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Vanguard Alta Pro 2+ 263AB 100 Aluminum Tripod with Alta BH-100 Ball Head and Multi-Angle Center Column

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Style: ALTA PRO 2+ 263AB 100 Tripod Kit


Pattern Name: Tripod


Features

  • Ball Head - 360 panning, friction control, 2 bubble levels, and quick release Arca-type system
  • Unique Perspective - MACC (Multi-Angle Center Column) for limitless shooting angles and Never waver - firm hexagonal center column
  • Position versatility - 3 section legs with 4 position angles - 20, 40, 60, 80 and Rock solid positioning - unique locked to unlocked twist-lock system
  • Extra stability - canopy suspension loop for counterbalance weight and Alta Link - 3/8 thread bonus connection for any accessory: reflector, articulated or flexible arms, and much more
  • Tripod Specifications: 26mm, 3 section aluminum legs. Folded height: 29". Extended height: 68.2", Weight: 5 pounds. Max. load capacity: 15.4 pounds

Description

The Alta Pro 2+ 263Ab 100 Is The New Industry Standard For An Ultimate Performance Tripod, Assured To Flawlessly Support Not Only Your Camera, But Also Your Creative Workflow. Key Product Highlights Include: Macc (Multi-Angle Center Column System): With A Unique Quick Action Center Column, You Will Enjoy Quick, Simple And Intuitive “Twist And Lock” Positioning At Any Angle Of 15° Steps. And Range Rotation Of -90° To +90° That Supports Unlimited Creativity, While Significantly Improving Results In Any Field Of Photography, Landscape To Macro! Central Column & Lock Mechanism: Our Mechanism Offers One Handed, Effortless Smooth Operation And Rapid Action Set-Up, While Our Unique Hexagonal Central Column Ensures Enhanced Rigidity And Stability. Leg Angle Selector: Achieve Perfect Positioning And Balance Of The Tripod To Match Any Working Terrain, By Using The Strong And Steady 4 Angle Leg Setting Options Of 20°, 40°, 60° Or 80° Advanced Twist-Lock: Ultra-Fast 35° Turn To “Lock” Or “Unlock” Ensures Instant Leg Extension/Contraction. This Exceptional New System Is Engineered To Support An Unmatched Loading Capacity In Comparison To Any Other Tripod In This Segment. Superb Build Quality And Multi Featured: Fitted Bubble Level And Dedicated Suspension Loop To Ensure Perfect Position And Additional Stability By Hanging Counterweight Or Bags; Non-Slip, All- Weather Tpu Grips On 2 Legs; Angled Rubber Feet (Alta Sf Spiked Feet Sold Separately), And Included Bonus Tripod Bag. Alta Bh-100 Enhanced Performance Features Include: Durable Aircraft Aluminum Housing, Easy-To-Grip Large Lever Lock, Ergonomic Friction Control, Precision Lock, Independent Panning Lock, Two Bubble Levels For Precise 90° Angle In Just One Second & Accurate 360° Panoramic Photography Or Videography Adjustments, Universal Arca-Type Quick Release System With A Built-In Safety Pin To Prevent Accidentally Releasing Your Camera,And Qs-60 V2 Quick Shoe Fitted With ¼’ D-Ring Screw.

Brand: VANGUARD


Color: Grey


Compatible Devices: Camera


Special Feature: Lightweight


Material: Aluminum


Item Weight: 5 Pounds


Weight Limit: 15 Pounds


Model Name: ALTA PRO 2+263AB 100


Maximum Height: 68.2 Inches


Tripod Head Type: Ball Heads


Product Dimensions: 5 x 5 x 29 inches


Item Weight: 5 pounds


Item model number: ALTA PRO 2+ 263AB 100


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: February 20, 2017


Manufacturer: Vanguard


Country of Origin: Malaysia


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    • I'm returning it — but for another of Vanguard's tripods
Style: ALTA PRO 2+ 263CT Tripod Legs Pattern Name: Tripod
Vanguard tripods aren't available locally that I know of. So I decided to do a "shoot-out" by purchasing two of them on Amazon and figuring out which one is better for my needs. I'll use "CT" for the carbon-fiber model—Alta Pro 2+ 263CT. I'll use "AB" to refer to the aluminum model—Alta Pro 263 AB. This is a comparison between the two models as much as a review of the CT. The Alta Pro line is an older design than the Pro 2 and 2+, but it still has a lot going for it. At first glance Both units appear solidly made, but I get an overall impression of greater solidity with the AB. Especially when they're extended to their full heights—both 53", per the spec sheets—the AB feels more stable to me. (The max. leg diameters appear to be the same.) Weight Both tripods are pretty lightweight and probably both would be good for travel (b.t.w. you can reduce the overall length slightly by reversing their center columns). The CT is likely better for travel, being a bit lighter. That aside, I barely notice the weight difference. Leg angle controls The CT has four possible leg angles. The AB has three. Leg angle lock/unlock Both models' leg angle unlock mechanisms are flush with the surface, making them unlikely to catch on anything—good design there, Vanguard. I find the AB model's legs a bit easier to work with due to slightly lesser stiffness (at least, out of the box). With the AB, you press a button inward for unlocking; with the CT, you press the entire mechanism downward slightly. I find the AB's pushbutton a bit easier to work with. But it's a very minor difference. The trade-off for the lesser stiffness is that you can't conveniently pick up the AB by just one leg—the thing swings open. (I use a velcro strap to hold its legs in place when I'm carrying it.) The CT can be picked up by one leg and nothing moves. Foam grips on legs Both tripods have foam grips—the CT on two legs, the AB on all legs. Kudos to Vanguard for this. Leg extension locks—clamp vs. twist The CT has two "short-throw" twist locks per leg (the AB has clamp locks). I'd never used the short-throw twist locks before and didn't think I'd like them. But no, they're great—it requires little effort to lock and unlock them. The twist locks are fast and easy to use. Good design there. Rubber feet The CT is supplied with angled rubber feet. It can be outfitted with metal spikes, available separately. The AB has round rubber feet, which can be screwed all the way inward to reveal spikes—convenient, but sometimes the rubber feet can loosen up and gradually rotate on their own, revealing the spikes when you don't want them exposed. Anyway, +1 for the design of the CT's angled feet. Tightening knobs The CT's knobs appear to be at least partly metal and feel heavier-duty, with knurled rubberized surfaces. They're definitely an improvement over the AB's all-plastic knobs, which aren't rubberized. The CT's are easier to work with and feel more solid. Pan control If you go by the specs on Vanguard's web site, you might think that neither AB nor CT has a separate pan control. But both models do have pan locks, enabling you to rotate the entire center column easily. This is useful for fine adjustments when you're tilting the center column. Raising and lowering the center column IMO the AB wins in this respect. The column slides more easily and feels more solid. Not that the CT's column is flimsy. It just doesn't feel as solid to me. Both models have thick rubber gaskets on the underside of the tripod head mounting plate. Purpose: to dampen shock if the center column falls unexpectedly. That's a nice touch. Center column hook The end of the AB's center column has a hook to which you can attach a weight. This is handy if the column is extended way out. The CT does not have a hook in that location. Instead, it has a pushbutton release so that the center column can be drawn upward to use the column tilt mechanism or to remove the center column entirely if you want to reverse it. If you want to reverse the AB's center column, you have to press a small button (under spring tension) on the side of the column. Either way it's a trade-off of one convenience for another. Center column tilting This is a great feature of several Vanguard tripods: enabling the column to tilt at various angles or be positioned parallel to the ground. The CT (Alta Pro 2+ line) and AB (Alta Pro line) have very different tilt-lock designs. As one of Vanguard's promotional videos points out, with the newer Pro 2+ design you're less likely to pull the center column all the way out by accident. The CT's clamping mechanism (for tilt angle) requires only a single very beefy knob, while the AB's has a two-part lever-plus-clamp system that is not as easy to use, at least at first glance. BUT—the CT's locking mechanism contains some kind of "teeth" on the inside, limiting you to specific angles. To be sure there are plenty of possible angles. The AB mechanism seems to allow any angle I want to use (within its overall limits). To me, the AB mechanism feels more solid and turns out to be easier to use. Getting the CT column at just the right angle is more "fiddly" in my experience. So despite the AB's mechanism seeming less convenient at first, I prefer it for a greater feeling of solidity and lesser "fiddly-ness." Accessory attachments The CT has a 3/8"-threaded accessory socket (with "captured" rubber plug). The AB has no socket in that location—it has a hook for suspending a weight. Bubble levels Both models have bubble levels. Conclusion These are both great tripods, both worth 5 stars, and I can recommend both. The CT has a lot going for it, including lesser weight and better control knob design. But I think the AB is the one I'll keep, primarily due to the greater feeling of solidity and the design of the column tilt lock. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2021 by Romidar
    • Most versatile tri-pod I own
Style: ALTA PRO 2+ 263AGH Tripod Kit Pattern Name: Tripod
I own several tripods and this is my overall favorite. I have more durable tripods but I end up using this one most often because of its versatility. The tripod's central bar can be pulled out easily and then mounted at several different angles. It allows me to mount my camera vertically, aiming down. I use it for macro photography but this versatility could be used for a number of applications. I have always been nervous about mounting my camera vertically but the mount that comes with the tripod is strong and tight...puts my mind at ease a bit. The pistol grip is something I love. It allows for a more quick precise adjustment. The way it moves is intuitive and the grip feels strong and sturdy. The legs of the tripod are strong enough but some of my others may be more applicable for rough outdoor use. But, I've used the tripod several times for hours and it's durability has not concerned me. I like this tripod a lot and would recommend it. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2024 by Shantastic
    • Sturdy Tripod For The Weight, Lame Bag
Style: ALTA PRO 2+ 263AP Tripod Kit Pattern Name: Tripod
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I use this to support an iPad Pro, 12.9" for shooting training videos, and it is a nice addition to a minimal, lightweight location kit. It is very sturdy for the weight, and has a lot of nice features, including the angle-arm to offset the pan head-- which is especially handy for shooting table-top items like products or demos of small items. The legs have a nifty, quarter-turn lock so it is pretty fast to extend and adjust the legs. Both the pan-head and the legs have a bubble-level. When combined with the quarter-lock legs it is easier to get a level setup on uneven surfaces than with other types of leg locks. The pan head is fairly smooth, for something in this price range. There is a little inertial, friction jerk, when starting a slow pan, especially if zoomed, but it is a budget tripod, so pretty smooth for the $$$. I also got the gear shelf, which is pretty essential for adding some weight to increase stability. It is also handy to hold mics, batteries and etc. Overall I really like this tripod. My only complaint is the bag. The pan-head handles have to be removed from the head to fit the tripod with head attached in the bag. These inevitably drop to the bottom, and the small washers come off. The tripod will still work without these, but you get a gritty feeling when tightening the handles without them. The bag really needs an additional zipper-compartment for storing these handles/washers and other small parts like Allen keys. As it is, I've frequently dropped them when fishing the handles out of the very bottom of the bag, and It is very embarrassing to have to waste time searching the floor for these stupid little washers, especially with a client looking on. I've thought about storing these separately, but it's even more embarrassing to show up for a shoot and forget the small parts, because they aren't in the same bag. So 5 stars for the tripod, but 3 (or less) for the lame-o bag. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2022 by fgr33n fgr33n
    • I don’t have to hold my breath
Style: ALTA PRO 2+ 263AGH Tripod Kit Pattern Name: Tripod
Amazon sent me a used tripod and the mount was broken on the head. Vanguard support was AMAZING. I was so happy with the way they treated me. A lot of my work requires bracketed shots and I don’t have to hold my breath(literally) with this tripod. It’s a solid piece of equipment that is easy to maneuver and you could put this in any configuration imaginable. I was hesitant with some of the reviews on how cheap the adjustments feel, but I don’t get that. My gear weighs roughly 9 pounds and there was ZERO wobble, ZERO play in the ball head and with the legs. I know it won’t slip, won’t fall and for me - that makes it worth every penny. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 15, 2022 by Krys Boyer

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