Returned, as it would not support the spotting scope, camera and gimbal head I have

Would recommend getting an inexpensive ir remote for the camera too over the basic one that usually comes with the camera and it opens your world of possibilities up

it is easy to use and can be made very compact

I wouldn't use it for a big telephoto, but for the size and weight, it's the perfect travel companion

Exactly what I was looking for

I’ve subsequently carried this tripod on several business trips and it’s added a new dimension to my low-light photo opportunities