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Vanguard Alta GH-300T Magnesium Alloy Tripod Grip Head
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Color | Gray |
Brand | VANGUARD |
Compatible Devices | DSLR, Video Camera, Mirrorless Camera, Spotting Scope |
Item Weight | 1.8 Pounds |
Maximum Weight Recommendation | 13 Pounds |
About this item
- Built with magnesium alloy which provides lightweight construction and long-lasting durability
- ALTA GH-300T works with an Arca-type quick release system (QS-60 V2 included) & built-in safety pin which can handle pay loads up to 13. 2 pounds
- Built-in shutter release trigger for capturing fast-moving objects easily. Universal 2. 5mm DC shutter release Cable input jack compatible with Most DSLRs
- 8-Stop handle positioning and versatile movement provides almost limitless positioning with 360° panning and 90° tilt and 72-click point panning makes for precise Panoramas with virtually all lens
- Specifications: Length: 8. 1". Width: 4. 25". Height: 4. 25". Frontal tilt: -8°~90°, later tilt: -90°~32°, swivel: 360°, weight: 1. 7 pounds
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Vanguard: What's Your Story?
Vanguard's customer-focused commitment has allowed us to design and produce feature-packed, premium tripods, bags, & sporting optics.
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Founded in 1986, Vanguard is a global company that designs and manufactures tripods, bags, sporting optics, and accessories. Every step from R&D to production is implemented in-house by our Vanguard-owned and operated robust global team.
Our drive to disrupt mediocrity and commitment to innovation has allowed us to create high-quality, innovative, and feature-packed products for photographers and outdoor enthusiasts all over the world.
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Made with the User in Mind
Every day, hundreds of thousands rely on Vanguard tripods, monopods, bags, binoculars, and accessories.
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Vanguard tripods combine solid engineering and innovative features to support photographers in their endeavors. Vanguard tripods offer maximum support for low-light, long-exposure, macro, and landscape photography.
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Vanguard camera bags, photography backpacks, roller bags, drone bags, and tech packs are made to meet (and exceed) your functional gear needs while upgrading your style at the same time.
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Vanguard develops quality binoculars that satisfy birders, sports fans, outdoors enthusiasts, and more.
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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.
Vanguard takes an amazing amount of pride in our service and support. To build the best possible photo and outdoor products means more than just designing and producing -- we have to support them, and we do.
Focus on the people who sell and use our products is an extraordinarily important part of our culture. Every day, our commitment to and respect for our customers and partners guides our decision making. As we introduce new products and grow our global reach, Vanguard will remain fully dedicated to high levels of integrity in all facets of our business.
Vanguard Tripods and Monopods: Your Best Work Awaits You
Vanguard tripods combine solid engineering and innovative features to support photographers, videographers, bloggers, and streamers. For low-light, long-exposure, macro, and landscape photography, Vanguard tripods offer you the best support and a wide array of useful functions. Whether you need something compact yet sturdy or a steadfast studio setup, Vanguard tripods have you covered.
With our Vesta, VEO, and Alta collections, you can find a tripod that suits your needs and experience level -- as well as choices for portable or studio applications.
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Vanguard camera bags, photography backpacks, roller bags, drone bags, and outdoor packs exceed your functionality and comfort needs while bursting with style. Plus, our bags are designed to look like photo bags on the inside only--letting you travel freely without advertising to everyone that you're carrying expensive camera equipment. Plus, Vanguard bags are built for comfort, with breathable, premium materials that let air flow while reliably protecting your gear.
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Vanguard has earned numerous international awards for its optics design and technology, and we continue to develop quality binoculars, monoculars, and scopes that satisfy birders, sports fans, outdoors enthusiasts, and more. Our multi-coating process helps deliver clear, crisp images and vibrant colors, and you can capture it all on your smartphone with our digiscoping accessories. Match your Vanguard optics with a Vanguard tripod or monopod kit to keep your glass nice and steady even in harsh terrain.
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Quality of material | 4.8 | 5.0 | 4.6 | 4.7 |
Stability | 4.5 | 4.8 | 4.6 | 4.6 |
Sturdiness | 4.7 | — | 4.4 | 5.0 |
Light weight | 3.8 | 4.6 | 4.5 | — |
Value for money | — | 4.8 | 4.6 | — |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Lixinshunyi | Lixinshunyi | Amazon Japan |
compatible devices | DSLR, Mirrorless Camera, Spotting Scope, Video Camera | Camera | Camera, Camcorder | Camera |
max. recommended weight | 13 pounds | 8.8 pounds | 15 kilograms | 8 kilograms |
weight | 1.8 pounds | 0.39 kilograms | 12.38 ounces | — |
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Product Dimensions | 8.2 x 4.2 x 4.2 inches |
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Item Weight | 1.8 pounds |
ASIN | B072M5C732 |
Item model number | ALTA GH-300T |
Customer Reviews |
4.1 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #2,348 in Complete Tripod Units |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | June 1, 2017 |
Manufacturer | Vanguard |
Country of Origin | Myanmar |
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Product Description
The ALTA GH-300T pistol grip ball head is a unique styled head to Vanguard and will appeal to many users in wedding, portrait, action and the Macro shot markets. This head allows you to lock, unlock and reposition your camera with one hand while making camera adjustments with the other. Its versatile movement provides almost limitless positioning with 360 Degree panning and 90 Degree tilt. The built-in friction system is designed to accommodate changing equipment weights and balances. Its magnesium alloy construction provides lightweight, long-lasting durability and added triggering capabilities allow for additional flexibility. Nikon TN1 and Canon TC1 cables are included. With the built-in 2. 5mm DC shutter release Cable input jack most DSLRs will be able to take advantage of the ALTA GH-300T triggering. Other cables and cameras can be used but need to be tested. Panoramas can be shot with the ALTA GH-300T. The top rotating platform enables a 360 Degree rotation with 72 click points for perfect panoramic pictures. This feature combined with your favorite stitching software gives you the added panoramic functionality if needed. The ALTA GH-300T Head comes complete with the head, bubble levels, Arca style mounting plate, Nikon and Canon trigger cables. A reducing bushing is included in case you mount this head to a ¼”-20 screw.
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Customers like the quality, grip and adhesion of the camera support. For example, they mention it's heavy duty, solid and the pistol grip is excellent. That said, opinions are mixed on ease of use and appearance.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the camera support. They mention it's heavy duty, top notch, and solid. Some say that the device delivered on expectations and is very useful.
"...As far as supporting my camera setup goes, it works quite well and I will be using it for the foreseeable future on my primary tripod...." Read more
"...The minute you lift the box you will notice how heavy duty this is, I’m sure this will hold a heavy weight camera/lens combination, the locking..." Read more
"...I was able to buy the bushing need to adapt it to my tripod. It works very well. I do fill like there is some room to improve the design...." Read more
"This is a very heavy duty tripod head. I was hoping it would be my Holy Grail Tripod head for my spotting scope but, alas, it is not!..." Read more
Customers like the grip of the camera support. They mention it's an excellent pistol grip for cameras and lenses, and the action of the grip mechanism and smooth flow of the head make it super easy to use. Some complain about the older model's pistol grip squeeze handle, which loosens the head. Overall, customers are satisfied with the grip and functionality of the product.
"...The action of the grip mechanism and smooth flow of the head make it super easy to move the scope to where I need to look, and to follow birds as..." Read more
"...Th one feature I like about the older model is the pistol grip squeeze handle which loosens the head allowing easy movement, then locking when the..." Read more
"Heavy Duty, Best Ever Tripod Pistol Grip Head With a Minor Flaw..." Read more
"Excellent tripod and camera grip head..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the adhesion of the camera support. They mention that it locks into place well, is secure, and does not budge. The screw-in bolt holds the mounting place in, and it's a joy to use. The locking mechanism is very strong, and the attachment gets into position quickly.
"...This attachment is secure - the screw-in bolt holds the mounting place in place and it does not budge...." Read more
"...will hold a heavy weight camera/lens combination, the locking mechanism is very strong...." Read more
"Good inexpensive trigger head. Locks into place well. Easy to use...." Read more
"...I didn't return it, is that it's a joy to use, and locks and gets into position quickly...." Read more
Customers like the stability of the camera support. They mention that it does not move, and the grip squeeze handle loosens the head allowing easy movement. The flow of the head makes it super easy to move the scope to where you need to look.
"...of the grip mechanism and smooth flow of the head make it super easy to move the scope to where I need to look, and to follow birds as they fly...." Read more
"...older model is the pistol grip squeeze handle which loosens the head allowing easy movement, then locking when the grip is released...." Read more
"...with the amount of weight at any angle this would support and not move...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the camera support. Some mention that it's well made and easy to use, while others say that it is difficult to set or unset.
"...The attachment that came with the tripod was hard to use - never have been a fan of the lever system...." Read more
"Good inexpensive trigger head. Locks into place well. Easy to use...." Read more
"...It was extremely difficult to set or unset...." Read more
"This is a very easy to use tripod head, but with a grip that looks so much like a gun pistol handle, I had to put a sock over it when I use it in..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the appearance of the camera support. Some mention that everything looks good, and the build seems solid, while others say that there is some room to improve the design. They also mention that the product looks like a weapon.
"...Sorry about the expense, but such is life. A very fine head that is Acra-Swiss compatible..." Read more
"...It works very well. I do fill like there is some room to improve the design...." Read more
"Everything looks good and the build seem solid. But the product was missing the quick adapter plate :..." Read more
"...It looks so much like a weapon when I've got it strapped to my camera bag I got wary looks from people who noticed it...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the tilting of the camera support. They mention that the vertical tilting is limited, and the position of the notches cannot be rotated. They also say that aiming upwards might pose a problem, and that the tripod is clumsy enough that using it upsets the acquired angle of the device.
"...ballheads (which usually only have one notch), the position of the notches cannot be rotated...." Read more
"...Aiming down is easy but aiming upwards might pose a problem...." Read more
"Overall a great product. My only dissatisfaction is that the *ve up angle is limited...." Read more
"...actuated locking mechanism is clumsy enough that using it upsets the acquired angle of the device...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the weight of the camera support. They say it's a bit on the heavy side, and adds some weight to your rig.
"...It’s not light weight your not going use it back packing.After you get used to the goofy grip you’ll be fine with the stability of it..." Read more
"Well built and very useful. A bit on the heavy side however it is quite sturdy...." Read more
"Heavy and not very intuitive..." Read more
"It adds some weight to your rig..." Read more
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Additionally the quick release system works okay with the provided plate, but seems to be a little shallow for other plates and it is not as easy as it should be to attach or remove them from the tripod head. This is inconvenient as the main reason for purchasing this head was to use with an L-bracket. Also, the rubber pads on the quick release plate were not attached properly and fell off. (The head was purchased used through Amazon Warehouse, but everything else about it seemed like new and normal.)
None of these problems are dealbreakers, but they keep this from being an ideal tripod head and would likely be more frustrating if this was purchased at full retail price.
But the only flaw is the area were the wire connects, I have seen reviews were people have broken the connector because the palm of your hand will put pressure there. ( see pictures )
The solution is to get a $5.00 90 degree connector, this might prevent from breaking so easy.
look it up as MyCableMart 2.5mm Right Angle Adapter, Male/Female Stereo TRS (3 Connector)
Reviewed in the United States on July 14, 2020
But the only flaw is the area were the wire connects, I have seen reviews were people have broken the connector because the palm of your hand will put pressure there. ( see pictures )
The solution is to get a $5.00 90 degree connector, this might prevent from breaking so easy.
look it up as MyCableMart 2.5mm Right Angle Adapter, Male/Female Stereo TRS (3 Connector)
It’s not light weight your not going use it back packing.
After you get used to the goofy grip you’ll be fine with the stability of it
It’s very sturdy, it will probably last a life time.
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Other than that AWESOME.