Benro Tripster Travel Tripod/Monopod - 0 Series Blue AL (FTR09AB00GBLU) Review

I may have received a poor quality unit, but this tripod cannot be properly aligned for video work. Panoramic shot cannot be taken. Fully extended or fully retracted, it will never be truly level. Since I take photos 99% I didn't bother returning it and gave it 2 stars. Very disappointed with the price of this item. If you buy it for any kind of video work, check it carefully beforehand.

The Benro Tripster Travel Tripod - 1 Series Titanium CF (FTR19CB0GTTN) is a well built and almost durable tripod. I already have tripods for cameras, but I bought it to shoot a PRS rifle. . It supports a full-size Ruger stainless steel bolt-action rifle. Tripster looks very nice in the titanium finish. It's compact enough to be carried around the field. I just wish there was a short center column that FITS.

It is extremely versatile and flexible in positioning as well as light. It folds up into a much smaller package than I expected which is great. I really like that I can only use one leg as a monopod. The camera can be easily attached to a tripod thanks to the quick release clamp. I like the security feature that requires you to pull a screw to remove the camera. The number of positions you can put and lock the legs in is amazing and easy. The ball joint at the top of the mount is very flexible…

Having traveled extensively in the past I have purchased a much larger tripod and put up with the size and weight. This time I decided to go as light as possible and still get great results. This tripod meets all the requirements for both of these problems. The assembly is top notch, the materials are excellent. I struggled to climb over the fence to get the right shot. But on other occasions I was able to fold the tripod down to its minimum size and place the camera and tripod on the railing…

After reading reviews and specs of over a dozen different tripods I settled on this one for my upcoming vacation. First, realize that the purpose of this model is to TRAVEL. It is lightweight and very compact when folded. It fits in the side water bottle pocket on my backpack (but I usually let one leg hang out so it's not too tight). It weighs just over 2 pounds, so you'll hardly notice it in or on your bag. The downside is it won't be as stable as my 5lb Manfrotto. It also takes some time to…