This contemporary designed tripod is made specially for point and shoot digital cameras. It has a load rating of 4 lbs so it is very sturdy and yet, at 28 oz., extremely light way to carry around.Its Quick Release is a great convenience to mount and dismount the camera from the tripod. The center brace and gear crank provide sturdy support you will find in heavier tripods. Rapid action leg locks allows adjustment with a single snap. It comes with its own carrying case.Height with extended central column: 50". Mimimum height is 17"Weighs only 28 oz.