SmallRig 4630 Metal Tabletop Tripod w/ ArcaSwiss Quick Release Plate + Ball Head

SmallRig 4630 Metal Tabletop Tripod w/ ArcaSwiss Quick Release Plate + Ball Head: Stable support for low-angle shooting

Finding a steady position for a long exposure is awkward when a full-size tripod is too bulky for the spot. The SmallRig 4630 Metal Tabletop Tripod stands 113 mm high and gives compact camera setups a firm, low support point. Its panoramic ball head turns through 360°, so it works for deliberate landscape framing and panoramas, while the side-tilt range supports both horizontal and vertical compositions. The Arca-Swiss quick-release plate is useful when you move between tripod and handheld shooting: attach the camera, then release it without undoing a screw each time. This metal support is aimed at photographers and video makers working close to a surface, from macro subjects to livestreams in a small room. Use it for a long exposure on a flat ledge, for night or astro photography where a steady frame matters, or to keep a compact camera still during a video shot. It also accommodates smartphones and action cameras alongside small DSLR and mirrorless cameras. The low profile is the point: it settles into tight spaces rather than trying to replace a tall tripod. Silicone pads under the feet add grip on smooth surfaces, a welcome detail on a polished desk or counter.

Height, load and handling

• Arca-Swiss quick-release plate: Mount and remove compatible equipment quickly. It’s handy when you switch between tripod-supported frames and handheld shooting.
• 360° panoramic rotation: The head’s alignment markings help you keep each turn deliberate as you frame a panorama.
• Side tilt from -50° to +50°: Adjust the camera angle for off-centre subjects or change between landscape and portrait orientation.
• Ball head supports up to 5 kg: This rating covers the head’s load, so match your camera setup to that limit.
• Silicone foot pads: The grippy pads increase contact on smooth surfaces and help resist slipping while you compose.
• Single-section legs: The one-section construction keeps the setup straightforward, without multiple leg sections to extend.

Height and load

At 113 mm, this is a low tabletop support, not a stand for eye-level framing. The legs are rated for up to 20 kg, while the complete tripod weighs 410 g. Its 230 × 80 × 60 mm dimensions give you a clear sense of its footprint. That compact format is useful when working in a tight spot, but you’ll still need a flat surface at a suitable height.

What's Included

• Metal tabletop tripod with panoramic ball head
• User manual

Technical Specifications

• Brand: SmallRig
• Model: 4630
• Type: Metal tabletop tripod with ball head
• Working height: 113 mm
• Leg sections: 1
• Head tilt: -50° to +50°
• Pan: 360°
• Ball head load capacity: 5 kg
• Tripod leg load capacity: 20 kg
• Dimensions: 230 × 80 × 60 mm
• Weight: 410 g
• Quick-release plate: Arca-Swiss