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Rating 3.9 out of 5 stars with 1520 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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  • Cons mentioned:
    Stability

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    flimsy

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It was very flimsy for the price of the tri-pod. ended up returning.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Stability

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Its very fragile for the price I paid.

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

    Needs to be more durable for filming on it's own. Cannot leave on it;s own since it's not stable.

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

    It works as it should

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

    The first one didn't tighten, and luckily I tested it before the big event, and Best Buy very cheerfully replaced it with another one — which they carefully tested for me.

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

    Very nice camera stand 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.

    Very nice camera stand for the price but I am using it for bluetooth speakers and they work out just fine

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

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    its ok

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

    Its ok great when not extended to far ,but if you pull the legs out all the way it gets a little flimsy

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Feels very cheap......

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

    The quality is lacking on this tripod. It feels very cheaply made and thrown together. The tripod legs need to be twisted to be expanded and locked/unlocked, and feel like they aren't well made. The mechanism inside the legs does not work as intended. Also, if you have a heavy piece of equipment on this, i don't recommend it at all. This is more for a point and shoot, as opposed to a large camcorder or camera.

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

    Great tripod for light/medium use

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

    This tripod was very durable for the money paid. It gives the user many different angles to utilize and also for taking short videos. Overall, this is a great product.

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

    Ok for the money

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

    A bit of a challenge to adjust the height. Adjusting screws could be a challenge to someone with bigger fingers.

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

    I was somewhat disappointed

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

    I liked the compactness of this tripod. I was disappointed with how the legs easily retract and do not hold its position very well.

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

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Collapses to easily

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

    Great concept, but collapses too easily. Would be so much better if legs truly locked into place.

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

    customer

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

    was not strong enough to hold the camera I was expecting a better quality .

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

    Tripod for photos

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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 bought this because the one my family had was older and not as sturdy. This will be great with my new Nikon.

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

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Tilted Pictures

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

    The top part of the tripod where the camera is attached is not level, resulting in slanted pictures. It's a nice light tripod for easy transportation but what's the point of that if the flimsy plastic piece ( that the camera sits on top of) is not level with the ground. This tripod was returned to Best Buy shortly after it was purchased.

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

    Small but well. Built

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

    I use it seldomly now since I got a big perfect one, but it is a good tripod. It won't tilt upwards though.

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

    Came in handy

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

    I needed another compact tripod to help with video production and this item came in handy! Excellent price and durable

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

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Weak

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

    This product feels flimsy and unstable. Do not use on in semi windy situations lol.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Stability

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Hievi

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

    Its cheap meterials and it doesnt hold my camera. The legs aren't fasten up thats wyh it doesn't hold the camera.

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

    Great Item for the Price

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

    This tripod was the least expensive one available in my local store. Being on a budget, I purchased this item hoping it would meet my needs. Thankfully, it has been reliable and helpful in filming both material for my dance classes, and even detailed, up-close shots using it at minimum height. I am incredibly happy with my purchase.

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

    Great stand

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

    Perfect for travel very compact I use it quite a bit for my smaller light when live streaming

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

    Satisfied Customer

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great piece of equipment, very solid and reliable. I can highly recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend