Sunpak 620-092 9002DX Tripod with 3-Way Quick-Release Pan Head by Sunpak
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Digital camera reviews of Sunpak 620-092 9002DX Tripod with 3-Way Quick-Release Pan Head
Digital camera Review: 4 Stars for the Sunpak 9002DX - Great Tripod for the Beginners
Summary: 4 Stars
UPS just delivered this tripod and i played around with this for a while. Lots of features. The tripod allows you to move the camera in almost all possible directions. Perhaps the best feature is when fully collapsed, it stands around 25 inches high. However when fully expanded. It around 6.5 ft high. So now matter how tall you are(unless you play in the NBA) you would be able to extend the height of the camera.
Why did i not give it 5 stars? As many other reviews, i agree that the plastic material used is nowhere near top quality and the entire tripod doesnt feel rock solid. But its solid enough for me(being a beginner).
And yeah, the extra camera mount is a plus. Now i can mounts my other camera on the same tripod real quick without having to remove the mount from first camera.
And yeah, free shipping and no tax is a good reason to buy this from Amazon.
Digital camera Review: Also consider Slik U9000
Summary: 2 Stars
I ordered this Sunpak tripod and the Slik U9000. I decided to keep the Slik tripod because it felt smoother and more solid. The size, price, and weight of the two tripods were similar. Here are some other observations:
The Sunpak tripod has two bubble levels. One at the top of the tripod base and one on the tripod head. This is a nice feature. The Slik U9000 only has one bubble level on the tripod base.
The Sunpak handle is slightly awkward because it is not at the center of gravity when the tripod is collapsed. The Slik tripod has no handle.
The Sunpak tripod has a plastic hook that feels somewhat flimsy. The Slik unit has no hook. (but I can still tie weight around the center post if i really need it)
And finally, some links for reference:
Slik Heavy-Duty Tripod with 3-Way Fluid-Effect Head and Built-In Bubble Level
Slik U9000 Video / Photo Tripod with a Soft Carrying Case
Digital camera Review: Arrived broken
Summary: 1 Stars
Mine arrived with the ball head broken off. The packing was awful, but that even wasn't the mail reason - the inner Sunpak box was barely deformed. I truly understand that I shouldn't have expected much for 29 bucks, but I expected it at least not to fall apart. The overall quality was very bad as well, the whole thing wobbled too much. And this model does not come with the carrying case. Shortly after I returned it I accidentally came across a similar quality level no-name tripod in Ross, but there were three key differences. First, it costed $5.99 (that is - six bucks) - a fair price for this. Second, it was WAY more stable and sturdy and did not break down so far (couple weeks since I bought it). And third - it came with a nylon case. It is still a very cheap and low quality tripod, but unlike this one, it works, and it costs 1/5th of its price. Hope this helps to make a decision.Digital camera Review: Bad Experience
Summary: 1 Stars
I ordered this tripod through Amazon and it came a couple days later but when I opened the package I heard some rattling. When I took the tripod out of the plastic bag that it comes in, I noticed a couple of little black plastic pieces and quickly realized that it was from something that had broken inside the tripod. When I pulled the tripod out and extended the legs, one of the three quickly fell to the floor and came right off the tripod body. It appears that the connector that holds the leg on to the body was broken and it looks like it is made out of very cheap plastic. I don't see how this item would have a long lifespan being built with this cheap plastic.
After I realized that the tripod was broken and could not work at all, I called Amazon support to see if they could get another one shipped out quickly. Of course I was connected with Adam from India and he told me that there was no way to do this because they were on backorder until the second week of Feb. (1 month from now); however he told me that I could order it from an Amazon reseller for $15 extra + $20 for shipping if I'd like.
I needed this tripod because I'm leaving the country in a couple of days so I couldn't wait for Amazon to restock it's warehouse. Bad experience with Sunpak and bad experience with Amazon.
Digital camera Review: Better than expected
Summary: 5 Stars
Bought this tri-pod for my teenage son. I was a little hesitant, as some reviews tended to depict the product as cheaply made and unstable.
I have to think those reviewers were used to more professional-grade photographic equipment. This project exceeded my and my son's expectations. It's easy to use, seems well-made and well-equipped; it's light and easy to carry. It's everything we wanted and much higher quality than we expected for the price.
This purchase is not being used by professional photographers, so I'm not comparing it to more expensive models made for such use. But for the average photo taker/video maker, it's a great choice!