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MFG# TMA37AL
Samy's Part# S-039640
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The Benro TMA37AL Long Series 3 Mach3 Aluminum Tripod features aluminum leg construction making them both lightweight and sturdy. Also included both a functional dust cover and a beautiful carrying case with each Mach3 tripod. It is extremely simple to convert one of the Mach3's tripod legs into...
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MFG# GK1545T82TQDUS
Samy's Part# S-063878
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The Gitzo GT1545T Series 1 Traveler Carbon Fiber Tripod with Center Ball Head is a compact support system with legs that fold around the center column and optional head. These reverse-folding legs contribute to the tripod's folded length of just 16.7". It extends to 60.2" high and can hold up

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MFG# RRS-9000541
Samy's Part# S-085091
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The Really Right Stuff L-Bracket for Canon R5, R5 Mark II, R6 & R6 Mark II
is made from 6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum and compatible with most Arca-type systems. This additional mounting option allows you to quickly change between landscape and portrait orientations and minimizes the need to...
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MFG# TTOR34CGX35
Samy's Part# S-067631
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The small yet mighty Benro Tortoise Columnless Carbon Fiber Three Series Tripod with GX35 Ball Head
is a compact, lightweight travel tripod with a high load capacity and remarkable stability. The center column-free design makes it nimble and lightweight for travel and reduces the potential for...
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MFG# MKBFRTC4BHUS
Samy's Part# S-069185
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Manfrotto's Befree advanced Carbon Twist travel tripod and ball head kit is the ideal solution for advanced hobbyist photographers looking for a
super-lightweight support that ensures maximum performance on the go. The carbon fibre legs are developed to keep weight down to a minimum while ensuring...
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MFG# MK190XPRO33W1
Samy's Part# S-069181
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Adaptable, capable and clever. The Manfrotto 190X Tripod with 804 3-Way Head and Quick Release Plate is the ultimate tripod with head kit for professionals looking for an innovative stand and photo head combo. Recently updated to ensure it’s perfect for the latest equipment, this clever set can be easily...
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MFG# R2204E20
Samy's Part# S-073468
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The 2.9 lb Sirui R2204 Carbon Fiber Tripod with E-20 Ball Head
 is a 4-section support with carbon fiber-constructed tubes and a twist-leg lock system. You can disengage the locks; therefore, the legs are extendable, along with the rapid center column, to a maximum height of 64.2". With variable...
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MFG# AR3204
Samy's Part# S-076592
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The Sirui AR3204 4-Section Carbon Fiber Tripod
is a lightweight and compact tripod that provides a maximum height of 59" and supports a load capacity of 55 lb. Mount your camera directly, attach a head to the flat base, or add a separately available center column for even greater height. The carbon...
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MFG# RRS9000046
Samy's Part# S-075343
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The Really Right Stuff Modular L-Plate Set for Nikon Z9
is a modular design composed of an Arca-type compatible base plate and L-component that facilitate easier, more stable switching between horizontal and vertical shooting orientations. Laser-engraved center marks on the back of the plate help...
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MFG# MK290XTA3-2WUS
Samy's Part# S-044219
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The Manfrotto 290 Xtra Aluminum Tripod with 128RC Micro Fluid Video Head comes in a kit with a lightweight aluminum fluid head with pan bar and quick release camera plate complete with secondary security. It features smooth, fluid movement, pan and tilt locks. This head is ideal for cameras up...
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MFG# MK290XTA3-3WUS
Samy's Part# S-040681
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The Manfrotto MK290XTA3-3WUS 290 Xtra Aluminum Tripod with 804 3-Way Pan/Tilt Head is the perfect solution in terms of stability for hobbyist photographers.

The 290 Xtra is a 3-section tripod, the biggest in the 290 range, with aluminum leg tubes and special top casting enhancing rigidity, durability...
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MFG# RRS-900017
Samy's Part# S-078519
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The Really Right Stuff Modular L-Set for Nikon Z 8 is precision machined from solid blocks of 6061-T6 aluminum. Fully compatible with any RRS quick-release system, our plates feature precisely contoured anti-twist flanges for a perfect fit that prevents twisting between the camera and our plate.
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MFG# TCBA15FS20PROC
Samy's Part# S-078609
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The Benro CyanBird Aluminum Tripod with FS20PRO 2-in-1 Pan Head
 is a travel-friendly tripod that can go wherever your creativity takes you. Boasting a sleek ocean blue design, this lightweight and versatile tripod is perfect for photo, video, and content creation. It has a load capacity of 9.92...
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MFG# 500PLONG
Samy's Part# S-038326
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The Manfrotto 500PLONG Video Camera Plate is a long version of the standard plate. The plate allows perfect balance for camcorders with unusual weight distribution caused by long telephoto lenses or heavy batteries. It is supplied with 1/4" and 3/8” camera screws and an anti-rotation pin.
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MFG# 618752
Samy's Part# SLIK618752
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Quick-release plate for Universal U212 Tripod.

Fits: 35DN, 102, 112, 212DLX, 1000, SL-61, SL-51S (Japnese Version) S103, S302, Slik 1000, Sport II, U112, U210, U212DLX
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MFG# RSS-9000194
Samy's Part# S-079766
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Elevate your vision with the Really Right Stuff MC-LS Universal L-Bracket,
which was designed to be the one plate that works seamlessly with any camera, any time. The MC-LS is the ultimate universal choice for capturing your world with unparalleled confidence. This customizable L-bracket can be...
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MFG# MM294C4
Samy's Part# S-022177
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The Manfrotto 294 Carbon Fiber Monopod has a 4-section carbon composite leg that’s both lightweight and rigid in order to help hold the camera stable and minimize vibration. Like the rest of the 290 Carbon range, the 294 Monopod uses a “next-generation” carbon tubing: an innovative composite tube derived...
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MFG# 618335
Samy's Part# SLIK618335
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Round quick release plate with cork-pad with 1/4"-20 camera screw. Fits Pro 800 ballhead and 700DX tripod.
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MFG# MBMBAG80PN
Samy's Part# S-003773
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The Manfrotto MBAG80PN Padded Tripod Bag is a padded ballistic nylon bag designed to carry Manfrotto tripod with a head up to 31" long. Thermoform padding holds the tripod in place and protects it, especially the head, during transport. It also serves a double purpose by protecting the tripod's...
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MFG# MBMBAG80N
Samy's Part# S-002055
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The Manfrotto MBAG80N Tripod Bag is an unpadded ballistic nylon bag designed to carry Manfrotto tripods with head up to 31" long. The end cap is padded to offer protection to the tripod head. The zipper extends down the length of the bag, but also fully opens the top end of the bag. The end opening...
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MFG# ROUND-PL
Samy's Part# S-046701
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The innovative Manfrotto Round Quick-Release Plate for Compact Action Tripods release sets a new standard of simplicity and adjustability to any camera devices. The new round quick release system is fast, adaptable and foolproof. The innovative circular quick release plate is perfect for effortless...
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MFG# 615600
Samy's Part# SLIK615600
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Slik's exclusive A.M.T. super titanium alloy legs make the Pro Pod 600 monopod rock steady yet lighter than it looks. The A.M.T. alloy has a 40% greater strength-to-weight ratio than standard aluminum. Therefore, the tubing used in this monopod is lighter weight yet stronger than the standard...
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MFG# PIXIEVO-RD
Samy's Part# S-045311
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The Manfrotto PIXI EVO Mini Tripod (Red) is the evolution of the already existing PIXI mini tripod. It has been designed as a lightweight portable solution to support cameras with larger lenses and its rich feature set provides flexibility of use, robustness and great variety of framing. PIXI EVO tripod...
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MFG# MTPIXIMIIB
Samy's Part# S-082817
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Take it with you. The 
Manfrotto PIXI is the perfect mini tripod for Compact System Cameras (CSC).
An ideal solution for photographers searching for a lightweight, portable, and easy-to-use support system. The Manfrotto PIXI helps you to flawlessly capture challenging video shots that are steady and smooth....
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MFG# BK15
Samy's Part# S-066552
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Macro photography, vacation photos, and Zoom meetings. With the Benro Tabletop Tripod & Selfie Stick for Smartphones,
 you can use your phone's camera system in these and other interesting ways. The BK15 is made to easily convert between a tripod and a selfie stick with three built-in foldable...
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MFG# 2503001
Samy's Part# S-042288
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Replace an existing arca-compatible plate with the Tripod Plate 50. The BlackRapid Tripod Plate 50 Quick-Release Plate (50mm) allows you to switch from your tripod to your R-strap effortlessly, without having to unscrew the plate. Comes with our FastenR Tripod screw and fits all 1⁄4-20 sockets.

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MFG# 618330
Samy's Part# SLIK618330
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Replacement quick release plate for the Able 300DX tripod and tripod head, Pro 330 DX, Pro 340 DX, Pro 400 DX, Pro 500 DX and SH-705E tripods. With 1/4"-20 camera screw.
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MFG# BASE85G
Samy's Part# S-064613
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The 
3 Legged Thing Base85 Arca Swiss Compatible 85mm Wide Quick Release Plate (Metallic Slate Gray) is an Arca Swiss compatible replacement base plate for 3 Legged Thing's Ellie L-bracket system. 85mm in length, the plate is formed from anodised magnesium alloy, includes a Stainless Steel 1/4"-20...
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MFG# MT44B
Samy's Part# S-077491
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The Ulanzi MT-44 Extendable Vlog Tripod (Black)
- Upgrade can be used as a mini tripod or a selfie stick for compact cameras and smartphones. It adjusts from a collapsed 12.7" to 57.6" in six sections. The bottom handle opens up to function as a tripod base. The camera mount on top transforms...
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MFG# JB01517
Samy's Part# S-054602
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The Joby GorillaPod Mobile Mini Flexible Stand for Smartphones is a versatile and portable mini GorillaPod tripod that fits most iPhones, Androids and Windows phones. Expand your creativity with the GorillaPod Mobile Mini. Rubberized jaws securely hold phone while flexible leg joints ensure st...
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MFG# JB01504
Samy's Part# S-054599
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The Joby GorillaPod Magnetic Mini Flexible Mini-Tripod is a super portable, compact tripod with magnetic feet that offers a multitude of mounting solutions in a small travel-ready size. Feel that? It's the pull of the redesigned GorillaPod Magnetic Mini: a portable, compact tripod with red-hot...
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MFG# 2125
Samy's Part# S-030292
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This new Acratech Stainless Steel 5/32 Allen Wrench fits the Arca-Swiss style quick release plates from most manufactures. It includes a quick disconnect and a ring, so it is easy to use and it will always be there when you need it.
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MFG# SSMRST
Samy's Part# S-037055
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The Tether Tools StrapMoore For Laptop Power Brick is a handy contraption that secures to the leg of any tripod, light stand, pole, beam, table, chair and much more. Use it to secure a laptop power brick, charger, phone, off-camera flash, transmitter/receiver, microphone, battery, external hard...
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MFG# C12210002
Samy's Part# S-058462
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The three key way head fitting of the 
OConnor C1221-0002 Cine HD Baby Aluminum Alloy Tripod Legs (Mitchell) makes for quicker mounting of Mitchell mount tripod heads, while still maintaining the solid support O'Connor is known for. The single-stage design and die-cast spider ensure maximum rigidity...
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MFG# GT5563GSUS
Samy's Part# S-055502
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The Gitzo GT5563GS Systematic Series 5 Carbon Fiber Tripod (Giant)
is a high capacity carbon fiber tripod that represents the ultimate goals of the Systematic lineup-minimal weight, durability, and uncompromising stability. For those looking for the most stable support system possible, the Series...
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MFG# GT5543XLSUS
Samy's Part# S-055804
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The pinnacle of Gitzo’s Systematic line, the Extra Long GT5543XLS Systematic Series 5 Carbon Fiber Tripod combines all of the stability, rigidity, and adaptability that Gitzo is known for into this 6-section tripod. This tripod is as heavy duty as they come, reaching a towering maximum height of 109.45”

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Camera tripods and heads are fundamental camera accessories that provide the stability you simply can't achieve when shooting by hand. If you are struggling to get crisp photos during your shoots, a tripod may be the answer. A tripod acts as a stable base for the camera that allows you to capture images using a slow shutter speed or in situations where you want to capture the exact same image multiple times at different exposures. Camera tripods are particularly important to studio photographers repeating shots and in astrophotography where there is not enough light to hand-hold the camera.

Not only do camera tripods provide stability, but a quality tripod head allows you to make precise adjustments to your camera angle to customize and repeat shots that would otherwise be impossible. Ball head tripods are the most popular type and give you near total freedom to adjust your shooting angle. Fluid head tripods are typically used as video equipment, but many photographers use them to capture beautiful panoramic shots. Here at Samy's, we offer a wide selection of fluid head and ball head tripods that will help you improve your photos.


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)


Do I Need a Tripod for Photography?

While you don't need a tripod to take great photographs, they do help you get the most out of your camera for specific applications. A camera tripod paired with a quality tripod head lets you shoot in low light with a slow shutter, create beautiful long exposure shots, and take photos with long lenses.

Are Tripod Heads Universal?

While not universal, most quality tripod heads feature a threaded 3/8"-16 base mount and a 1/4"-20 male thread to match the 1/4" female thread found at the bottom of most modern cameras. If you are unsure if your camera or tripod is compatible with the head you want, be sure to check their product specifications.

What Are the Different Types of Tripods?

There are various types of tripods available, each designed for specific uses. Traditional tripods are the most common and versatile, suitable for both photography and videography. Travel tripods are lightweight and compact, designed for on-the-go shooting. Monopods are single-legged supports used when mobility is critical, such as in sports photography. Studio tripods are heavy-duty tripods designed for stability in controlled environments. Finally, tabletop tripods are small tripods that can be placed on a flat surface, ideal for vlogging.

How Do I Choose the Right Tripod for My Needs?

Choosing the right tripod depends on your specific needs and the type of photography you do. Consider factors such as the weight of your camera and lens, as heavier equipment will require a more robust tripod. If you travel frequently, a lightweight and compact travel tripod may be ideal. If you're into landscape or long-exposure photography, a sturdy tripod that can withstand wind and other environmental factors is a must.

What Is the Purpose of a Fluid Head Tripod?

A fluid-head tripod is often used in videography because it provides smooth and steady movements when panning or tilting the camera. This results in more professional-looking footage, free from sudden jerks or instability. Fluid heads are also great for photography, especially when capturing panoramic shots or tracking moving subjects with predictable movement patterns.

Can I Use a Tripod in All Weather Conditions?

Most tripods are designed to withstand a variety of weather conditions, but it's always a good idea to check the manufacturer's specifications. Some tripods are specifically designed to be weather-resistant, with features like sealed leg locks to prevent sand or moisture from getting inside. However, regardless of the tripod, it's always important to clean and dry it properly after use in harsh conditions to prolong its lifespan.

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