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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 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
  • 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
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    TERRIBLE. STAY AWAY.

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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 literally my first time ever reviewing anything and if I could give less than one star I would. Conceptually, this is a great idea. It’s light, compact, and inexpensive. I took it on a backpacking trip and it failed miserably. My first frustrations occurred when it was nearly impossible to get the legs to lock into their full extension. It wasn’t a heavy camera, just a mirror less camera and small lens—well within the recommended weight range. Then one literally the second day I used it, one of the tripod legs came off. Completely. For the rest of the trip I had to invent creative ways to use it as a bipod or rig the third leg to stay on, but then still has trouble keeping the extensions from collapsing. Be warned. Stay away!!!!!

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

    Nice and Compact

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

    Used this as a stand for my camera i converted to a webcam, works great.

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

    Rated 1 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 and broke easily I don’t recommend it

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

    Build quality is a little lacking

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

    The locking function on the telescoping legs really seems to deteriorate over time, which is unfortunate because at first it seemed like a nifty little tripod.

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

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    A little cheap

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

    This tripod is very economical, but the quality is sub par. It is unsteady and chinsy.

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

    Excellent product and versatile

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

    Very useful. Helps keep camera steady during photography. Also helpful when recording yourself during artwork, jewelry making or making you tube videos

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

    Tripod

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

    This served its purpose. Functions but I wished the legs locked better.

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

    great Tripod

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

    Bought for my 15 Year old daughter and she absolutely loves it

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

    Very handy to use.

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

    It works great, but is hard to store in camera bag or purse.

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

    Love it

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

    I use my phone to make YouTube videos and use this stand and it works great and I use it daily. Would 10 out of 10 recommend to anyone.

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

    Multiple settings

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

    Really like the adjustability of this tripod. Dog knocked it over and it withstood the fall, even with the camera attached (which also survived fine).

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

    Great 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 tripod makes it easy to take pictures without blur.

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

    ok, not great

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

    holds camera but struggles a bit with weight of the rebel t5 I have, and I will be getting a taller stand next..

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

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Decent

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

    Screw fell off for no reason & wont fit back on. Worked perfectly beforehand

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

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Unstable

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

    I bought this stand to mount a video camera for panning shots or just for stability. This stand is the epitome of you get what you pay for. Poor design, the stand is unable to support the weight of even the lightest camera, the swivel mount is not smooth which made panning near impossible. Not usable for my application.

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

    Simple and works

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

    This is a perfect addition to any camera especially for someone who doesn't have a steady hand.

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

    It is alrigh

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

    I prefer the legs to be firm and not easily moved when you adjust them.

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

    Don't get fooled by the picture

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

    It's so small and the quality is not that great, I don't recommend

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend