Bullet point: This tripod has an aluminum build as well as some metal and plastic parts. Measures 20 inches (collapsed); extends up to 55 inches, weighs just 2.6 pounds. Easy to Store: PT55 compact tripod fits perfectly into the provided carrying case for safe storage. 3-way Pan Head: An updated three-way photo head which is ideal for precise framing. Full panoramic becomes more easier with its 360-degree swivel function. Changing the orientation of the camera from portrait to landscape will never be an issue again. Quick-Release Plate: Attach and detach your camera in seconds. It makes fast transitions between shots and quickly moving from spot to spot possible. 4-Section, Lever-Lock Legs: With the four-section lever-lock legs, can effortlessly accommodates custom set-ups in uneven terrain when you needed to frame the shot just so. The Center is gear driven to extend, and rubber feet help ensure stability on different surfaces.