K&F Concept MS05 Tripod Review
I love a tripod, they are such a versatile accessory, and they are essential to every photographer. I always try to take one with me on every photoshoot I can, and I never leave on a trip without one in some form. Bit sometimes I prefer ones thats smaller, like the MS05 from K&F Concept.
Although I have a big main tripod (the K&F Concept Carbon Fibre Tripod), this isn’t always appropriate to bring. So mini-travel tripods have become my go-to. Their lack of height can be overcome if you decide to get creative. Finding props to raise them up or even use the closeness to the ground to make a subject seem taller.
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MS05 Tripod: Our Verdict
Pros
Cons
MS05 Technical Details
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Weight | 208g |
| Dimensions | 20.8 cm x 5.8 cm x 3.9 cm |
| Main materials | Aluminium Alloy |
| Max Height | 15.6cm |
| Max Weight | 20kg |
First Impressions
Taking it out of the packaging it looks like a great little tripod. It’s small and robust, and I’d be confident it can support its 20kg weight claim. I like the metal material, it still keeps the tripod lightweight but it gives more confidence than plastic. It’s a similar size to the Ulanzi MT-14 at max height, but doesn’t pack down as small.
Height
The model I am testing is the largest, with a maximum height of 15.6cm. There is a slightly smaller version which has a maximum height of 10.5. That’s a pretty tiny height but these are designed for tabletops. If you take into account the height of the camera when propping it on some rocks or on a tabletop then it’s a lot more usable, of course, this is reliant on there being a flat surface nearby.
Where to buy a MS05 Tripod
Lightweight and affordable, this is a great option if you want something tabletop-sized. However, it isn’t the most packable of tabletop tripods. If you want to purchase one yourself, check out the link below to Amazon.
Usage
Setting up is really easy, and requires no adjusting at all. Just pull the legs apart and push back together. If you want to get the camera even lower there are small clips you just push up and it allows you to get as low as 5.6cm from the ground, letting you get a low shot with a bit of protection.
Max Load
Because of its metal construction, this mini-tripod can easily support up to 20kg. Perfect if you are using a big heavy lens for wildlife photography. This maximum weight the tripods can support is the same regardless of which version you buy, the 20cm or the 13cm. I think that’s pretty impressive given the size and how quickly the camera body weight and the lenses can stack up, especially when shooting subjects from further away.
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Included accessories
I didn’t realise this when I purchased the MS05 tripod but it does come packed with a few additional accessories. Included in the box is a phone mount and a Bluetooth remote shutter. The shutter paired really quickly and easily but my camera, the Sony A6000, is too old to support a Bluetooth remote.
MS05 Tripod: Final Thoughts
As a table-top tripod, the MS05 is great, but for a a little bit more bulk and the same amount of money I think you can get something a lot more practical. They may not be metal, but you can get a tripod that extends. Which would be more suitable if you use your phone to shoot. Of course, there are compromises and trade-offs with every tripod and no “perfect” one. But for my purposes this tripod is only really useful if you are shooting close to the ground or actually using it on a table-top.
K&F Concept products are really budget-friendly though. So if you are unsure how useful a short tripod will be, or if it will get much use, they are great products to test the waters.
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