The black X-GO Plus Carbon Fiber Tripod Kit with FPH-52Q Ball Head from Fotopro is a 4-section carbon fiber support that has a twist lock leg system that allows, along with the rapid center column, for a maximum height of 51.5". Splaying the legs completely out enables the tripod to go as low as 9.8", and the variable leg angles allow the tripod to conform to uneven terrain. The tripod's ball head has two separate knobs, one that controls the movement of the ball, which can be positioned at a 90° angle, and a second knob controls the 360° pan. A bubble level is included to help you maintain a level horizon, and one of the legs is removable, enabling it to convert into a monopod. This allows you to have a camera support when a tripod cannot enter certain areas. Additionally, the legs fold in the reverse making it compact for storage and transport.
- Load Capacity: 17.6 lb
- Working Height Range: 9.8 to 51.5"
- Reverse-Folded Length: 16.9"
- Arca-Type 52Q Ball Head with Plate
Fotopro X-GO Plus with FPH-52Q Ball Head Overview
Fotopro X-GO Plus with FPH-52Q Ball Head Specs
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Fotopro X-GO Plus with FPH-52Q Ball Head Reviews
Leg broke, but diy fix is working for now
The tripod and monopod pairing has been fantastic. I truly like this product, and found it to be conveniently lightweight, small, easy to handle, and comfortable for use; however on my first serious trip with it (2 weeks of an outdoors summer camp in the mountains) I returned home and found an issue with the removable monopod leg. There is a piece inside the carbon fiber leg at the joint to stop the lower sections of the legs from pulling out unintentionally. When I got home and pulled out the monopod to use for some concert photos the middle section pulled right off and I found the plastic stopper broken inside the leg. With some heavy duty cardstock and gaff tape I was able to replicate the plastic piece and it has been working for several weeks now but I expect it to need to be replaced again if I do any more trips with heavy use of the tripod or monopod. I also suspect a replacement part could be 3d printed, and when the temporary solution fails I plan on asking a friend with a 3d printer to assist in attempting a more permanent solution. TLDR: I like the product, and will continue to use it. It has broken after moderately intensive use over a short period of time, but there are DIY options to fix the legs.
Worth every penny
I had a cheapo $20 tripod for a cellphone I was using before I got this carbon fiber tripod in sale, and it’s proven to be one of the best investments I’ve made for photography. It’s very sturdy, and the twist lock legs are a breeze to set up and tare down. The ball head is machined very well and is easy to adjust, and the tripod is light and packs down super small to fit in my backpack.