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Review on πŸ“· Ravelli APTL3 53" Lightweight Aluminum Tripod: Includes Carry Bag and Universal Smartphone Mount for Ultimate Portability and Versatility! by Joe Glass

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Good for the price.

Good entry level tripod. It's a bit bigger than I imagined when fully undressed, which is definitely a plus. I like the aluminum legs over the plastic legs as they feel more solid yet lighter. I wish it had 3 leg extensions instead of 2 so it's a bit more compact when not lengthened but that's not a deal breaker and I think it was done to make the construction more solid. The reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is mainly due to the detachable base that the camera connects to. It's a great idea so you can detach the device to use it by hand for a while without wasting time unscrewing it, but as this part is plastic the top plate wobbles a bit when it's not case should be. There's no point in using a tripod unless you can use a remote shutter release. It's not too bad, but it's noticeable, and I screwed up a few shots simply by pressing the button on my camera. The adjustments can be a bit jittery, but given that most of these things are plastic, that's to be expected, and I wouldn't expect more from something at this price point. Conclusion: If you are looking for something for everyday use or for beginners, you should go for it, if you are looking for something professional, you are in the wrong price range.

Pros
  • Pan/Tilt with Landscape/Portrait
Cons
  • Not sure