11 best tripods according to customer reviews

Taking photos and videos today is a popular entertainment and hobby for many. Large companies in the world offer a huge range of accessories for professionals and ordinary lovers, among which tripods and monopods are very popular for cameras and smartphones.

Top best camera and camcorder racks

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best floor tripods - tripods for cameras and camcorders	1	SONY VCT-R640	4 499 ₽
	2	ERA ECS-3570	1 990 ₽
	3	HAMA Star-63 (04163)	1 396 ₽
Top tripods tripods	1	Manfrotto PIXI Mini	1 990 ₽
	2	SLIK Mini-Pro V	-
	3	Velbon EX-Mini	1 650 ₽
The best tripods are monopods.	1	Rekam RM-120	990 ₽
	2	SLIK Monopod 350	1 790 ₽
	3	Sony VCT-AMP1	2 289 ₽
Top tripods with original design	1	Joby Gorillapod SLR-Zoom (GP3)	-
	2	Rekam M-50	490 ₽

Rating of the best outdoor tripods - tripods for cameras and camcorders

SONY VCT-R640

Rating 4.8

ERA ECS-3570

Rating 4.7

The compact ERA ECS-3570 tripod is a useful accessory for both professional photographers and those who like to take photos and videos for the home archive. It is easily disassembled, and the height can be adjusted from 68 to 165 cm if necessary. The base is made from a lightweight and durable aluminum alloy made in the form of a triangle to provide additional stability. The kit comes with a carrying case and a hook for hanging the bag.

HAMA Star-63 (04163)

Rating 4.6

Universal stand HAMA Star-63 (04163) is suitable for many photographers. It is used for portrait or long exposure photography. This is one of the cheapest tripods with similar characteristics. Its maximum height in the unfolded state is 166 cm, and if you move them closer to the center, it is almost 175 cm. Thanks to this, you can shoot in a crowd of people without any problems if you provide the necessary stability.

Top tripods rating tripods

Manfrotto PIXI Mini

Rating 4.9

Compact and compact tripod Manfrotto PIXI Mini can be used in both home and camping conditions. It is very versatile, and therefore suitable for most cameras. When folded, the dimensions of the tripod are comparable to a small case for glasses or other similar accessories. The main material of manufacture is aluminum, which provides lightness and high strength. The upper ball head is used to adjust the camera position when shooting.

SLIK Mini-Pro V

Rating 4.8

The SLIK Mini-Pro V desktop tripod is versatile and suitable for a variety of cameras. It can be used to fix the position when shooting, it provides a low level for macrophotography. The tripod is aimed at beginners and amateur photographers who need to ensure stability, including with a long exposure. The model is suitable both for work indoors, and in the open air. You can take it with you on trips and even nature trips.

Velbon EX-Mini

Rating 4.7

The desktop tripod of the Velbon EX-Mini is notable for its versatility of use - it is suitable for most models of cameras, for telescopes, webcams and other similar devices. The table-top tripod is small, so you can take it with you even when traveling. Light transformable rods allow you to quickly prepare a tripod for shooting. The 2D head adjusts the vertical tilt of the camera while fixing the horizontal position. This is one of the best models in the desktop tripod segment.

Rating of the best tripods - monopods

Rekam RM-120

Rating 4.7

Rekam RM-120 is a simple and easy-to-use monopod designed for selfies and video recording without focus shake. It is aimed at amateur photographers who just want to get clear pictures and videos without jerking pictures. The presented model is versatile and suitable for various types of cameras and smartphones. Four telescopic sections allow you to extend the monopod by almost 171 cm. The main material of manufacture is lightweight and durable carbon fiber.

SLIK Monopod 350

Rating 4.7

The design of the SLIK Monopod 350 tripod is distinguished by well-thought-out details that provide convenience when shooting on cameras or camcorders. It is suitable for profile equipment, due to the presence of special mounts. Monopod is quickly prepared for work, and special sections allow you to quickly adjust the desired height for portrait shooting. Even an amateur photographer can deal with all the design features.

Sony VCT-AMP1

Rating 4.6

Sony VCT-AMP1 Compact Tripod is a convenient accessory for photographing and shooting video clips. Monopod allows you to get rid of picture shake and other side effects.The high-quality and durable case withstands heavy loads, and the rubberized coating allows you to hold it tightly in your hands. The product is suitable for many amateur photographers for filming at home and during his trip.

Top Tripod Ratings with Original Design

Joby Gorillapod SLR-Zoom (GP3)

Rating 4.9

Tripod Joby Gorillapod SLR-Zoom (GP3) different original design. It has flexible legs of 30 hinges, allowing you to easily and quickly adjust the position. This model is focused primarily on travelers who have to stabilize the camera for shooting in difficult conditions. The tripod is made of durable impact-resistant plastic that ensures reliability during operation. The presence of the level allows you to quickly install a tripod on any surface.

Rekam M-50

Rating 4.8

Portable and lightweight tripod Rekam M-50 can be attributed to the pocket type. It is suitable for those who are constantly shooting something or looking for an optimal model for traveling. Such a tripod can always be kept close at hand, because the preparation for shooting does not take much time. It can install various types of cameras with standard mountings, as well as functional adapters for smartphones and other devices. With a pocket tripod, you can quickly provide stability to make a clear shot or video without shaking.

How to choose a tripod?

The choice of professional photographers and beginners is offered a large assortment of tripods. They are distinguished by their original features and are intended for specific shooting conditions. Because of this, there are often difficulties in choosing the optimal model.

Tripods are divided into several main categories - tripods, floor and table, monopods. They differ from each other in size, weight and other parameters. The most significant criteria usually include:

Most often modern tripods and monopods are made of aluminum or carbon fiber. The former are considered more stable and heavy, but carbon fiber weighs less and often costs more. If the first place is the stability of shooting, especially in the open air, then you should choose metal tripods with hooks for cargo. If the tripod will need to be frequently moved from place to place, and the shooting itself will not take much time, then it is better to give preference to light carbon fiber models.

The number of sections affects the maximum lift height. Tripods and monopods higher than 170-180 cm can be used even for shooting in a crowd. But each additional section reduces stability, especially if you add to this still heavy camera. For macro photography, in turn, height is not so important, so it’s better to give preference to small desktop models. In addition to this, you should pay attention to the complete set - the presence of a cover, additional fasteners, goods and so on.

Popular Tripod Manufacturers

The market presents products from many manufacturers, among which are the following brands - Manfrotto, Silk, Velbon. Their products differ in design features, build quality and availability of additional parts.

Manfrotto

The Italian brand occupies a leading position, and our compatriots highly appreciate the quality of performance. In the development of each model, advanced achievements developed by qualified engineers are applied. All tripods are made exclusively from lightweight and durable materials. The main advantages usually include low weight, versatility and mechanical strength of the whole structure. Many professional photographers call Manfrotto tripods the best choice in terms of price and quality.

Silk

The Japanese manufacturer Silk offers products in the middle price range. Each model is distinguished by the traditional for Japanese companies advantages - consistently good quality, stylish design and solid build. Although in some cases the cost seems somewhat overpriced when compared with the bundle and functionality. But some models received a lot of positive feedback.

Velbon

The Chinese manufacturer Velbon is focused on the mass market and tries to satisfy the demand of both ordinary amateurs and professional photographers. On sale are tripods budget line of plastic, professional accessories made of aluminum, carbon fiber. All Velbon models differ in functionality and convenience in work. The disadvantages include only relatively small prevalence, so products of this brand are not always available for sale.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.