Slik Pro 700DX Tripod Tripods
Slik Pro 700DX Tripod Tripods
[Dec 15, 2007]
gahspidy
Intermediate
Strength:
Large, Strong and stable build, bubble levels, Carrying bag, price.
Weakness:
None, a really well thought out and good quality unit especially for the cost. I read alot of rebiews about this tripod on amazon.com. they were all great. I decided to go to Adorama camera and see the unit for myself and also compare it to other tripods.
Customer Service None needed Similar Products Used: Slik Able 300 |
[Feb 03, 2007]
AndyAndyAndy
Intermediate
Strength:
I bought this 3 years ago for $99.99 less my 10% Pro Discount at Penn Camera (I just pulled the receipt to check). It is now $159.on their website. At either price this tripod is a bargain.
Weakness:
You probably do not want to use the head that comes with it. But you can get beer money for it on E-bay (think of it as a ten percent discount)! A ball head would probably cost them less to produce. I currently use a Bogen 486RC2 which looks like it was made for it.
Rock Solid, even after 3 years of heavy use! bought it because I was sick of my Gitzo's screw tight collars and my Bogen is not sturdy enough for large format. Customer Service Trust me, with this tripod you won't need customer service! Similar Products Used: There are lots of tripods out there, so there might be something similar. I am not a gear junkike I find the thing that works and modify it to make it perfect for me and stick with it. Probably why I still shoot 4 x 5 and 8 x 10! |
[Jan 06, 2006]
Erik
Professional
Strength:
*Price *Features are logical, easy to operate and very reliable so far. *Limbs are solid as seasoned oak but not overly-heavy. *For the stability it provides, it's reasonably light and compact. *Ideal for taller photographers and for shooting subjects in trees, cliffs, tall buildings and other high angles. *Extremely stable even when extended for a lanky photographer. If you are 5'10" (172 cm) or taller and have limited funds, get this model and use the savings for better glass, and some quality filters, something like that. This will get it done. Thank you Slik--money well earned.
Weakness:
Not the most useful model for shorter photographers. In fact, I advise against buying this unit unless you're of above-average height. A visiting professor of graphic arts is 5'4" (162 cm) and she finds it annoying to use, while conceding it is very stable. I teach at a state university. One photography textbook after another says that with tripods, "You get what you pay for." Much though I despise that vacuous cliche, it is mostly true with tripods. The stable, reliable and rugged ones cost somewhere north of $300 in most cases. This tripod is a glaring exception. It is everything I've looked for in a tripod and cheaper. I initially bought it only because I'm a taller person (6'2") and my part-time employee is taller yet, roughly 6'6" (about 200 cm). But this tripod has proven to be more than merely big--in fact, it's the best overall value of my entire stock of photography gear. And I see from other reviews they haven't raised the price in several years, for which we should be grateful. Customer Service Can't imagine I'll ever need it--I'll probably leave it in my will. Similar Products Used: Gitzo G1228 and Velbon 544, the former excellent in almost every way but overpriced (I sold it for what I thought was an excessive sum--it must have cache among gear geeks), the latter cheap but not stable nor reliable (my kids like it, though). |
[Nov 20, 2005]
leroys
Intermediate
Strength:
Inexpensive, Pro-Quality build, Adaptable, Well engineered.
Weakness:
None What an incredible find for a guy like me on limited means. I shoot used Pentax 645 gear on the street. Needed something inexpensive, sturdy and adaptable to someone one the move. This tripod fits my needs well, Thanks SLIK. Customer Service None needed |
[Apr 16, 2005]
Christiano
Professional
Strength:
strong and easy
Weakness:
to cheap wauw what i tripod,Built like a chevy 57,or Rolex watch..its a very overseen tripod and a shame its not more aprreciated! I use Two as a pro work partner and find them very very strong and good. The best in the branch and up or better to any competitor !! BUY IT! Customer Service nope..its a dx 700!! Similar Products Used: many from manfrottos gitzos bogen slik |
[Dec 04, 2003]
GJE
Expert
Strength:
Well built, rugged, sturdy with quick release legs and camera mount, 4 way pan/tilt head, great height options and two bubble levels.
Weakness:
Not the most compact, but it's worth the extra weight for the sturdiness offered. Have used a Velbon tripod for backpacking these past 14 years, and this tripod will certainly outlast the Velbon. The optional Slik tripod pack is worth the investment. This tripod can't be beat at twice the price, just an exceptional piece of equipment at a really affordable price. Customer Service NA Similar Products Used: Gitzo, Velbon |
[Oct 19, 2003]
sreid
Professional
Strength:
Leg releases are sturdy but firm, pan/tilt head is well damped, quick mount mechanism is sturdy and works very well, lightweight but good overall height at maximum extension, all controls seem well-made and hold firmly.
Weakness:
Center column movement could be a bit smoother but that's mostly nitpicking. What a bargain. I actually prefer this tripod to much more expensive Gitzos, Tiltalls, etc. that I've owned. Leg releases are sturdy. Lots of good, practical design thinking clearly went into this. I use it with a Canon 10D and 1Ds and it's a good match for either. Customer Service Never used. Similar Products Used: Leitz Tiltall, various Gitzo, various heads |
[Jul 16, 2003]
William B
Intermediate
Strength:
Very sturdy and not too heavy, 4-way pan/tilt head, priced reasonably well, great for travelling (with a small tripod bag), easy flip-and-release leg locks, reversable center column for copy work, accepts two kinds/sizes of sockets, quick -release top plate, and my favorite...two bubble levels. This tripod will probably last me a lifetime if I treat it well. It's a quality product, and was money well spent.
Weakness:
None I can see. The perfect 35mm tripod (for me, anyway). Here's why.... Customer Service N/A Similar Products Used: N/A |
[Apr 24, 2003]
Stan
Intermediate
Strength:
Solid construction Very stable
Weakness:
None for purposes intended Since purchasing this product a couple of months ago, I have shot near 100% of my outdoor photos with it. Very stable, at all angles, with Elan 7, 75-300 zoom, and 420 EX flash. Pictures extremely sharp up to 10 x 15 inches (haven't made any larger than 10x15 thus far). Love this tripod. Customer Service not needed Similar Products Used: none |
[Nov 18, 2002]
Vic
Intermediate
Strength:
Tall Light Great performance, low price. Latch locks (not twist) Great quick release. Multi-angle Legs
Weakness:
None that I can think of. We don't get ice or snow in the winter, so the lack of ice points is not a weakness to me. This tripod is an excellent bargain. Bogen and Gitzo equivalents are twice as much. It's a very sturdy and tall tripod. There's really no need to use the extension unless you need a high angle. Plus, it's rather light for it's size. The leg's can be set to three different angles, which is useful. And I personally like the Pan/Tilt head, although a ball head would be more to my liking. I do plan on purchasing one soon. The quick release plate is great. |