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Shopper : Would this tripod combo be appropriate for a Vortex 20-60, 80mm spotting scope?SCOTT T : I use mine for that purpose. My spotting scope is a bit heavier and longer than yours, the tripod is fairly heavy and pretty sturdy and I like it for use with my spotting scope quite well.TIMOTHY D : This tripod is very sturdy. I have used it with my Sony a7riii camera with attached Sony 100-400mm lens and have not had any issues. The noted lens alone is the approximate weight of the scope listed. All in all at times I feel the tripod might be a bit of over kill for my setup but better safe then sorry.MICHAEL C : Yes, I'm using it with a Konus Konuspot 20-60x100 (7122B). Works great!JOHN M : This tripod + head should work fine for a spotting scope.
Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?CECIL Y : after carefully researching this tripod I like the versatility of the vanguard unitsCLAUDIO E : I like the versatility it has.VIJAYA K : Features and dealSANAULLAH H : online niceSanaullah H : It has all different angles and I like itTUAN N : for my cameraKOU-HU T : Great priceANTHONY M : great price!!ROB G : Needed a new tripod, well reviewed, on sale for half offDAVE A : excellent price!Jennifer G : It looks awesome!TIMOTHY D : Needed a second tripod and after careful research and reading the positive reviews for vanguard I decided to give it a try. I look forward to having positive results

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2021-11-22T08:08:58

Rated 5 out of 5

Good Tripod

I love this tripod, it's exactly what I was looking for, it has the pan/tilt that i needed without being a free ball head and it's stable and solid. I recommend this.

Noah K.

2021-01-19T13:00:21

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect balancing of Photogear as required

Superb support to camera and lens stability for great image capture

NITIN M.

2021-01-12T13:58:46

Rated 4 out of 5

Pretty nice tripod, strong and steady.

Very sturdy and easy to use. Pretty heavy but stable. I don’t like the panning break on mine. It may be defectively manufactured and does not hold the shaft from turning when set to fixed. Rather than returning the head I drilled and tapped a hole to accommodate a screw in shaft with a grip to make my own very secure break.

SCOTT T.

2020-09-07T08:23:42

Rated 4 out of 5

No cropping needed!

Works great! Images have improved. I don’t need to rotate or crop after post as much as before.

CLAUDIO E.

2020-08-17T08:33:23

Rated 4 out of 5

A really good "bargain" tripod & head

This is a really good "bargain" tripod & head, especially at the price I was able to purchase it for ($100). The head is very well made and easy to control. The tripod itself is not as sturdy as other tripods I own, but since I am using it primarily indoors and mounting an iPhone on the head, it works just fine. You would not want to mount a heavy video camera on this unit.

JOHN M.

2020-07-24T11:23:58

Rated 5 out of 5

Great tripod!

No complaints about the tripod, sturdy and very reliable. The thing is that I bought this one a week ago, and adorama decided to have on special price the 264ap for $100 less ????????.

CHRISTIAN B.

2019-05-19T12:27:21

Rated 5 out of 5

Quality product

Good quality and sturdy. A little heavy but that was to be expected when purchasing the aluminum model and the pan tilt head. After initial use I’m very happy with the product.

TIMOTHY D.

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Vanguard ALTA PRO 2 264AP Specifications

Legs
  • Leg Tube Diameter

    26 / 22.5 / 19 / 15.5 mm (1.02 / 0.89 / 0.75 / 0.61 ")

  • Material

    Aluminum

  • Closed Length

    60 cm (23.62")

  • Minimum Height

    52.3 cm (20.60")

  • Leg Sections

    4

  • Maximum Height

    163 cm (64.17)

  • Maximum Height (with Centre Column Down)

    129.5 cm (50.98")

  • Load Capacity

    5 kg (11.02 lbs)

  • Weight

    2.42 kg (5.34 lbs)

  • Quick Shoe

    QS-60 V2

  • Bubble Level On Head

    2

  • Swivel

    360 deg

  • Height

    5.12" (13.00cm)

  • UPC Code

    026196349396

1 Accessories for Vanguard ALTA PRO 2 264AP 4-Section Aluminum Tripod with ALTA PH-32 3-Way Fluid Pan Head, 11 Lbs Capacity, 64" Extended Height, Gray

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About Vanguard ALTA PRO 2 264AP

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Good Tripod

By Noah K.

I love this tripod, it's exactly what I was looking for, it has the pan/tilt that i needed without being a free ball head and it's stable and solid. I recommend this.

Perfect balancing of Photogear as required

By NITIN M.

Superb support to camera and lens stability for great image capture

ALTA PRO 2 264AP is a lightweight, 26mm, 4 section Aluminum Tripod kit with the ALTA PH-32 3-Way Fluid Pan Head with max pay load of up to 5 Kg/11 lbs. The tripod offers a generous height of 163cm / 64in and 4 leg position angles. From Panorama, to portrait or Macro photography, Alta Pro 2 264AP will make your photography experience a breeze.

• Rapid action - intuitive set-up in a matter of seconds
• Never waver - firm hexagonal center column
• Position versatility - 4 section legs with 4 position angles - 20deg. , 40deg. , 60deg. ,80deg.
• Robust - magnesium, aircraft aluminum for lightweight and long-lasting performances
• Rock Solid positioning - unique "locked" "unlocked" Twist-Lock system
• Level headed - bubble level control
• 3-Way Fluid Panhead - Dual telescopic handles, 1 bubble level and quick release Arca-type system
• High work load performance - up to 5 Kg/11 lbs, for multi gear options
• Extra Stability - canopy suspension loop for counterbalance weight
• Alta Link - 3/8 thread connection for any accessory: reflector, articulated or flexible arms and much more
• Grip and go - non-slip, all-weather TPU grips on 2 legs
• Firm on your feet - angled rubber feet to match any terrain (spiked feet available to be purchased separately)

The ALTA PRO 2 264AP is the new industry standard for an ultimate performance tripod, guaranteed to flawlessly support not only your camera, but also your creative workflow.

ALTA PRO 2 264AP enhances multiple benefice such as

Central Column & Lock Mechanism
our mechanism offers one handed, effortless smooth operation and rapid action set-up, while our unique hexagonal central column ensures enhanced rigidity and stability.

Leg Angle selector
Achieve perfect positioning and balance of the tripod to match any working terrain, by using the strong and steady 4 angles leg setting options of 20deg. , 40deg. , 60deg. or 80deg. .

Advanced Twist-Lock
Ultra-fast 35deg. turn to "lock" or "unlock" ensures instant leg extension/contraction. This exceptional new system is engineered to support an unmatched loading capacity in comparison to any tripod other tripod in this segment.

ALTA Link
The tripod canopy is fitted with a 3/8 threaded connector, which will allow easy connection any additional accessories, such as lighting equipment and articulated or flexible arms, thus linking our users to incredible new creative possibilities.

Superb Build Quality and Multi Featured
Manufactured with 1strate material this solid performance tripod is sturdy, lightweight. Its many features include: fitted Bubble level and dedicated suspension loop to ensure perfect position and additional stability by hanging counterweight or bags under windy conditions; Non-slip, all-weather TPU grips on 2 legs; angled rubber feet to ensure perfect grip on any terrain (rubber feet welcome ALTA SF spiked feet sold separately). Included bonus Tripod bag designed to fit any standard head combo.

ALTA PH-32 Pan head
Vanguard's ALTA PH-32 3-way Pan head is constructed by state of the art materials and production processes to grantee perfect results. This fluid 3-way pan head just weighs 0,68kg (1.5 lbs) and features a 5kg (11 lbs) safety payload. ALTA PH-32 offers fantastic handle ergonomics and precision thanks to the independent control of directions: one handle offers 360deg. panning and -30deg. to +90deg. back-to-front tilt, while the other maintains a lateral tilt range of -60deg. to +90deg. , which is ideal for shooting portraits or vertical landscapes.

The fluid mechanism guarantees smooth panning which is key for Video or Observation use. The handle lengths can be extended or collapsed to match your changing needs and preferences. Enhanced performance includes: durable aircraft aluminum housing; friction control and locking system on vertical and lateral tilt handles for both handy and precise shoots; unique quick panorama function button for stitching panorama pictures together and a 360deg. scale on the base to ensure perfect matching; one bubble level for accurate 360deg. panoramic photography or videography adjustments; a built-in safety pin to prevent accidentally releasing your camera; QS-60 V2 universal 38mm Arca compatible plate with 1/4" D-ring screw and Arca quick release system.

Vanguard ALTA PRO 2 264AP Features

  • Rapid action - intuitive set-up in a matter of seconds
  • Never waver - firm hexagonal center column
  • Position versatility - 4 section legs with 4 position angles - 20 Degree, 40 Degree, 60 Degree, 80 Degree
  • Robust - magnesium, aircraft aluminum for lightweight and long-lasting performances
  • Rock Solid positioning - unique "locked" "unlocked" Twist-Lock system
  • Level headed - bubble level control
  • 3-Way Fluid Panhead - Dual telescopic handles, 1 bubble level and quick release Arca-type system
  • High work load performance - up to 5 Kg/11 lbs, for multi gear options
  • Extra Stability - canopy suspension loop for counterbalance weight
  • Alta Link - 3/8 thread bonus connection for any accessory: reflector, articulated or flexible arms, and much more
  • Grip and go - non-slip, all-weather TPU grips on 2 legs
  • Firm on your feet - angled rubber feet to match any terrain (spiked feet available to be purchased separately)
  • Bag it - bonus tripod bag with shoulder strap included

Key Features

  • Rapid action - intuitive set-up in a matter of seconds
  • Never waver - firm hexagonal center column
  • Robust - magnesium, aircraft aluminum for lightweight and long-lasting performances
  • Rock Solid positioning - unique "locked" "unlocked" Twist-Lock system
  • Level headed - bubble level control
  • 3-Way Fluid Panhead - Dual telescopic handles, 1 bubble level and quick release Arca-type system

What's in the box:

  • Vanguard ALTA PRO 2 264AP 4-Section Aluminum Tripod
  • ALTA PH-32 3-Way Fluid Pan Head
  • Quick Release (QS-60 V2)
  • Tripod Bag
  • Vanguard 10 Year Warranty (2 Year + 8 Year with Registration)