I have used a pretty entry to mid level tripod and have had issues with shake and stability. I shot with a sinar f rail 4x5 camera. My first test were super low light at 1/8 of a second with no shake. Blew my mind, last tripod I will own.

I used this tripod, for the first time, on a wildlife photo trip to Brazil. Always easy to extend the legs and retract them again. I used it with the Gitzo GH5381SQD Series 5 QD Systematic Ball Head and the Gitzo GS3512S Carbon Fibre Rapid Column.

Compact; Easily Adjusted; Lightweight; Locks In Tight; Smooth Movement