Customers most agreed on the following attributes:
Pros:
Strong construction (50)
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Opens quickly (47)
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Lightweight (39)
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Compact (32)
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Durable (2)
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Good value (2)
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High quality (2)
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Lighter than my tripod (1)
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Modest weight (1)
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NO need to use head (1)
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Protects from wildlife (1)
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Saves my arms (1)
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Solid but lightweight (1)
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Stable (1)
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Sturdy W secure camera (1)
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Very sturdy (1)
Cons:
Heavy (2)
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A little long (1)
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Heavier than I thought (1)
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Heavy / bulky (1)
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Paint on tube wears quick (1)
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Weak clamps (1)
Best Uses:
Sports/action (28)
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Stabilization (21)
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Travel (21)
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Wildlife (20)
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Landscape/scenery (18)
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Sports photography (14)
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Portraits (11)
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Night shots (8)
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Home (5)
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Long exposures (5)
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Video (4)
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Weddings (4)
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Reducing noise (ISO reduction) (3)
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Candids (1)
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Defense agains coyotes (1)
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Great for nature shots (1)
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Hiking staff (1)
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Monopod (1)
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Scare mountain lions (1)
Reviewer Profile:
Photo enthusiast (26)
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Semi-pro photographer (11)
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Enthusiast (9)
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Pro photographer (5)
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Casual photographer (2)
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Casual user (1)
