The Sunpak Compact Monopod folds down to a mere 16.5" (42cm) and reaches a maximum height of 60.6" (154cm) for eye-level shooting. It can support equipment weighing up to 3 lb (1.4 kg). The Compact Monopod comes with a removable locking ballhead for fast adjustments and a non-slip rubberized leg tip. It also comes with a neck strap and a convenient belt/waist clip so it can be also used as a chest pod for steady equipment positioning in tight places. It is constructed of 3 metal alloy leg sections with twist locks and a neoprene grip so it can be easily handled in any climate. This compact and lightweight support weighs only 14.4 oz (408.2 g) and is easily transported...it will fit into most back packs or camera bags. It is perfect for digital cameras, camcorders, binoculars and spotting scopes and comes with a limited lifetime warranty.