Yes — in most cases you can use a compact camera on a video tripod with no problem. Tripods and cameras usually share the same standard mounting screw, and if a mismatch ever comes up, inexpensive adapters are commonly available.

The main difference is not compatibility, but the tripod head style:

• Video heads are designed for smooth, controlled panning and tilting.
• Photo tripods often use ball heads, which are quicker for pointing the camera in any direction.

A video head can still work fine for still photos, especially if you want smooth horizontal movement for panoramas. It may just feel slower or less convenient than a ball head for general photography.

So you probably do not need to return it unless you find the head awkward for the kind of still photography you want to do.