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Brand: National Geographic
Located in: Tripods, Tripod Legs & Leg/Head Combos, Leg & Head Combo for Still & Video
National Geographic Tundra Tripod with Ball Head
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Avg. Customer Rating:
 
3.8 stars
(based on 11 reviews)
82% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Folds away(9), Lightweight(8), Stable(5), Unfolds quickly(4)
Best Uses:
Home(4), Landscape/scenery(5), Portraits(4), Travel(6)
Describe Yourself:
Photo enthusiast(5), Semi-pro photographer(3)
Was this a gift?:
No(6)
 
great product
By stephkVerified Purchaser from balto, md on 3/13/2011
Pros:
Folds Small, Lightweight
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about National Geographic National Geographic Tundra Tripod with Ball Head:

i was very surprise when i got this product. it is everything you need and more

 
Nice lightweight tripod
By AZCurtVerified Purchaser from Tucson, AZ on 3/6/2011
Pros:
Folds Small, Lightweight
Best Uses:
Home, Landscape/Scenery, Portraits, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Semi-pro Photographer
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about National Geographic National Geographic Tundra Tripod with Ball Head:

Very nice tripod for a lightweight, point-and-shoot camera. It's not substantial enough for an SLR/DSLR. Folds to only 17 inches but will extend to a full 6 feet tall. Made by Manfrotto so carries that good reputation. "Ball Head" is a bit misleading. While it has a ball head, it has no handle so aiming and locking the camera in position is a bit fiddly. Tripod is constructed so that the head can be mounted hanging down inside the tripods legs - great for shooting close-ups or using it as a copy stand.
If it had a handle on the head and if it were a bit more substantial, I'd give it 5 stars. However if this tripod fits your needs, as it does mine, I highly recommend it.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Works great for what I use it for
By RVVerified Purchaser from Porcupine Mountains Michigan on 3/6/2011
Pros:
Folds Small, Good Stability, Lightweight
Best Uses:
Home, Landscape/Scenery, Night Shots, Portraits, Sports/Action, Travel, Video, Weddings/Events, Wildlife
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about National Geographic National Geographic Tundra Tripod with Ball Head:

I use the tripod when I'm shooting pretty much anything or anywhere. It is lightweight. Very handy to have along!

 
Great tripod for the money.
By miracle manVerified Purchaser from Merrill, Wi. on 1/12/2011
Pros:
Folds Small, Good Stability, Lightweight, Unfolds Quickly
Best Uses:
Landscape/Scenery, Sports/Action, Wildlife
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about National Geographic National Geographic Tundra Tripod with Ball Head:

I really like it being light, and sturdy for a light tripod. Quick to set up and take down. Under windy conditions a weight could be helpful. Overall, a great tripod and decent quality for the price. But national geographic is a respectible and well known group.

 
good starter tripod
By SweetSalVerified Purchaser from Tahoe, NV on 1/12/2011
Pros:
Good price value, Good Stability, Unfolds Quickly
Best Uses:
Landscape/Scenery, Night Shots, Portraits, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Casual Photographer
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about National Geographic National Geographic Tundra Tripod with Ball Head:

one could find a lighter tripod, but this one will serve basic needs of the beginning photo enthusiast.

[10 of 10 customers found this review helpful]

 
Nice metal parts, TERRIBLE plastic parts
By JackoVerified Reviewer from Sydney Australia on 11/17/2010
Pros:
Folds Small, Lightweight
Cons:
Weak Construction
Best Uses:
Home
Describe Yourself:
Semi-pro Photographer
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about National Geographic National Geographic Tundra Tripod with Ball Head:

Nice light small tripod for small cameras but plastic bits fall apart even without hard use. If metal bits kept, very strong plastic used, would be a nice portable tripod.

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Not bad for the money
By BevVerified Purchaser from Michigan on 8/9/2010
Pros:
Folds Small, Lightweight
Best Uses:
Home, Landscape/Scenery, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Semi-pro Photographer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about National Geographic National Geographic Tundra Tripod with Ball Head:

Bought for my granddaughter (12) to use with new point and shoot digital. It's the right size and weight for her and does a good job for her. If you need something to handle a light point and shoot, you can't beat it for the price.
For my personal preference, I'll take my carbon fiber - but that cost 10 times as much.

 
Great tripod in small packge
By PhilVerified Purchaser from Burlington, Iowa on 8/9/2010
Pros:
Folds Small, Good Stability, Right price, Unfolds Quickly
Best Uses:
Portraits, Travel, Weddings/Events
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about National Geographic National Geographic Tundra Tripod with Ball Head:

Travel when space is at a premium, e.g. rail and air. Excellent for family group photos.

[5 of 6 customers found this review helpful]

 
Good for intended use
By HD DriverVerified Reviewer from Orange County, CA on 1/23/2010
Pros:
Folds Small, Lightweight, Unfolds Quickly
Best Uses:
Travel
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about National Geographic National Geographic Tundra Tripod with Ball Head:

I needed a decent tripod that would fit in my motorcycle saddlebags and this one is perfect. I use a high end point & shoot with this tripod so weight is no problem (I use a heavier one with my DSLR).

If you are thinking of using this tripod as I do, purchase an aftermarket case; the NG unit though very rugged and exceptional, makes the package to large to fit in motorcycle bags.

[19 of 28 customers found this review helpful]

 
SLRs Beware
By TylerVerified Reviewer from NM on 4/8/2009
Pros:
Gets low to the ground
Best Uses:
Point-N-Shoot camera
Describe Yourself:
Pro Photographer
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about National Geographic National Geographic Tundra Tripod with Ball Head:

I made the mistake of buying this tripod, I though it would be cool to have something that would get really close to the ground. This tripod is not stable enough for a heavy camera and fell over taking my camera to the ground. It was my own fault for thinking this thing could support my camera, so SLR owners, spend the money on a good tripod. I bought a Manfrotto head + pod and have never been happier.

[8 of 13 customers found this review helpful]

 
great tripod,light weight and compact .
By dustyjerseyVerified Purchaser from Harrington,Delaware on 2/12/2007
Pros:
Folds Small, Good Stability, Lightweight
Best Uses:
Long Exposures, Stabilization
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about National Geographic National Geographic Tundra Tripod with Ball Head:

This is a affordable ,lightweight and compact tripod,great for taking on vacation.

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