The ET-2204 Travel Carbon Fiber Tripod from Sirui is a 4-section support with a flip leg lock system that you can disengage to give you the ability to extend the legs along with the standard rapid center column to a maximum height of 57.1". With its three variable leg angles and independent leg spread, the tripod's legs can conform to uneven terrain; splaying the tripod's legs out and switching the standard center column to the included short column, the support can go to a minimum height of 5.3". The legs fold in the reverse to a compact 16.9" to travel with the tripod, and the rubber feet on the legs prevent the tripod from sliding on smooth and flat surfaces. In addition, the feet retract back to reveal metal spikes to further stabilize the support on softer terrain.

Head Load Capacity: 6.6 lb    Height Range: 5.3 to 57.1"    VA-5X Fluid Ball Head with Pan Handle    Side-Loading Quick Release Plate

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does the listed height (with center column retracted) include the ball head or is it to the to of the spot the ballhead mounts on?

A: Hi, that height includes the ball head height.

Q: 2. has anyone used this tripod w/ canon mark iii and telephoto lens and came across weight issues? thanks!

A: Yes with a Mark ii a 70-200 and a 400 with no problems whatsoever. It is a very sturdy tripod!

Q: 3. is the center column reversible on this tripod?

A: The center column is reversible. The center column is also split so you can use the short section only if you splay the legs out and have the tripod flat on the ground

Q: 4. What is the tripod base mount dimension? 3/8" - 16 or 1/4" - 20?

A: The tripod base mount on the Sirui ET-2204 is 3/8-16".

Q: 5. Does the Sirui ET-2204 have the Spikes built into the feet? Does it come with a Center Hook?

A: As per Sirui, the ET-22-04 does have a hook on the bottom of the center column but it lacks a set of retractable spikes on the feet.

Q: 6. What is the diameter of the smallest and largest leg section for the W-2204 (39.7lb)?Thanks.

A: The diameter of the legs, smallest and largest, is 1/2 and 1 .

Q: 7. I have this tripod. I now need a lateral arm for overhead shots. can you link me to a product that would fit? Thanks!

A: I would recommend either the Photek TRI-X-2500 Tripod Extender, B&H # PHT2500, or the Manfrotto 131D Lateral Side Arm for Tripods (Black), B&H# MA131DB, for your stated needs.

Q: 8. I have this tripod and am looking to get into video. Can you recommend a fluid head to use as a replacement head?

A: This would be a good fluid head for a beginner: a href= https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1273963-REG/manfrotto_mvh400ahus_befree_live_video.html target= _blank https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1273963-REG/manfrotto_mvh400ahus_befree_live_video.html/a

Q: 9. what are the lengths and diameter of the center columns?

A: The center column of the Sirui ET-2204 Travel Carbon Fiber Tripod has a diameter of 28mm and a length of 9 1/4".

Q: 10. What levelling base (for panoramas) would be best for this tripod (in terms of function, fit and cost effectiveness)?

A: The LE-60 was way too stiff for such a light tripod. The Acratech leveling base is perfect.