The Sherpa Summit Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod with FPH-63Q Arca-Type Ball Head from Fotopro is a lightweight and versatile carbon fiber travel tripod with an Arca-Type compatible ball head. It has a load capacity of 26.5 pounds and a maximum height of 68.8" yet folds down to a compact length for storage or travel. The center column can be removed, and the legs spread out wide for low-perspective shooting from a height of just 9.8". Once removed, the center column can also be combined with the removable leg to form a monopod for moving more quickly, like when shooting action or wildlife.

The center column incorporates a ballast hook that can add stability by suspending a weight beneath the tripod. The hook can be unscrewed to reveal that it doubles as a wrench for making adjustment to the tripod, and also to reveal a storage compartment that contains an adjustable smartphone clip with an Arca-type mounting base.

Load Capacity: 26.5 lb    Working Heigh Range: 9.8 to 68.8"    Ball Head with Arca-Type QR Plate    4-Section Carbon Fiber Legs, Twist Locks    Center Column & Leg Convert to a Monopod    Smartphone Holder with Arca-Type Base    Weight: 3.86 lb

The FPH-63Q dual panoramic ball head offers rotation at the base and under the quick release platform. It has two bubble levels and includes an Arca-type compatible quick release plate. It provides tension adjustment and has a numbered scale on the base for precision movement.

One leg of the tripod features a padded grip for added comfort and grip. It can be unscrewed and attached to the removable center column to form a convenient 72.4" tall monopod for situations when a tripod is too bulky or slow, like when shooting sports or wildlife.

The center column is operated with a rapid release knob with an ergonomic three-wing design, with a buffered movement design to prevent sudden accidental movement that may cause camera or lens damage. It is made of carbon fiber and features a ballast hook for added stability. The ballast hook unscrews to reveal a storage compartment that contains a smartphone holding clip and a leg wrench for adjusting the tripod.

Each leg has a rubber foot for traction on most surfaces, which can be removed to reveal a steel spike for use on slick or icy surfaces.

The leg spider incorporates dual threaded accessory mounts that allow accessories to be attached via a magic arm or similar extension. Easily add a microphone, compact LED light, monitor, or more to create custom setups. The included leg wrench can be combined with the included smartphone holder to act as a magic arm and monitor.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can the center column split for use as a short column? There is a seam in the column but I can’t separate them.

A: The center column on the Fotopro Sherpa Summit Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod with FPH-63Q Arca-Type Ball Head and Monopod (Black) cannot be split. The center column can be removed, and the legs spread out wide for low-perspective shooting from a height of just 9.8".

Q: 2. Does the quick release work directly with arca swiss cages, specifically the nikon zf smallrig grip?

A: If you are referring to the SmallRig Camera Cage for Nikon Zf, B&H # SM4261, as this cage has an Arca-type base, and as the ball head on the Fotopro X-Aircross 3 Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod with FPH-42QR Ball Head (Flame Orange) has an Arca-type quick release clamp, yes the SmallRig Camera Cage for Nikon Zf will work directly with the tripod listed above.

Q: 3. I removed the ball head and cant get it back on. The plate for the head is preventing the threads from lining up. What am i doing wrong!?

A: Please feel free to contact our live chat team for the best support in the industry. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/l/Live-Video-Chat

Q: 4. Can the metal spike be removed for this (as a monopod) to be paired with a monopod base, like the Robus SBM-001?

A: The spike feet on the Fotopro X-Go Carbon Fiber E Tripod with FPH-42QP Ball Head and Monopod cannot be removed.

Q: 5. What is the height of this tripod without center column extended?

A: The height of the Fotopro Sherpa Summit Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod with FPH-63Q Arca-Type Ball Head and Monopod (Black) is approximately 58" from the floor to the top of the ball head (without the center column extended).

Q: 6. will this work with my fotopro e6h grimbal and a nikon z9?

A: Yes, the Fotopro X-GO Max Tripod Kit with FPH-62Q Ball Head (Black) will mount and support the Nikon Z9 and the Fotopro E-6H Eagle Series Gimbal Head B&H # FOE6H MFR # E-6H.

Q: 7. Can I flip the center column upside down to have the camera mounted under the legs for macro-photography?

A: Yes, you can reverse the center column.

Q: 8. Are the colorful accents at the twistlocks more red, or more orange?

A: The accents are closer to red.

Q: 9. What is the true height? Manufacture web site says 62Inch whereas B&H say's 51.5inch.

A: It is 51.5" without the center column raised and 62" with full extension.

Q: 10. Where is this made?

A: The following unit is made in China.