Digital Concepts TR-62N 60" 3-section Deluxe Tripod with Carrying Case (Folds to 23")

by Sakar International

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 24.5 x 4.8 x 4.2 inches ; 3 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000093UDR
• Item model number: TR-62
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: April 3, 2003

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From the Manufacturer

This high-quality, 3-section tripod, suitable for both cameras and camcorders, features a channel lock and a two-way pan and and tilt head. It extends to a maximum and height of 60 inches and can fold up as small as 23 inches. A free case is included with the tripod. Comes with a one year warranty.

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20 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Ain't Got No "Fluid" Head, June 25, 2004

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Wualta (Grand Rapids MI) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Digital Concepts TR-62N 60" 3-section Deluxe Tripod with Carrying Case (Folds to 23") (Electronics)

Fluid heads are found on professional tripods and allow butter-smooth pans and tilts damped by heavy oil or grease. This is just an inexpensive tripod with a plastic head. It's good plastic, but it flexes. For the money, it's perfectly okay, but don't expect to put a camcorder on it and get a jerk-free pan.

It's reasonably compact and light, and the legs are metal with snap-lock type leg locks. Just don't put your Calumet view camera on this thing and try to make like Ansel Adams. For anything the size of a Canon G-series digital camera or smaller, it's fine. The nylon carry bag is a nice little plus.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars A decent budget tripod, February 1, 2009

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E. Martin (Michigan) - See all my reviews
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Pros: Inexpensive, lightweight, good features for the price
Cons: Not durable, one specific design flaw (see below)

I ordered the Digital Concepts TR-62N tripod for my daughter for Christmas, and the Amazon order went through Cameta Camera. The tripod arrived promptly and in good condition. It comes with a handy carrying bag that fits well.

Overall, this is an inexpensive and lightweight tripod that performs its basic functions as it should. The controls are reasonably smooth, things lock down the way they are supposed to, and it is reasonably stable. It is perfectly good for occasional use if it is handled with care.

The tradeoff for the low price and light weight is that the tripod is not particularly robust. The metal center tube and legs are made from soft and thin aluminum, and most of the rest of the tripod is plastic. It won't take any rough treatment.

There is one design flaw that you should be aware of. The crank to raise and lower the center tube folds away conveniently for storage ... a little too conveniently. It can go in so far that the end of the crank can become pinched between a leg and the center tube. This happened to my daughter, and the result was a seriously dented leg that prevented the leg from being retracted all the way. I was able to fix the problem (including making a modification to prevent it from reoccurring), but the experience caused me to rate the tripod lower.

Given my experience, I would probably look to purchase a Slik or other higher quality brand if I had a second chance. However, at this point we will stay with this tripod for as long as it holds out.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Very Low Quality Tripod, January 27, 2008

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B. Loveless - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Digital Concepts TR-62N 60" 3-section Deluxe Tripod with Carrying Case (Folds to 23") (Electronics)

This tripod claims to be 60", but the tallest it will go with the legs out for stability is 49.5". I got this tripod because I am simply giving photography a try, and it was inexpensive. I thought I was getting a tripod that would at least be sturdy. I have yet to take a picture with the camera on this where it is not blurry (due to shake). I do not have a remote for my camera, but with the camera mounted to the tripod, I always use the delayed timer, so I am not touching the camera or tripod to take a picture. Even with this technique, the tripod is still shaking after 2 seconds from hitting the button to take a picture. In summary, this tripod is a $20 paperweight.