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Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. what is the diameter/size than the Ascend-14's mounting platform? want to mount acratech and flm ball heads

A: The diameter of the Ascend platform is 1.6"/40mm. Many heads will be larger, but that is fine. Most heads will still attach and work very well.

Q: 2. Does this work with iPhone 5s?

A: This works with the iPod touch 4th Gen. The iPhone 5s mounts are no longer available:a href= https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1071332-REG/steadicam_810_7485_mount_apple_iphone_5_5s.html target= _blank https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1071332-REG/steadicam_810_7485_mount_apple_iphone_5_5s.html/a

Q: 3. How well does this tripod handle vibrations at full extension? And is there any significant leg flex when extended?

A: The combination of carbon fiber and RRS construction keep vibrations to nearly non-existent levels and the legs have no flex in them when extended.

Q: 4. How much does this weigh? Wondering if it's worth swapping out the QR clamps that came with my PhotoClam ball heads.

A: These Desmond clamps are very well manufactured and function well. Here is what Desmond stated on their website: Weight: 67g (2.4oz)

Q: 5. Does this fit 11 MacBook Air?

A: Susan: I use mine for an ASUS Transformer Android tablet that is slightly under 11 inches long. I measured the inside of my case (allowing for the zipper closing) and it is 12 and 1/4 inches by 10 and 1/4 inches. I hope this helps. Jim

Q: 6. Can this tripod be used both with and without the center column. If so what else would needed for use without center column?

A: The Really Right Stuff Ascend-14 Long Travel Carbon Fiber Tripod can only be used with a center column. It does not need to be raised, but it needs to be in the tripod.

Q: 7. Is this compatible with the RRS BH 55 ball head?

A: Yes Really Right Stuff Ascend-14 Compact Travel Carbon Fiber Tripod is compatible with RRS BH55 ball head.

Q: 8. How long is the cable?

A: The GFR381 uses a detachable cable approximately 18 inches in length. Since this is detachable it can be replaced with a longer cable . Thank you for choosing IOGEAR.

Q: 9. Is it also a touch screen as shown on the video?

A: The Lenovo ThinkVision M14 Monitor, model number 61DDUAR6US is not touchscreen enabled. Here is a link to more information about this model: https://psref.lenovo.com/Detail/ThinkVision/ThinkVision_M14?M=61DDUAR6US

Q: 10. Is this compatible with the bh-30 or bh-40?

A: Yes, the RRS BH-30 or BH-40 would be fine to use with the Ascend-14 Compact Travel Carbon Fiber Tripod.