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Sirui A1205 Tripod with Y-11 Ball Head (Carbon Fiber)

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Sirui A1205 Tripod with Y-11 Ball Head (Carbon Fiber)
Key Features
  • Load Capacity: 22 lb
  • Working Height Range: 10.2 to 55.1"
  • Folded Length: 14.6"
  • Y-11 Ball Head
The A1205 Tripod with Y-11 Ball Head from Sirui has 5-section carbon fiber legs that fold a full 180° in reverse to make it a compact 14.6" length for storage and transport. Fully extend the center column for a maximum working height of 55.1". The 22 lb load capacity allows you to attach a pro DSLR with a large telephoto lens.
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Sirui A1205 Tripod with Y-11 Ball Head Overview

The A1205 Tripod with Y-11 Ball Head from Sirui has 5-section carbon fiber legs that fold a full 180° in reverse to make it a compact 14.6" length for storage and transport. Fully extend the center column for a maximum working height of 55.1". The 22 lb load capacity allows you to attach a pro DSLR with a large telephoto lens.

A hook at the bottom of the center column can be used to hang a small sandbag or camera bag to stabilize the tripod. Variable leg angles allow a minimum height of 10.2", and you can reverse the center column to get even closer to the ground. The tripod's leg detaches and converts into a monopod that increases in height by attaching the center column.

The included Y-11 ball head is Arca-type compatible and comes equipped with a quick release plate. It also has a knob-style lock for the clamp, and two separate knobs control movement of the ball and 360° panning base. Place your camera at a  90° angle using the ball head's single-cut notch.

The 3.2 lb tripod has a 10.2 to 55.1" working height range and a load capacity of 22 lb
The carbon fiber legs have 5 sections that fold in reverse to a compact 14.6" for storage and transport
Weight and stability can be increased on the support by adding a small sand bag or camera bag to the hook on the bottom of the center column
The tripod's detachable leg converts to a monopod and the height increases when the leg is attached to the center column
The Y-11 ball head has separate knobs for pan and tilt, plus a single cut notch for angling the camera 90°

Sirui A1205 Tripod with Y-11 Ball Head Specs

Key Specs
Camera Mounting
1/4"-20 Screw (Quick Release Plate: Arca-Type)
Head Type
Ball Head
Primary Material
Carbon Fiber
Load Capacity
22 lb / 10 kg
Maximum Working Height
55.1" / 140.0 cm
Minimum Working Height
10.2" / 25.9 cm
Closed Length
14.6" / 37.1 cm
Weight
3.2 lb / 1.5 kg
Head
Camera Mounting
1/4"-20 Screw (Quick Release Plate: Arca-Type)
Head Type
Ball Head
Base Mount
Flat Base with 3/8"-16 Female
Legs
Primary Material
Carbon Fiber
Leg Lock
Twist Lock
Leg Sections
5
Independent Leg Spread
Yes
General
Load Capacity
22 lb / 10 kg
Maximum Working Height
55.1" / 140.0 cm
Max Height with Center Column Down
42.7" / 108.5 cm
Minimum Working Height
10.2" / 25.9 cm
Closed Length
14.6" / 37.1 cm
Bubble Level
No
Weight
3.2 lb / 1.5 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
3.65 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
16.1 x 4.8 x 4.4"

Sirui A1205 Tripod with Y-11 Ball Head Reviews

Where is my rebate

By Yongjun
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2024-10-07

I sent my rebate form months ago, but I haven't gotten any response. The product is good.

Lightweight and compact - but one caveat...

By CHRISTOPHER
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2021-02-14

Overall a great little travel tripod for light cameras (like mirrorless using regular standard lenses). I like that it folds up to about 14 making it perfect for fitting into a carry-on bag, but the downside to this tripod is its dumb double column telescoping design -- makes the whole thing unstable even if the columns are retracted at the twist-lock is tightened all the way down. I'd give it 4/5 stars if they either used a regular single center column or no center column at all, but the fact they included a DOUBLE center column is a bad design choice. Fine if you're working indoors where there is no wind, but bad if you're out in windy conditions forget it... if you're out doing landscape, find something else. This is only really good for indoor use or situations where there is little to no wind. Even with a 4 lb mirrorless camera setup I could see vibration from wind. You basically get what you pay for here. If you must use this, splay the legs and jam the center column into the dirt to get maximum stability if you have to. About the only good thing about this is it's affordable, CF, folds small, and you can splay the legs. But that's about it.

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Would you recommend this tripod for long-exposure photography using a Nikon D500 with either a 70-200mm Nikkor or a 150-600mm Tamron?
Asked by: Andrea N.
Max load is one thing and resistance to vibration and torsion caused by wind and other factors is another. High end tripod manufacturers like Gitzo will tell you that their series 1 traveler tripod is recommended for up to 100mm, max 200mm focal lengths... I think you need something heftier for long exposures in the focal ranges you are mentioning.
Answered by: Michel
Date published: 2022-04-27

question

Will this support my Canon 5dMark IV with a 24-105mm lens in portrait mode without creeping?
Asked by: Irma F.
We would say you should not have any issue of the ball head moving once locked. If you are doing a lot of vertical shooting, you should consider using an L bracket. Kirk BL-5D4 L-Bracket for Canon 5D Mark IV B&H # KIBL5D4. This will fit directly into the clamp on the ball head.
Answered by: Dennis A L.
Date published: 2018-08-27

Will this tripod set up hold a canon 5d markiii ...

Will this tripod set up hold a canon 5d markiii with 24-70 2.8 L or a 70-200 2.8 L lens with out creeping?
Asked by: James
This tripod is ideal if there's no wind. If it's windy even very little you can not take long exposure shots with your listed equipment.
Answered by: CHIEN
Date published: 2021-12-29

Can someone at B&H physically weigh this tripod ...

Can someone at B&H physically weigh this tripod in response to the multiple weights mentioned in the Q&A?
Asked by: Steve
The weight of the Sirui A1205 Carbon Fiber Tripod with Y-11 Ball Head is 2.82 lbs, according to the Sirui website.
Answered by: Boyd H
Date published: 2022-09-11

Will this be a good tripod for a Nikon D750 + ...

Will this be a good tripod for a Nikon D750 + Tamron 15-30mm G2? Approx 1960g. I do mainly (like 99.99%) vertical shots.
Asked by: Alvin Derek
Yes and No. Tripod legs will hold fine, but not the head. Get a better tripod head like the K-20 II or K-30 II, and pair it with a L Bracket for vertical shots.
Answered by: swapnendum
Date published: 2020-05-30

can a gimble head be attached to this tripod?

can a gimble head be attached to this tripod?
Asked by: Jay
Yes a gimbal head can be attached to this tripod.
Answered by: Kirk R
Date published: 2020-12-11

Could anyone please confirm the statement I got ...

Could anyone please confirm the statement I got from the review of other source of this product "My tripod came apart while in use. The threads holding the ballhead mounting plate to the tripod are made of plastic, and they pulled apart.?
Asked by: Huitang
The threads holding the qr clamp are metal as well as the bottom threads of the ball head.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2020-08-05

Can I switch the ball head to the K-20X?

Can I switch the ball head to the K-20X?
Asked by: Alvin Derek
It is packaged with the Y-11 head. The head is removable & A K-20 will fit. If you don't already own a K-20, why not try it with the Y-11 first. It may be just what you need.
Answered by: Sirui
Date published: 2019-06-11
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