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Customers most agreed on the following attributes:
from Boston on 10/30/2007
This is a great little tripod. I purchased this for my world travels. I needed something lightweight, compact, but stable enough for my SLR and tele lenses. Its weight capacity of 5.5lbs is enough for my uses.
Overall I was very pleased after having used this in a few different countries. I was able to keep it slung on my shoulder with my camera bag and didn't feel weighed down.
It sets up and breaks down very fast, setting up my shot took longer.
It was very stable. I can't speak to how tough it is and it's longevity yet, but it feels like it will last for a while.
from West Chester PA on 10/26/2007
The Digi 718SHB is certainly a nice tripod. It's small and you can take it anywhere. The thing that makes me very unhappy about it is the quality of the twist locks. The plastic they are made of becomes brittle under freezing temperatures. During a trip to the Grand Canyon 3 locks broke because of the relatively cold weather (-5C/23F). I had to mend them with scotch tape. It's very upsetting as I thought a Manfrotto tripod would last me forever.
from San Diego, CA on 10/2/2007
This not only fits into my suitcase, but is efficient to use and very stable. I would reccomend this for any enthusiast travelling and needing a tripod.
from new york, ny on 9/26/2007
This is a very nice tripod, easy to carry and set-up with a versatile head that moves into position smoothly for all occasions. Bolt holding camera in position has loosened a tad, need to keep this tightened, probably on a monthly or so basis, but has caused no major interference. It's weight and easy mobility made it a very likeable companion on my recent travels. Will travel with it again. Very nice for night shots off the roof of my building. Holds camera securely in place.
from iowa on 7/10/2007
Light, easy to carry, loads a D200 with a 400mm telephoto without problem.
from Naperville, IL on 5/8/2007
Setup is quick and easy...very portable
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from Ventura, CA on 11/3/2006
I was looking for something light and compact to carry while traveling to other countries or while riding a motorcycle. I thought that I would have to pay for carbon fiber. I was even willing to sacrifice some stability for small size. I didn't have to. It fits perfectly on my compact Tamrac Expedition 3. It is all that I wanted.