To meet changing needs, we have developed the IY series, an instant success, as both professional and amateur photographers love it! It has unique styling, functions, and strong aluminum alloy legs. To enhance the attractive aluminum finish, it's surface is polished twice prior to anodizing. It features a multi-joint extension handle, that can be set to face foward or backwards; quick release platform that flips up automatically when the quick lever lock is pushed for secure locking and easy on/off operation; 3 way pan head is self adjusting with the camera platform, adjustable to any angle up to 90 degrees; gear center column with tension control and easy-to-tighten, disc-style locking device; air cushioned center column, with twist adjustable tension control and locking center brace, with the brace lock, the angle of the legs is also adjustable.