NEEWER 74" Video Tripod with Fluid Head, QR Plate , Aluminum Heavy Duty Camera Tripod Professional for DSLR Cameras Camcorders, Max Load 17.6lb/8kg, TP74

I already love this tripod because of how amazingly smooth it is, this is almost exactly what I wanted. It has a very sturdy build and is great for anyone who is looking to film video with a stable and smooth tripod. I wasn't very interested in the QR plate function but it does seem to be pretty nice and easy to use, although it does loosen up a little too easily in my opinion. It's great that there's a tiny knob on the front to stop the plate from falling forwards just in case. I also thought it was cool that there's an allen wrench hidden under the plate mount, I hadn't really read the manual or anything so that was a nice surprise. It's a little tedious getting the legs to fully extend but the trick is to pull both sides out and have a finger ready over the flap so that you can close it once it's there.The biggest issue with it for me personally is that the head seems to have this like auto-leveling thing whenever you have the tilt loose on the camera and you let it go. My thoughts are that maybe it's meant to hold your camera in place so that it doesn't fall forward and cause damage to your camera, but my camera is pretty light and I won't be using too much stuff on it so it's constantly just pushing it up unless I tighten the tilt all the way. The pan stays smooth however, whether you lock that up or not, but I wanted to be able to easily move up and down as well. I guess it's not too big of a deal in the end since it is helping me keep my equipment safe, buf I wish it would at least be a little weaker instead of springing right back up.For the value, all things considered, I would give this a 4.6. I'm mostly taking points off because of the legs

I thought my previous $85 tripod was good but when I recently started recording sports, I realized how horrible it was when it comes to tilting and panning. I immediately started looking for fluid head tripods. So many to choose from but tried this particular tripod despite the handful of reviews. I knew NEEWER made pretty good products so I took a chance and glad I did.MY PROS: (I have plenty)-Lightweight yet premium feel (at first use, it felt like a premium product, solid and well constructed)-Very sturdy (I have total confidence while my camcorder is on this tripod, well planted on the ground)-Excellent panning and tilt motion with no vibrations especially zoomed in-Quick release mount-Option for 1/4 or 3/8 mounting screw-Removable handle-Bubble level-Carrying case w/should strap-Awesome price for what you getMy CONS:-I really can't think of any, only time will tell. This tripod checks off all the boxes of my needFor the price, you really can't beat what you get with this tripod. I highly recommend it!

I am very happy with my purchase of the NEEWER 74" Pro Video Tripod with Fluid Head. This tripod is a great choice for anyone who wants to capture professional-quality videos. The tripod is solid and sturdy, and it does not wobble or shake when I mount my camera on it. The legs are smooth and quiet, and they can be adjusted easily with one hand using the locks. The fluid head is amazing, it allows me to pan and tilt my camera smoothly and precisely, without any jerks or vibrations. The tripod also has a very impressive height range to 74", which gives me a lot of flexibility and creativity in choosing my angles and perspectives. High-quality knobs and QR Plate. This tripod is definitely worth every penny, and I highly recommend it to anyone who needs a reliable and versatile video tripod.

After watching several videos yesterday about all the features when it arrived today it was like I knew all about it! Well made, easy to operate. Very sturdy. The fluid head is great. Makes using manual focus much easier. Not quite perfect. After moving to a new view and letting go of the handle it moves a bit more. Depressing the shutter button causes movement. Keeping the other hand on the handle steadies it some, but will need to use the timer. Well worth the money. Now, if will clear up to the east tonight I'll get some shots of Jupiter which is why I got this!

Very good quality better than expected

I have purchased 3 of the tripods. Very nice packaging. The bubble wrap inside the carrying bag is a great idea. Helps to protect the head. The only con I have and reason I dropped the rating to 4 stars is, 2 of the 3 units I have have handles that can't be secured in place. They keep slipping and will spin 360 degrees, even with the handle tighten as tight as I can make it on the tripod. I have tried using super glue to hold them in place but not a good solution. Overall, good tripod.

I purchased this tripod for my studio, mainly for product photography. Before that, I was using a travel tripod which served the purpose, but I was ready for something more appropriate. Offered at 30% off and $100, this was a steal. So much so, I opted for the tripod dolly to provide additional mobility. I immediately put it into service and could tell from the start that this purchase was going to reap long-term dividends.The unit is extremely well made. Sturdy, but not too heavy. Again, perfect for studio work for both photography and videography. Operation is smooth, the legs can adjusted quickly and securely. The gimbal is super smooth and precise. While I got it primarily for photography, I can tell that it will come into its own as I increase my development of videos in 2024.At just a tad over $100, I would encourage anyone needing a sturdy tripod beyond the your typical travel units to get it while it’s hot!

I bought this to use with my 85mm spotting scope for the 2024 US eclipse. It is very stiff, light weight, the motions are smoothly damped, and the locks are solid. The adjustment on the legs was handy as I realized I could easily leave it set up for standing visitors or short enough for me to use in a lightweight chair. Good value for the price.