This Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod with Ball Head from National Geographic is a lightweight and compact, yet versatile travel tripod. It has a load capacity of 17.6 lbs and a maximum height of 62.2", making it well suited to mirrorless cameras, compact DSLRs, action cameras, and more. It reverse-folds to a compact 14.6" and weighs only 3.28 lb, making it easy to carry along wherever a tripod may come in handy. The 5-section carbon fiber legs have twist-lock joints for quick setup. The legs can be opened to three angles for a range of heights. Independent leg spread allows for easy leveling, even on uneven terrain. The center column has a spring-loaded ballast hook for added stability. One leg can be unscrewed and combined with the center column to create a monopod, which can be used when a full tripod may be too large or slow, like when shooting sports or wildlife. The ball head has a panoramic base and features an Arca-type quick release set.
| Camera Mounting | 1/4"-20 Screw (Quick Release Plate: Arca-Type) |
| Head Type | Ball Head |
| Base Mount | Flat Base with 3/8"-16 Female |
| Independent Pan Lock | Yes |
| Independent Tilt Lock | No |
| Vertical Tilt | 90° |
| Primary Material | Carbon Fiber |
| Leg Lock | Twist Lock |
| Leg Sections | 5 |
| Independent Leg Spread | Yes |
| Leg Positions | 3 Positions |
| Load Capacity | 17.6 lb / 8 kg |
| Maximum Working Height | 62.2" / 158 cm |
| Center Column | Yes, Round: Ballast Hook |
| Closed Length | 14.6" / 37 cm |
| Accessory Mounting | No |
| Bubble Level | Yes |
| Weight | 3.28 lb / 1.49 kg |
