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product_id: 51349256
title: "Velbon Videomate-638 Video Tripod Height 171 cm Black"
brand: "velbon"
price: "7401 kr"
currency: ISK
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reviews_count: 8
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# 360° smooth panoramic head Max height 171 cm Supports up to 4 kg load Velbon Videomate-638 Video Tripod Height 171 cm Black

**Brand:** velbon
**Price:** 7401 kr
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🎬 Elevate your vision with Velbon’s smooth moves and rock-solid stance!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Velbon Videomate-638 Video Tripod Height 171 cm Black by velbon
- **How much does it cost?** 7401 kr with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.is](https://www.desertcart.is/products/51349256-velbon-videomate-638-video-tripod-height-171-cm-black)

## Best For

- velbon enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted velbon brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Stable & Sturdy Base:** Robust 26mm trapezoidal legs with rubber feet ensure rock-solid stability for flawless shots.
- • **Built-in Spirit Level:** Always keep your shots perfectly horizontal with the integrated spirit level for professional framing.
- • **Quick Release Convenience:** Large QB-6RL quick release plate with non-slip cork coating for fast, secure camera mounting.
- • **Precision Panoramic Control:** Smooth 360° rotation with liquid cushioning and adjustable friction for silky video movements.
- • **Versatile Height Adjustment:** Extendable center column with secure locking and a max height of 171 cm adapts to any shooting angle.

## Overview

The Velbon Videomate-638 is a professional-grade video tripod designed for both beginners and advanced users. Featuring a maximum height of 171 cm, a robust build supporting up to 4 kg, and a smooth 360° panoramic head with liquid cushioning, it ensures stable, precise, and fluid video capture. Its quick release plate, built-in spirit level, and adjustable friction make it a versatile and reliable companion for DSLR and video cameras alike.

## Description

The Velbon Videomate 638 F is a classic video tripod with a luxurious, fixed panoramic head and a spirit level. It is intended as an affordable entry-level model for both beginners and advanced users. Thanks to the maximum working height of 171 centimetres, it is very suitable for all-round video use with both video cameras and DSLR cameras. The classic Velbon video tripod EX-638 F features a PH 368 panoramic tripod head with two modes. The long control arm of the panoramic head allows quiet and smooth successive movements while filming. The liquid cushioning prevents jerky movements. By turning the two locking knobs, the head can be tilted and rotated 360° around its axis and the degree of friction can be affected. This tripod head has the large Velbon QB-6RL quick release plate with non-slip cork coating. To secure a video camera correctly, a video pin is provided. Thanks to the horizontal and vertical scale on the tripod head, it is always possible to return exactly to the starting position. With the built-in spirit level, you can check whether the camera is horizontal. The retractable centre column is supported by three arms that ensure that horizontal movements are kept to a minimum. The column is height adjustable with a rotating handle and you secure it with the solid adjusting screw. The Videomate 638 F video tripod has robust trapezoidal legs with a diameter of 26 mm for high stability. They consist of three easily extendable sections and are equipped with rubber feet for a good and stable grip. Of course, the legs can be locked at any desired height with the sturdy plastic clip fasteners. The folded length is 67 cm. The Videomate 638 F has a weight of 1,984 grams, so you can always rely on a solid base during shooting. You can load this all-rounder up to a maximum of 4 kg, i.e. You can use virtually any video camera or dslr/lens combination. The video tripod comes with a practical storage bag.

## Features

- Box contents: tripod

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Package Dimensions L x W x H | 69.5 x 13.5 x 12.5 centimetres |
| Package Weight | 2.46 Kilograms |
| Product Dimensions L x W x H | 67 x 10 x 10 centimetres |
| Item Weight | 4.37 Pounds |
| Brand | Velbon |
| Colour | black |
| Included components | Tripod |
| Model year | 2012 |
| Part number | 4907990360243 |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Style | 638 |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Velbon
- **Colour:** black
- **Compatible devices:** Camera
- **Special feature:** Spirit Level, Scaled Head
- **Material:** Aluminium
- **Item weight:** 4.37 Pounds
- **Weight limit:** 4 Kilograms
- **Model name:** Videomate 638 F
- **Maximum height:** 171 Centimetres
- **Tripod head type:** Ball Heads

## Images

![Velbon Videomate-638 Video Tripod Height 171 cm Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51SRYekbHIL.jpg)
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## Available Options

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great bit of kit, with a very smooth action
*by P***T on 8 November 2014*

I haven't had this long at all, but have already put it to some good use. I didn't know what to expect as the price was quite low for a tripod with a fluid head. I have read many comments saying it is not a true fluid head, but for me that technical point doesn't really matter as it does give a very smooth pan and tilt action. I will still find it hard to dispense with the heavy-duty rubber band use to pull the handle, but that is more down to habit than any shortcomings with the fluid head itself.There are quite a number of plastic parts on the tripod, but that doesn't detract from the quality feel of it. The tripod certainly seems sturdy and the legs do give a good spread and hold my DSLR with telephoto very well.There are thumb screws on the head to enable it to be locked off on position which works well, although they could do with a more positive action, but this is a minor issue and maybe me not being fully used to it yet. There is also a small bubble level built into the tripod to enable it to be positioned horizontally. The adjustable height slider has a nice smooth action too, and this can also be locked off.EDIT - I have had three of these tripods now. The first one ended up with a broken leg clamp, so the leg wouldn't lock in position. Fortunately, I returned it within the one-year time frame and Amazon replaced it. The second tripod, was bought to match the first so I could mount a motorised slider on them both, and it works fine still. The replacement for the first tripod has now failed again, exactly on the plastic leg lock too. The tripods are great, but probably not up to sustain hard use. I have now replaced all my video and DSLR camera mounts etc with the Swiss/Arca system so have full compatibility with all my cameras and fluid heads. I now have twist-lock Carbon fibre tripods and the remaining Velbon is relegated to the cupboard as a spare.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brilliant tripod, a must-have
*by S***D on 2 June 2014*

Brilliant tripod, light weighted for a fluid head, amazingly fluid and solid.Really easy to use, not wobbly at all, I absolutely love it!I used to use Manfrottos and this is a great low budget alternative .

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great video tripod with fluid head Pros
*by M***H on 12 March 2017*

Great video tripod with fluid headPros:-Very smooth panning-Fairly light weight and compact-Very sturdy and stableCons:-The bag that came with the tripod is kinda cheap

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*Last updated: 2026-03-03*