcountry hike.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent purchase

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

    I really enjoyed this. Very lightweight, well built and extends a lot. Can be used with situations from table top camera to floor stand

    I would recommend this to a friend