After a lot of investigation and what appears to be a lot of good quality options available in the market I chose the k& F and from what I have seen so far its the perfect choice and amazing value for money.Upon opening the box you can see the product is fantastic quality, easily opened up, sturdy when set up, my Sony A6000 fits on perfectly and is smoothly panned around with no issues.The legs extend with a simple smooth mechanism and still feels really stable, hopefully continued use will result in the same positive commnetsThe product also fits nicely in the cloth bag provided with no problems. The only issue is the product is a touch heavier than I expected bu this just supports the sturdier nature.Paul

I love this thing. Very sturdy, easily adjustable. Took some great photos of sparklers being waved around over a 10 second shutter speed. Opened up a new level of photography that my wobbly hands couldn't dream of

I'm well pleased with this tripod. The quality of workmanship, finish and smooth operation, make this a fantastic lightweight addition to your kit, ideal for travelling or hiking.It's very sturdy and can be anchored with your camera bag using the hook at the base of the centre column, which is also reversible for low down shots.The ball head is really nice, very smooth and has an integral spirit level.The tripod also comes with a really nice padded, zipped carry case/bag. I can't fault this tripod in any way and would recommend it.

Please note this review is for the TM2324 – travel tripod / monopod kitThe build quality of this tripod is very good indeed and I have trusted it entirely with all of my kit, it supports my Canon 7D and heavy EF 70-200mm f2.8L IS II lens and no problem at all (their combined weight is around 2.3KG). Note the max load capacity is quoted as 8kg.I am a very keen amateur photographer and already own a couple of Manfrotto tripods (one for studio work and the other for travel), and I have been extremely impressed with this lightweight but sturdy tripod / monopod kit from K&F.The body of the tripod is made from magnesium aluminium alloy so it's very lightweight at roughly 1.9kg (including the ball head and travel case).In use the tripod has performed well with the following features making it a product that is practical and pleasurable to use out in the field:+Light weight so not a problem to carry all day (1.9kg)+Built in spirit level+Very tall 150cm max height tripod+Very compact when closed away (just 41cm long)+Sturdy construction+Super smooth ball head movement+Very strong ball head can hold heavy camera/lens in place+Carry bag included+Grippy rubber feet+Well made grey carry bagOverall I really can’t praise this tripod enough; it’s light weight, sturdiness and excellent construction means I would highly recommend this tripod!I was kindly provided a sample by the manufacturer to review; the opinions expressed here are entirely my own view of this tripod.

This product was sent to me for review and its important to know from the onset that its available in 4 different types; TM2324, TM2515, TC2534 and TM2534. I received the TM2324. If you look a few lines below the price section you will see the 4 models available and clicking on each one changes the details on the page.It comes well presented with terrific padding and the carry case that it comes with is well padded, with a strong zip and strong handles. The quality of the tripod is high and its made mainly of magnesium aluminium alloy. Overall it's medium weight and fully extends to 1350mm.The design on this is modern, classic, steampunk and it adjusts in quite a few different areas, offering a great deal of flexibility. Starting at the bottom, there are rubber pads present with a durable look, it adjusts in 3 separate parts just above the legs and these are controlled by a simple yet secure mechanism. Next up is the grip on 1 leg which allows you to carry it without the zipped case.The legs themselves can move inwards or outwards and can be controlled independently and the mechanism allows that to happen easily too. The middle section can also adjust about a ruler length, up or down. Just before you get to the middle section you get the soft hand strap and I personally found that to be very useful when it was using it to take photos of a waterfall on uneven rocks.The top unit can adjust in even more ways as you can move your camera left, right, forward, back and anywhere in between. The adjuster on that is tiny but it works well. The section underneath can also twist clockwise and anti-clockwise and that completes the adjustment tour!.The camera attachment on top is an universal one and gets controlled by a small adjuster on the side. I was more than happy with its performance and from all the large tripods that I have used, this is certainly the one that can be adjust the easiest.I also like the bronzy detailing and it goes very well with the black colour. You also get the spirit level on top which worked well and will be essential for certain individuals.Verdict: Easy to use and adjusts in a number of different areas

great price.Pretty much everything about this product impressed me. From the moment you open it from the packaging you realize how small and portable it is. The tripod feels very secure and the monopod is the best part. You simply remove one of the legs and attach it to the center shaft. It only takes about a minute or less to swap from one to the other.

My wildlife photography/birding hobby has always been on a very tight budget due to my very tight pension! I have had a couple of cheapo tripods which,frankly were rubbish!So when I was offered this tripod free in return for a honest and unbiased review I snatched it up quickly!So what do you get for your hard earned cash? In the box you will find.....1 X Tripod bag with a shoulder strap.1 X Tripod with.....1 X Short central axis.1 X Standard screw.1 X Allen key.1 X Head bag,to protect the head (a very good idea!)1 X very useful and informative user manual.The whole lot comes packaged in a very sturdy box giving maximum protection for the tripod.How simple is the tripod to set up?Extremely easy indeed,the three legs are initially folded up towards the head,and it is just a case of folding them down and extending them to give you the correct height required for your camera and/or spotting scope.It was so easy that I didnt have to bother with the instruction manual at all.the locking lugs on the legs etc, are easy to lock/unlockThe tripod is manufactured from high grade magnesium aluminium alloy,and looks as if it will last for a long time!The head is where you will probably need to consult the instruction manual,just so you can get it set correctly (Hint, pop a screwdriver with a wide head into your bag as you will need one to tighten the head screw) the head also has a small spirit level to assist with getting your photograph straight!And that is almost all you need to know,except to say that if you need the tripod to be even more stable than it already is,there is a sprung hook at the base of the central axis where you can suspend and extra weight.The product photos show the tripod bag usedto hold the weight and this would seem to be a good idea!A terrific mid priced tripod for the keen photographer.

This is definitely the tripod to get. It's exceptionally versatile in how it can be manipulated to enable the taking of the perfect picture in whatever the situation. It's light enough to be portable, but sturdy enough to give me confidence that my precious camera will be safe. It of course comes with the essential weight hook, so it can be weighed down to enhance stability where necessary. Oh, it comes beautifully packaged, complete with carrying case and shoulder strap. The tripod itself looks absolutely gorgeous and I can't imagine how it could possibly be improved upon aesthetically. I'm very proud to own it, and my camera loves it too. Very highly recommended.

Bought this as a travel tripod to take anywhere in the car, as my old one was a big heavy beast... thought for the money, you cant really go wrong. The price point is very good.So when it arrived I thought Id give it a test. On opening the box, I saw a lovely, strong carry bag with sturdy zip. It felt a nice weight. not too heavy to carry places. Inside was a nice looking tripod with some nice detailing to make it look modern and more expensive than it was. The head even had another bag over to protect it, which I thought was a nice touch. It had 4 section clip-lock legs and rubber feet, with a height adjustable centre column with a weight hook underneath for added stability.To test it I used my heaviest camera and lens combo on it, and it held them pretty strong, after giving the tightener on the head a good twist. It needed doing up pretty tight but it held a 5d mk 3, with battery grip and 70-200 with no problem. I tried it from the camera body just to see, but it felt much sturdier mounting it to the lens collar, but thats what its there for.I did a couple of tests in low light with exposures of 5 seconds, and they seemed pretty sharp so the tripod was doing its job well. I did have a bit of weight hanging from the hook under the centre column, purely because my camera and lens were so heavy, but id always recommend doing that anyway.Fully extended I found this tripod to be a great size. Im 5'10 and I couldnt reach my eye to the viewfinder at full height so it would easily suit the taller photographer. As with any tripod, it operate best slightly under full height. The centre column and lower part of the legs can introduce shake, so I would only extend those if necessary, but they arent weak by any means.My overall impressions are that this is a great entry level tripod for those looking for something light, strong, and good value for money. Id definitely recommend it. I tried it with a 6d mk 2 and 24-105 too, and with that combo it was a dream, but I like to test things to the extreme before reviewing.

let me start by saying being one of my tripods is not a easy life. I use my tripods regularly in Salt water.Recently I've started to use cheaper lighter tripods because I just don't want to be carrying a heavy tripod around so bought one of these.The tripod has lots of useful features such as one of the legs having foam on it, the panning action for panos is nice and the tripod is Arca Swiss head (much more stability on portrait shots because the lens is centrally above the legs rather than hanging over the side). The main problem with the tripod is that all the legs eventually fell off after less than a years service. This may be due to the hard life my tripods get. The reason why I'd buy this again is because I've just superglued the legs back in and it's as good as new. Everything else about this tripod is perfect for me. I'm also past the stage of worrying about portraying myself as a good photographer by having a more established Manfrotto or similar. I'm more confident in actually knowing what I'm doing and knowing that this is a better tripod for me. Plenty out there .....with all the gear and no idea.