SIRUI SQ75 and SQ100 Tripods – Performance Meets Affordability

by Alexandra ThompsonSeptember 26^th, 2024

At IBC 2024, Nino sat down with Sonny Liu of SIRUI to look at their two fully-featured tripods, the SQ75 with a VHS10 head and the prototype for their new 100mm version, the SQ100. Both tripods feature one-step height adjustment, a side-loading plate, and a quick-release system—all at a great price. Let’s have a look!

We first wrote about the SIRUI SQ75 and the VHS10 here, and last month, my colleague Graham conducted a field video review of the SIRUI SQ75 tripod with the VHS10 head and went into even more detail. Of note is the VHS10 tripod head’s handle, a big, side-loading plate, a single knob and handle for adjusting the tripod’s height, and its 7-step counterbalance system. And let’s not forget about that price point!

SIRUI SQ75 and SQ100 – One-step height adjustment

The SIRUI SQ75 tripod features carbon-fiber twin leg tubes, which provide both stability and a lightweight design (the tripod’s weight with the head and ground spreader is 5kg/11 lbs). Each leg includes a side flip-lock mechanism for quick one-step height adjustments, and in addition, the tripod has a pull handle that allows the legs to extend or retract simultaneously for fast setup or breakdown. Sonny said that the maximum height for the SQ75 with the head is 1.8m/5.9 ft, and the expected height for the SQ100 will be approximately 2m/6.56 ft. The minimum height for the smaller tripod is 0.7m/2.3 ft.

SIRUI SQ75 – side-loading plate

Nino commented that he prefers a tripod with a big, side-loading plate like the SQ75 instead of the traditional insert method, as it works very well with larger cameras. Sonny pointed out that it has a 30mm back-and-forth range for adjustment, which is convenient when using a telephoto lens.

Seven-step counterbalance and no minimum payload

Nino said he found the surprisingly long extendable handle on the fluid head very convenient and asked Sonny about the minimum payload. Sonny explained that the VHS10 head has seven steps of counterbalance and 3+0 damping adjustment, allowing for precise camera positioning. The tripod can support a load ranging from 0 to 10 kg – there is no minimum payload. So, you can even mount your smartphone on the tripod if you’d like!

Quick-release handle for the VHS10 fluid head

The VHS10 features a quick-release handle that allows users to detach the head with just two rotations, pressing the knob and pulling out the handle.

Price and availability

This SIRUI SQ75 is quite affordable when compared to other tripods with these kinds of features. It’s available as a kit that includes the tripod, the VHS10 fluid head, a ground spreader, a quick-release handle, a strap, and a carrying bag and is priced at $399. You can purchase the mid-level spreader and horseshoe feet for $51 (15% off the regular price) – the earliest shipping for this item is October 7th for the US/EU and October 15th everywhere else. Please note that the price may vary depending on your location.

The SQ100 is not yet available, but Sonny assures us that it will also be released at a very affordable price. Please visit the SIRUI website for more information!

What do you think about the features this tripod offers at this price? Let us know in the comments below!