Sunpak 620-092 9002DX Tripod with 3-Way Quick-Release Pan Head
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Sunpak 620-092 9002DX Tripod with 3-Way Quick-Release Pan Head
Customer Review: Bad Experience
Summary: 1 Stars
I ordered this tripod through Amazon and it came a couple days later but when I opened the package I heard some rattling. When I took the tripod out of the plastic bag that it comes in, I noticed a couple of little black plastic pieces and quickly realized that it was from something that had broken inside the tripod. When I pulled the tripod out and extended the legs, one of the three quickly fell to the floor and came right off the tripod body. It appears that the connector that holds the leg on to the body was broken and it looks like it is made out of very cheap plastic. I don't see how this item would have a long lifespan being built with this cheap plastic.
After I realized that the tripod was broken and could not work at all, I called Amazon support to see if they could get another one shipped out quickly. Of course I was connected with Adam from India and he told me that there was no way to do this because they were on backorder until the second week of Feb. (1 month from now); however he told me that I could order it from an Amazon reseller for $15 extra + $20 for shipping if I'd like.
I needed this tripod because I'm leaving the country in a couple of days so I couldn't wait for Amazon to restock it's warehouse. Bad experience with Sunpak and bad experience with Amazon.
Customer Review: Also consider Slik U9000
Summary: 2 Stars
I ordered this Sunpak tripod and the Slik U9000. I decided to keep the Slik tripod because it felt smoother and more solid. The size, price, and weight of the two tripods were similar. Here are some other observations:
The Sunpak tripod has two bubble levels. One at the top of the tripod base and one on the tripod head. This is a nice feature. The Slik U9000 only has one bubble level on the tripod base.
The Sunpak handle is slightly awkward because it is not at the center of gravity when the tripod is collapsed. The Slik tripod has no handle.
The Sunpak tripod has a plastic hook that feels somewhat flimsy. The Slik unit has no hook. (but I can still tie weight around the center post if i really need it)
And finally, some links for reference:
Slik Heavy-Duty Tripod with 3-Way Fluid-Effect Head and Built-In Bubble Level
Slik U9000 Video / Photo Tripod with a Soft Carrying Case
Customer Review: a good deal!
Summary: 5 Stars
I am a Attempting to get into photography as my creative outlet. As I have troubles with being able to steadily hold my camera while taking in depth photos I needed something to steady the camera after adjusting the lenses to where i want it. so i acuired this gem along with a remote control. I was sort of suprised at the modest quality of this item and that it was made of sturdy aluminum and fat plastic, not that cheap chincy plastic. the bubble levels are a nice touch and overall this product looks impressive. as i am a cheapo thrifty shopper it looks as if i payed a fortune for my photography hobby supplies, but in fact the prices of all of it was reasonable. I do read reviews and look for recommendations that are positive and encourage me to go ahead and purchase the item after i have already decided to fork out the moolah as long as the reviews are good. with this product i would say take a risk because you probably will not be disappointed. it has a hook on the center pole to add ballast weights, the tripod is not flimsy so a weight probably will not be necessary. it is a sturdy and professional looking tripod.Customer Review: Excellent value, a little complicated to use
Summary: 4 Stars
Firstly, the shipping was super-fast, I ordered this item on the 16th and it arrived on the 18th! I initially bought this tripod from circuit city (labeled there as the Sunpak 6464) for almost $55. Although I loved the tripod over my older and flimsier Samsonite, I still felt it was over priced, but once I saw this tripod on Amazon for half price and I realized its the same tripod with a different model number. So I immediately bought it. The tripod has some nice features:
Pros:
1. Two quick release plates
2. Bubble levels on plate and body
3. Versatile height adjustment, pan and tilt controls
4. Quite sturdy (for medium DSLRs, won't be effective for large telephotos)
5. Includes weight hook
6. Includes carrying handle.
Cons:
1. Quick release plate isn't small enough to leave attached on the camera.
2. No easy way to secure the legs together when the tripod is folded.
3. Carrying handle not well positioned.
Overall the pros outweigh the cons and I recommend this tripod for any amateur to semi professional users.
Customer Review: Great for p&s and SLR photography
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this tripod in spring of 2004, and it's been with me these four years now through thick and thin on all my adventures (including the 10'000 mile North American road trip over two weeks in mid-December, including driving through all of Yellowstone right after a -40 degree cold spell). I'm 6 feet tall, and I've used it on my film SLRs (light ones like the Ricoh XR7 and heavy ones like the Canon FTb) with decent-sized lenses, and with my point-and-shoots (Canon A620 is probably one of the larger p&s, also an early little Nikon Coolpix) with fabulous results. Just fabulous. I wouldn't want to use it for movies because the panning is not the best for that but this is great bang for the buck for the photography enthusiast (which I'd much rather do than making movies). Comes with two detachable mounting plates (you do own two bodies, right?). Someday I'll upgrade to a Bogen or something and will probably wonder how I lived before, but this is the best $20 I've ever spent on artistic gear.