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Davis & Sanford Traverse TR-553-228 Compact Aluminum Tripod with Ball Head

BH #DATR553P228 • MFR #TR553-P228
Davis & Sanford Traverse TR-553-228 Compact Aluminum Tripod with Ball Head
Key Features
  • Load Capacity: 10 lb
  • Max Height: 53"
  • Min Height: 12.5"
  • Folded Length: 12"
The Traverse TR-553-228 Compact Aluminum Tripod with Ball Head from Davis & Sanford combines a lightweight (2.6 lb) tripod with a ball head that can hold 10 lb, and reach a maximum height of 53". The tripod's legs can be inverted 180­° so that the ball head is concealed within the legs, making the folded height only 12" long.
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Davis & Sanford Traverse TR-553-228 Tripod wi... Overview

The Traverse TR-553-228 Compact Aluminum Tripod with Ball Head from Davis & Sanford combines a lightweight (2.6 lb) tripod with a ball head that can hold 10 lb, and reach a maximum height of 53". The tripod's legs can be inverted 180­° so that the ball head is concealed within the legs, making the folded height only 12" long.

The Arca-type compatible ball head has a locking knob to control the ball movement and a separate locking knob for the panning movement. It sits atop five-section aluminum legs which have twist locks, allowing for quick adjustment to their height. The center column's height is also adjusted by twist locks, and it has a ballast hook on the bottom of the column for extra stability. A padded carrying case is included to protect your tripod during transport.

The ballast hook allows you to hang a weight, such as a sandbag or camera bag, providing additional stability when you're operating with heavy loads, on uneven ground, or in windy conditions.
Each leg is independently adjustable, and can be locked in three different angles.
Ball head features one bubble level to help achieve level horizons.
UPC: 884613016050

Davis & Sanford Traverse TR-553-228 Tripod wi... Specs

Key Specs
Head Type
Ball Head
Camera Mounting Screw
1/4"-20 Male
Quick Release Plate Type
Arca-Type
Load Capacity
10 lb / 4.5 kg
Maximum Working Height
53" / 134.6 cm
Minimum Working Height
12.5" / 31.8 cm
Head
Head Type
Ball Head
Base Mount
3/8"-16 Female
Camera Mounting Screw
1/4"-20 Male
Quick Release Plate Type
Arca-Type
Number of Bubble Levels
1
General
Load Capacity
10 lb / 4.5 kg
Maximum Working Height
53" / 134.6 cm
Minimum Working Height
12.5" / 31.8 cm
Packaging Info
Package Weight
3.095 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
17 x 5.18 x 5"

Davis & Sanford Traverse TR-553-228 Tripod wi... Reviews

Better than expected

By Jan
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-01-13

When the package arrived, I was shocked at how heavy it is. But the tripod comes with a package that is super heavy. After working with the tripod a few times now, I'm super stoked to take it on hikes with me!

Better than expected for the price

By Marcelo
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-09-02

The tripod is well built, sturdy and compact. The leg articulation and extension mechanisms feel solid and lock in a positive way. There is no play once fully extended. It works very well with my typical setup (Fuji X-T30 with 16-80mm f4 lens). The ball head and plate attach securely to my camera. Comes with a very nice protective bag. Highly recommended, especially for the very reasonable price. I am not a professional photographer so your mileage may vary.

Strong and light

By Andrew
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-06-03

This tripod is very convenient. It’s strong, it’s light, and there’s many configurations to get my camera right where I want it.

great tool

By Carlos
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-05-18

love it, easy to handle and strong enough

Fits in my bag, works great!

By Mark
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2019-11-22

Great tripod, really small, easy to assemble. It is a little heavy but that makes it stabile.

Not bad so far, Quick release is messed up.

By Ethan
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2019-08-27

Just got the tripod, it's pretty solid, not much to complain about build wise. The main problem I have is the screw threads on the quick release plate are a bit off. One one side they're fine but on the other they slant much, much more. I can't get it onto my camera and I don't want to damage it by trying anymore.

Good

By Lucilene
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2021-12-14

I can't wait to use it! But is 2cm bigger than specs..

Great for travelling

By Robert
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2021-08-04

Small, compact, and easily fits into my rolling carry-on luggage which is what I needed to do for an upcoming trip overseas. Tripod seems well-built and its strength is proportionate to its size. I will continue to use my larger and heavier tripod for other photo shooting purposes, but for travel, this product is idea.

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According to the information we have, our current inventory's country of origin for the Davis & Sanford Traverse TR-553-228 Compact Aluminum Tripod with Ball Head, B&H # DATR553P228, B&H # PRPHTRSSL, is China. Please be aware this can change over the product's production life without notice.
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was looking at the MeFOTO Day TripTripod Kit (Black) and the Benro A100EXU Compact Digital Tripod With Ballhead Kit... would this Davis & Sanford Traverse TR-553-228 Compact Aluminum Tripod with Ball Head be better? I do like the price over the mefoto day trip..i just want something that gonna last a long time and compact for my a6000 kit 16-50 lens.
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