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Vanguard Alta Pro 263AB 100 3-Section Aluminum-Alloy Tripod with SBH-100 Ball Head

SKU: VGT263AB100 MFR: ALTA PRO 263AB 100
$169.95
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Key Features

  • Achieve stable shots with this Vanguard tripod's durable aluminum alloy build.
  • Enjoy easy setup and breakdown with the quick-release plate on this photo tripod.
  • Capture stunning panoramas using the smooth SBH-100 ball head on this tripod.
  • Confidently shoot in any terrain with the adjustable height of this stable tripod.
  • Take this lightweight tripod anywhere; it's perfect for travel and outdoor photography.
  • Store and transport your Vanguard tripod easily with its compact, foldable design.
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Review Summary

2024-04-22T03:41:28

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome Tripod

I love this Tripod. It is very solid and the ball head works very smoothly. I use mostly in studio and the knobs are located so they are easy to get to as i am changing its height and removing the camera quite a bit. Camera mount is very solid. For the reasonable price of this Tripod it was much more than i expected. Very happy.

BOB V.

2022-10-29T19:18:31

Rated 1 out of 5

Fell apart

Fell apart

Robert Z.

2021-12-24T07:54:01

Rated 5 out of 5

Solid Tripod At An Affordable Price

I love this tripod because it is sturdy and stable enough to hold a pretty heavy camera, so that I can set my shot however I want without having to worry about any falls. A reasonably priced option for a solid tripod.

TRACY L.

2021-10-11T09:28:59

Rated 4 out of 5

Heavy

Great tripod but much heavier than expected.

Mark J.

2021-05-14T22:43:54

Rated 5 out of 5

Nice tripod.

I got this tripod in a bundle and wasn't expecting much from a free tripod but I was sorely mistaken. I love it. Solid build with some weight to it.

MICHAEL D.

2021-04-08T09:47:23

Rated 5 out of 5

Good and affordable tripod

It?s a nice tripod and very versatile tool.

Angel C.

2020-12-31T17:12:04

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent buy

Sturdy and affordable. I'm very happy with this purchase.

CYNTHIA D.

2020-12-07T07:36:18

Rated 5 out of 5

very satisfied

A bit heavy so I won't be backpacking with it. Very satisfied for studio shooting and on short walks.

MARCUS T.

2020-11-27T09:06:52

Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing quality sharp images

Great quality . A bit heavy . But if you have a tripod works fantastic. Great for surfing with my A7iii Very sharp Images

Ricardo P.

2020-11-02T08:15:33

Rated 4 out of 5

Solid basic tripod

Overall this tripod is quite good for its price point. Feels fairly sturdy and solid.

CASSIE C.

2020-10-13T15:22:05

Rated 5 out of 5

Versatile rock solid tripod!

This tripod is sturdy and fully adjustable for any situation. It has proven superb for both field and studio work. It supports my Canon 5D Mark IV with a telephoto lens with no problem. Once you tighten the components, it is rock solid and doesn’t drift from its locked position. The ball head enables maximum flexibility with regard to camera position. I am very pleased with this purchase.

JIM W.

2020-09-14T10:20:23

Rated 4 out of 5

Vanguard Alta Pro 263AB

I love this tripod. It is fairly straightforward to use and decently weighted for a on location shoot. I used it with a Canon EOS 6D Mark II and a 150-600mm lens in the field. My only issue was the release plate is a bit finicky. Use caution attaching the plate and check for a secure seat. One direction will allow the plate to slide forward along with your gear.

TERESA C.

2020-09-10T10:22:19

Rated 5 out of 5

Vanguard Tripod

Excellent piece of equipment I would recommend it to everyone.

REGINALD H.

2020-09-04T08:46:29

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent Tripod for the price

Excellent and high quality tripod. A great value!

PATRICK D.

2020-08-25T08:51:14

Rated 5 out of 5

Good quality tripod.

Have used this tripod for two years. Easy to set up and not “tippy”. Ball head works smoothly. Rubber ball feet with metal point for rough surfaces need to be checked each time tripod is used, especially on hardwood floors (not a big deal).

TIMOTHY L.

2020-08-11T08:42:55

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome

Works great as advertised

CY C.

2020-07-29T09:06:26

Rated 5 out of 5

Solid and functional

Very happy with this tripod. It is a well built unit that has no problem handling large lens and camera combos. Also I found Adorama to be very easy to work with. Will be using them again.

DANIEL M.

2020-07-23T21:45:37

Rated 5 out of 5

Better than expected

Got this as a kit with the Lumix G95, so expectations were moderate. So, a surprise when this turned out to be a well thought out and rugged piece of very useful equipment.

Wilfred D.

2020-06-15T10:27:56

Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing tripod

Trip works for everything I need it for. Very sturdy and the spike feet are very handy. The neck is helpful for keeping the tripod itself out for the way as well for taking a photo from any angle. The ball head is very smooth as well. My only complaint is the center column is kind of stiff at the moment so makes it a little difficult to swing it out or pull it out

COREY D.

2019-06-14T11:54:04

Rated 4 out of 5

New tripod is heads above old.

I had a Polaroid tripod. It seemed go but I didn't like the way to adjust the camera position. I bought this with the ball head and happy days are here. It is easy and fast to set up. Very stable in wood floors or dirt and grass. Fast to adjust camera position and best of all it rotates straight down so I can use it for my macro shots of the gemstones I cut. I'm impressed. It is a nice tripod especially for the price. I'm sure there are better but I don't have 300 to 500 dollars to find out. Great deal for the price.

Bob L.

2019-03-27T11:13:13

Rated 3 out of 5

Ok for amateur use

Not for professional use...I use for backup purposes

Dan P.

2019-03-25T16:41:41

Rated 5 out of 5

Simple and Quick

I love photography, It helps me relieve stress. For years I was using an inferior tripod to shoot landscape an macro photos. However, it was time consuming work trying to prepare my tripod and camera for the proper composition. With the Vanguard 263AB-100 I no longer struggle and waste valuable time to set up my gear and and start shooting right away. Its easy to set up, easy to put away, and and sturdy. Re-positioning of the tripod and camera for my next composition is simple and quick. I'm not a pro but the Vanguard 263AB-100 makes my hobby more enjoyable.

Andre N.

2019-01-17T07:43:49

Rated 5 out of 5

excellent tripod

completely pleased with the tripod, It works great and is easy to set up, allowing much more flexibility than my SLIK that I have used since the 70s.

THOMAS B.

2018-12-12T17:42:48

Rated 5 out of 5

Best 2018 tripod

Affordable, solid, professional, great light tripod - here's the girl's photographer best friend. A great investment, it tilts and pans full range and can be easily set to low and high positions. It's light weight and adjustability to any kind of environment makes it great to work with and to travel. Solid head and great stability. Love it!!

CAROLINE C.

2018-09-07T11:53:52

Rated 5 out of 5

Great tripod for Macro photography!!

Great tripod for Macro photography! I would totally recommend this tripod to all levels!

Javier M.

2018-04-11T16:50:37

Rated 5 out of 5

Needed more load capacity

Purchased this tripod because my current equipment would not adequately support a Canon 5D with 70-200 mm. So far I am impressed with the stability and the operation of the ball head (my first use of a ball head). I think I will like the Arca plate quick mount.

Delbert W.

2018-02-19T19:30:01

Rated 3 out of 5

Too-Tall Tripod

This tripod had amazing features for the price; However, have found that it is too tall for me to use easily (5'4"). Am replacing with same exact tripod --264-- 4" shorter and addition of a leg section.

IRIS Z.

2017-11-15T02:01:14

Rated 4 out of 5

Love the tripod not in love with the ball head

Very strong and well built love the flexibility of the center shaft. And the ability to shoot straight down. My only negative is when I turn the knob to stop ball head rotation it tilts it slightly so unless I tighten that first I have to reset everything else

James W.

2017-10-15T22:23:34

Rated 4 out of 5

Good tripod, quick release not a standard size.

The only thing keeping this tripod from being perfect is that it's quick release mount is not a standard size so I couldn't use an aftermarket plate with. Otherwise its great and I can live with that annoyance.

Jean L.

2017-09-26T10:17:06

Rated 5 out of 5

Decent Tripod

Didn't get a chance to use all features but the first looks are pretty impressive. Good build quality for the price.

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Vanguard 263AB-100 Specifications

  • Number of Leg Sections

    3

  • Leg Diameter

    26mm

  • Head Specs

    SBH-100

  • Bubble level(pcs)

    1

  • Folded height

    715mm / 28.125"

  • Extended height

    1730mm / 68.125"

  • Weight

    2440kg / 5.38lbs

  • UPC Code

    026196335986

7 Accessories for Vanguard Alta Pro 263AB 100 3-Section Aluminum-Alloy Tripod with SBH-100 Ball Head

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  • Quick Release Plates (1)
  • Bags & Cases (1)
  • Utility Aprons (1)
  • Batteries & Power Supply (1)
  • Quick Release Systems & Plates (1)
  • Tripod Accessories (2)

About Vanguard 263AB-100

FEATURED REVIEWS

Great Tripod...

By Stephen M.

This tripod is absolutely wonderful. The ball head is very nice and smooth and retains its position well with my Canon 50D with battery grip and 70-200 f2.8L attached. The tripod is stable and very user friendly and it has great features. If I were to change anything at all it would be to add an Arca-Swiss style QR to it. The QR knob that is on it works well, but the rubber grip on it slips a little, but that is probably mostly me. I tend to over tighten things and I am very hard on equipment...

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Exactly what I was looking for!

By CAROL B.

Everything was exactly as expected on arrival. At first glance, this tripod seemed solid and dependable, I quickly put my camera on top without hesitation. All the legs extend and retract smoothly. I definitely like that it extends to 68", this was a big selling point for me. I'm 6 foot and I like that I can stand up straight to compose a shot if I want to. Sure, I'm often down at a lower angle, but this gives me the flexibility I need. I'm really excited about the tilting center column...

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Pro 263AB tripod and SBH 100 ball head are an impressive pair. Alta Pro tripods have unmatched flexibility, stability and enabling more angle possibilities than ever before. Its innovative Multi-Angle Central Column (MACC) System allows users to move the central column from zero to 180-degree angles in variable vertical and horizontal positions making macro-photography and special wide-angle shots a breeze.

The Instant Swivel Stop-n-Lock (ISSL) System securely repositions the central column in one simple movement, in just a few seconds, while maintaining the tripod's stability.

Additional tripod features include advanced camera vibration and shock control, aluminum alloy legs that adjust to 25, 50 and 80-degree angles, quick-flip leg locks, patented premium magnesium die-cast canopy, hexagon-shaped central column for extra stability and non-slip, spiked rubber feet for changing terrains and a removable hook for hanging camera accessories. Its SBH-100 fluid-like ball head rotates 360 degrees and has smooth locking knobs, an outstanding loading capacity and fine-tuning functions.

Vanguard 263AB-100 Features

  • Central column moves from 0 to 180 degrees
  • Legs adjust to 25, 50 and 80-degree angles
  • Smooth fluid-like ball head
  • Enables extreme low-angle photography
  • Outstanding loading capacity

Key Features

  • Achieve stable shots with this Vanguard tripod's durable aluminum alloy build.
  • Enjoy easy setup and breakdown with the quick-release plate on this photo tripod.
  • Capture stunning panoramas using the smooth SBH-100 ball head on this tripod.
  • Confidently shoot in any terrain with the adjustable height of this stable tripod.
  • Take this lightweight tripod anywhere; it's perfect for travel and outdoor photography.
  • Store and transport your Vanguard tripod easily with its compact, foldable design.

What's in the box:

  • Vanguard 263AB-100 3-Section Alluminum Alloy Alta Pro 263-AB Tripod Legs
  • SBH-100 QR Ballhead
  • QS-39 Quick Release Plate (2)
  • Carrying Case
  • Vanguard Lifetime Warranty