Giottos MT-8270 MT II Classic Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs - Supports 32 lbs (12.7 kg)
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Discontinued
The Giottos MT-8270 Classic Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs is a very versatile but yet still economical tripod. The unique center column can be used as a lateral arm with angle adjustment, which makes it especially ideal for nature and micro photography. The column can also be used upside down and reversed. It allows for 360° horizontal and 180° vertical adjustment, and the column can be positioned and set quickly with the locking knobs.
The leg materials are made of French-made high-strength carbon fiber tubing commonly used in aerospace engineering, and yield exceptional stability for its weight. Carbon fiber materials are very shock and vibration absorbent, but still relatively lightweight. The carbon fiber used for these legs is made from twelve layers, and the spiral grain is visible on the surface, giving it its high-tech look.
- Includes Tool Kit
- The toolbox includes required allen wrenches or hex wrench
- Leg Diameter
- 32mm leg diameter for added stability
- Neoprene Leg Grips
- The top sections of the legs come protected with neoprene non-slip foam covers, for better handling in extreme weather conditions
- Retractable Hook
- The retractable hook can be used to add stability with a sand bag or equipment bag
| Maximum Height | 66.9" (170 cm) |
| Maximum Height w/o Column Extended | 60.6" (154 cm) |
| Minimum Height | 8.7" (22 cm), without center column |
| Folded Length | 23.2" (59 cm) |
| Load Capacity | 28 lbs (12.7 kg) |
| Leg Sections | 4 |
| Leg Lock Type | Twist-lock |
| Independent Leg Spread | Yes |
| Center Column Sections | 1 |
| Center Column Type | Sliding |
| Center Brace | No |
| Spiked Feet | Yes |
| Head Type | None |
| Head Mount Thread Size | Dual 1/4-20" & 3/8" |
| Weight | 4.8 lbs (2.2 kg) |
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Pros
- Folds Small
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
- Locks work great
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife
Comments about Giottos MT-8270 Classic Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs:
I have used this tripod everywhere and in all types of enviroments. Never failed me in 11degF ice/snow, rain, 100degF heat. Works perfect and not heavy at all. perfect balance between weight and stability.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easily Adjusted
- Good Footing
- Lightweight
- Locks In Tight
- Rugged
Cons
- Column Platform Weak
Best Uses
- Sports
- Travel
Comments about Giottos MT-8270 Classic Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs:
My first version arrived with the column platform broken. Sent it back and received another a few days later. I have been using the tripod to support a 400mm 2.8 which it should have no problems doing. However after about a week on tour in the desert, the platform once again cracked...I think it is made of some sort of cheap alloy. It's unfortunate that this product is distributed by HP Marketing, as their customer service isn't really ...good. After 2 emails to their customer service department and hearing nothing in return, I called them - "Send it to us for repair". Of course this is at my expense - which would have been fine if I was still in NJ and not Hawai'i. It's a shame the platform is failing because the rest of the tripod is very nice. I would suggest saving your money and buying a bogen/manfrotto or similar.
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Leg Protection
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What's in the Box
- Tool Kit
- Tripod Strap
- Padded Carrying Case
- 5-Year Warranty
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