Gitzo G-1298 Reporter Basalt Tripod Legs - Supports 12.1 lb (5.5 kg)
- Price: $386.00
- No Longer Available
As part of the Gitzo Reporter - series 2, the G1298 Basalt tripod comes with 4 leg-sections, is sturdy yet compact, and is capable of holding a digital or 35mm SLR camera with a pro telephoto zoom lens (e.g. 70-200mm), medium format up to 6x6, a consumer camcorder, or a spotting scope.
Created from volcanic rock, Gitzo has utilized the volcanic-based basalt to develop tripods of exceptional performance, stability, and durability. The basalt, a black lightweight rock, is pulverized, then melted at extreme temperature (2732 degrees F) and combined with other materials and spun into a strong fiber which is used to create multi-layer composite tubing. The result is a non-rotating tube of exceptional performance that meets the demands of today's professional photographers.
Basalt tripods are more durable and better at absorbing vibrations than aluminum models with similar dimensions. These legs are tougher than aluminum, yet they are 20 percent lighter.
- 20 percent lighter
- Basalt material is tougher than aluminum, yet 20% lighter
- H.I.S.
- Legs are assembled using Gitzo's H.I.S., a dual "screw thread and glue" jointing technology that provides greater durability and reliability than alternative methods
- ALR Anti-Leg Rotation
- The ALR design allows the tripod to be opened in less than 15 seconds by simply loosening all the twist locks on each leg at the same time, then pulling the leg down and tightening the twists individually
- Reversible & Anti-Rotation Center Column
- The anti-rotation center column locking collar above the tripod shoulder makes it easier to adjust the column quickly, and is reversible for improved low-angle work
- Compact
- Compact 19.3" (49 cm) folded size
- Polymer Bushings
- Can be used in fresh water without adverse effect on locking mechanism
- Spring-Loaded Retractable Hook
- Retractable hook makes sure clothing don't get caught on it, and makes it possible to get even closer to the ground
| Maximum Height | 58.3" (148.1 cm) |
| Maximum Height w/o Column Extended | 47.2" (119.9 cm) |
| Minimum Height | 16.5" (41.9 cm) |
| Folded Length | 19.3" (49.0 cm) |
| Load Capacity | 12.1 lb (5.5 kg) |
| Leg Sections | 4 |
| Leg Lock Type | Twist |
| Independent Leg Spread | Yes |
| Center Column Sections | 1 |
| Center Column Type | Sliding |
| Center Brace | No |
| Spiked Feet | No |
| Head Mount Thread Size | 1/4"-20 & 3/8"-16 (reversible stud) |
| Weight | 3.4 lb (1.5 kg) |
- Lifetime Warranty
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