Slik 500DX Pro Tripod with 3-Way Head

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★★★★☆
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Pros

  • Good stability (21)
  • Unfolds quickly (16)
  • Good footing (11)
  • Locks in tight (11)
  • Easily adjusted (10)
  • Rugged (9)
  • Smooth movement (9)
  • Lightweight (7)
  • Folds small (5)
  • Sturdy (2)
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Cons

  • Heavy / bulky (12)
  • 6 leg locks, 340 has 9 (1)
  • A little bit heavy (1)
  • Heavy but priced right (1)
  • No liquid level (1)
  • Poor pan and tilt head (1)
  • Somewhat cumbersome (1)

Best Uses

  • Stabilization (19)
  • Long exposures (16)
  • Photography (15)
  • Portraits (8)
  • Special events (7)
  • Reducing noise (iso reduction) (6)
  • Travel (5)
  • Home (4)
  • Office (2)
  • Outdoors (2)
 
 
 

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The Slik Pro 500DX Tripod is a full size eye-level tripod that uses Tri-Titanium material, a strong aerospace alloy compromised of aluminum, magnesium and titanium. The Slik Pro 500DX tripod has a strength-to-weight ratio 40% greater than comparable tripods in its class. The included 3-way pan/tilt head includes a built-in quick release shoe that can slip in from any direction. It features a locking lever and safety catch to prevent accidental release.

Specification Description
Model 615-320, 615320
UPC 049368700016
Maximum Capacity 10 To 19.9 Lbs
Maximum Height Over 72"
Select Aluminum

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Product Reviews

Last update: Nov 11, 2009

Slik 500DX Pro Tripod with 3-Way Head Reviews

 
 
 

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[6 of 6 customers found this review helpful]

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★★★★☆
4.0
excellent choice

"As an art focused photographer stability is a necessity in my equipment. I use an ISO 50 B&W film so I see alot of long shutter speeds. The slik tripod has raised the level of my creativity because I know I have a very stable platform to shoot from. The added benifit of available height( I stand 6-5) was a big plus. I was worried about the weight because many of my projects are nature based and require long day ..." Read Full Review »

Mar 21, 2008 by Mark "The Bear"

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★★★☆☆
3.0
The tripod is great-Forget the head.

"This tripod is outstanding-I agree with all the favorable reviews of the tripod. The pan and tilt head does not live up to the quality of the tripod. The pan and tilt handles are too loose in their threads when loosened enough to unlock the pan and tilt functions. Couple the loose handles with the sticking of the pan/tilt movements, and I find this combination unsuitable for precise adjustments; such as macro..." Read Full Review »

Jun 11, 2009 by Dennis

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[6 of 6 customers found this review helpful]

Slik 500DX Pro Tripod with 3-Way Head Review

excellent choice

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Easily Adjusted
  • Good Footing
  • Locks In Tight
  • Rugged
  • Smooth Movement

    Cons

  • Heavy

    Best Uses

  • Home
  • Special Events
  • Travel
 

"As an art focused photographer stability is a necessity in my equipment. I use an ISO 50 B&W film so I see alot of long shutter speeds. The slik tripod has raised the level of my creativity because I know I have a very stable platform to shoot from. The added benifit of available height( I stand 6-5 …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Mar 21 2008
Mark "The Bear"
Southern Indiana
I am:
  • Semi-Professional
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Price: $139.95
 

[5 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

Slik 500DX Pro Tripod with 3-Way Head Review

Excellent professional tripod

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Easily Adjusted
  • Good Footing
  • Locks In Tight
  • Rugged
  • Smooth Movement

    Cons

  • Slightly heavy
  • Somewhat cumbersome

    Best Uses

  • Home
  • Special Events
  • Travel
 

"I purchased this tripod for my new Nikon D40X, and I think it is excellent. This is the first tripod I have ever owned, but I did a fair amount of research and comparative shopping before purchasing it. The most difficult decision was whether to purchase the Slik 500DX or the Slik 700DX, which has …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Apr 30 2008
Dvatri
Columbus, Ohio
I am:
  • Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Reviewed at:
Price: $139.95
 

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Slik 500DX Pro Tripod with 3-Way Head Review

Great tripod for this price!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Easily Adjusted
  • Good Footing
  • Locks In Tight
  • Rugged
  • Smooth Movement
  • More »

    Cons

  • Somewhat heavy

    Best Uses

  • Nature and landscapes
 

"I love this tripod. I've had it about 6 months. It's solid as a rock, holds my Canon XTi and 100-300 lens with no problem at all. Very easy to set up and adjust. It's been set in mud, snow, and mountain streams, as well as on solid ground. If you hike long distances this may not be for you, you pay …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Feb 21 2008
shotzbyjay
southern Illinois
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  • Hobbyist/Enthusiast
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Price: $139.95
 

Slik 500DX Pro Tripod with 3-Way Head Review

The tripod is great-Forget the head.

★★★☆☆
3.0

    Pros

  • Adjusts low for macro
  • Extends very high
  • Good Stability
  • Unfolds Quickly

    Cons

  • Heavy
  • Poor pan and tilt head

    Best Uses

  • Long Exposures
  • Photography
  • Portraits
  • Reducing Noise (ISO Reduction)
  • Stabilization
 

"This tripod is outstanding-I agree with all the favorable reviews of the tripod. The pan and tilt head does not live up to the quality of the tripod. The pan and tilt handles are too loose in their threads when loosened enough to unlock the pan and tilt functions. Couple the loose handles with th …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Jun 11 2009
Dennis
Lubbock
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  • Photo Enthusiast
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Price: $139.95
 
 

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Slik 500DX Pro Tripod with 3-Way Head Review

Very stable tripod for a good price

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Easy to use
  • Good Stability
  • Sturdy

    Cons

  • Slightly heavy

    Best Uses

  • Long Exposures
  • Stabilization
 

"This is a monster of a tripod and the perfect choice for semi-pros like me. For the price I doubt if there is any better choice available. I bought this tripod after a lot of research and it has yielded me with perfect results.[@] A very stable tripod for those long exposure shots. Folding/unfolding …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Sep 21 2008
neelsky
Seattle, WA
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  • Semi-Professional
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Price: $139.95
 
 
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