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MFG# BV8
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The Benro BV8 Twin Leg Aluminum Tripod Kit pairs the 75mm-ball BV8 video head with a twin leg aluminum tripod. The 5-step counterbalance (Step 0-4) allows you to dial in the correct amount of counterbalance for you set-up. Each step provides a different amount of counterbalance. The 0 settings...
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The Benro Polaris Timelapse Edition 2-Axis Smart Tripod Head
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MFG# TTOR35CLVGH2F
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The small yet mighty Benro TTOR35C Carbon Fiber Tripod with GH2F Folding Gimbal Head
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The Manfrotto Mvh502A Head, 546B Tripod With Carry Bag combines the smooth and stylish Mvh502A Fluid Video Head with the 2-stage aluminum 546B Pro Video Tripod--providing an unbeatable combination of stability, affordability, and precise control. This versatile system was designed with inde...
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MFG# 058B
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The Manfrotto 058B Aluminum Tripod is a professional tripod ideal for use with medium format and 4x5" cameras. It features a built-in bubble level, and automatic leg release system which allows for simultaneous or individual release of the leg sections. This system permits the legs to be extended...
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Speed and digital precision are paramount in the latest 405 Pro Digital Geared Tripod Head from Manfrotto. The 405 provides ideal support and fast, pinpoint positioning for professional medium format cameras with conventional or digital backs.

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MFG# 475B
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The Manfrotto 475B Aluminum Pro Geared Tripod is a workhorse with modernized features, in essence a much improved version of the venerable 3036. It can extend to over 6' tall, and the geared center column cannot lose height accidentally. The 475 maintains stability at all heights, and the innovative...
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This feature packed, sleek and slim gimbal head supports an impressive 14 pounds and is ideal for telephoto lenses and spotting scopes. The Benro GH2F Folding Gimbal Head with Arca-Type Quick Release Plate is also the perfect solution for high-quality, vertical video shooting for social media. And it folds up in a compact package for quick,
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MFG# 028B
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The Manfrotto 028B Camera Tripod is a strong, sturdy tripod with a geared center column built for industrial and studio applications. Standard features include the tandem leg design, built-in bubble level, and rubber feet with retractable spikes. The geared center column has a non roll-back feature

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MFG# MT055CXPRO3
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The Manfrotto MT055CXPRO3 Carbon Fiber Tripod delivers maximum rigidity from the lightest components; a masterpiece of engineering designed for photographers who want the best from their tripod and need it to be easily transportable. The 100% carbon fiber tubes and new QPL leg locking system increase...
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MFG# GM4552L
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The Gitzo GM4552L Series 4 Carbon Fiber Monopod is a 5-section, carbon fiber monopod. It is the tallest model in the range, designed to securely provide low-footprint elevation and be lightweight, particularly effective when shooting over crowds and fences. The GM4552L is a professional solution...
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MFG# GH1382QD
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The Gitzo GH1382QD Series 1 Center Ball Head is extremely balanced and versatile. It is engineered and designed focusing on ultimate smoothness and precision of the movement and locking. GH1382QD is the medium sized head, designed for Series 0 and 1 Mountaineer tripods, and also fits between the...
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MFG# MK055XPRO3-BHQ2
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The Manfrotto Aluminum Tripod With XPRO Ball Head And 200PL QR Plate is a must-have shooting kit for passionate photographers. The Manfrotto Aluminum 3-Section Tripod with XPRO Ball Head includes a flexible 200PL plate so you can use it with many devices. It also features a sturdy tripod and ball...
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MFG# TMA38CL
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The Benro TMA38CL Long Series 3 Mach3 Carbon Fiber Tripod supports up to 35.3 lb worth of gear. Made from 9-layer carbon fiber, the 4-section legs are secured via twist locks and extend to a maximum height of 69.7". The center column can be replaced with the included short column to allow the...
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MFG# 181B
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Single lever braking system controls all three 3" wheels and folds easily for transporting and storage. Features a 3/8" attachment on the center spider allowing positioning of a head for low angle shooting. Accepts tripods with rubber/metal retractable spiked feet.

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MFG# 755XB
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The extremely versatile 755XB MDeVe Aluminum Video Tripod from Manfrotto is ideal for Mini DV camcorders. Made entirely of aluminum, the 755XB has a removable center column with a built-in 50mm levelling ball and bubble spirit level that can easily be fitted as a lateral arm. Not only does this...
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MFG# GH1382TQD
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The Gitzo Series 1 Traveler Center Ball Head is extremely balanced and versatile heads, engineered and designed focusing on ultimate smoothness and precision of the movement and locking. GH1382TQD is the slimmest in the range, designed to fit between the folded legs of Series 0 and 1 Traveler...
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MFG# TAD28CB2
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The Benro TAD28CB2 Series 2 Adventure Carbon Fiber Tripod with B2 Ball Head features 8x Carbon Fiber legs. The TAD28CB2 contains a triple action ballhead with quick release plate. With separate controls for pan lock, drag, and ball lock, this head gives you complete control. The included quick...
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MFG# MK190X32W
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The Manfrotto 190X3 3 Section Tripod with MHXPRO-2W Fluid Head is available as a kit with the new XPRO Fluid head with quick-release camera plate. The key feature of the 190X is the ground level adapter which allows great shooting creativity. Once placed on the top casting and combined with the...
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MFG# PH30
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The 9.8" tall 
Sirui PH-30 Carbon Fiber Gimbal Head can tilt and rotate a camera and a large telephoto lens that weighs up to 55.1 lb with ease and smoothness, so it can track fast-moving subjects such as in sports or bird photography. Moreover, the head tilts from -60 to 150° and pans a full 360°,...
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MFG# GM2562T
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The Gitzo Series 2 Traveler Carbon Fiber Monopod is the most compact monopod in the range with a 6-section construction and the compact Traveler G-locks. It is surprisingly strong thanks to the stiff Carbon eXact tubing. The new, stable foot is not interchangeable with Gitzo’s optional feet, but...
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MFG# 330707
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The Superball M-1 ballhead provides a high clamping force. One large locking lever locks all and ensures simple and rapid operation. It locks down firmly with just a twist. A panning base allows for easy and fast positioning.

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MFG# BV6H
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The Benro BV6 Video Head is a lightweight video head with professional stepped controls ideal for camera setups up to 13.2 lb. The BV6H is equipped with operator side controls which are located on the left side of the head making it easy to adjust while operating the camera.

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MFG# 229
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The Manfrotto 229 Super Pro Head is a finely machined head, designed for greater positioning precision with smooth, certain action. It features three built-in bubble levels for horizontal and vertical control, and the oversized handles have calibrated degree indicators viewed from the operator's

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MFG# MVK500190X3
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The Manfrotto MT190X3 3-Section Aluminum Tripod with MVH500AH Fluid Head Hybrid Kit is a video hybrid kit composed by MVH500AH fluid video head flat base and 190X3 photo tripod. Combining the flexibility with payload until 5kg, the features of the head - its counterbalance system, tilt fluidity...
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The Benro TMA27C Series 2 Mach3 Carbon Fiber Tripod features 9x Carbon Fiber legs. Constructed from 9 layers of carbon fiber, these legs maximize the strength-to-weight ratio of the tripod legs, which gives you the sturdiness you require without weighing you down.

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The Manfrotto 127VS Variable Leg Spread Portable Tripod Dolly is designed for light and medium weight tripods. The 76mm wheels have a sure-lock feature that raises the wheels free of the ground so that the dolly rests on separate feet. The 127VS Spreader allows variable spreading of the legs....
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MFG# P325FLVH10
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The Sirui P-325FL Carbon Fiber Monopod with VH10X Head
 is a versatile, feature-laden carbon fiber tripod with a load capacity of 13.2 pounds and a maximum height of 70.7 inches. The monopod extends and folds quickly thanks to the ergonomic flip-lock joints. The head plate incorporates a quick...
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The Manfrotto Befree Live Video Tripod Kit with Twist Leg Locks is the most compact travel video tripod kit, dedicated to hobbyist videographers and vloggers who want maximum performance, even when they are on the go. It is easy to carry everywhere thanks to its compact size and it fulfils an...
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The Benro TAD28C Series 2 Adventure Carbon Fiber Tripod features 8x Carbon Fiber legs. Constructed out of 8 layers of carbon fiber, these legs offer high levels of strength and very low weight. It supports up to 26.5 lb, weighs 3.2 lb, extends up to 61.4", and folds down to 20.7". Its 4-section...
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The Sirui P-325FL Carbon Fiber Monopod with VA5 Head is a versatile, feature-laden carbon fiber tripod with a load capacity of 6.6 pounds and a maximum height of 70.2 inches. The monopod extends and folds quickly thanks to the ergonomic flip-lock joints. The head plate incorporates a quick release

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The key feature of the Manfrotto MT055XPRO3 Aluminum Tripod is its 90° center column mechanism, which allows the column to be extended vertically as normal, or horizontally to open up a wide range of framing and shooting possibilities; this makes the 055XPRO3 an extremely versatile tripod, suitable...
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The Zacuto VCT Tripod Plate adapts any standard tripod head into a VCT-14 style tripod. This tripod Plate will accept the VCT Universal Baseplate and allow for quick transitions between shoulder mounted and tripod shooting. It is highly recommended for use with Zacuto Next Generation Recoil rigs.

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The Manfrotto 327RC2 Joystick Ball Tripod Head is constructed of magnesium, providing superior performance and durability, making it the best choice for advanced users with high-end and full frame cameras.

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The Really Right Stuff Modular L-Plate Set for Nikon Z9
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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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