The velbon videomate 438 aluminum tripod is a 271 lb camera support with a fluid pan and tilt head it can reach a maximum height of 503 with the geared center column fully extended and it has a minimum working height of 415 this portable tripod folds down to 2323 the videomate 438 will support a maximum of 441 lb a qb 4l quick release plate is included this is an ideal tripod for todays lightweight video cameras