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Rating 3.9 out of 5 stars with 1520 reviews

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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 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice stand

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

    Extends pretty long holds the small camera stand pretty good on carpet

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

    Helpful!

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

    I like the versatility of the product, so helpful!

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

    Great value!

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

    I bought it for a recent trip. As soon as I opened it up at home, my son said, "Thanks" as if I bought it for him. He said he was going to steal it from me. He loved the compact size. It works great and doesn't take up a lot of space.

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

    Perfect Angle

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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 tripod allows me to angle my tablet when cooking so my friends can see exactly what I’m doing.

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

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Not very sturdy

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

    This is not a very sturdy tripod. It tends to tip easily. I do not recommend using wothout holding and think twice before using with a nice camera.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Just what my Daughter wanted!

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

    My budding photographer of a daughter asked for table top tripod that would be extendable for her birthday. We purchased this model and it has exceeded her expectations. It has work out great.

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

    Great tripod for the price

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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 sturdy when stretched and compact when it’s closed up. It fits great in my camera bag to bring to places

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Useful but poor quality

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It works as a tripod but the legs are not great quality when extending. returned the first one for a leg with issues. Second one failed after second use.

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

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Didn't appear sturdy enough.

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

    The legs didn't stay in place when extended. It's possible that it was just the one I purchased. Decided on another brand.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Lightweight, compact

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

    Ok for the price. A lens of any length will cause it to tip over. But for packability and casual vacation use, works for me.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Lightweight - not sturdy enough

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

    This tripod was simply too small for my full size camera. I should have known better, but was looking for something lightweight to carry. I have returned it.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Tripod- Versitile

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this to hold my iPad Pro to film games for submission and analysis. Very sturdy and adaptable legs for uneven or multi level surfaces to ensure an even film screen.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Cheap Feel

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

    Was prefect for what I really wanted it for, but only concern was that it was built really cheap and felt very easy to break. Recommend for a beginner and a person on a budget!

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

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Flimsy tripod

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

    I got this tripod as part of a bundle package with my camera. The legs of the tripod are pretty flimsy. I don't expect it will hold up very long with extended use.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Product

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

    Does what its meant to. Holds camera in place and we love the long legs

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Compact tripod

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

    This stand is ok. It's flexible enough to put anywhere. The legs are firm enough but the padding feet is a bit flimsy. The support grip is not strong enough for my tastes otherwise it's an ok stand.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Good for the price

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

    I had to buy this bc I left my other at home and I was out of town. It worked fine in a bind and was easy to set up. Would recommend if you need a less expensive tripod.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Not for me

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

    Although this was a good sturdy tripod, it wasn't for me. To extend or retract the legs you need to push tiny buttons. And I mean tiny. I had difficulty with them. I prefer a fliplock style.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Tripod for camera

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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 love the color and suppose camera ….

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

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Free Gift-you get what you “pay” for

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

    I had this less than 1 month and one of the knobs is already broken. Very hard to adjust. I found myself adjusting the height then turning and moving the whole tripod for horizontal placement. But then the knob broke and I had to prop the camera with whatever was near for vertical placement. I threw it away. Find one with a ball...way easier to adjust.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend