The black MeFoto BackPacker Travel Tripod Kit offers a sturdy, compact aluminum alloy tripod that extends to 51.2", supports up to 8.8 lb, and folds down to just over one foot. It's color accent extends to the included, matching Q series ball head.

The tripod's legs can be spread independently, with two-position leg angle stops. A spring-loaded hook is located in a recess at the bottom of the center column, allowing you to hang a heavy object from it for additional stability.

The ball head offers separate head and pan locks, a 360° pan index, and an integral bubble level. An Arca-type quick release plate with a 1/4"-20 camera screw is included in the kit, along with a durable carrying case with a shoulder strap for storage and transport.

Load Capacity: 8.8 lb    Max Height: 51.2"    Min Height: 17.3"    Folded Length: 12.6"    Leg Sections: 5    Weight: 2.6 lb    Two Leg Angle Positions    Arca-Type Compatible Ball Head    Separate Ball and Pan Locks    Carrying Case Included

The tripod legs can be inverted and folded back 180°. At only 12.6" when folded, this travel friendly tripod can fit inside a back pack or suitcase.

For an extra measure of flexibility, tripod legs can be independently locked into place at two different angles to enable shooting in cramped quarters, on uneven terrain or at low camera angles.

Uses the same twist-lock system as the legs for fast setup.

A spring loaded recessed hook, located in the bottom of the center column, allows you to hang a heavy object for increased stability.

MeFoto's rubberized locking grips combined with anti-rotation legs enable fast and fumble-free setup plus weather and dust resistance.

Dual-action heavy duty ball head with Arca-type compatible quick release plate.

Accurate panoramas can be easily accomplished using the graduated panning scale for accurate image alignment.

Individual locking knobs make adjustments easy.

The bubble level allows you to make accurate adjustments for seamless panoramas.

Each MeFoto tripod comes with its own carrying case for transport and protection.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will this tripod work with a Sony SLT-A77V?

A: It Works with my A7II and a long lens. The tripod is so light that I won't let go of the camera when it is mounted. Certainly not when extended.

Q: 2. Can this be used with Fuji XT-1 with 100-400 lens attached? Total weight is somewhere above 5 #'s

A: I think it would be fine as long as you do not extend the center post.

Q: 3. Is the ball head that comes on this removable? I want to use this with a fluid head too

A: Yes, the ballhead is removable on the BackPacker Classic. It has a 3/8 -16 thread.

Q: 4. Can I add a panning and tilting handle that I have from a previous tripod?

A: Yes you can add a different head to the tripod. Attachment screw is a 3/8 -16 configuration.

Q: 5. Is the center column removable?

A: No, this tripod does not have a removable center column.

Q: 6. Is this okay for long-exposure photography?

A: Yes, it holds well my Nikon D7100 with 70-300mm lens. It would work within the weight limit listed in specs..Thanks!

Q: 7. in travel photography specific to windy spaces, do you have any suggestion a practical way to weigh down the tripod to prevent it blowing over?

A: The tripod has a weight hook underneath the spider which you can hang a bag from.

Q: 8. Is the center column removable, i.e., can the ballhead be attached directly to the base?

A: No, the center column is not removable.

Q: 9. Does the head offer any resistance when panning (as some of the bigger versions)? this would be very useful for travel video.

A: There is resistance when panning. I used this trip pod for three months while traveling. It is light weight but like other reviews say it is on the short side. Other than that it fulfilled it's purpose.

Q: 10. Hey guys, I have the RRS camera plate on my Sony a7R. Would that fit RRS plate fit this ballhead?

A: As the Q Series Double Action Ball Head on the MeFOTO BackPacker Travel Tripod (Titanium) is compatible with Arca-Swiss type quick release plates, yes, the Really Right Stuff quick release plate should be compatible for use with the above tripod/ball head setup.