SLIK MINI tripod 611200

When folded, the SLIK MINI series tripods are about the size of standard telephoto lens, meaning they can be carried in your camera bag all the time so tripod support is always at hand! Besides its traditional use as a tripod, the SLIK MINI series have another great feature, the ability to use the tripod as a "Chest-Pod" camera support. To use it as a chest-pod, first loosen the locking collar around the center column, pull out (raise) the center column at least one inch and tighten. Then, with the legs spread, place the feet of the legs against your upper chest. Loosen the tripod head and position the camera so you can see through the viewfinder comfortably. This will better stabilize the camera and help avoid image degrading "camera shake." Small and light are what this tripod is all about. The SLIK MINI is an excellent and affordable table-top tripod. It has a maximum height of 8.5 inches and can hold up to 2.5 lbs. with its high impact plastic 2-way head built in. Perfect for positioning and holding a compact digital or film camera for those group photos where a self-timer is used.