Ulanzi MT-16
Score: 68/100
Neewer Basics 66.5-inch Tripod
Score: 73/100Rankings
The Neewer Basics TP12 is a compact, lightweight travel tripod with a 169 cm maximum height, 5 kg load capacity, and an Arca-type ball head plus phone holder, offering strong value for budget-conscious creators. Its reliance on plastic parts and occasional leg-lock looseness limit long-term ruggedness. Ideal for travelers, vloggers, and photographers needing portability without sacrificing load capacity.
The ULANZI MT-16 is an ultra-light, pocket-sized 2-in-1 tripod and selfie stick featuring a 360° metal ball head and cold shoe, making it ideal for lightweight cameras up to 1.5 kg. Its short 44 cm maximum height and limited stability on uneven surfaces restrict its use for taller subjects or demanding outdoor shoots. Best suited for beginner vloggers and travel creators needing extreme portability.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
| ↓ lower better | 0.17 kgbest | 1.33 kg |
1.5 kg | 5 kgbest | |
44 cm | 169 cmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 22 cmbest | 51 cm |
| ↓ lower better | 22 cmbest | 51 cm |
4best | — | |
— | 1 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(3) | ||
Maximum Height (cm) | 44 cm | 169 cm |
Minimum Height (cm) | 22 cm | 51 cm |
Load Capacity (kg) | 1.5 kg | 5 kg |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.17 kg | 1.33 kg |
Folded Length (cm) | 22 cm | 51 cm |
Material | ABS plastic and aluminum | Aluminum Alloy, Plastic |
Features(2) | ||
Head Type | ball | Ball head |
Leg Lock Type | twist-lock | Fast leg locks |
General Specs(1) | ||
Compatibility | Action cameras, Sony a6000, Canon G7X, DJI Osmo Pocket 3, GoPro Hero, Insta360 | DSLR, Smartphone |
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Professional reviewers consider the MT-16 a budget-friendly, ultra-compact option that excels in portability and quick setup. They commend its lightweight build, intuitive twist-lock extension, and versatile mounting options, but caution that its short 44 cm reach, limited base stability, and ball-head wobble under near-max loads make it less suitable for heavier gear or demanding outdoor scenarios.
Everyday users love the MT-16 for its pocket-size convenience, easy 360° adjustments, and the ability to add lights or microphones via the cold shoe. Common complaints focus on stability issues on uneven surfaces, the ball head loosening with heavier cameras, and a perception of cheap plastic components, especially given the limited height for eye-level shooting.
“Users appreciate the phone holder for quick landscape-to-portrait switches and fast leg locks for vlogging.”
“One notes it's rigid enough to hold inverted setups and lacks only minor extras like a handle, which is acceptable for the price.”
Professional reviewers consider the TP12 one of the best budget travel tripods, praising its lightweight yet sturdy construction, high 11 lb load capacity, smooth 40 mm panoramic head, and versatile invertible column. Minor criticisms focus on the missing built-in handle and occasional perceived heaviness, but overall the tripod is seen as offering superior stability and feature set for its price.
Everyday users consistently commend the TP12 for its light weight, compact size, solid stability, and the handy phone holder, noting it delivers great value. Recurring complaints revolve around material quality concerns, occasional leg-lock looseness, and the lack of a dedicated carrying handle or robust case.
