Hama Star 62 Tripod With free Carry Case
Posted by Notcot on Jun 5, 2010 in Photography |
Product Description
Compact camera stand for cameras and camcorders with crank handle for s stepless height adjustment of the middle column.
- with crank handle for a stepless adjustment of height of the middle column Rubber base 3-way head with quick coupling
- Working height: 64 – 160 cm Weight: 1500 g 3-way head with quick coupling Incl. Pouch
- Specification: Tripod stand
- Weight: 1500 g
- Max load: 3.5 kg
Lightweight yet relatively sturdy tripod for cameras and camcorders, it’s fully adjustable/lockable with quick-release catches on the legs. The product is aluminium and has a satin finish (in an off-silver colour).
I’m 5’10” and my camcorder sits comfortably at eye-level when this tripod is fully extended (no bending required). The legs are in 3 sections and are fully adjustable from 45 – 120cm with a locking collar on the central column to keep them firmly in place. (The remaining height adjustment comes from the hand-crank central column).
The unit stands upon self-levelling rubber feet which create a triangular footprint of 84cm per side when opened to maximum.
The tripod comes complete with a black nylon medium density carry bag with shoulder strap only, though there is a separate carry handle on the tripod itself (on central column).
There are 2 spirit levels; a ‘spot’ level at the top of the legs and a ‘line’ level on the camera base plate, and each of the movable 3-way aspects; pan/tilt/angle moves smoothly for the most part (the vertical crank seems the least smooth). Also, each of these can be locked independently in position as desired. [Another reviewer stated the panning action was not smooth but I’ve not found that problem on the unit I got].
Finally, there’s a hook at the bottom to hang weights from for additional stability, the tripod will hold up to 3.5Kg.
All in all, very pleased, this tripod’s a bit of a bargain really.
Rating: 4 / 5
I just wanted to buy a simple tripod to experiment so went with this one as it looked a good deal. I wasn’t expecting much but when I started experimenting with it, I was very impressed.
There are loads of twist and turn features, bubble levels, different heights, quick release legs, it’s really light. You can even make it like a sturdy tripod as it has a hook for weights to be put on. The case is great too.
I really love using this tripod and recommend it to anyone in the market for their first tripod.
Rating: 5 / 5
I had to consider getting a tripod when i got into big zoom cameras, the shake from shooting at telephot was ruining most of my pics, so i bought this tripod, i have to say, nott expecting much, but it has to be one of the best ones i have seen. really sturdy and really tall, just like moi! 160cm is high enough for anyone and for more than halk the rrp (hama website0 it is worth its weight in gold.
Rating: 5 / 5
Excellent little unit. I was after something to hold the camera steady for long exposure i.e. night shots, this does the job brilliantly. The carry case is very discrete and looks hard wearing.
My Dad ‘borrowed’ mine so I had to order another one, not really a problem at this price though
Rating: 5 / 5
OK so this is not the best quality tripod out there, but for the price it is an amazing deal! It is huge- comes up to eye level and I am over 6 foot! Build Quality is reasonable- much better than I expected- overall I am very happy with the tripod.
Rating: 5 / 5