Excellent tripod - sturdy, stable and compact yet versatile.
919257
This is a great tripod. very sturdy and stable. Versatile.
Easy to set up and carry for travels.
2325586
This is a great tripod - it comes with a built in quick release. The 3 legs can be used both on an outdoor surface and indoors. It is strong but folds into a travel ready pouch.
2054190
I'm just so pleased with this tripod! Had used one at work for years and years, and it the only problem its ever had is the crank handle for the center stem broke loose.  Thankfully, I hardly ever used that anyway, so it's not been a major factor.  Sturdy and stable, it takes a LOT of use.  Added this to my personal gear recently, and can't wait to see what more it can handle.
1420817
I got the MP1-C01 Pocket Tripod for use with my Pentax Q - the smallest interchangeable lens camera in the world.  So, I wanted something that kept its size down because that is one of the big advantages of the Q - it's tiny.  Folks on the Pentax Forums mentioned the MP1-C01 and gave it a thumbs up so I thought I'd give it a try.  Wow, its a genuine Manfrotto and it shows.  Tight tolerances, solid construction, works as described and comes with that little extra that we have come to expect from Manfrotto.  It comes with a storage bag with closure, no big deal, but it also shipped with a back-up screw to mount it to the camera in case the one in the tripod is lost.  Excellent.  The feet are stiff, and need to be to maintain position, but easily moved at the same time giving the tripod good functionality while making it stable.  One use I haven't seen mentioned is pointing the camera upward at a decent angle so that you can take self/group portraits more easily.  Each of the 3 legs is positioned independently allowing for compensation for variation in terrain and changing the angle of the camera in relation to the surface you are using.  Finally, unlike some reviewers I don't have any worries about the attachment on the bottom of the camera getting the way of the battery door because both the battery and SD card doors are on the sides of the Q!
3082066
I recently discovered that I had lost my original Slik Mini Pro ball-head tripod, which I had owned for over 10 years.  Looking for a replacement, I found this updated version: the Slik Mini Pro III (which is the same tripod but with an updated ball head).  This little tripod is one of the most versatile pieces of camera equipment I own (besides my cameras).

For a tripod, it's compact size gives it a huge advantage.  I never take my larger tripod on vacations, because it's much too bulky.  On the other hand, I take my Slik Mini everywhere, as it's small enough to fit in my backpack, luggage, and even my jacket pocket. I've taken it to multiple continents on multiple trips, and it has never failed me.  A very sturdy tripod, with expandable legs and a raisable center column, it's the best compromise I have found for stability, portability, convenience, and size in a tripod.
3666249
First, I find this to be an excellent video tripod for the price.

I've done still photography for years and use a Manfrotto 190XPROB for this purpose.  I am very happy with this tripod for still work, but it is not suitable for video.  I upgraded to a Canon EOS 5D mk III this year because I needed video capability and I started looking for a worthy video tripod.  I had a long search, because I did not want to drop a bundle on a new tripod.

The quality of this tripod and head are excellent.  The Fluid Head works smoothly and adjusts intuitively.  The tripod is stable without any looseness or rattle.  Weight is appropriate; heavy enough to keep everything stable while filming, yet not oppressive.  Not an easy travel tripod, however.
2976385
Great little tripod. Works well in many situations...
165998
GorillaPods have grown on me over the years because of their flexibility. The GorillaPod Hybrid is a great tripod - I used it on a Canon T3i with the kit lens (slightly over the recommended weight limit) without any issues.

What makes this valuable is that it has a proper ballhead complete with quick release and a bubble level. This helps in setting up those shots taken from odd angles. Absolutely great! The head kept locked in place so you won't see any drift (blur) in your photos if you take them at long shutter speeds.

The size isn't that bad - there's no added weight to your camera bag and it's definitely worth it. If you do own a SLR, go one level up and get the&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Joby-GP3-Gorillapod-SLR-Zoom-Flexible-Tripod-BH1-Ball-Head-with-Bubble-Level/dp/B002FGTWOC/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Joby GP3 Gorillapod SLR-Zoom Flexible Tripod + BH1 Ball Head with Bubble Level</a>. For the money, it's a decent tripod but not great, but the flexible legs make this extremely usable.
4202377
This little tripod is surprisingly sturdy and well-made. No cheap plastic junk here. The legs and head are constructed of metal, the ball head locks firmly in place, and it even supports my DSLR. For the low price, it's an incredible value.
3393671
Excellent tripod. Used it for the first time on Christmas Day for family photos; excellent stability, adjustments are easy to use, camera mount is secure and has a safety locking pin, carrying case included.
2669218
This is a very sturdy tripod.  I feel secure putting my Canon DSLR on it at any height.  The head movement isn't as fluid as a Manfrotto but it isn't as expensive either.  2 thumbs up!
2519642
After looking at many GOOD quality tripods, this was the best choice! it has the best load, feature and price balance for me. I can carry it anywhere as it is made of carbon fiber and is quite light. It also has a bubble level that is a little hard to read but works. the twist lock extensions are fast to set up. The legs fold out wide for shooting low and wide to the ground. I can stabilize the tripod by hanging my bag on the hook on the center pole and it also helps keep my gear off of the ground.

The only thing that was a little tricky to work with was the side bolts that were torqued a little much on the one I received. It made it tougher to fold out the legs at first but after a few times of use, it works very well now.

I mounted a ball head on my tripod for even a more diverse leveling options when not on totally flat surfaces.
4319947
I  purchased the predecessor of this fine tripod (the T-005KX) about a year ago and managed to lose it on one of my trips. I missed it so much that I recently purchased this replacement. Happily, it has been upgraded to include a new Arca-Swiss mounting plate with a release button - important so that your camera doesn't accidentally fall off when removing the camera from the tripod.  I really like the diminutive size of this fine tripod - I can strap it to my Lowerpro Flipside 200 backpack where it fits perfectly. It is a perfect companion to my Sony a6300 and works very well for me. Highly recommended as a take-along travel tripod. The engineering and finish on this little tripod is superb.
2887808
I bought this tripod two years ago at a local B&M camera store, because I needed to be able to fiddle around with it and see its fit and finish and usability features.
I couldn't be happier. I use this all of the time with my Fujifilm mirrorless cameras, providing a stable base for studio portraiture as well as outdoor shots. I have used it for timed exposures of ocean spray as well as timed exposures of the night sky showing curved star trails.

The head can be a bit fiddly, but that is because it was never intended to be a big fancy head with micro adjustments and fluid damping.
Don't expect this tripod to hold a big DSLR with a heavy lens. It's a bit lightweight for that kind of work.

The weight is great. It has a well made case and fits anywhere.
3654860
This tripod is extremely sturdy with good build quality. Most importantly, I don't have to bend over to use it, and that's not even at full extension. Someone who is over 2m tall would still be able to comfortably use this tripod. It is heavy, but it comes with a nice case. I particularly like the detachable mounting plate so I can quickly grab my camera off the tripod if I desire. I'm not sure if I would ever use the upside-down mode, but it's a nice feature.
204690
This is a superb travel tripod.  I took it on a European trip and used it with a Canon Mark II with a dolly track mounted on it! I've used it whenever I don't want to lug around a big tripod on a job.  Have used the monopod feature - most recently on a music video shoot and it worked great; very fast to switch over and back.  Well built; compact.  Just a great great product.
683486
I bought and returned two tripods before I found this -they were flimsy, to short and shaky. Glad I did, because for $100, this thing is very sturdy, extends high enough and can maneuver the camera into a myriad of position. I do indoor product photography, so this is very important for me to have that flexibility and solid feel. I especially like that I can flip the center post upside down and shoot underneath the tripod legs. That has come in handy for certain shots on the ground where the tripod legs would otherwise interfere in the image. Mostly heavy duty metal parts are used throughout, so it is a heavy tripod, but that's fine for me. I could complain about some detail and refinement on some of the metal parts (sandcast?) but for the money I have spent on tripods, nothing comes close to this at this price point.

Also, I have seen that some customers had issues with the carry bag not fitting the entire tripod without removing the pistol grip. Not so on mine, the entire tripod fits easily. They must have made an update to the design.

I'll update if I have any problems in the future.