Slik U8000 Video/Photo Tripod

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Manufacturer: Slik
Model: 8000
Binding: Electronics
Publisher: Slik
Label: Slik

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Features for Slik U8000 Video/Photo Tripod:

Dual Purpose Video/Photo (Fluid/3-way)Head -The retractable camera positioning pin enables you to mount either a video, or a still camara on the Quick Release Pratform. Simple vertical positioning for still cameras.
Dual Purpose Video/Photo Quick Shoe -Attaches easily onto still, and video cameras. Just align the quick shoe along the length of the camera body, and tighten with a coin.
Ultra-smooth Geared Center Column -Engnieering plastic assures smooth and quiet rack and pinion gear movement of the center column.
Oversize, Single Action, Speed Release Lag Locks -Easy, and quick to operate leg locks let you adjust the tripod height in seconds. Oversize locks also let you make minor leveling adjustmemts without having to look away from the viewfinder.
Easy To Grasp, Champagne Bronze Colour Legs -Exclusive anodised champagne bronze colour legs are also designed to feel comfortable in the hand.

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Editorial Review
Light in weight, light in price, but heavy in value, the SLIK U series of economy tripods have proved to be so popular and successful that they have been knocked-off by many companies, but none have been able to match the quality and value performance of these versatile tripods.Every tripod in the series is less than 2 feet long when completely folded and weigh less than 3.5 lbs for easy traveling.The SLIK U series have many other features that the casual photographer and family videographer will come to love.PRODUCT FEATURES: Maximum height of 59 inches; 3-way smooth "Fluid effect" pan head smooth movement of a compact video camera; Large, quick release plate for fast, easy mounting and removal of the camera or video camera; Speed release leg locks for quick and simple set up and fold down; Geared center column for effortless fine height adjustments.
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Customer Reviews

Finest Economy Tripod I've Used

2007-05-11
Bought this to use at my workplace 5 years ago and it is still going strong. All of the parts are like new with little sign of wear. If anything, it works more smoothly now than when it was first being broken in. Used mainly for product photography and some outdoor work, it has not had an overly rough life, but constant use has not adversly effected it.

I would highly recommend this to anyone on a budget who does not want to sacrifice quality and durability. A good general purpose tripod in all respects. It does not have all of the bells and whistles of more costly alternatives, but it does not have their pricetag either. A smart buy if it's abilities match your needs. Now that I've seen it here at Amazon, I am considering getting another while they are still available.

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