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# Tripods

## Overview

![](/files/-Mkj2biZOW_RAeB0TvsY)

## Intro

We have a wide variety of tripods available for loan, suitable for various applications. 

the [Benro small](/abp-loans-desk/camera-accessories/tripods.md#benro-small) and [manfrotto compact](/abp-loans-desk/camera-accessories/tripods.md#manfrotto-compact) are small, light and compact, that can be easily transported due to their compact size and low weight, however can be unstable in windy weather or with larger cameras.

The [Valbon](/abp-loans-desk/camera-accessories/tripods.md#velbon) and [manfrotto video](/abp-loans-desk/camera-accessories/tripods.md#manfrotto-video) tripods are versatile, medium sized tripods that are a little more stable, and can be extended up higher to about eye level. These are very versatile.

Finally we have the [Benro (large)](/abp-loans-desk/camera-accessories/tripods.md#benro-large) and [Miller pro](/abp-loans-desk/camera-accessories/tripods.md#miller-pro-tripod) tripods, which are large, stable platforms ready for any weather and can support large, full frame (or larger) cameras with ease.

We also have a number of [tripods and stands](/abp-loans-desk/camera-accessories/tripods.md#vr-tripod-kit) designed to hold lights and VR base stations which are available.

## Benro small

![](/files/-MiU3Ru1jB12GfBpdeTx)

* Max height: 1540mm
* Min height: 410mm
* Folded length: 540mm
* Weight: 1kg
* Load capacity: 6kg

### Photo

![](/files/-MiUS7tVaFuHWGXEsWSI)

The photo version of this tripod has a conventional photo head attached, which lets you pan, tilt and roll the camera. It will also allow you to roll the camera 90 degrees for portrait photography

### Video

![](/files/-MiU3qLMWDwMANcUwx82)

The video variant is equipped with a video head, which does not let you mount a camera in a portrait orientation however it does have a handle which allows you to pan and tilt smoothly and easily

## Manfrotto compact

![](/files/-MiUU4TF17R2BuUggWC4)

A very light, portable tripod. ideal for smaller/lighter cameras.

* Max height: 1300mm
* Min height: 390mm
* Folded length: 398mm
* Weight: 1kg
* Load capacity: 1.5kg

## Manfrotto Video

![](/files/-Mis_1LZd3h1qhfbimZ_)

Good all round tripod. Video head provides a handle for easy panning and tilting.

* Max height: 1460mm
* Min height: 425mm
* Folded length: 595mm
* Weight: 1.8kg
* Load capacity: 4kg

## Velbon 

### Velbon CX 560

![](/files/-MisarXkSDEkrxOQMCtZ)

* Max height: 1500mm
* Min height: 520mm
* Folded length: 560mm
* Weight: 1.54kg
* Load capacity: 2kg

### Velbon CX 686

![](/files/-MisbSHKZWldExPbaw1s)

* Max height: 1630mm
* Min height: 650mm
* Folded length: 670mm
* Weight: 2kg
* Load capacity: 1.5kg

## Manfrotto 550

need to check tripod in person for specs

## Benro Large

need to check tripod in person for specs

## Miller Pro tripod

need to check tripod in person for specs

## VR tripod kit


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