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Vanguard Alta Pro 2+ 263CB 100 Carbon Fiber Tripod with Alta BH-100 Ball Head and Multi-Angle Center Column for Sony, Nikon, Canon DSLR Cameras
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Brand | VANGUARD |
Color | Grey |
Compatible Devices | Camera |
Material | Magnesium Alloy |
Item Weight | 4.8 Pounds |
Weight Limit | 15 Pounds |
Model Name | ALTA PRO 2+ 263CB 100 |
Maximum Height | 68.25 Inches |
Tripod Head Type | Ball Heads |
Minimum Height | 29.1 Inches |
About this item
- Incorporates the Vanguard Multi Angle Center Column (MACC)
- 4 labeled multi leg angle selections (20°, 40°, 60°, 80°), ¼ turn lock/unlock twist lock legs and anti-slip rubber feet
- The Alta BH-100 head is built with magnesium alloy which provides lightweight construction and long-lasting durability
- Arca-type quick release system with built-in safety pin and anodized center ball for extremely fluid movement without sacrificing control
- Tripod Specifications: 26mm carbon fiber legs, Folded height: 29.25". Extended height: 68.25". Weight: 4.75 pounds.
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ALTA PRO 2+ Tripods
The new Alta Pro 2+ tripods have improved stability and quicker setup, enabling more angle possibilities than ever before.
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Multi-angle center columnSimplicity and technology, together like never before. The result is a simple one finger action set up of the redesigned central column and lock mechanism. |
4 Individual leg positionsThe re-design of the Alta Pro sees the addition of a 4th leg angle that ensures the perfect positioning and balancing for shooting in any situation. |
New twist lock technologyThe highly advanced 35° twist lock makes the Alta Pro 2 easier, faster and more secure than ever to set up. And the newly designed twist locks are engineered to hold unmatched loading capacities. |
Connect your accessoriesNew Alta Connect, allows photographers to enhance their shooting scope. Alta Pro 2 is fitted with a 3/8 connector that welcomes a variety of additional accessories. |
Alta Pro 2+ 263AB100 | Alta Pro 2+ 263AP | Alta Pro 2+ 263AT | Alta Pro 2+ 264AT | Alta Pro 2+ 263CB 100 | Alta Pro 2+ 263CP | |
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Closed Height | 29 inches | 29.8 inches | 24.6 inches | 19.8 inches | 29 inches | 29.8 inches |
Max. Extended Height | 68.2 inches | 68.2 inches | 63.7 inches | 59 inches | 68.2 inches | 68.2 inches |
Extended Height with Center Column Down | 56.3 inches | 57 inches | 51.7 inches | 47 inches | 56.3 inches | 57 inches |
Leg Diameter | 26 mm | 26 mm | 26 mm | 26 mm | 26 mm | 26 mm |
Leg Sections | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 |
Head | Alta BH-100 | Alta PH-32 | Without Head | Without Head | Alta BH-100 | Alta PH-32 |
Max Load | 15.4 pounds | 11 pounds | 15.4 pounds | 15.4 pounds | 15.4 pounds | 11 pounds |
Weight | 5.3 pounds | 5.7 pounds | 3.9 pounds | 4.1 pounds | 4.75 pounds | 5.2 pounds |
Material | Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum | Carbon Fiber | Carbon Fiber |
What professionals are saying
"If you are looking to invest in a tripod, I would highly recommend buying this Alta Pro 2+ tripod. Vanguard is a great company and I love their tripods- I have some that are 3-4 years old and they are still going strong, and I expect the same out of this new Alta Pro." Jay P Morgan, The Slanted Lens
About vanguard
Vanguard is a global company that designs and manufactures tripods, bags, sporting optics, and accessories. For over 30 years, our drive to disrupt mediocrity and commitment to innovation has allowed us to create the highest quality products for photographers and outdoor enthusiasts at an affordable cost.
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Light weight | 3.9 | 4.6 | 3.9 | 3.5 | 4.3 | 4.5 |
Stability | 4.2 | 5.0 | 4.2 | 2.6 | — | 4.6 |
Sturdiness | 4.1 | — | 4.1 | 2.6 | 4.6 | 4.6 |
Versatility | 4.5 | — | 4.5 | — | 4.0 | 4.7 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Vanguard USA Inc. | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | SmallRig | Lixinshunyi |
compatible devices | Camera | Camera | Camera | Smartphone, Mirrorless and DSLR Cameras | Camera, Camcorder | Camera, Camcorder, Smartphone |
tripod head type | Ball Heads | Ball Heads | Ball Heads | Ball Heads | Ball Heads | Ball |
material | Magnesium Alloy | Carbon Fiber | Aluminum | Carbon Fiber | Carbon Fiber | Carbon Fiber |
minimum height | 29.1 inches | 5 inches | 29 inches | 16 inches | — | 68 centimeters |
maximum height | 68.25 inches | 68 inches | 68.2 inches | 61 inches | 158 centimeters | 205 centimeters |
folded size | 29.1-Inch | 29.9 inches | 29-Inch | — | 40cm | — |
weight | 4.75 pounds | 2.4 kilograms | 5.3 pounds | 3.5 pounds | — | 62 ounces |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 30.9 x 5.2 x 5.2 inches |
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Item Weight | 4.75 pounds |
ASIN | B07CN9THPY |
Item model number | ALTA PRO 2+ 263CB 100 |
Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #1,056 in Complete Tripod Units |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | April 25, 2018 |
Manufacturer | VANGUARD |
Country of Origin | Myanmar |
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Product Description
The Alta Pro 2+ 263CB 100 carbon fiber tripod kit combines the lightweight Alta Pro 2+ 263CT carbon fiber tripod legs with the multi-angle center column (MACC) along with the rugged Vanguard Alta BH-100 ball head. The Alta BH-100 ball head will appeal to many users in wedding, portrait, action and the macro shot markets. This head allows you to reposition your camera easily and allows you to get the shot quickly while not missing any action. Its versatile movement provides almost limitless positioning with 360° panning and 90° tilt. The built-in friction system allows you to apply some drag to the ball so that you can easily work with your subject while still making effortless camera movements. The Arca compatible QS-60 V2 quick shoe plate allows you to mount your gear on any item that accepts the Arca style locking system. Its magnesium alloy construction provides lightweight, long-lasting durability! Lightweight, compact and built for location shooting. The 3 section Alta Pro 2+ 263CT carbon fiber tripod is capable of load capacities up to 15.4 pounds. This lightweight tripod has ergonomic ¼ turn lock and unlock twist style leg locks. Multi degree setting leg angle selections allow you complete flexibility to reach the maximum height of 68.25” or combined with the Vanguard MACC you can get down as low 9”.
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Customers like the ease of use of the tripod. They say it is easy to set up and take down. Customers also like the adjustability, and value of the product. However, some customers have reported issues with stability and usability. They mention that the center column moves a lot and that there is too much drift. Customers disagree on quality, weight, appearance, and usable.
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Customers like the ease of use of the camera tripod. For example, they mention it adjusts in seconds, makes even the most difficult setups quick, and has ergonomic adjustments that make setups easy. Some say that the quarter-lock legs make it easier to get a level setup on uneven surfaces, and that the one-handed operation is easy.
"...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...." Read more
"This tripod is very sturdy and easy to set up quickly. The multiple articulations at the head make it very usable for several types of photography...." Read more
"I loved this tripod. The ergonomic adjustments are so easy to use...." Read more
"Light weight, tall, easy to use, looks amazing, works great. And I am very picky, but I loved this!..." Read more
Customers like the adjustability of the camera tripod. They mention that it's very adjustable, able to adapt to almost any position required, and has a multi-adjustable center column. This is useful for fine adjustments when you're tilting the center column, and the quick adjustment twists are smooth. Overall, customers are satisfied with the adjust-ability of this tripod.
"...This is useful for fine adjustments when you're tilting the center column.Raising and lowering the center column..." Read more
"...The tripod is very sturdy and incredibly smooth to adjust...." Read more
"...The build quality seems really great and I love the versatility of the center column...." Read more
"...have a very nice friction to them and tightening/loosening the telescoping legs feels great...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the value of the camera tripod. They say it's a great buy and a good value for money. Some mention that the tripod is smooth for the money and that it arrived in excellent condition.
"...I know it won’t slip, won’t fall and for me - that makes it worth every penny." Read more
"...pan, especially if zoomed, but it is a budget tripod, so pretty smooth for the $$$...." Read more
"The Alta Pro 2+ is an excellent tripod for the price. Then, why only 3 stars?..." Read more
"...It is the best value out there!..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the camera tripod. Some mention that it appears to be very well made, while others say that it does not last, is not very sturdy, and the advanced twist locks wore out. Some say that the tripod is great for any situation, while other say that they experienced problems within 5 uses.
"...seeming less convenient at first, I prefer it for a greater feeling of solidity and lesser "fiddly-ness."Accessory attachments..." Read more
"...It’s a solid piece of equipment that is easy to maneuver and you could put this in any configuration imaginable...." Read more
"...a lot even after tightening to the max making the rest of the tripod feel flimsy and uneven. Maybe some quality issues from this seller...." Read more
"...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..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the appearance of the camera tripod. Some mention it's very nice, beautifully engineered, and has wonderful function, while others say it'd not well made and has a major design flaw.
"...The twist locks are fast and easy to use. Good design there.Rubber feet..." Read more
"...Quality control is not perfect so eventually someone will get a bad one. Don't let that discourage you...." Read more
"...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...." Read more
"...Maybe some quality issues from this seller. Now i contacted Vanguard and will need to pay shipping so they can fix or replace it...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the weight of the camera tripod. Some mention that it's easy to use and light for its weight, while others say that it is sturdy but a bit heavy. Some customers also say that the tripod is not suitable for medium-heavy telephoto lenses, but fine for small, light lenses.
"...WeightBoth tripods are pretty lightweight and probably both would be good for travel..." Read more
"...training videos, and it is a nice addition to a minimal, lightweight location kit...." Read more
"...It's not exactly what I would call lightweight, but I've gladly carried it for several miles into the swamps of Florida to get the shot I was..." Read more
"...It's heavy enough to hold my spotting scope still while using it. I totally recommend it." Read more
Customers are mixed about the usability of the camera tripod. Some mention that it is easy to use, looks amazing, and works great for indoor shoots, while others say that it's almost unusable, tightened up, and is nearly unable to properly work. That said, some say that the quality looks great, but it doesn't perform.
"...It seemed a good buy and worked acceptably... until yesterday. I always had doubts about the quicklock leg feature...." Read more
"Update: Found all the user problems - tripod works perfectly, no QC issues...." Read more
"...Extremely disappointing experience." Read more
"Light weight, tall, easy to use, looks amazing, works great. And I am very picky, but I loved this!..." Read more
Customers are not satisfied with the stability of the camera tripod. They say that it wobbles, has too much drift, and the center column moves a lot. The knob broke and won't move. Some customers also mention that one leg got loose and was tough to lock.
"...These inevitably drop to the bottom, and the small washers come off...." Read more
"...using it more and adding heavier lenses I noticed the center column moves a lot even after tightening to the max making the rest of the tripod feel..." Read more
"...My gear weighs roughly 9 pounds and there was ZERO wobble, ZERO play in the ball head and with the legs...." Read more
"...issues with the legs not staying in the “lock” position and starting to slide down as I was trying to adjust the camera...." Read more
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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.
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.
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.
Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2022
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.
If you are still debating on ordering this I wouldn't hesitate. Remember that there will always be defective units leaving warehouses no matter the product. Quality control is not perfect so eventually someone will get a bad one. Don't let that discourage you. The tripod is very sturdy and incredibly smooth to adjust.
I have no doubt that if my last tripod lasted 27 years then I likely won't need to replace this for a very long time. That is of course unless my wife gets her hands on it like the last one.
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Le basculement de la barre est très utile en macro.
La rotule est correcte et suffisante pour mon matériel.
Attention, ce n'est pas un trépied de voyage, il fait son poid (plus de 2.2 kg), d'ou la stabilité, et replié il fait 65cm