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Slik PRO 700 DX

$120.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.bhphotovideo.com
love the fact it has bubble levels as well.
from www.bhphotovideo.com
it even has bi-directional levels!
from "brenton", www.bhphotovideo.com
i might use the 3way pan for video's, but it looks decent and unlike the manfrotto ball head this one has has balance levels.
from www.adorama.com
its very stable and the levels are great to have on the tripod.
from www.amazon.com
i have a canon s3 and find it is perfect for my level of shooting (also have a canon t70 with multiple lenses and panasonic g320 digital video that i use on tripod, but i prefer the s3).

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Positives: Lightweight, Good Affordability, Great Stability, Type: Tripod

2 RECOMMENDED by 8 people for LEVELING

Manfrotto 055XB

$173.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
i have found this tripod very steady and like the fact that there is a bubble level on it, and that the legs will allow it go flat to the ground.
from www.amazon.com
i like the leg warmers, the built-in low angle system and level spirit but it still has some caveats:
from www.amazon.com
loved it except for one thing...i had to extend the neck to get the camera to eye level (or hunch down to get to it without the neck extended).
from www.amazon.com
i am about 5'8" and was just at eye level with the camera when the tripod was at its full height (without raising the center column).
from www.amazon.com
this prevents the tripod from going to very low levels with the center post in the vertical position.

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Positives: Nice Affordability, Lightweight, Excellent Stability, Maximum Height: 70.08 in.

3 RECOMMENDED by 7 people for LEVELING

Slik U 9000

$48.00 Est. at Amazon

from jackm2211, www.pricegrabber.com
strengths: price ability to changing tripod feet leveling bubble light weight use with vdo and digital/film camera weaknesses: adjusting tripod head can be slow.
from www.pricegrabber.com
i was very happy to get this good tripod at this price level.
from www.pricegrabber.com
strengths: full-featured, inexpensive, quick setup weaknesses: level in bad location, no case or strap summary: i'm really happy i found this tripod.
from www.pricegrabber.com
the only thing that really bothers me is the level is on the base of the tripod, which means that you don't have a level for the camera itself.
from www.pricegrabber.com
i am not sure about the usefullness of bubble level, since there are so many ways except for legs lengths to ensure the proper angle and level.

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Positives: Nice Affordability, Lightweight, Good Versatility, Type: Tripod,Tripod

4 RECOMMENDED by 4 people for LEVELING

Slik PRO 400 DX

$130.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.adorama.com
it impresses on so many levels.
from www.amazon.com
the clips to unlock the legs to bring the tripod down to the lowest level for low-to-the-ground shot are an ingenius, yet simple design.
from www.amazon.com
i just wanted to let you know that the head does not have a bubble level that is ubiquitous nowadays.
from www.amazon.com
so leveling with 8+lbs of setup is not that easy if you have to tweak it by few millimeters all the time.

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Positives: Nice Affordability, Good Portability, Excellent Versatility, Type: Tripod

5 RECOMMENDED by 14 people for LEVELING

Joby GP1-OGEN Gorillapod

$21.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
of "i was there" pictures--sometimes finding a surface for setting up a picture can be a challenge and involves so much: finding someone else to take my picure, adjusting a tripod to be level, etc.
from www.amazon.com
it's hard to get it level sometimes....on it's own legs.
from www.amazon.com
i had a specific problem in mind when i saw the gorillapod gogo: i haver a laser level that has a screw hole just slightly too recessed to work with the screws on standard tripod mounts.
from www.amazon.com
if you do anything outdoors it is great, the flexible legs make it easy to level out on uneven surfaces and i've already done several shoots with a remote control and a nearby tree!
from www.amazon.com
you can quickly level your camera on uneven surfaces and simply hold on to it instead of the camera body while shooting stills or movies.

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Positives: Good Versatility, Lightweight, Nice Affordability, Maximum Load: 0.61 lbs.

Joby GORILLAPOD Multi-Adjustable

$22.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
of "i was there" pictures--sometimes finding a surface for setting up a picture can be a challenge and involves so much: finding someone else to take my picure, adjusting a tripod to be level, etc.
from www.amazon.com
you can quickly level your camera on uneven surfaces and simply hold on to it instead of the camera body while shooting stills or movies.
from www.amazon.com
if you do anything outdoors it is great, the flexible legs make it easy to level out on uneven surfaces and i've already done several shoots with a remote control and a nearby tree!
from www.amazon.com
it's hard to get it level sometimes....on it's own legs.
from www.amazon.com
it adapts very well to surfaces that are not level.

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Positives: Good Versatility, Lightweight, Great Affordability

Sunpak 8001UT

$43.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
the height is really good as it comes almost to my eye level ie 162 cms( i do not remember the exact height of this tripod right now)
from www.amazon.com
it also has features that i would normally expect to find only on much more expensive tripods, including two quick-release camera mounting plates with integral bubble levels, a bubble level for the
from www.amazon.com
it is extremely lightweight, completely intuitive, and has great features like built in levels and a geared telescoping center stand that makes it easier to lock.
from www.amazon.com
one feature i like about this tripod is that there is a vertical adjustment so you can increase the height of the camera (and mount) about a foot after you have leveled the legs properly using the
from www.amazon.com
has a bubble-level on the tripod and both shoes.

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Positives: Good Affordability, Lightweight, Good Portability, Type: Tripod

Joby Gorillapod SLR-Zoom Mini-

$41.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.overstock.com
to get the tripod level and perfect for photos without that extra adjustment is very difficult.the tripod will wrap itself around almost any object and opens new horizons for remote and timed
from www.amazon.com
of "i was there" pictures--sometimes finding a surface for setting up a picture can be a challenge and involves so much: finding someone else to take my picure, adjusting a tripod to be level, etc.
from www.amazon.com
the only real complaint is that it's actually harder to use on a flat level surface, since this requires lining up all three legs to just the right height.
from www.amazon.com
you can quickly level your camera on uneven surfaces and simply hold on to it instead of the camera body while shooting stills or movies.
from www.amazon.com
if you do anything outdoors it is great, the flexible legs make it easy to level out on uneven surfaces and i've already done several shoots with a remote control and a nearby tree!

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Positives: Great Versatility, Lightweight, Nice Affordability, Maximum Load: 6.6 lbs.,0.61 lbs.

Sony VCT-D680RM

$165.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.pricegrabber.com
it has a bubble leveler and elevator lever for height adjustment.
from www.pricegrabber.com
tripod has many nice features, including the level indicator.
from www.pricegrabber.com
panning was difficult, the "rubber" feet didn't grip the floor, legs didn't telescope easily and the panhead was not level.
from www.pricegrabber.com
the built-in level is useful if you're on an uneven surface.
from www.amazon.com
the included air bubble was an ingenious device in that it allows you to see whether the tripod is level with respect to the floor.

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Positives: Great Affordability, Nice Portability, Lightweight, Type: Tripod

Pro Line Dolica AX620B100 Proline Aluminum

$51.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
the tips of the legs can be rotated to reveal spikes for difficult terrain, and there's two bubble levels: one on the legs of the tripod, and one on the actual ball head.
from www.amazon.com
other features are a quick release plate, 2 bubble levels ( one on the head and the other on the legs), user replaceable aluminum tripod head, a threaded weight hook and spiked feet.
from www.amazon.com
the tripod has a bubble level on one of the legs and a small compass on another leg.
from www.amazon.com
ball head with leveling compass works great.
from www.amazon.com
there is a miniature compass, along with miniature bubble levelers on ball head and legs.

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Positives: Excellent Affordability, Lightweight, Good Stability, Head Type: Ballhead

Tiffen ProVista 7518

$135.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.bhphotovideo.com
the ball setting for the head allows a super quick adjustment for level- --easy to see with the bulls eye level attached to the head.
from www.bhphotovideo.com
the leg locks and claw ball leveler are easy to use .
from www.bhphotovideo.com
two minor shortcomings: --the bubble level is a simple bulls-eye type (we would like at least two bubble levels for separate axes).
from www.bhphotovideo.com
ball leveling and bubble; locks down tight too.
from www.bhphotovideo.com
the engineering, quality control, materials used are not on the same level as the "pro" equipment.

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Positives: Excellent Affordability, Lightweight, Great Portability, Type: Tripod

GP Batteries Joby GP2-01P Gorillapod Flexible

$38.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
of "i was there" pictures--sometimes finding a surface for setting up a picture can be a challenge and involves so much: finding someone else to take my picure, adjusting a tripod to be level, etc.
from www.amazon.com
it adapts very well to surfaces that are not level.
from www.amazon.com
it's hard to get it level sometimes....on it's own legs.
from www.amazon.com
if you do anything outdoors it is great, the flexible legs make it easy to level out on uneven surfaces and i've already done several shoots with a remote control and a nearby tree!
from www.amazon.com
you can quickly level your camera on uneven surfaces and simply hold on to it instead of the camera body while shooting stills or movies.

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Positives: Nice Versatility, Lightweight, Excellent Portability, Maximum Load: 0.60625 lbs.

Sunpak 9002DX Photo & Video

$50.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
in my opinion, it would be hard to find a better entry-level tripod for the price.
from www.amazon.com
the bubble levels are a nice touch and overall this product looks impressive.
from www.amazon.com
for $33, i don't expect the tripod to be the most precise one out there; so its leveling capabilities is slightly useful to me.
from www.amazon.com
sunpak also supplies a hook on this tripod for appling extra weight between the legs for more stability.the 900dx also has very good leg locks, two levels so you can avoid crooked pictures, and a
from www.amazon.com
i also don't find the level very useful, as my camera completely hides it from view.

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Positives: Lightweight, Great Affordability, Good Portability, Head Type: Panhead

Joby Gorillapod Mini Black/Red

$19.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
of "i was there" pictures--sometimes finding a surface for setting up a picture can be a challenge and involves so much: finding someone else to take my picure, adjusting a tripod to be level, etc.
from www.amazon.com
it adapts very well to surfaces that are not level.
from www.amazon.com
you can quickly level your camera on uneven surfaces and simply hold on to it instead of the camera body while shooting stills or movies.
from www.amazon.com
it's hard to get it level sometimes....on it's own legs.
from www.amazon.com
now there is no need for a level/solid object for this tripod.

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Positives: Good Versatility, Lightweight, Nice Affordability, Maximum Height: 5 in.

Velbon EL Carmagne 530

$250.00 Est. at Amazon

from "Douggy Fresh", www.bhphotovideo.com
also, height on this tripod may be an issue as to get it eye level, requires a substantial portion of the column be raised above the intersection of the 3 legs.
from www.amazon.com
the locking mechanism that controls the splay of the legs works beautifully, allowing the tripod to be positioned for macro shots of ground-level subjects.
from www.amazon.com
the only thing missing, that i wish this unit had is a bubble level.
from www.amazon.com
no level.

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Positives: Excellent Affordability, Lightweight, Nice Portability, Type: Tripod

Joby Gorillapod Focus GP8 Flexible

$100.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
it adapts very well to surfaces that are not level.
from www.amazon.com
i had a specific problem in mind when i saw the gorillapod gogo: i haver a laser level that has a screw hole just slightly too recessed to work with the screws on standard tripod mounts.
from www.amazon.com
you can quickly level your camera on uneven surfaces and simply hold on to it instead of the camera body while shooting stills or movies.
from www.amazon.com
now there is no need for a level/solid object for this tripod.
from www.amazon.com
you have to make sure you are level and getting what you want out of your shot.

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Positives: Nice Versatility, Lightweight, Great Affordability, Maximum Height: 9 in.

Sunpak 6601UT

$28.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.pricegrabber.com
with a full comfortable working height of 58.3" and a minimum operating height of 20.3", this one (=sunpak 6601ut tripod) features, quick release platform with an integral bubble level, and a second
from cabin21, www.pricegrabber.com
strengths: (1) good for the price (2) tall height (almost 60") weaknesses: (1) no bag (2) the water level is not clear and not correct.
from www.amazon.com
it also comes with some nifty extras such as bubble level, spikes, and a place to hold a bag of rocks (for stability).
from www.amazon.com
the third use is for my chronograph when working up handloads for my rifles and it works great especially with the levels.
from www.amazon.com
the base is sturdy and the level on the frame is a nice touch.

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Positives: Great Affordability, Great Stability, Easy To Use, Type: Tripod

Davis & Sanford EXPLORER2

$31.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
this tripod has 2 bubble levels, decent height extension, nice & light-weight body, and a carrying bag to boot!
from www.amazon.com
-the extendable legs are adjustable, and allow you to level your camera/camcorder, even on slopes or uneven surfaces.
from www.amazon.com
ability to set-up on non level surface.
from www.amazon.com
i have an old tripod (from college.....sometime when the dinosaurs roamed the earth....the 70's) that still works if you are very careful....so why would i want to actually spend this thing called

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Positives: Good Affordability, Lightweight, Easy To Use, Fluid Head

Joby GORILLAPOD Multi-Adjustable

$22.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
of "i was there" pictures--sometimes finding a surface for setting up a picture can be a challenge and involves so much: finding someone else to take my picure, adjusting a tripod to be level, etc.
from www.amazon.com
it adapts very well to surfaces that are not level.
from www.amazon.com
very useful for those impromptu shots where a stable, level surface may not be right where you need it.
from www.amazon.com
you can quickly level your camera on uneven surfaces and simply hold on to it instead of the camera body while shooting stills or movies.
from www.amazon.com
if you do anything outdoors it is great, the flexible legs make it easy to level out on uneven surfaces and i've already done several shoots with a remote control and a nearby tree!

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Positives: Great Versatility, Lightweight, Good Affordability

Sanford Magnum X3T

$90.00 Est. at Amazon

from lt.dell.com
features: 5 [ratingof] 5 reviewed by: randr location: las vegas,nv duration of product use: less than a week level of expertise: good title: very stable/sturdy tripod...
from lt.dell.com
tn duration of product use: less than a month level of expertise: expert title: awesome tripod date:?january 12, 2009 prosamazing quality in this tripod, at this price.
from lt.dell.com
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Positives: Nice Affordability, Excellent Durability, Lightweight, Type: Tripod

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