Gitzo GT-2531 Mountaineer 6X Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs - Supports 26.4 lbs (12kg)
The Gitzo GT2531 Mountaineer 6X Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs uses advanced "Carbon 6X" carbon fiber material for its leg construction. This improved tubing is stronger, lighter and as resistant as its 12 layer predecessor. Carbon "6X" is manufactured using a complex, 3-D process weaving 6 layers of carbon fiber into smooth, solid constructed tubes.
The GT2531 is ideal for use with DSLRs with 200mm lenses (up to a 300mm maximum), lightweight camcorders, and spotting scopes. It offers an excellent load capacity rating of 26.4 lbs (12kg), and good torsional rigidity.
- Anti-Rotation Leg (ALR) System
- The Anti-Rotation Leg (ALR) system makes it quick and easy to open and close the tripod. Simply turn all of the locking rings at once and the whole leg can be pulled out in seconds.
- G-Lock Design
- The G-Lock mechanism has been completely redesigned in order to achieve a 20% increase in rigidity, faster operation and stronger, safer locking. G-Lock's special design also provides a "gravity lock" effect: the higher the load applied vertically to the leg, the stronger the lock.
- Power Disc
- The Power Disc features two locking screws, one directly for the column and one for the head. This assures a rock solid connection of the whole system. This machined aluminum disc also includes the Safe Lock material, which cuts down on vibrations.
- Redesigned Upper Discs & Bolts
- This tripod features completely redesigned upper discs and bolts. The discs, which are composed of aluminum, feature a safe lock material that reduces vibrations and improves head locking. The improved high-grade stainless steel bolt design prevents it from dropping inside the column when adjusted, and makes controlling the tread length stress-free. The redesigned bolts are also corrosion and oxidation resistant.
- Ground-Level Set
- This feature allows you to remove the center column to save weight and get the camera closer to the ground. The upper disk is removed from the center column and inserted directly into the upper casting using the column hook. No tools required. In addition, this tripod has a redesigned magnesium upper casting for a further weight reduction, and a third ultra low leg spread to take full advantage of the Ground Level Set.
- 1mm Gitzo 6X Carbon Fiber Tube
- Gitzo was able to develop a six-crossed multilayer carbon fiber 30% lighter than the previous 1.5mm generation that features the same exceptional performance of stability and vibration absorption and unbeatable quality.
- Performance Design
- Performance design allows the legs to be set individually at 24°, 55° and 90° to cover every angle you want to shoot.
- Hook
- Redesigned built-in, self-locking, spring-loaded retractable hook on the bottom of the center column provides a place to hang a stabilizing counterweight such as camera, sand or water bags.
- Removable Leg Tips
- Removable self-locking rubber leg tips are interchangeable with Gitzo universal accessories such as the big foot, long spike, etc.
- Rapid Column
- Grooved Rapid center column, with locking collar, for improved stability.
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| General | |
|---|---|
| Load Capacity | 26.4 lbs (12kg) |
| Maximum Height | 63.4" (161cm) |
| Maximum Height w/o Column Extended | 54.3" (138cm) |
| Minimum Height | 6.7" (17cm) |
| Folded Length | 25.6" (65cm) |
| Head Attachment Fitting | 1/4"-20 & 3/8"-16 (reversible stud) |
| Weight | 3 lbs (1.37kg) |
| Legs | |
|---|---|
| Material | 6 layer carbon fiber |
| Leg Stages/Sections | 2/3 |
| Leg Lock Type | Twist |
| Independent Leg Spread | Yes |
| Spiked/Retractable Feet | No (optional) |
| Center Brace | No |
| Center Column | |
|---|---|
| Center Column Type | Rapid (sliding) |
| Center Column Sections | 1 |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 88 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Lightweight (78)
- Stable (76)
- Unfolds quickly (52)
- Folds away (20)
- Durable (3)
Cons
- Pricey / poor value (8)
- Pricey (3)
Best Uses
- Landscape/scenery (57)
- Night shots (41)
- Portraits (39)
- Travel (37)
- Wildlife (37)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (42), Semi-pro photographer (24), Pro photographer (9)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (44)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 88 customers
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Pros
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro
Comments about Gitzo GT-2531 Mountaineer 6X Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs - Supports 26.4 lbs (12kg):
I purchased this tripod and waited one month to post this review, to make sure it accurately reflects my perceptions.
I use this with a RRS BH-40, 5D2, 24-105/4, 70-200/4, 180/3.5 macro, others. It is rock solid with these lenses. The 180/3.5 macro is the heaviest of my collection to date, and it easily handles this lens. I have no doubt that it could support heavier lenses.
Quality is superb. Exactly what I expect for the price.
I'm a weekend warrior, and this tripod meets or exceeds my expectations. I have no problem recommending this to others with similar setup.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Travel
- Wildlife
Comments about Gitzo GT-2531 Mountaineer 6X Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs - Supports 26.4 lbs (12kg):
An extremely well built, vibration free, rock-solid tripod. It is a perfect companion for even long hikes with my Nikon D-300s camera and RRS BH-55 ball head. For macro work, it is perfect using the RRS B150-B focusing rail. Absolutely easy to setup for a shoot. Would certainly recommend to a friend.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Folds Small
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Sports/Action
Comments about Gitzo GT-2531 Mountaineer 6X Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs - Supports 26.4 lbs (12kg):
This thing is great. Super solid up to 70-200 f/2.8. I am using it with the RRS BH-40 LR w/ no problems. Light weight enough to hike long miles with, solid at all angles. I removed the center column and my ballhead is solid on the tripod. When the legs are at the regular angle the camera is at eye level with the legs fully extended ( I am 5'11). Carbon is nice as it doesn't freeze my hand when it is cold. Can quickly change the leg heights and angles. No bag comes with, but I really donnt use them anyway. The Kinesis filter bag wraps around the tripod securely.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Stability
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Gitzo GT-2531 Mountaineer 6X Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs - Supports 26.4 lbs (12kg):
I love this tripod. Easy to set up and taske down. It is very solid and vibration free and is very good for both landscapes and Macro shooting.
It is extremely well built and is very precise.
This gear greatly exceeded my expectations.
JKA
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Wildlife
Comments about Gitzo GT-2531 Mountaineer 6X Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs - Supports 26.4 lbs (12kg):
Hard to beat. Lightweight, stable. Smooth leg adjusters.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Wildlife
Comments about Gitzo GT-2531 Mountaineer 6X Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs - Supports 26.4 lbs (12kg):
Great stability and light weight. Should be good for a 300 f2.8.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Stability
- Very well made
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Wildlife
Comments about Gitzo GT-2531 Mountaineer 6X Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs - Supports 26.4 lbs (12kg):
I have had this tripod for several years now and it is indestructible. I do a lot of mountain hiking and have fallen with it, used it to keep my balance, and it has saved me from injury several times. I know that is not what it is designed for but it is very well made. In strong winds it is absolutely solid. It outperforms every other tripod I have owned and is well worth the cost.
Pros
- Very solid and easy to us
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Interiors
- Landscape/Scenery
- Portraits
Comments about Gitzo GT-2531 Mountaineer 6X Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs - Supports 26.4 lbs (12kg):
Gitzo tripods are the best, period. It's light, solid and incredibly easy to use. Perhaps my favorite thing about Gitzos is the positive action of the leg locks. No worrying about whether you got it tight enough. A quick turn and it's locked. Expensive and worth every penny.
The only thing that's odd about the GT-2531 is its name. "Mountaineer" suggests that it's ultra compact for hikers and climbers. I got mine to shoot portraits and interiors with a digital view camera. It's perfect.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Gitzo GT-2531 Mountaineer 6X Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs - Supports 26.4 lbs (12kg):
"Why isn't my picture sharp?"
Good equipment is like a mirror... I look at it and realize the problem is me. Now I can focus, without doubt, on technique.
This tripod is rock solid... combined with my RRS BH-30-LR I have a platform that when aimed, stays on target as I tighten things up.
It's tall enough that I don't need to raise the center post (I'm 5'10"). (To loosely quote Bill Fortney, "A raised post is just a monopod with legs".)
I've learned that photo equipment is like a boat, buy more than you think you need. If you have money, spend it... results are directly proportional.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Wildlife
Comments about Gitzo GT-2531 Mountaineer 6X Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs - Supports 26.4 lbs (12kg):
Strong, sturdy and light. Fast and easy to setup.
This does not take away from the great tripod itself, but I would have preferred a better case. It comes with a drawstring cloth bag case, but I would rather have one with a strap that I could use to carry on my back.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
- Quality Build
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Wildlife
Comments about Gitzo GT-2531 Mountaineer 6X Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs - Supports 26.4 lbs (12kg):
This is the perfect size for a 6 footer who shoots FF gripped bodies with lenses not much larger than 70-200/2.8IS size lenses. Lightweight yet very sturdy and robust.
I switched from the 055CX3 and actually liked the leg locks, but after using the 2531 for a couple of weeks it is much faster to setup since you can grip and rotate both locks at once and pull to extend.
Will probably be the last tripod I'll ever buy.......
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
- Price
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
Comments about Gitzo GT-2531 Mountaineer 6X Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs - Supports 26.4 lbs (12kg):
I purchased this tripod for my medium format system. So usually my camera gear weights around 2-3 kg mounted on an Arca Swiss Z1 Monoball. And for this amount of weight there is no better tripod out there. It is light, durable, and easy to handle. The 3531 doesn't have any advantages despite it costs more and is heavier. Only if you have very heavy telephoto lenses (like 400mm or longer) it makes sense to buy the 3531.
The only thing I don't like about the 2531 is that you have to buy an extra bag for the tripod. So I ordered a Gitzo bag for another 100 Dollar. Considering the price of the tripod this definitely should be included already.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Folds Small
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Travel
Comments about Gitzo GT-2531 Mountaineer 6X Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs - Supports 26.4 lbs (12kg):
Got it a few weeks ago. Very light compared to my old aluminum tripod. The legs come out really fast, and are easy to put away, thanks to Gitzo's G-lock system. Even in heavy winds, the tripod did not move.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife
Comments about Gitzo GT-2531 Mountaineer 6X Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs - Supports 26.4 lbs (12kg):
It is a good product but the price is little high when compare to other brands. But after all it is real steady and light. But I have to admit I only use with light camera and light lens(D60 and Tamron 17-55 2.8, sometime plus a SB-600). It should be all right with bigger DX body and bigger lens.
And normally I only extend one section as I'm short.
After all, it is your own decision for the extra money. I take this one as I want the light weight so I can use it in any cases. And I think tripod is one of the longest last photography gear, don't it?
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife
Comments about Gitzo GT-2531 Mountaineer 6X Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs - Supports 26.4 lbs (12kg):
I've only had this for about 3 weeks and have finally realized how much a difference a good tripod can make. This is a lightweight and solid tripod! I recently went on a day hike and carried this tripod everywhere I went. Put it in mud and water on rocks at different inclines and had no problem with ever wanting to tip or slide. I can't see myself buying anything but Gitzo from this point on.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife
Comments about Gitzo GT-2531 Mountaineer 6X Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs - Supports 26.4 lbs (12kg):
My Manfrotto of 18yrs have seen better days and I've been longing for a lighter carbon fibre replacement for quite some time. So after a rather convoluted research and some hands-on experience I chose my GT-2531. It still packs into my medium sized suitcase(after removing the ball-head)even though its 1.5" longer than my older tripod when folded. The twist lock mechanism of the legs are a joy to use and extremely secure(will not creep whatsoever). Light weight, rock steady and superb build quality.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Portraits
- Wildlife
Comments about Gitzo GT-2531 Mountaineer 6X Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs - Supports 26.4 lbs (12kg):
Thanks to your sales personnel I ended up with a tripod and ball head that were just right for my needs. My Mountaineer tripod is a fine piece of engineering and feather light for ease of transporting on my hikes. The Ballhead is easy to assemble onto the tripod and I believe these products will serve me for years to come.
S. Manning
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Gitzo GT-2531 Mountaineer 6X Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs - Supports 26.4 lbs (12kg):
I was fighting in my head for weeks .... get the GT-2531 or the GT-3531...[...] the only thing you get with the 3531 is one more pound to carry around. (both will do I good job of supporting your lens.) Nikon D700 with a 70 ~ 200 VRII So happy I went with the 2531. This Tripod is all I will ever need and some.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape/Scenery
- Portraits
- Travel
- Wildlife
Comments about Gitzo GT-2531 Mountaineer 6X Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs - Supports 26.4 lbs (12kg):
I am 5 ft 11 and felt this tripod would be a little to small for me. Once I added my RRS head and mounted the camera it is perfect. I have owned many tripods and still do but this pod if for life. Great build and so steady for being so light. The price is high but so is the quality. I have looked hard for a tripod that fits me and I have found it. No regrets at all.[...]
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Folds Small
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
Cons
- None as far as I can tell
Best Uses
- Portraits
- Travel
Comments about Gitzo GT-2531 Mountaineer 6X Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs - Supports 26.4 lbs (12kg):
Purchased this tripod to cut back on equipment weight when traveling, now I plan on using it as my everyday tripod. This tripod is very light, very sturdy, and very solid.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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