BARBARA F : Is the Quick Release strong?BRUCE M : Yes, the release is fine. I use a full size dslr, no problem. The tripod is quite nice for hiking where size and weight are of the essence.KAREN H : That's negotiable. I've never had a problem, however, it's plastic construction wouldn't be something to trust absolutely.HERBERT C : It's plenty strong for my purposes. I use a Nikon D7100 with a medium telephoto, and certainly no issue there. If you were to use a super long telephoto, or a small telescope,or any combination more than perhaps 5 pounds, then maybe you'd want something a bit more beefy. But then, you'd probably want a stouter tripod as well. So yes, it's plenty strong for its intended use, IMO.PAUL R : I have had no problems with the quick release.I use it with
a canon rebel xti with a tamron 18-270 lens thats rather heavy, no trouble!!TERRY D P : Oops sorry. Thinking about more recent purchase. This is ok for smaller cameras. Does not have secondary lock. Idsay best for point and shoot size.TERRY D P : Yes, it works well and has a locking buttonCESAR J : Yes it's really strong, it's great for easily removal for handheld and then if you want to put on the tripod. I haven't had problems with the quick release
Shopper : is this compatable with the Cannon t3i...?LUCAS L : Yes, it is. Thread size is the standard 1/4-20 (1/4" diameter, 20 threads per inch) that comes in most tripods. So you'll be able to mount your Canon t3i normally onto this tripod.PAUL R : I would expect it to be compatible-- I use mine with an XTI with Tamron
18-270mm lens (about 3 pounds total).Its been great as I travel and in fact
is the second I have had .I ordered this one this year as a replacement for the one lost to Italian airport security in 2010 during an alert.Taken from my carry on as "A WEAPON". Hint :Pack it in your bag its a light and compact piece.Get a carry bag too its worth it
PFRBRUCE M : Don't know the Cannon t3i or whatever. This tripod I use for hiking. It is quite compact and light, yet serves the purpose for my full size dslr. A mite frail, but weighted becomes stable and no problems.MOHANA E : YesHERBERT C : Yes. It is compatible with any camera that has a standard 1/4 x 20 screw mount, including the T3i
Shopper : will it hold canon t3 1100d? and should i get a manfrotto 3way pan head for it?JOSIE H : I have a nikon d7000-17-55 its ok for a travling tripo,but not real stable,I would not use everyday the one I use everyday is a 190 manfrottoBRUCE M : Hi- I use a Pentax k5 which is a full size dslr. The tripod is a bit light, but generally works great. If you need additional stability, hang your equipment bag or whatever you have with you from the hook at bottom of center column. I use a pan head such as you describe, which is perfect for my use. I would say this tripod is an excellent value if you are looking for something light ie backpacking or the like. I use a heavier one for general use.NICK M : It will definitely hold a Canon T3 without any problems. I don't believe that you can change the head on this tripod. The ball head that it comes with works really well.
