That was a great review. You should do more. It was clear, concise, and hit all the points that worked for me, so much so that I purchased the “light stand” for my trip to Alaska. Thanks for the review.
I have this too and like it. It should be mentioned that it’s only suitable for relatively light weight gear. Heavier stuff will collapse the telescoping sections. Thanks.
Before I even start watching the video - I have to share that I travelled across Japan for almost 3 weeks with only Ulanzi MT-79 and it was absolutely AMAZING. I used it as a tripod, selfie stick, extended it to record video from height in crowds... served me so great! I've used it for iPhone 14 pro in Smallrig cage, which was always easy to attach and remove. Would definitely recommend this product to everyone who is looking for something light to travel with!
DUDE! I've been looking for a tripod like that for years! Long time Digital Nomad here... Been living the DN lifestyle since 2018 so congrats on being a new Nomad! I've been traveling the world with a huge Manfrotto tripod but 99% of the time, the product you just reviewed would have met my needs and I'm sure it's easier to pack and lighter! (2 big pluses for digital nomads!) Thanks for making this video... I'm glad TH-cam recommended it to me. I too have the DJI Pocket 3 and am planning on using it with the tripod as well.
I have a shorter version. I also bought this and pulled it apart shortly. I had to return it. I don't have the problem with the shorter one. Also, it is easier to carry around collapsed. For using as a tripod, watch out it will tip over.
I picked one up a few months ago and I have to say, for so many needs this is a great option. I have it in my backpack for use whenever I need, with my DJI Pocket Osmo 3 or Theta Z1 for VR work... you can't beat the price and use cases, at least quick down and dirty shoots.
I use the ULANZI MT-34 which is 1/4 the price and even more compact & lightweight, albeit at a lesser max height. I only use my iPhone to take trave photos these days, though, no professional jobs. Since this is plastic, I'm allowed to carry it on board as part of my one-bagging kit.
I currently have the peak design with the kit that shortens the legs. I keep it in my car and use it for night photography . I have flown with it and several times I have almost had it taken from me by security agents. Thank you for bringing the MT-79 to my attention. I'm going to buy two of them.
just got one, pretty impressed with it! - I wouldn't trust it outside, but in controlled environments its such a compact option. Love having this in my kit. Thanks for recomending!
I use mine for the Osmo pocket 3 during sporting events, does extremely well! Just watch out for high winds if you have it up high, not the most stable for that 🤷♂️
Excellent find! I've ordered one now too! I've been using an Amazon Basics tripod for the last year but it takes up a lot of space when i'm recording and it makes positioning camera to record my handheld gaming footage a real chore. I'll be able to use this not only for my mobile phone recording but also my new Insta 360 X4 recording and its a really long selfie stick too.
I have the ULANZI MT-44, very similar to what you are demonstrating here, except it has a ball-head too, which is very practical for reasons such as you explained. I needed something lightweight because I travel around with my gear by bike. I have more than six months of practical experience with it and in general I'm happy with the product. However there is one con that should be explained. The point of stabilization is at the base of the mast compared to most traditional tripods where it's at the base of the head. As a result a camera mounted to it, in my case the DJI Action 4, sways in the wind when using it outdoors, my main need. To compensate I often do not extend the last section near the top end, or sometimes last two sections if it's quite windy. If one needs full height then that becomes a factor in potentially having blurring media as it sways. I used it as a selfie stick for the first time about a week ago and it was great, easy to hold, and the light weight of it didn't cause my arm to get tired during a 5 minute video walk-and-talk recording. I suspect the sway effect would be even greater with a heavier device mounted to the head, something heavier than my DJI Action 4.
I was about to say the same. The biggest issue on uneven ground is that this could fall over if extended more than a foot or so. Definitely only useful indoors or in level paved areas.
Yep the MT-44 is great but it is too short in my opinion - only 109cm means it can never be at eye level if I'm standing up. If Ulanzi made a longer version it would be perfect. Good point regarding wind - I just got mine so haven't tested this. I did notice a difference in stability depending on which sections you extend, as you mentioned. I always try to use the thicker bottom sections and leave the thin top ones for last. That's the great thing about the MT-79 - I'm almost never using the full length so I can leave the thin sections closed and it's more solid. Thanks for your comment!
Great informative review - I wouldn't have guessed it was your first if you hadn't mentioned it. I just ordered two of these to use as portable stands for small LED lights. Thank you!
You can add the ulanzi U-70 ballhead which is designed for vlogging and has a side attachment for microphones. It is a very convenient little ballhead and ideal for something like this.
Loved this video! I have a similar one but it was way cheaper. The material is not great but it does its purpose and it's lightweight. It is my travel go-to "tripod" and I highly recommend it. Never had any trouble getting it through museum's security. As long as it's inside the bag they don't care. Great video!
That does look like a great travel solution. Not a substitute for a full-blown tripod for, say, landscape photography, but for travel / vlogging I think it looks great. Handy for occasional urban long exposures, such as light-trails, and time-lapses. 600g, which is a lot lighter than my Slik travel tripod and I love the compactness. Spec on the website says it has a load capacity of 1 kg. Really good point as well about the small footprint when used in the home studio.
I usually carry an umbrella for your "alternative" use of this "stick" here in the Philippines but have never had to use it as most Filipinos are friendly and helpful. You might consider this in your travels to SE Asia.
Thank you! I'll definitely be posting them here. First stop Australia (home), and then I'm mainly interested in Taiwan & Japan. Are/were you a digital nomad? Any suggestions?
Hello! Just a random dude…. I came across this video, and it’s a shame you’re not sponsored by Ulanzi…. because I bought one after watching it, and it’s surprisingly very handy! It’s virtually what I’ve been after for my phone and DJI Pocket Osmo! So thank you
I have both the mt-79 is nice for something like a action cam and if you put a bag on the bottom stable to maybe 1.5meters of the 2meters but with a base of 30cm vs 100cm of the peakdesign it should not even be compared how stable things are. A nice $29 product but anyone who would use it as a replacement tripod for a real cameras is asking for trouble. Now its a nice solution for some edge cases, table top, small actioncams on max 1.5meter height. small lights and indeed kind of a monopod/selfie stick it can find its place next to your real travel tripod.
I have a walking stick that turns into a tripod. The legs flair out of the bottom similar to this things. It works fine for 90 of the stuff I might need a tripod for. Plus, it's a walking stick!
Very good review thanks. I think it would make more sense to have the adjustable ball mount at the base of the pole above the 3 legs so it could be set in a vertical axis on uneven ground 🤔.
I've used this tripod / stand for a few months, and the only con I found is you can't put too much weight on it or it starts to collapse on it's own. Besides that, it's been great as a travel, light weight stand for my 60w cob light with umbrella.
That was a good video, informative, and a product that I might be interested in trying. You asked for feedback, so here goes… I’ve been a so-called ‘digital nomad’ for over 7 years now. When I see a review of an interesting product like this I want to know if it’s going to fit into my essentialist ‘carry-on only’ mode of transport - especially what length it folds down to (36.5cm) and how much it weighs (550g). I also want to know how much weight it can bear (1kg recommended) so I can determine if it can hold my camera. And finally, something about the stability when at full length with a camera mounted on top. I understand that it’s a lighting stand, which means stability is less important, but if we’re going to re-purpose it as a camera stand it would be good to know how it deals with a bit of wind when a camera is mounted on top, and whether I should even contemplate using it outdoors. Mounting it between the desk and the wall was a convincing solution to a common problem; in that application I’d like to know how long it would take for the wobble to settle after pressing a button on my camera, or whether I should be controlling the camera remotely. And finally, always talk to the lens not the display! Good luck with your digital nomad ventures. Aim for carry-on travel, you’ll never go back after that…
Yeah I bought it for the DJI pocket III however I definitely would not recommend putting a full size full frame camera on there any height over like 3 ft it definitely gets wobbly probably won't fall but it definitely gets wobbly
so i was at a camera shop and looking at stuff like this for my spotting scope but i was only looking at stuff with an ARCA rail. but i just got the DGI pocket 3 and its really good for traveling but its requirements wifi, blue tooth and location to pair the pocket 3 to your phone is a little annoying but for people who mostly to vlogs or close up photography i think you will be quite happy with the pocket 3.
if you had a traditional 3 legged tripod, you could extend two of the legs down to the ground between the window & the table, & then have their third leg with a short extension onto the table. It would take up even less space on your table than your small red tripod, with your setup I think.
Great review - almost a hack video of using something not exactly designed for something else...do you think it will stay stable even in windy situations or will it tip over without weights?
On Ulanzis site it says the capacity is 1kg (2.2lbs), which isn't much compared to more serious tripods. It handles my Sony ZV-e10 easily and I still have to push down with some force to shorten it. So it's ok for most DSLRs and mirrorless cameras. Of course, if you want to use those huge telescopic lenses for nature photography and various add-ons you will need a more serious tripod like the peak design or Ulanzi F38 which handles up to 18kg! www.ulanzi.com/collections/travel-tripods/products/ulanzi-f38-quick-release-travel-tripod-3131?aff=1553
@@eduardfastovski appreciate the huge reply ... I ask as I got a few of these from Ulanzi but a different model to hold Smallrig P200 lights ... and they started to slide down! EEek
it's good, I have two of them - but it is only for small action cams or lights, I have tried it yesterday with my Canon R and the 24 - 70 mm heavy Objektive, that was too much, it was slowly going down... but for not so heavy cameras it's working good... 😉
I reckon half a meter long selfie stick is better because it more stable when your arm is fully extended. Besides cp and action cam have wide field of view.
Have you tried using it with the Dji-Gimbal in the meantime? I just bought the insta 360 flow and am looking for something like that to film myself when I busk on the street. I am a bit worried it cannot carry the weight because it's just 30 dollars. What do you think? Thank for your review!
Excellent! you're a natural! Can't believe this is your first review! Killin it!😊
Thank you!
That was a great review. You should do more. It was clear, concise, and hit all the points that worked for me, so much so that I purchased the “light stand” for my trip to Alaska. Thanks for the review.
I have this too and like it. It should be mentioned that it’s only suitable for relatively light weight gear. Heavier stuff will collapse the telescoping sections. Thanks.
Like how much weight are we talking about?
I tried my iPhone 15 ProMax in a cage with a small microphone attached and it could not support the weight.
@@flipout50 😧
Really? How heavy is the cage? It handles my Sony ZV-e10 all day no problem.
hmmm I have the slightly smaller one for phones and I once put my crane 3 on it and it didn't collapse
Before I even start watching the video - I have to share that I travelled across Japan for almost 3 weeks with only Ulanzi MT-79 and it was absolutely AMAZING. I used it as a tripod, selfie stick, extended it to record video from height in crowds... served me so great! I've used it for iPhone 14 pro in Smallrig cage, which was always easy to attach and remove.
Would definitely recommend this product to everyone who is looking for something light to travel with!
DUDE! I've been looking for a tripod like that for years! Long time Digital Nomad here... Been living the DN lifestyle since 2018 so congrats on being a new Nomad!
I've been traveling the world with a huge Manfrotto tripod but 99% of the time, the product you just reviewed would have met my needs and I'm sure it's easier to pack and lighter! (2 big pluses for digital nomads!)
Thanks for making this video... I'm glad TH-cam recommended it to me. I too have the DJI Pocket 3 and am planning on using it with the tripod as well.
Same company makes a tripod version just like that, little shorter with ballhead and phone holder plus 5 bucks cheaper….. Amazon.
I was about to purchase an Ulanzi MT-73 to use with my Sony ZV E10, but I think this one is way better. Thank you so much.
I picked up this tripod after seeing your video. I believe your recommendation is spot on...honestly, the tripod is awesome and so is your review.😎
Great review. I love that you mentioned the bull head. A lot of people will leave out that detail. The details matter so thankyou
You have a hidden talent for product reviews. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
I have a shorter version. I also bought this and pulled it apart shortly. I had to return it. I don't have the problem with the shorter one. Also, it is easier to carry around collapsed. For using as a tripod, watch out it will tip over.
Very well-done review! Good outline - covered all relevant features and even a "bonus use". Great use of real-world examples and adding context.
I picked one up a few months ago and I have to say, for so many needs this is a great option. I have it in my backpack for use whenever I need, with my DJI Pocket Osmo 3 or Theta Z1 for VR work... you can't beat the price and use cases, at least quick down and dirty shoots.
Excellent product review of this Ulanzi tripod. Thanks.
Thank you Ed.
Looks like a great product 👍😊...maybe that's what I was looking for. 🤓😉
I use the ULANZI MT-34 which is 1/4 the price and even more compact & lightweight, albeit at a lesser max height.
I only use my iPhone to take trave photos these days, though, no professional jobs. Since this is plastic, I'm allowed to carry it on board as part of my one-bagging kit.
I currently have the peak design with the kit that shortens the legs. I keep it in my car and use it for night photography . I have flown with it and several times I have almost had it taken from me by security agents. Thank you for bringing the MT-79 to my attention. I'm going to buy two of them.
just got one, pretty impressed with it! - I wouldn't trust it outside, but in controlled environments its such a compact option. Love having this in my kit. Thanks for recomending!
Bro shifted from Tripod Review to Weapon Review too quickly - Never expected that a tripod could be used as a baton!
Good review thx.
I have the MT-16, the smaller version, but with a built in ball head. Well made and very handy.
I use mine for the Osmo pocket 3 during sporting events, does extremely well! Just watch out for high winds if you have it up high, not the most stable for that 🤷♂️
Excellent find! I've ordered one now too! I've been using an Amazon Basics tripod for the last year but it takes up a lot of space when i'm recording and it makes positioning camera to record my handheld gaming footage a real chore. I'll be able to use this not only for my mobile phone recording but also my new Insta 360 X4 recording and its a really long selfie stick too.
I have the ULANZI MT-44, very similar to what you are demonstrating here, except it has a ball-head too, which is very practical for reasons such as you explained. I needed something lightweight because I travel around with my gear by bike. I have more than six months of practical experience with it and in general I'm happy with the product. However there is one con that should be explained.
The point of stabilization is at the base of the mast compared to most traditional tripods where it's at the base of the head. As a result a camera mounted to it, in my case the DJI Action 4, sways in the wind when using it outdoors, my main need. To compensate I often do not extend the last section near the top end, or sometimes last two sections if it's quite windy. If one needs full height then that becomes a factor in potentially having blurring media as it sways.
I used it as a selfie stick for the first time about a week ago and it was great, easy to hold, and the light weight of it didn't cause my arm to get tired during a 5 minute video walk-and-talk recording.
I suspect the sway effect would be even greater with a heavier device mounted to the head, something heavier than my DJI Action 4.
I was about to say the same. The biggest issue on uneven ground is that this could fall over if extended more than a foot or so. Definitely only useful indoors or in level paved areas.
Yep the MT-44 is great but it is too short in my opinion - only 109cm means it can never be at eye level if I'm standing up. If Ulanzi made a longer version it would be perfect.
Good point regarding wind - I just got mine so haven't tested this. I did notice a difference in stability depending on which sections you extend, as you mentioned. I always try to use the thicker bottom sections and leave the thin top ones for last. That's the great thing about the MT-79 - I'm almost never using the full length so I can leave the thin sections closed and it's more solid. Thanks for your comment!
The MT-44 is now available in a longer version - 146.5 cm.
Such a wonderful review thanks ! Keep it up good work
I bought this exact model, the Ulanzi MT-79, for my DJO Osmo Pocket 3. Also for travel and nomad purposes :)
I also have this exact same Ulanzi MT-79 and I have ordered a DJI Osmo Pocket 3. Do they work well together?
Nice gear🎉 thanks for review
Great informative review - I wouldn't have guessed it was your first if you hadn't mentioned it. I just ordered two of these to use as portable stands for small LED lights. Thank you!
Great review and very natural in presenting. Excellent. I went ahead and bought one! Thanks
You can add the ulanzi U-70 ballhead which is designed for vlogging and has a side attachment for microphones. It is a very convenient little ballhead and ideal for something like this.
Loved this video! I have a similar one but it was way cheaper. The material is not great but it does its purpose and it's lightweight. It is my travel go-to "tripod" and I highly recommend it. Never had any trouble getting it through museum's security. As long as it's inside the bag they don't care. Great video!
That does look like a great travel solution. Not a substitute for a full-blown tripod for, say, landscape photography, but for travel / vlogging I think it looks great. Handy for occasional urban long exposures, such as light-trails, and time-lapses. 600g, which is a lot lighter than my Slik travel tripod and I love the compactness. Spec on the website says it has a load capacity of 1 kg. Really good point as well about the small footprint when used in the home studio.
😊👍 Good Stuff Bro. You just earned a subscriber. Aloha from NYC.
Awesome review! Convinced me to purchase!
Really cool, authentic review. Thanks man. Love it.
Yay! I was going to suggest the Pocket 3. I use it with thing just like the Ulanzi.
Thanks for the useful video!!
😂 the self defence part made me crack up. Good review, thanks for your efforts!
Excellent product review. Please continue to do these.
Great video mate well done
Very nice. This will work perfectly for my need. 👍
I usually carry an umbrella for your "alternative" use of this "stick" here in the Philippines but have never had to use it as most Filipinos are friendly and helpful. You might consider this in your travels to SE Asia.
Great review
I'd love to follow your adventures!
Excited to hear you're planning to be a digital nomad
Where are you planning to visit?
Thank you! I'll definitely be posting them here.
First stop Australia (home), and then I'm mainly interested in Taiwan & Japan.
Are/were you a digital nomad? Any suggestions?
Hello! Just a random dude….
I came across this video, and it’s a shame you’re not sponsored by Ulanzi…. because I bought one after watching it, and it’s surprisingly very handy! It’s virtually what I’ve been after for my phone and DJI Pocket Osmo!
So thank you
I have both the mt-79 is nice for something like a action cam and if you put a bag on the bottom stable to maybe 1.5meters of the 2meters but with a base of 30cm vs 100cm of the peakdesign it should not even be compared how stable things are. A nice $29 product but anyone who would use it as a replacement tripod for a real cameras is asking for trouble. Now its a nice solution for some edge cases, table top, small actioncams on max 1.5meter height. small lights and indeed kind of a monopod/selfie stick it can find its place next to your real travel tripod.
Very nice ! You were so fluent !
I have a walking stick that turns into a tripod. The legs flair out of the bottom similar to this things. It works fine for 90 of the stuff I might need a tripod for. Plus, it's a walking stick!
Walking stick tripod actually sounds great. Is it a hiking pole design?
More info please! What kind is it?
@@MiaHessMusic It's called a TrekPod ll. But I don't think they make it anymore.
@@GrantSR thank you!
Very good review thanks.
I think it would make more sense to have the adjustable ball mount at the base of the pole above the 3 legs so it could be set in a vertical axis on uneven ground 🤔.
I've used this tripod / stand for a few months, and the only con I found is you can't put too much weight on it or it starts to collapse on it's own. Besides that, it's been great as a travel, light weight stand for my 60w cob light with umbrella.
Oh Cool! That's perfect! Thanks for that recomendation!
well done mate. I enjoyed it.
Very nice review and well explaination. Great shared. Thanks!!! Big LIKE from Singapore.
Thank you for the review, very informative!
Great video, brother. Keep it up!
This is a very useful review, thank you !
Thank you! This is actually exactly what I am looking for :)
That was a good video, informative, and a product that I might be interested in trying.
You asked for feedback, so here goes…
I’ve been a so-called ‘digital nomad’ for over 7 years now. When I see a review of an interesting product like this I want to know if it’s going to fit into my essentialist ‘carry-on only’ mode of transport - especially what length it folds down to (36.5cm) and how much it weighs (550g). I also want to know how much weight it can bear (1kg recommended) so I can determine if it can hold my camera. And finally, something about the stability when at full length with a camera mounted on top. I understand that it’s a lighting stand, which means stability is less important, but if we’re going to re-purpose it as a camera stand it would be good to know how it deals with a bit of wind when a camera is mounted on top, and whether I should even contemplate using it outdoors. Mounting it between the desk and the wall was a convincing solution to a common problem; in that application I’d like to know how long it would take for the wobble to settle after pressing a button on my camera, or whether I should be controlling the camera remotely. And finally, always talk to the lens not the display!
Good luck with your digital nomad ventures. Aim for carry-on travel, you’ll never go back after that…
That's really great feedback. Thank you!
Yes! I have it and it is really good!❤
Yeah I bought it for the DJI pocket III however I definitely would not recommend putting a full size full frame camera on there any height over like 3 ft it definitely gets wobbly probably won't fall but it definitely gets wobbly
wow! what a great recommendation!! Order & receieved, overnight! I had an ealier neewer but the tripod base was fixed AND only 9” base :(
I got one recently and so far I love it.
awesome review! thanks for the recommendation!
Thank you for the video. Great reviews
This is awesome!!
so i was at a camera shop and looking at stuff like this for my spotting scope but i was only looking at stuff with an ARCA rail. but i just got the DGI pocket 3 and its really good for traveling but its requirements wifi, blue tooth and location to pair the pocket 3 to your phone is a little annoying but for people who mostly to vlogs or close up photography i think you will be quite happy with the pocket 3.
Great review. You have a sub. Look forward to more gear reviews.
Thank you!
Thank you so much for the video
I also want to become a digital nomad, so I'm looking for a monopod that can also hold an iPad.
Good video have just purchased the two items reviewed so 🙏
That was a cool review, now I want one just to keep it as baton in my camera bag 😅
great review, thank you so much
It's great except for the name. It's not a >TRI
Very nice and informative
Thank you… i will try one…🤘🇬🇹
You did a great job.
GOOD Review
Very helpful, thanks and safe travels!!
if you had a traditional 3 legged tripod, you could extend two of the legs down to the ground between the window & the table, & then have their third leg with a short extension onto the table. It would take up even less space on your table than your small red tripod, with your setup I think.
You had me at Katana 😆😆😆
Haha, awesome channel dude! Just don't use it that way :)
@@eduardfastovski unless I have to 🤭
Cool video bro, very informative & I'll definitely go look for it, thank you very much.
Love the chicken gimbal 😊
I just bought similar but cheaper it’s sold as a selfie stick by Ulanzi. Useful for Pocket 3 also for crane shots.
Excellent review. Thank you!
Very informative. Dziękuję bardzo
Thank you gor the content, is this not sliding down if you put on a apsc or full frame camera?
That looks pretty good😊
Great review - almost a hack video of using something not exactly designed for something else...do you think it will stay stable even in windy situations or will it tip over without weights?
I'll see if I can test in wind one of these days. But I think small cameras will be totally fine. Softbox lights? Most definitely not.
@@eduardfastovski I personally wouldn't mount anything smaller than something like a Sony ZV-1 - the DJI Pocket 3 may even be too light?
How much weight does it take before it starts to slide down on itself? How heavy a camera and lens combo for instance
On Ulanzis site it says the capacity is 1kg (2.2lbs), which isn't much compared to more serious tripods. It handles my Sony ZV-e10 easily and I still have to push down with some force to shorten it. So it's ok for most DSLRs and mirrorless cameras. Of course, if you want to use those huge telescopic lenses for nature photography and various add-ons you will need a more serious tripod like the peak design or Ulanzi F38 which handles up to 18kg! www.ulanzi.com/collections/travel-tripods/products/ulanzi-f38-quick-release-travel-tripod-3131?aff=1553
@@eduardfastovski appreciate the huge reply ... I ask as I got a few of these from Ulanzi but a different model to hold Smallrig P200 lights ... and they started to slide down! EEek
it's good, I have two of them - but it is only for small action cams or lights, I have tried it yesterday with my Canon R and the 24 - 70 mm heavy Objektive, that was too much, it was slowly going down... but for not so heavy cameras it's working good... 😉
It’s quite flimsy. I had high hopes but as the rule goes, buy nice or buy twice.
Insta360 have similar 3in1 stick.. smaller and ligher as well, but only about 1m long.. tripod/selfie/handle using it all the time
I would use it for a Sony A7c2, but they make very similar mono/tripods for a smaller action cams. Look dor insta360 accessories.
I reckon half a meter long selfie stick is better because it more stable when your arm is fully extended. Besides cp and action cam have wide field of view.
I should have grabbed this for 10 bucks when I had a chance
That's amazing. I wonder if it is allowed to be carried in hand-carry bags on the plane.
Dude this looks awesome tho!
Damn the pod look good on my x4
I'm convinced.
The bonus 😋😋😋
Excellent. When you extend it, can you lock the length you want and it will keep. I'm getting a Pocket 3 too. Thank you.
I've been looking for one just like this, but with a cold shoe mount, still haven't found one 🙁
I use it with dji porket 3，prefect match
try Ulanzi VIJIM LS01 please
Have you tried using it with the Dji-Gimbal in the meantime? I just bought the insta 360 flow and am looking for something like that to film myself when I busk on the street. I am a bit worried it cannot carry the weight because it's just 30 dollars. What do you think? Thank for your review!
I got the MT-44 because of the integral mobile holder.