Sunpak 620-080 Tripod
Extending to over 60 inches, Sunpak's 8001UT can support camera  equipment weighing as much as 6 pounds, 9 ounces, far more than many comparably  priced tripods. The 8001UT is distinguished by such features as a quick-release  platform  with an integral bubble level for precise leveling, a second circular bubble level  at the  critical tripod collar for precise alignment, and a precision-geared center column  with a  1/4 x 20 accessory mounting stud. It's also a breeze to make individual  adjustments  thanks to the three-way pan head--complete with reference scales--and the large  locking  platforms. Other details include metal center leg braces, a tension/load  adjustment system,  quick-release leg locks with heavy-duty rubber leg tips, and retractable spiked  feet for  rock-solid stability in uneven terrain. The tripod, which comes with a second  quick- release mounting plate for a second camera or camcorder, offers a leg diameter of  25mm  and is coated in a distinctive champagne finish.