The black 1 Series Tripster Travel Tripod from Benro is a five-section carbon fiber tripod with a two-section center column that combine to reach a maximum height of 59.3", while weighing 3 lb. Splaying the legs completely out, the support drops to a minimum height of 14". Moreover, the legs fold in the reverse to a compact 14.2", so you can carry it to the next location. The removable center column and one leg can combine to create a monopod with a maximum height of 61.4". The Arca-type compatible ball head has a load capacity of 18 lb and includes a quick release plate with a 1/4"-20 camera mounting thread. Additionally, a 1/4"-20 socket located on the yoke of the tripod is used to attach other accessories that would aid you in creating a photograph.

Load Capacity: 18 lb    Maximum Height: 59.3"    Minimum Height: 14"    Folded Length: 14.2"    Leg Sections: 5    Weight: 3 lb    Arca-Type Ball Head with QR Plate    2-Section Center Column    1/4"-20 Accessory Mount    Detachable Leg Converts into Monopod

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What material, metal or plastic, is the Benro ball head made from?

A: The ballhead on the Benro Tripster Travel Tripod is mostly metal, with some plastic and rubber parts.

Q: 2. Does it come with a case?

A: The Benro Tripster Travel Tripod (1 Series, Black, Carbon Fiber) comes with a carrying bag.

Q: 3. Is the center column (or, at least the first “stage” of the column) grooved to prevent rotation? Thanks!

A: The center column of this tripod is not grooved.

Q: 4. Will the Really Right Stuff BH-40 head fit when tripod is folded up?

A: will will fit.

Q: 5. Would this tripod securely hold a d810 with a 24-70 f2.8?

A: Yes, it has a load capacity of 26lbs, although shooting vertically would be a bit of a trickier proposition. I don't think it would balance well, in which case an L bracket would be ideal.

Q: 6. Which country is this made in?

A: This tripod is manufactured in China.

Q: 7. Would this tripod securely hold an x-t1 with a 100-400mm lens?

A: Yes, this tripod is suitable to hold a Fuji X-T1 with a XF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR Lens.

Q: 8. Arca Swiss computable? Reviewer "Buz" says "This tripod came with a quick release plate which is good because it is not Arca Swiss compatible."

A: This tripod head is Arca compatible.

Q: 9. The specs say no friction control but it looks like the ball head has a friction control knob, does this head have friction control?

A: Yes, this head does in fact have friction control.

Q: 10. Is it coming with quick release plate? also, can you attach video camera to this tripod?

A: Yes it comes with a quick release plate and you can attach a video camera, if the video camera is below the maximum load capacity and the video camera has a 1/4" screw opening in the bottom where you will place the quick release plate.