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MFG# TAD28CB2
Samy's Part# S-039592
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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
Samy's Part# S-046336
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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# MKBFRTC4BHUS
Samy's Part# S-069185
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Manfrotto's Befree advanced Carbon Twist travel tripod and ball head kit is the ideal solution for advanced hobbyist photographers looking for a
super-lightweight support that ensures maximum performance on the go. The carbon fibre legs are developed to keep weight down to a minimum while ensuring...
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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# 3028
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The Ulanzi Zero Y Lightweight Travel Tripod is a lightweight yet stable solution for camera support that easily reconfigures for diverse conditions. Boasting impressive specs, the tripod height adjusts from 6" (15.3cm) to 61.69" (156.7cm), folds down to only 16.65" (42.3cm), holds up to 39.6lb (18kg),...
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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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MFG# 410
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Extremely compact, the Manfrotto 410 Junior Geared Tripod Head with RC4 Rapid Connect Plate offers gear movement in three directions, pan, tilt and side to side tilt. The head incorporates a quick release camera plate system and is suitable for 35mm SLR and medium format cameras.

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MFG# TMA27C
Samy's Part# S-039608
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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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MFG# 127VS
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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# MKBFRLA4BK3WUS
Samy's Part# S-067300
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Designed for camera users who want maximum performance and stability for photo and video use, the Manfrotto Befree 3-Way Live Advanced Tripod
 features a hybrid photo-video head ideally suited for travel photography and videography. Paired with the Befree Advanced Travel Aluminum Tripod, the 3-way...
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MFG# TAD28C
Samy's Part# S-039590
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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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MFG# 634-519
Samy's Part# S-007524
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The Rolling Tripod Case is available in 48-inch length. Each case in hand-built in Tenba's Brooklyn, NY factory to provide the best protection available. Custom-made, air-channeld ABS walls and ballstic nylon exterior ensure amazing durability, and heavy-duty, ball bearing wheel assemblies make...
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MFG# P325FL+VA5
Samy's Part# S-073466
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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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MFG# Z-VCTTP
Samy's Part# S-037256
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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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MFG# 327RC2
Samy's Part# S-005245
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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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MFG# RRS9000046
Samy's Part# S-075343
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The Really Right Stuff Modular L-Plate Set for Nikon Z9
is a modular design composed of an Arca-type compatible base plate and L-component that facilitate easier, more stable switching between horizontal and vertical shooting orientations. Laser-engraved center marks on the back of the plate help...
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MFG# MHXPRO-3WG
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For passionate photographers looking for portable supports with extremely precise framing control. Specifically designed for outdoor use, this head by Manfrotto weighs a mere 0,75 kg (1.65 lbs) but can support a payload of up to 4 kg / 8.8 lbs. Its Adapto body, a strong and rigid technopolymer,...
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MFG# MT190XPRO3
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The key feature of the Manfrotto MT190XPRO3 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 190XPRO3 an extremely versatile tripod, suitable...
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MFG# TMA47AXL
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The Benro TMA47AXL Extra Long Series 4 Mach3 Aluminum Tripod features aluminum leg construction making them both lightweight and sturdy. Also included both a functional dust cover and a beautiful carrying case with each Mach3 tripod. It is extremely simple to convert one of the Mach3's tripod...
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MFG# 808RC4
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The Manfrotto 808RC4 3-Way Tripod Head with 410PL Quick Release Plate incorporates new elements while maintaining all the features you need in a 3-way Tripod Head. There are two balance springs in the vertical tilt (forward/backward) and horizontal tilt (left/right) movements. These springs enable...
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MFG# TAD28AIB2
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The Benro TAD28AIB2 Series 2 Adventure Aluminum Tripod with B2 Ball Head features aluminum leg construction making it both lightweight and sturdy. The Velocity tripod kit includes a triple action ballhead with quick release plate. With separate controls for pan lock, drag, and ball lock, this...
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MFG# MKBFRTA4RD-BHUS
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The Manfrotto Befree Advanced Travel Al Tripod with Ball Head (Twist Locks, Red) is the ideal solution for advanced hobbyist photographers who always want maximum performance, including when they're travelling. Its ergonomic design makes operating the Manfrotto Befree advanced intuitive and fast,...
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The Manfrotto Befree Advanced Travel Al Tripod with Ball Head (Twist Locks, Black) is the ideal solution for advanced hobbyist photographers who always want maximum performance, including when they're travelling. Its ergonomic design makes operating the Manfrotto Befree advanced intuitive and...
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The Manfrotto Befree Advanced Travel Al Tripod with Ball Head (Lever Locks, Black) is the ideal solution for advanced hobbyist photographers who want maximum performance and stability at all times - including when they're travelling. Its ergonomic design makes operating the Manfrotto Befree advanced...
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MFG# BGFX100SLS
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The Really Right Stuff Fujifilm GFX 100S L-Plate
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MFG# BGFX100LPLATE
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The Fujifilm GFX 100 is setting a new bar for medium format, mirrorless cameras. With a camera of this value, you should get the best plate to compliment the camera. The answer: the Really Right Stuff BGFX100-L plate. 


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The Manfrotto 131DDB Tripod Accessory Arm for Four Heads mounts onto the center column of tripods with 3/8" threads. The platforms feature 3/8" screws, which allows a standard tripod head to be mounted on either or both sides. In addition, the horizontal bar features 3/8" screws on both ends,...
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The Benro TAD28AHD2A Series 2 Adventure Aluminum Tripod with HD2A 3-Way Panhead is an all-purpose four-section support with flip leg locks that open, so you can extend the legs along with the rapid center column to a maximum height of 65.7". The tripod's legs splay out to a second lower position

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MFG# B5DMKIVLSET
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Really Right Stuff camera body plates are all custom designed for each camera body and precision machined from solid blocks of 6061-T6 aluminum. Fully compatible with 1.5" RRS Dovetail Standard, our plates feature precisely contoured anti-twist flanges for a perfect fit that prevents twisting...
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MFG# BD850LSET
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The Really Right Stuff L-Plate Set for Nikon D850
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Crafted from Walnut to deliver the best of all worlds: exceptional beauty as well as superior performance. Prized by woodworkers for its strength, grain and color, our walnut is precisely machined and assembled with the highest quality anodized castings to produce a lightweight, strong, vibration-d
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MFG# 1117
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The Acratech Leveling Base, with 3/8 in. Tripod Thread - Supports 25 lb (11.4 kg) is a suitable accessory for anyone looking to enhance their camera support and movement in any direction with a bubble level to ensure horizontal alignment. This base is fairly helpful for creating even panoramic...
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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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