The CT-3441S Travel 4-Section Rapid CF Tripod With CB-40D Ball Head from Feisol has what a location photographer wants: light weight, significant load capacity, compact design, durable carbon fiber construction, and a solid ball head. With a maximum height of 6.15', the CT-3441S has legs that fold down to under 17". Using an optional short center column, it can be operated at a height of only 7.48". The CB-40D ball head has a ball diameter of 1.57", a base diameter of 2.4" and a height of 3.74". It features a dual-caliper lock design, an integrated panning base, and seamless friction controlled movement. The QP-144750 quick release plate is included.
| General | |
|---|---|
| Load Capacity | 22.05 lb (10 kg) |
| Maximum Height | 5.8' (1.78 m) |
| Maximum Height w/o Column Extended | 4.19' (1.28 m) |
| Minimum Height | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Folded Length | 16.9" (43 cm) |
| Weight | 2.58 lb (1.17 kg) |
| Head | |
|---|---|
| Head Type | CB-40D Ball head |
| Quick Release | Yes |
| Ball Diameter | 1.57" (40 mm) |
| Load Capacity | 33 lb (15 kg) |
| Base Diameter | 2.4" (60 mm) |
| Height | 3.74" (9.5 cm) |
| Weight | 14.81 oz (420 g) |
| Thread Size | 3/8" |
| Legs | |
|---|---|
| Material | Carbon fiber |
| Head Attachment Fitting | 3/8" |
| Leg Stages/Sections | 4 |
| Leg Lock Type | Twist lock |
| Independent Leg Spread | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Spiked/Retractable Feet | Optional |
| Center Brace | No |
| Center Column | |
|---|---|
| Center Column Type | Sliding 2-section telescopic column |
| Center Column Sections | 2 |
| Bubble Level | On ball head |
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After fiddling around with 4 different tripods between $180 and $350 that I didn't like much for one or the other reason and all of them because of their weight, I decided to bite the bullet and step up to a higher range. I'm not a big fan and frequent user of tripods, because I shoot mostly people and they're moving alot, but when you need a tripod, you need one. Since I'm shooting with the Nikon D800 at 36 MP, I see more need and use for a tripod to get the optimum out of that mega sensor. I shoot alot of products, where the weight is not a big issue. But when I go on trips to shoot landscape, the tripod usually stays in the trunk later in the day because I'm sick of the extra weight. Now, this thingy here is really leight weight and folds to a very small package. Tripod and camera with 70-200 lens can still be lifted easily with one hand. I think will will use my new tripod a lot more than all the old ones together. 5 stars for a good compromise between size, weight and stability. If you're not traveling, you might look into the larger versions. My first Feisol, very good product and quality.
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