- Dual Purpose Video/Photo (Fluid/3-way)Head -The retractable camera positioning pin enables you to mount either a video
- Dual Purpose Video/Photo Quick Shoe -Attaches easily onto still, and video cameras. Just align the quick shoe along the length of the camera body
- Ultra-smooth Geared Center Column -Engnjeering plastic assures smooth and quiet rack and pinion gear movement of the center column.
- Oversize, Single Action, Speed Release Leg Locks -Easy, and quick to operate leg locks let you adjust the tripod height in seconds
- Easy To Gresp, Champagne Bronze Colour Legs -Exclusive anodised champagne bronze colour legs are also designed to feel comfortable in the hand.
Product Description
Light in weight, light in price, but heavy in value, the SLIK U series of economy tripods have proved to be so popular and successful that they have been knocked-off by many companies, but none have been able to match the quality and value performance of these versatile tripods.Every tripod in the series is less than 2 feet long when completely folded and weigh less than 3.5 lbs for easy traveling.The SLIK U series have many other features that the casual photographer and family videographer will come to love.PRODUCT FEATURES: Maximum height of 59 inches; 3-way smooth “Fluid effect” pan head smooth movement of a compact video camera; Geared center column for effortless fine height adjustments; Large quick release plate for fast, easy mounting and removal of the camera or video camera; Speed release leg locks for quick and simple set up and fold down; Retractable metal spikes within hard rubber padded feet for secure footing on any surface.
Amourdutigre @ 1:06 am
The U9000 is a well made tripod for what it is intended to be used for. I use it as a carry tripod, to use with modern light weight Canon digital and 35mm SLR cameras, and not too heavy or long lenses.
If you need something that will hold a 600mm f/2.1 lens or a 8X10 Horseman, then this is not the tripod to use. If however, you need something that can easily be carried in the field for more than a few hundered yards, this is the tripod to use as long as it is not overloaded.
It comes with a well made carry case. I modified my camera bag (Canon DG200) with sewn and riveted balistic nylon straps to attach the tripod case, so that all I have to do is put my backpack on, sling the camera bag over my shoulder, make sure the GPS is working and be off.
I highly recomend this unit to the beginning and experianced field photographer.
video academic @ 3:22 am
What a great buy! This is light, comes with its own carrying case, is very smooth and versatile in its movements. We have more expensive tripods that are not as nice.
Dull Tools @ 5:21 am
I like this tripod. The build quality is solid and the motion is smooth. The setup is quick and the unit is lightweight. I’ve used it with my camcorder and found the panning quite satisfactory. The carry case is nice and durable and has plenty of space for extras. I feel the construction is solid, a good value. Its great for a home user looking for a quality tripod.
P. Yu @ 6:32 am
This is my first tripod that I have owned and could not be happier. I’ve used my friend’s tripods and they do not compare to this one. So far all the tilts, swivels and panning are smooth and easy to adjust. I have only used it indoors and it is quite sturdy even when fully extended. At full extension, I have a good view of the screen on the camera/camcorder (I am 5′11″ or 180cm) without breaking my back. I have been using this with a 15.9oz (~450g or 1lbs) camera/camcorder with no issues. Everything locks in place nicely and the carry bag is great. I can fit my chargers inside with the tripod. It’s also nice and lightweight. I am very happy with this purchase and recommend this to any amateur photo/video enthusiast looking for a decent tripod. Hope this helps.
M. Ward @ 7:41 am
I picked this up as my higher end tripod got lost in a recent move. This one is sturdy, lightweight and easy to use. I have a DSLR, so I wanted to be sure that this would handle it, and it does, however you really have to tighten the screw A LOT (more than I remember having to do on my other tripod, which is the reason I gave it 4/5 stars) which makes me fearful that it’s going to get stripped out sometime. Once it’s on there more than securely, it won’t budge. I can tilt the camera to a vertical position and it doesn’t slip to view the ground. It holds nice and steady. I’ve used it for some HDR, and it’s really stable. I love that it comes with a carrying case, makes it easy to bring along w/out weighing you down. If you’re looking for something that’s inexpensive, but still good quality, this one won’t disappoint you.