Needing to take pictures of plants that I am selling, I bought this 63" tripod after reviewing quite a few Walmart sells. This was the highest-rated one, and I think it is a very well-made tripod! After checking it all out, I easily attached my digital camera with the screw on top (the plastic cap must be taken off the screw... don't lose it!) screwing it in tightly. It worked perfectly in many positions. Make sure you tighten the knobs for each adjustment. I am not sure I would use it where the ground is uneven because the lower part of the legs are a bit thin. But for what I needed it for, it was great! It would be just as easy to attach a phone (with its own clamp attachment included) to record videos and take selfies, either stationery or as a phonr selfie stick. I haven't tried this yet, but I will. I give it two thumbs up! Oh, and the carry case is a nice extra!