Sony VCTR640 Lightweight Tripod for DSCV1/P41/W1/P93/P73/P92/P100/P150/F88/F828 Digital Cameras Reviews



Amazon.com Customer Reviews

Light and Reliable - Review written on May 26, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5
1 customer found this review helpful.

Great Tripod, is ideal for camcorders, but I use with my H9 DSC and works perfectly. very reliable and very light!
Sony VCTR640 Tripod - Review written on March 15, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5
2 customers found this review helpful.

I use this "Handycam" tripod for my Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 which doesnt say is compatable through Sony. Works like it should, very lightweight, easy to use, and a great tripod.
Geat affordable tripod - Review written on February 09, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

Great product for the money. Seems well made, and I expect it will hold up well and last. Nice and stable, too. My still photos are way sharper when I use the tripod.
Good for the dollar's worth - Review written on January 08, 2008
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Rating: 4 out of 5
2 customers found this review helpful.

I was looking for a tripod for my Sony Handycam. This tripod is great it has a lot of features and I was scared of the quality but knowing it was coming from sony was more of a relief for me. Sony didn't prove me wrong in their standards and for the price this tripod is definitely worth it if you want a tripod that does the job. I read one review and someone says that the tripod doesn't go that high, but I think it goes very high and you can adjust it to the height you want it at. My only issue with it is that I wish it came with a cover or bag for it, and I would have paid a couple more bucks for it, so for the price I can't really complain. Overall I would definitely reccomend this tripod.
Great product for a great price - Review written on December 17, 2007
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Rating: 5 out of 5

I was very happy with this tripod from Sony. It was exactly what I was looking for in regards to quality and price. Easy to use, lightweight and stylish sum it up.
Great tripod! Better than expected for that price! - Review written on December 06, 2007
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Rating: 5 out of 5

The tripod is great! It has all I need and it is better than what I expected for that price. I just have to wait and see if it is long-lasting...
Great and cheap! - Review written on November 26, 2007
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Rating: 5 out of 5

I though it would be a bit bigger, but it's very compact and easy to carry around. Mines been through quite a beating too and it's still holding up after 2 years.
excellent tripod - Review written on October 01, 2007
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Rating: 5 out of 5

Typical high quality Sony product. Lightweight, strong, easy to operate,and easy to carry. Wonderful tripod for small digital camera. Also use it as tripod for laser level around the house.
Many kudus to Sony
Happy with the product! - Review written on July 07, 2007
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Rating: 5 out of 5

I bought this tripod for use with my Sony Handycam. I'm very satisfied. It was a great price. The tripod is lightweight, sturdy, easy to manuveur, and it hits all the angles I need.
Priced Right - Review written on July 03, 2007
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Rating: 4 out of 5
1 customer found this review not to be helpful.
It's a sturdy, but lite weight tripod. I'm old, so the weight is important to me. Reasonably priced.
best tripod for under $40 - Review written on May 12, 2007
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Rating: 5 out of 5
1 customer found this review helpful.

black body is very nice looking and light, a little longer than I expect.......but there is no tripod case included :(
Great tripod, great price - Review written on March 17, 2007
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Rating: 5 out of 5
3 customers found this review helpful.

I bought this tripod a short while ago, and I'm extremely glad I did. It's very light and easy to carry around, even without a carrying bag or even a handle, neither of which it comes with. The bubble level built into it is very handy to have and works well. And with a little practice, you can break and set it, camera attached, in 10 to 15 seconds (provided you keep the quick release tab screwed to the bottom of your camera, like I do), so you won't miss that once in a lifetime shot. It's also very inexpensive and easy to use, with a head that has a fantastic range of movement. And while the legs, when fully extended, don't bring it all the way up to eye level, it brings it close enough to keep you comfortable while looking through the camera. If need be, just buy a small folding travel chair to carry with you and use with the tripod.
Disappointed 80% plastic. - Review written on January 11, 2007
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Rating: 2 out of 5
3 customers found this review helpful, 8 did not.

Received the tri-pod yesterday, purchased based on positive reviews on Amazon, very disappointed. The tri-pod is 80% plastic. All the controls are plastic, how long will this last is debatable. The weight should have been a clue. Lesson learned see it in person first. Would not buy again.
Great product for the price - Review written on January 10, 2007
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Rating: 5 out of 5
3 customers found this review helpful.

I bought this tripod just a few days ago through Amazon.com. First, it shipped on time and arrived on the first estimate date. It's got the basic features, and although it may not stand up to the wilderness, it certainly is well made. All the movements are smooth, and don't jerk at all. I have owned a couple of cheaper tripods from wal-mart, and paid $25 for them. This is only a little more money, but you get a lot of quality for the price!
Great tripod - Review written on September 12, 2006
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Rating: 5 out of 5

I bought this at amazon at more than $40..now it's $5 less after only 2 weeks. Sheesh..

Anyway, the tripod itself is stylish with it's black color and very useful because of it's 3 way pan and it's maximum height is around 56". It's lightweight and it seems durable enough for normal photoshoot sessions. If only this had a case or something, then it will be easier to carry anywhere you go. Might have to buy a separate case for that purpose.
Nice lightweight Tripod - Review written on August 31, 2006
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Rating: 5 out of 5
4 customers found this review helpful.

This is a nice lightweight tripod from Sony. Stable and well built. I have used it with both still and video cameras without any problems. It would be nice if it came with a travel bag of some sort.
I think.. the best lightweight tripod in the market - Review written on January 10, 2006
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Rating: 5 out of 5
4 customers found this review helpful, 5 did not.

First of all i'am satisfied with Amazon free shipping i got the tripod after a week wich is before the begining of the estimate date.
The tripod is really nice and good looking, it's black and metal and controlers and knobs are very smooth also it gives you the ability to move your camera to different angles.
I got this tripod because of one reason, which is that i failed to take pictures at night using the night scene mode (which is the best of the camera's settings to take pictures at night) without coming out blurry and simply, this tripod does the job.
Best product for the money! - Review written on December 20, 2005
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Rating: 5 out of 5
6 customers found this review helpful, 2 did not.

Light, easy to use and adjust, classy looking....its a Sony! I am very pleased with the VCTR640 and would highly recommend it. It is very stable and pans with ease. You can spend more....but you will not find a better product!
Versatile and lite weight. - Review written on September 01, 2005
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Rating: 5 out of 5
4 customers found this review helpful, 1 did not.

Bought this tripod to use with my spotting scope for target shooting. Easy attachment to my scope and multiple adjustment heights, with the crank, make it easy to zero in on the target and allow anyone to see thru the scope, no matter how tall they are. Compact and lite to carry, makes it easy to transport to and from the range.
I like this tripod stand - Review written on August 26, 2005
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Rating: 4 out of 5
6 customers found this review helpful, 3 did not.

This tripod stand is very sturdy and its not that heavy that means you can carry this stand with you very easily. The only thing it lacks it the Case with the handle with the help of which it could be easier to carry it.