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Pro Line Dolica AX620B100 Proline Aluminum

$51.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
the tripod is a little shaky when fully extended, but it's a heck of a lot better than hand-holding, even with shake reduction.
from www.amazon.com
it is amazingly sturdy for a light tripod, even when fully extended.
from www.amazon.com
there's also a hook at the bottom of the long pole extension between the 3 legs, you can add weight to it to weigh down the tripod.
from www.amazon.com
it is small and when extended it is full size.
from www.amazon.com
on the good side, you are getting a ball head tripod, with legs that can be extended past their typical angle.

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Positives: Nice Affordability, Lightweight, Nice Stability, Head Type: Ballhead

2 RECOMMENDED by 9 people for EXTENDABLE

Manfrotto 190XPROB PRO ALU

$153.00 Est. at Amazon

from "danbusler", www.adorama.com
this tripod is really quite solid, fully extended it is not as stable as i had expected it would be.
from www.amazon.com
the only drawback that i have encountered is the unpredictable behaviour of the bubble level: with the legs fully and evenly extended, over a flat surface (eg: the floor) the bubble doesn't always
from www.amazon.com
with this tripod you can make it by using the extended bar that can be repositioned to an l-like position.
from www.amazon.com
it is tall enough for me full extended.
from www.amazon.com
even with the center column extended horizontally, by paying attention to which direction the legs are pointed, and adding counterweight to the attached hook, (at the head), this tripod is rock solid.

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Positives: Lightweight, Excellent Stability, Nice Affordability, Maximum Height: 57.48 in.

3 RECOMMENDED by 5 people for EXTENDABLE

Davis & Sanford EXPLORER2

$30.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
it is stable even fully extended.
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
her only comment was that it might be just a bit to lightweight and unstable fully extended.
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
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: Nice Affordability, Lightweight, Easy To Use, Fluid Head

4 RECOMMENDED by 6 people for EXTENDABLE

Manfrotto 055XB

$163.00 Est. at Amazon

from "Phil", www1.wolfcamera.com
while not suited for extended travel of trecking it is ideal for most applications.
from www.amazon.com
i couldn't think why i would need an expensive tripod, but after seeing the capabilities of the center column to swing horizontally and how tall the center column extended i was convinced.
from www.amazon.com
when you register your tripod online with bogen imaging, you get your warranty extended to 5 years.
from www.amazon.com
haven't used it with legs spread and center column extended horizontally yet, but i am certain that it will perform well when i do.
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).

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

5 RECOMMENDED by 7 people for EXTENDABLE

Canon 100 Monopod

$35.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.adorama.com
the bronze colored leg extensions make this attractive monopod that stands out from the usual silver or black models.
from www.amazon.com
a tip for newbies like me, when not extended, hold it in your hand with the camera agianst your shoulder and your lens over your shoulder.
from www.amazon.com
i had to keep closing it down and extending it out every time we got in and out of the vehicle, which was often.
from www.amazon.com
fully extended it doesn't flex much and the head has infinite positions/angles.
from www.amazon.com
the other factor was it's length extended, i'm better then 6 feet tall and this is one of the few that would be tall enough for me and still have a great price.

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Positives: Great Affordability, Lightweight, Good Durability, Type: Monopod

Slik PRO 700 DX

$120.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.adorama.com
the tripod is tall enough to enable one to stand under the binoculars and look straight overhead, and yet strong enough to remain stable at the extended height.e.
from "FM", www.bhphotovideo.com
i am six feet tall and can use it comfortably without extending the center column.
from www.bhphotovideo.com
i'm 5'10 and with the legs fully extended with my 20d, i can just peek into the view finder.
from www.bhphotovideo.com
even fully extended, the column provides good support.
from www.amazon.com
if anyone from slik reads this, i'd suggest you just put a 25 cent bolt into the bottom of the extension tube plug, and that way the handles (which mate together) could be stored attached to the

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

VELBON MONOPOD

$39.00 Est. at Amazon

from A Customer from Minneapolis, MN, clickfrom.buy.com
when fully extended, it is slightly too tall for me (i am 5'11") but the extra length came in handy when i took pictures and videos downhill.
from www.bhphotovideo.com
38mm extended height : approx.
from www.amazon.com
the legs slide smoothly and the whole construct is quite steady even when fully extended.
from www.amazon.com
each of the three sections that can be extended do not shake when wiggled and will stay in place once locked.

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Positives: Great Affordability, Lightweight, Excellent Portability, Head Type: Ballhead

Opteka OPT7000

$30.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
it's also the tallest tripod i could find without getting special extensions.
from www.amazon.com
it's very lightweight, but stays sturdy even fully extended.
from www.amazon.com
other great features include the 70" extension which makes it is quite versatile and there are two levelers as well.
from www.amazon.com
the three legs each have two separate extension poles with easy-to-use fasteners, so the tripod can be quickly adjusted to the desired height.
from www.amazon.com
maximum extended height: 70 inches (5.83 feet)

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Positives: Nice Affordability, Lightweight, Easy To Use, Type: Tripod

Sony VCT-R640

$53.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.pricegrabber.com
it can be extended to 62 inches but it is still light enough while carrying.
from www.pricegrabber.com
field master tripod strengths: light and steady with the ability to hold a camera with an extended long range lens without tipping over.
from www.mwave.com
summary: light and steady with the ability to hold a camera with an extended long range lens without tipping over.
from www.pricegrabber.com
light and steady with the ability to hold a camera with an extended long range lens without tipping over.
from www.amazon.com
and while the legs, when fully extended, don't bring it all the way up to eye level, it brings it close enough to keep you comfortable while looking through the camera.

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

Manfrotto 190XPROB 3 Section Aluminum Pro

$300.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
in one restricted situation i had one unextended leg in its fully open (#4 position), while two others were fully extended (in #1 position, with the extension rod tilted at a 90 degree angle.
from www.amazon.com
with different leg angles, extensions, and the q90 column, you can get the camera position you need on any terrain.
from www.amazon.com
tight, smooth, and very stable, even with the center column fully extended.
from www.amazon.com
the tripod would be a trifle unsteady when the center column is fully extended, so you might want to check the max height before you purchase it.

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Positives: Excellent Versatility, Lightweight, Excellent Affordability, Head Type: Panhead

Manfrotto 680B Monopod 4-SCTN

$56.00 Est. at Amazon

from "Rick of wild image", www.adorama.com
i have only begun to use the monopod, but have already been impressed by the ease of extension and locking / unlocking.
from www.amazon.com
at full extension without your head attached, it measures 60 inches.
from www.amazon.com
it does however lack an inch or two when fully extended, in my opinion.
from www.amazon.com
simply select the amount of "reach" you want with this snappy cugdel by extending the legs and you can wreak severe havok upon any unfortunate intruder who had the mistake of choosing your house.

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Positives: Great Affordability, Nice Portability, Nice Versatility, Maximum Height: 60.63 in.

685B Monopod

$148.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.bhphotovideo.com
extra touches: a foam sleeve on the top shaft section for comfort; an extending spike base with removable rubber suction cup foot for indoor/outdoor use.
from www.bhphotovideo.com
the only gripes i have are the following: 1) when extended to standing height (almost full length), the monopod is a bit shaky.
from "Ray T", www.bhphotovideo.com
very rugged monopod with quick extension and collapse times.
from www.amazon.com
the foot cup can be turned so a pointed end is revealed to allow stability when shooting on the earth and of course, extended to add stability for floor use.

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Positives: Good Durability, Lightweight, Nice Affordability, Type: Monopod

Manfrotto Digi 728B

$189.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
i often use it extended to near max height.
from www.amazon.com
i'm able to go from fully compact to fully extended and locked in about 20 seconds and then back to compact in about 15 seconds (not trying to blaze through it, just average speed).
from www.amazon.com
considering the leg part only, it is very stable, easy to manipulate, including the fold and unfold - extension of the legs.
from www.amazon.com
the legs are good and sturdy (unless completely extended), but i'm not sure whether the slight instability comes from the integrated head or the center column.

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

Manfrotto 055CXPRO3 Carbon Fiber 3 Section

$382.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
by height i mean the height without the center pole extended.
from www.amazon.com
i'm 6'1", and with the legs extended, my nikon d300 is right at eye level.

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Positives: Excellent Affordability, Great Versatility, Lightweight, Maximum Height: 68.9 in.

Sunpak 9002DX Photo & Video

$50.00 Est. at Amazon

from "Angie", www.bhphotovideo.com
i love the fact that it is nice and tall when fully extended...
from Mark C. from Ravenna, Mi, clickfrom.buy.com
once unlocked, you can let the legs fall to full extension if you desire or the opposite when packing up.
from www.amazon.com
the tripod has excellent maximum height when fully extended.
from www.amazon.com
* locking clasps for extending legs so it dosent fall down.
from www.amazon.com
double bubble level, 2 quick release plates, carrying handle, weight hook, great full extended height!

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

Joby Gorillapod Focus GP8 Flexible

$100.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
it also works well when a tripod is needed when taking night photos with an extended exposure time.
from www.amazon.com
it provides fairly firm support for the camera, and has a quick release mechanism for extended tripod work if needed.
from www.amazon.com
even with the lens fully extended the camera doesn't shake or drop down.
from www.amazon.com
the legs can be extended by taking pieces from the other legs - they just snap together.

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

Bogen Imaging 3001Pro

$103.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.pricegrabber.com
it feels very strong, even with the center column extended.
from www.pricegrabber.com
the clamps are easy to operate for the leg extensions.

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

Hakuba Tabletop

$15.00 Est. at Amazon

from David from Miramar, FL, clickfrom.buy.com
table, counter, etc.) the only negative thing is that it only stands a little over 12" tall when fully extended.
from A Customer from Forest Hills, NY, clickfrom.buy.com
my only complaint is that, when the legs are fully extended, the stance is a little narrow for my liking and if a dslr with a decent lens is attached there's a danger of tipping.
from Willis from St. Amant, LA, clickfrom.buy.com
has extendable legs and the ball head holds your camera firmly.

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

785 Modo

$60.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.adorama.com
it's only shortcoming is that at it's highest extension, the lowermost legs seem a bit fragile.
from www.amazon.com
probably safely increase the load capacity (in the tightest leg spread - it is substantially weaker when you move to the wider setting), if you were willing to sacrifice the lower leg extensions.
from www.amazon.com
with the legs fully extended the height almost equals that of a heavier tripod.
from www.amazon.com
especially when fully extended then lowest leg pieces are so thin that that can wobble of you push against the tripod with a d50 or similar camera one.
from www.amazon.com
the legs are sturdy enough to support the weight of the camera, even when fully extended, and the ball head keeps the camera from moving, regardless of the head position.

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

Sony VCT-MTK

$19.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.onsale.com
the tripod can range from 4" to almost 6.5" with complete extension of the two stage adjustable legs.
from www.amazon.com
otherwise, this is one of the shortest compact tripods that becomes one of the longest when its legs are fully extended.
from www.amazon.com
the legs have two friction extensions and rubber feet.

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

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Best Tripods for Extendable

Pro Line Dolica AX620B100 Proline Aluminum

Manfrotto 190XPROB PRO ALU

Davis & Sanford EXPLORER2

Manfrotto 055XB

Canon 100 Monopod

Slik PRO 700 DX

VELBON MONOPOD

Opteka OPT7000

Sony VCT-R640

Manfrotto 190XPROB 3 Section Aluminum Pro

Manfrotto 680B Monopod 4-SCTN

685B Monopod

Manfrotto Digi 728B

Manfrotto 055CXPRO3 Carbon Fiber 3 Section

Sunpak 9002DX Photo & Video

Joby Gorillapod Focus GP8 Flexible

Bogen Imaging 3001Pro

Hakuba Tabletop

785 Modo

Sony VCT-MTK

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