With an aluminum alloy build and corrosion resistant satin anodized surface, the T1A10 Mini Aluminum Table Tripod from Sunwayfoto is a versatile table-top tripod equally at home supporting compact and mirrorless cameras as smartphones and even GoPro cameras. It collapses simply with a folded height of 5.5" and its maximum working height is 5.3". For low-angle work its minimum working height is just 2.0" and it weighs only 6 ounces, so it's easy to carry in your bag or pocket and can even be used as a stabilizing hand grip when shooting video. It supports a 1/4"-20 mounting thread, comes supplied with 3/8" bushing and is compatible with the optional FB-28 ball head.
The T1A10 is a perfect solution for my intended purpose. There is no wobble, twist, or looseness of any kind. Paired with a Manfrotto MH494, it easily supports 8kg. The legs, although stiff, lock only at maximum splay. But at that position an L-bracket provides two camera height options, with both providing a very stable platform for closeup and macro photos. The only shortcoming may be the hard plastic feet which do not provide good grip on slick or hard surfaces. The same material typically found on most tripod/monopod feet would have been a better choice. Overall, I’m quite satisfied with this mini tripod.
