The velbon ex 530 is an aluminium tripod for beginners and advanced amateurs complete with phd 56q 3 way pan and tilt head the camera platform rotates up to 90degrees to the right to allow shooting in portrait mode and a qb 46 quick release plate is included fully extended using the geared centre column it can reach a maximum working height of 156cm once folded down it measures 57cm in length radial leg braces give the tripod maximum rigidity and stability when it is extended and rubber