1 Nice tripod for the price
Not super fancy, but has all the basics, no tax and free shipping make it a real value
2 The Best Value Tripod
I recently purchased the Vivitar V-2400GX Video/Photo Tripod. When i opened the box it was a small but light tripod that was easy to carry. As soon as I get something i like to try it out so guess what! I un-did the clips and let the legs extend to a hight of 60". It even has a bubble aligner so your sure you have the perfect video. There are lots of screws to hold the components in place so to turn the head you have to loosen the screw and then turn it. If your an ameteur or professional photographer and were looking for an inexpensive tripod here you go.
3 Excellent Lightweight Tripod
This is not a heavy duty professional tripod, but then again, it does not have the heavy duty professional price attached to it either. It is engineered for use with almost any type of camera and its compact size makes it the perfect tripod to take along anywhere. It has a weight of only a little more than 2 pounds and has a folded length of 22 inches. With an extended height of 60 inches, it is perfect for almost any application, including portraits and landscapes.
This tripod has some professional features, like the bubble level, 3 way panhead, accessory hook. The flip lever leg locks allows for easy and quick setup/takedown. A tripod doesn't have to be that complicated, just hold the camera steady and secure. This tripod does the job. I can't find much difference between this tripod and one costing ... more.
For an entry level tripod, or just the weekend photographer, this is a great tripod to have and transport!
4 Lightweight, portable, sturdy
Yes there is a risk of stripping gears but I haven't had that happen. It's a decently priced, portable and sturdy piece of equipment. Maybe not the top of the line a professional photographer would buy but definately good for hobbyists or general users who just need a tripod and want one that will a) stand up without wobbling b) not cost and arm and a leg.
It is fully adjustable in pretty much every way you could expect as well. Lift flip switch and rotate till your hearts content.
Just don't throw it off a cliff or give it to roudy group of toddlers to play with and you should be ok.
5 Not a good buy.
I have this tripod for just 3 months. I have used about 3 times. The head has come apart from the center post. It appears the head screwed into the center post and the grooves have stripped. It is going to cost me shipping plus an additional $3.50 to send it back for repair or replacement.
Additionally, the tripod is steady if you use the hook at the bottom to hang your camera or gadget bag but make sure you tighten down the screw that holds the center post or it will wobble on you.
I realize it's an inexpensive (cheap) tripod but just because it doesn't cost much doesn't mean it has to be made poorly. Buy it at your own risk.
6 Great Value
As one person noted, there is not much you can say about a tripod. This Vivitar is light, easy to handle and carry. Great for the hobbyist. It has a nice tight fluid motion, feels stable, and the quick release allows for switching from camcorder to digital or 35mm camera on demand. Vivitar managed to get a lot out of a light weight tripod on this one. It should work for any amature and some serious filming. No, it is not the professional model, but it certainly will work great for anything short of professional requirements.
7 Great Value & price!
I use this tripod with 7th & 8th grade students using a digital camcorder to make i-movies. It's held up well and I'm planning on purchasing another so they don't need to argue over who's turn it is to use it. Very easy to use. The built in level bubble is a plus. Very adaptable height wise.
8 Not bad for the price, but kinda fragile
This tripod worked great, but it only took a month of barely even being used to wear down. In fact, I think I've only used it about 5 times, and now the strings have been completely smoothed out so now the head of it cant move without falling off, rendering it pointless to use. This is all due to the fact that the top of it is plastic, and the supporter part is metal. This is why it wore out so fast. Try and find a better material tripod if you plan to use it and keep using it.
9 Good Quality For The Price
There isn't much you can say about a tripod. This one seems to be a good value. After I ordered mine through Amazon I checked out a few camera stores in my area and found this same tripod or ones equivalent for about ten dollars more. The construction is pretty solid and it doesn't have a cheap feel to it at all. I'm not a professional photographer and so far this tripod has held up to mild use very well. I would recommend it any hobbiest.
10 Bravo Vivitar!
Tripods should be reliable, inexpensive (c'mon, it's a tripod) sturdy, and easy to set up... this 'pod offers it all. An attractive little number, it is very lightweight, only 30 or so dollars, a snap to set up, and very sturdy...especially in this "snap and go" world... a good cheap buy!
11 Great Tripod
This tripod is very sturdy and well built. I have a tripod of the same quality or less and I have taken it every where. I have taken a tripod to some places people wouldn't. I've stuck it in swamps, it bounces around in a tote on our 4-wheeler. It holds up to abuse and so will this one. A great tripod for the average or slight advanced photographer.
12 A light weight, but solid tripod
I purchased the Vivitar V-2400GX tripod for my camcorder. This tripod is light weight, yet very solid. When using increasing magnifications, any shaking will be magnified as well. I could carry this tripod very easily and setup was a snap. I used this for a recent graduation ceremony and it eliminated any shaking. This tripod is solid. You do not need to worry about knocking it over. It won't.
13 Vivitar V-2400GX Video/Photo Tripod
Light weight (under 3lbs), aluminum legs, and a max height of ~60 inches. Geared center column design adds precise vertical control when using the fluid 3-way panhead. It has a quick release mounting platform and a bubble leveler. If you're looking tripod that cost under $30, I would recommend this one.
14 good price, good value
This tripod stays in the affordable price range and could easily be used for the new lightweight digital camcorders and cameras. It's easy to set up and works for on the spot stuff. I found the clamping mechanisms a lot handier than the old tripod I used that had screw mechanisms. The hanging hook is a welcome addition, especially if you're the amateur and want to tuck the equipment away. Very nice for the price and load bearing.
