Is a video tripod expensive?

The price range of video tripods is quite wide, ranging from tens of yuan to thousands of yuan, depending on the model, material, and function.  ‌
Price range
Entry level: 20-100 yuan (desktop stand or simple floor stand), suitable for lightweight needs such as mobile phone shooting and short videos.  ‌
Professional level: above 1000 yuan (such as carbon fiber material, hydraulic pan tilt, etc.), suitable for professional equipment such as DSLR and mirrorless cameras, with better load-bearing and stability.  ‌
Cost effective selection
Smog Carbon Spirit Tripod: Made of carbon fiber material, priced at approximately 689 yuan, lightweight and suitable for daily video shooting, with good load-bearing and stability performance.  ‌
Futubao MH-6S hydraulic gimbal: about 700 yuan, supports panoramic shooting and dynamic balance adjustment, suitable for professional needs.  ‌
It is recommended to prioritize material (carbon fiber is lighter) and stability design based on device weight (mobile phone/DSLR), shooting scene (indoor/outdoor), and budget.  ‌