SmallRig 71" Camera Tripod

71 in height Tripod / Monopod Ball head Aluminum

Overview

This is the tripod you throw in the truck and forget about until you need a steady shot.

The SmallRig 71 inch tripod is tall enough for eye level shots even if you are not short, but still folds down small enough to ride in a camp bin or behind a truck seat. The legs are simple flip locks, the ball head just works, and it feels a lot more solid than the cheap tripods that flex when you bump the camera.

It turns into a monopod when you want something lighter to move around with, and you can flip the center column for low angle shots at ground level. It is not a featherweight carbon stick, but for camp, truck, and general outdoor use the extra stability is worth a little more weight.

For the price, it is an easy upgrade from the wobbly starter tripods, especially if you are starting to trust it with a nicer camera or longer lens.

Best for Camp and travel shooting where you want a real standing height tripod that can handle a mirrorless body, a mid size lens, and wind without feeling sketchy.

Not for Ultralight backpackers counting every ounce or people who need a tiny tabletop tripod that lives in a sling bag full time.

Where to Buy

SmallRig 71" Camera Tripod

Foldable aluminum tripod and monopod combo with a 360 degree ball head, solid payload, and enough height for real world camp and trail shooting.

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Specs

Height

Adjustable from about 16 inches up to roughly 71 inches - goes from low angle shots to full standing height.

Weight and capacity

Around 3.3 lb with a rated load up to around 33 lb - plenty for a mirrorless body and normal lenses.

Head

360 degree ball head for quick framing - lock it down once and it stays put without drooping.

Tripod / Monopod

One leg converts to a monopod for lighter carry when you do not want the full tripod footprint.

Packed size

Folds down to under 17 inches so it fits in most camp bins, duffels, or side compartments.

Extras

Extra 1/4 inch threaded points on the collar for mounting a phone clamp, light, or small monitor.

My Notes

This is the kind of tripod that makes you actually use a tripod more because it is not a fight to carry or set up. It feels planted enough that you trust your camera on it but it still packs small enough for normal weekend trips.

Camp use: I like it for static shots of camp, time lapses of clouds, and talking to camera from a chair or standing by the fire ring.
Wind: In breezy conditions I hang a bag or water bottle off the center hook and it settles down fine.
Setup: Flip locks are quick when you are losing light - you can get to full height in a couple of seconds without fiddling.