Benro A-2691 Travel Angel Alum. Tripod (Trans-Functional) W/B1 Ballhead
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- B&H # BEA2691TB1
- Mfr# A2691TB1
Product Highlights
- Supports 26.4 lbs (12 kg)
- Extends to 5.44' (1.66 m)
- Folds Down to 17.7" (45 cm)
- Weighs 4.6 lb (2.1 kg)
- Detachable Leg Functions as 4.5' Monopod
- 5 Leg Sections
- 180° Folding Mechanism
- Dual Action Ballhead Included
- 360° Panorama Scale
- Separate Lock and Drag Adjustment Knobs
Need some solid support? The Benro A-2691 Travel Angel Alum. Tripod (Trans-Functional) W/B1 Ballhead is a professional-quality tripod with lightweight, high-quality aluminum alloy legs for top performance--plus, one leg is detachable for use as a 4.5' (1.39 m) monopod.
This Travel Angel tripod is easy to carry, so you'll have it with you at all times. Travel Angel's unique 180° foldover design allows it to be collapsed into a very compact size that can easily fit into backpacks or luggage. When you need quick set-up, excellent maximum height and a rigid, stable support, the Travel Angel is an impressive performer.
This tripod also features individual leg angle adjustments, anti-rotation leg design, a reversible center column with spring loaded weight hook, anti-dust and moisture rubber leg lock grips.
The included B1 Dual Action Ballhead is a lightweight (0.8 lb/0.4 kg) head with separate lock and drag adjustment knobs, a quick-release clamp that's compatible with an Arca Swiss QR system, and a 360° graduated panning scale for precise image alignment.
- 5-section legs.
- One removable leg converts to a 4.56' (1.39 m) monopod.
- Includes a small, lightweight B1 ballhead to match the size of the tripod; with a calibrated 360° panning base, separate lock and drag adjustment knobs, and a dual quick release locking system.
- Offers two leg-angle settings to accommodate uneven terrain or awkward shooting situations.
- Anti-twist leg sections and a grooved center column make setup and breakdown quick and easy.
- A thick layer of closed-cell nitrile butadiene rubber (NBR) provides a comfortable yet firm grip when carrying your Benro tripod.
- Removable rubber and stainless steel spike feet provide a secure grip both indoors and outdoors
- Retractable spring-loaded hook can be used to add stability with a sand bag or equipment bag
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| General | |
|---|---|
| Load Capacity | 26.4 lbs (12 kg) |
| Head Attachment Fitting | 3/8"-16 |
| Maximum Height | 65.4" (1.66 m) |
| Maximum Height w/o Column Extended | 55.5" (1.41 m) |
| Minimum Height | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Folded Length | 17.7" (45 cm) |
| Weight | 4.6 lb (2.1 kg) |
| Legs | |
|---|---|
| Material | Aluminum |
| Leg Stages/Sections | 5 |
| Leg Lock Type | Twist |
| Independent Leg Spread | Yes |
| Spiked/Retractable Feet | Removable |
| Center Brace | No |
| Center Column | |
|---|---|
| Center Column Type | Sliding |
| Center Column Sections | 1 |
| Head | |
|---|---|
| Height | Maximum: 3.5" (90mm) |
| Load Capacity | 26.4 lbs (12 kg) |
| Fitting Size & Type |
Head mount: 1/4"-20 Base mount: 3/8"-16 |
| Weight | 0.8 lb (0.4 kg) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 40 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Folds away (36)
- Stable (34)
- Unfolds quickly (25)
- Lightweight (20)
Cons
- Heavy (6)
Best Uses
- Landscape/scenery (31)
- Travel (30)
- Portraits (26)
- Night shots (25)
- Wildlife (25)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (21), Semi-pro photographer (11), Casual photographer (3), Pro photographer (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (36)
Most Liked Positive Review
Quality and Versatility
I'm about a year into my photographic imaging degree and at our school we shoot everything. My tripod has to be there for it all. Studio, Environmental,Night,Landscape,Nature,Composites and HDR,Macro...Read complete review
I'm about a year into my photographic imaging degree and at our school we shoot everything. My tripod has to be there for it all. Studio, Environmental,Night,Landscape,Nature,Composites and HDR,Macro,Sports,ect. The list is endless and so are the possibilities with this tripod.
If the Swiss Army made a tripod...this would be it. I'm 5'11" and this thing is shorter than my knee when folded and taller than my head when extended. Need a low angle? no problem the legs will lay flat on the ground. Odd surface? got it covered legs lock in various positions. Tripod not allowed? got that covered too. This thing turns into a monopod! Without tools! How great is that?! With all that (and the price) it must be built a little on the cheap side right? Wrong! This thing is Solid. It's rated for over 26lb and I can believe it. All the joints and connections are done right. If anything it's a little heavy for it's size. It comes with rubber and spiked feet and a great padded case with a pocket on the inside.
Another higher priced manufacturer makes one like this...in fact they did it first. I'm here to tell you though Benro did it best and at half the price.
All that said I would change one thing and it's purely preference. I prefer the flip lock legs to the twist lock. In my opinion it slows down the operation a little, but far from a deal breaker.
So, if you're looking for a jack of all trades with a specialty in quality, versatility, and compactness at a great price...congrats, you found it.
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
Loved it until it fell apart.
It's a lightweight, easy-to-fold - a great tripod for travel/wildlife/landscape/etc. photography. But when you try to untighten the legs in order to strech them out, be careful -- One day...Read complete review
It's a lightweight, easy-to-fold - a great tripod for travel/wildlife/landscape/etc. photography. But when you try to untighten the legs in order to strech them out, be careful -- One day even after only several uses of the tripod, the inner plastic pieces all the sudden fell off from two of the legs --- and one of the screws that keeps the legs stretched fell off too. I mean, I was in shock. That shouldn't happen. You don't want that to happen in the middle of taking great shots.
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Pros
- Detachable Monopod
- Folds Small
- Good Stability
- Height Good For Tall Folk
- Included Carrying Case
- Lightweight
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
- Tad Heavier Than Expected
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Travel
Comments about Benro A-2691 Travel Angel Alum. Tripod (Trans-Functional) W/B1 Ballhead:
A very well made product at a very attractive price. The Travel Angel is very well made and feature rich. Both the tripod and the included ball head are made for heavy duty, supporting a load up to 26 pounds. The quick release plate mechanism makes mounts and dismounts a breeze. An additional bonus was the ability to detach one leg of the tripod for use as a monopod. Finally, since I am 6'4", I am very satisfied with the height of this tripod - fairly hard to find one that is both easily portable and high enough to prevent constant stooping during long shoots.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Folds Small
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Wildlife
Comments about Benro A-2691 Travel Angel Alum. Tripod (Trans-Functional) W/B1 Ballhead:
I love this tripod and I am using it all the time.
It is easy to use and light enough for me to carry all say.
I should have purchased it a long time ago.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Folds Small
- Good Stability
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Travel
- Wildlife
Comments about Benro A-2691 Travel Angel Alum. Tripod (Trans-Functional) W/B1 Ballhead:
This is a sturdy tripod that also folds down to fit in a carry on bag. For travel it also has the advantage of NOT using leg locks but the segments are loosened or tightened with a twist. This system is not as quick as a leg lock lever but makes for a more compact package. Also, leg lock levers tend to catch on everything. The ball head that comes with the tripod operates smoothly and the quick release does what it is supposed to do. I'm thoroughly satisfied with this product.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Folds Small
- Good Stability
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Benro A-2691 Travel Angel Alum. Tripod (Trans-Functional) W/B1 Ballhead:
Allen screw on the head shipped loose. However, allen wrenches shipped with tripod. Once I found them, works great. Sturdy and I dont find the alloy to be prohibitively heavy.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Folds Small
- Good Stability
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Benro A-2691 Travel Angel Alum. Tripod (Trans-Functional) W/B1 Ballhead:
Good mid range tripod. Alloy works well enough for the non professional. I wish an Allen was provided for the set screw that seems to be shipped loose on the head. I didn't have a set handy for my first trial so that was a bit frustrating. After the set screw was tightened up it has worked just fine.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Folds Small
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Travel
- Wildlife
Comments about Benro A-2691 Travel Angel Alum. Tripod (Trans-Functional) W/B1 Ballhead:
A very sturdy tripod that attaches easily to my backpack. Only about 5 pounds but reaches to eye level. The head is smooth and tight.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Folds Small
- Good Stability
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Sports/Action
- Travel
Comments about Benro A-2691 Travel Angel Alum. Tripod (Trans-Functional) W/B1 Ballhead:
I really should have bought this tripod initially. My previous tripod whilst was great functionally was just not as transportable as this little baby... it has a fantastic capability in terms of maximum load and stability, but will fold up into a nice little package that you can slide into a backpack... or suitcase if your travelling...the ball head is also nice and stabile, means having this support a DSLR with a heavy 70-200mm 2.8 IS lens is no problem....would recommend without doubt.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Folds Small
- Good Stability
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Travel
- Wildlife
Comments about Benro A-2691 Travel Angel Alum. Tripod (Trans-Functional) W/B1 Ballhead:
Great gear to bring along for travel and outdoor shoots. The carbon fiber version is lighter if you would spend the extra $. This is a very solid platform and quick to set up and fold up. One leg can be removed and used as a monopod. The B1 ballhead is more than sufficient for my purpose.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Ability to become a monop
- Folds Small
- Good ballhead
- Lightweight
Cons
- 5 legs vs 4-leg
Best Uses
- Home
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Wildlife
Comments about Benro A-2691 Travel Angel Alum. Tripod (Trans-Functional) W/B1 Ballhead:
Bought this tripod as something I can travel with, but also to use for all general needs. The tripod and head works great with my 7D with vert grip, and 24-105 f4. I also tried it with a 70-200 2.8 and it worked just fine. In both cases this was stable and I wasnt worried about it falling. (this is without the bag hanging for extra support)
When it's fully extended, with 5 legs extensions, it seems not as strong, but that's to be expected with a 5-leg vs 3-leg, and something that folds up very small as a travel tripod. I also enjoyed the case that comes along with this--can definitely fit it in a suitcase for traveling.
Mono-pod is simple to change to, although I am considering buying another head so I don't have to totally take apart the tripod for the monopod.
Overall i really like this and would buy again. I do wish they would make one with 3 or 4 legs, and let it be a big larger - this one is TINY. That would help with the support and thicker legs.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Folds Small
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Travel
- Wildlife
Comments about Benro A-2691 Travel Angel Alum. Tripod (Trans-Functional) W/B1 Ballhead:
Love the compact size, stability, and versatility!!Tried other "travel" pods and they seem to be too light and wobbly for a DSLR. Angel is very robust. Ballhead works well with other standard Arca/Swiss type plates. Note that the plate provided is not compatible with other ballheads. Minor issue since my other plates fit the Angel's ballhead. Being able to convert to a monopod for even lighter, on site travel is a big plus -- no duplication of equipment!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Folds Small
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Travel
- Wildlife
Comments about Benro A-2691 Travel Angel Alum. Tripod (Trans-Functional) W/B1 Ballhead:
I bought this on a recommendation of a friend, he was right on! What a great Tripod, folds up very small for carrying, the head moves and flows very nicely, the head also adjusts easily. Very happy with my purchase.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Folds Small
- Good Stability
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Travel
- Wildlife
Comments about Benro A-2691 Travel Angel Alum. Tripod (Trans-Functional) W/B1 Ballhead:
I use the 269 travel angel primarily on day hikes, but it's always with me since it collapses down to such a reasomable size. The legs extend easily and quickly, though there is one section of a leg that often needs a little convincing to retract. Overall, I am pleased with my purchase, I only wish that I had the cabbage to buy the carbon fiber model. Can't beat it for stability and ease of use.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Folds Small
- Good Stability
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape/Scenery
- Portraits
- Travel
Comments about Benro A-2691 Travel Angel Alum. Tripod (Trans-Functional) W/B1 Ballhead:
I recently purchased the Benro A-2691 Travel Angel and so far I'm quite pleased with my purchase. It's a sturdy and well built tripod and does efficiently collapse down to a size compact enough for a carry-on bag. The tripod comes paired with the Benro B1 ballhead. I would have preferred a "snap-in" type quick release mechanism verses the screw-clamp mechanism supplied with the B1. My other slight complaint with the B1 ballhead is that the spirit level is not usable when the camera is positioned in the portrait orientation.
Other than these couple issues, I'm happy with the purchase. The tripod kit is heavier than I expected and I'm not sure if the 0.8lb lighter carbon fiber model would be significantly lighter given the extra cost.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Folds Small
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Wildlife
Comments about Benro A-2691 Travel Angel Alum. Tripod (Trans-Functional) W/B1 Ballhead:
Best bang for the buck. Nice and sturdy. That folds up in a compact form. The center column hasva hook as well as one of the leg that becomes a monopod. It is well built and also great for macro shots.
I use a 5D Mark II with 100L, 35L, 85L and 135L.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
- Weak Construction
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife
Comments about Benro A-2691 Travel Angel Alum. Tripod (Trans-Functional) W/B1 Ballhead:
It's a lightweight, easy-to-fold - a great tripod for travel/wildlife/landscape/etc. photography. But when you try to untighten the legs in order to strech them out, be careful -- One day even after only several uses of the tripod, the inner plastic pieces all the sudden fell off from two of the legs --- and one of the screws that keeps the legs stretched fell off too. I mean, I was in shock. That shouldn't happen. You don't want that to happen in the middle of taking great shots.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Folds Small
- Good Stability
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Wildlife
Comments about Benro A-2691 Travel Angel Alum. Tripod (Trans-Functional) W/B1 Ballhead:
I received this tripod one week ago and have used it only a couple of times, but so far am very impressed with its quality. Good solid platform, if a bit heavy.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Folds Small
- Lightweight
- Medium Zoom Range
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
- Long Zoom Range Stability
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape/Scenery
- Portraits
- Travel
Comments about Benro A-2691 Travel Angel Alum. Tripod (Trans-Functional) W/B1 Ballhead:
It is a good tripod for medium zoom use. I have a Canon 7D with a 70-200 mm lens and it works fine. I have a Sony DSC-H50 with a zoom extension as a backup (a much lighter system), it is difficult to get the ball to hold without movement tightening down when the digital zoom is fully zoom out. If you are on a budget and have a lot of patience it will work for this application.
Pros
- Folds Small
- Good Stability
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife
Comments about Benro A-2691 Travel Angel Alum. Tripod (Trans-Functional) W/B1 Ballhead:
You get what you pay for... lived with a 70 dollar tripod for a long time. This one is worth every dollar. It holds $2000 dollars of equipment from falling over. I needed a tripod I could trust.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Wildlife
Comments about Benro A-2691 Travel Angel Alum. Tripod (Trans-Functional) W/B1 Ballhead:
Sturdy and well designed unit. Fits my bill for wildlife photos.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Benro A-2691 Travel Angel Alum. Tripod (Trans-Functional) W/B1 Ballhead:
Used with Canon 5D MarkII ; 100-400 Canon lens. Used in high winds with gear bag hanging from center post hook for added stability.
So far have had no slippage with the ballhead and legs work well.
I would buy this again if needed.
Plus the small size is perfect for packing in luggage.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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