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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

  • Quality

    Rating 3.7 out of 5 stars

  • Ease of Use

    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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  • Pros mentioned:
    Compact

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Just what I needed

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

    I needed a small tabletop tripod to take video while I watch the actual action and write notes. This is stable and compact. Very useful.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great tripod, easy to use.

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

    Great product. Easy to use and well thought out. Seems to be pretty sturdy so far. Worth the money.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy to use tripod

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

    I use this tripod for my iPad to video my sons football games. It is convenient for travel because it is small and fits in my pocketbook.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great tripod for desk camera!

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

    Works perfectly, easily adjustable, lightweight but sturdy

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Affordable and easy to use!

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

    Just like I mentioned in the title, affordable stand and so easy to use! I use it to film my makeup tutorial videos.

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

    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 for camming and perfect height adjustment for being a small tri pod

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good quality, nice price

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

    I found this tripod to be a nice compromise between more standard larger models and the tiny table tops. Quality was great for the price.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great For Beginners

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

    Sturdy and durable. Love that it’s small and portable.

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Ok.

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

    Decent tripod. A bit flimsy though. Would recommend following camera weight requirements.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product!

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

    I love this small tripod! It's easy to carry around with my small camcorder and easy to use. Good price too!

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Ok tripod

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

    Could be better. Have a hard time ensuring my Cannon s60 camera on this tripod. Doesn't feel steady.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent tripod

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

    I love it. Closed, it is a small tripod, but its size opened is very good. It is a very useful tripod.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Product

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

    This product was the wrong item for me and I did return it. The quality of the product is great just the size was to small for me

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Well made

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

    Item is sturdy and can be placed in many different situations.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect for travel

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

    This tripod is not heavy duty, but it's perfect for traveling and using your smartphone. You'll have to buy a smartphone holder.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Convenient tripod

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

    I'd never had a tripod before, and probably wouldn't have purchased one. This one came in a package with my camera, and I'm really glad I have it.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth it

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

    Bought this item for my mini projector and like it

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

    ok

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

    ok but the bigger one was lower priced so i return this one for the bigger one.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product

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

    works great and another great product at a great price. Muy son had enjoyed using it as he improves his photography skills

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    100% Satisfied With My Purchase

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

    I'm 100% Satisfied With My Purchase. This is really worth it.

    I would recommend this to a friend