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Peak Design Aluminum Travel Tripod

BH #PETTCB5150AL • MFR #TT-CB-5-150-AL-1
Peak Design Aluminum Travel Tripod
Key Features
  • Load Capacity: 20 lb
  • Maximum Height: 60"
  • Minimum Height: 5.5"
  • Folded Length: 15.5"
Photographers looking for a beautifully designed tripod with a great strength to size and weight ratio will appreciate the Aluminum Travel Tripod from Peak Design. Architecturally inspired, and weighing only 3.4 lb, this innovative tripod reduces folded volume thanks to legs that store closer together than traditional tripods. When folded, the tripod is roughly as thick as a water bottle. Boasting impressive specs, the tripod height adjusts from 5.5 to 60", folds down to only 15.5", holds up to 20 lb, and is constructed from aluminum. For fast deployment, the five-section aluminum leg cams can be released at the same time. Ground-level shots are quickly captured by simply reversing the center column.
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Peak Design Aluminum Travel Tripod Overview

Photographers looking for a beautifully designed tripod with a great strength to size and weight ratio will appreciate the Aluminum Travel Tripod from Peak Design. Architecturally inspired, and weighing only 3.4 lb, this innovative tripod reduces folded volume thanks to legs that store closer together than traditional tripods. When folded, the tripod is roughly as thick as a water bottle. Boasting impressive specs, the tripod height adjusts from 5.5 to 60", folds down to only 15.5", holds up to 20 lb, and is constructed from aluminum. For fast deployment, the five-section aluminum leg cams can be released at the same time. Ground-level shots are quickly captured by simply reversing the center column.

Epitomizing the expression less is more, is an impressive ergonomic ball head that replaces cumbersome knobs and levers with space-saving locking and adjustment rings. The rings facilitate omnidirectional movements that are locked in place with a simple twist. Crowning the ball head is a quick release system compatible with Peak Design standard plates, and most Arca-type plates. Arca-type L-brackets can be attached by removing the safety pin inside the clamp. Under the center column is a hook for attaching a stabilizing weight.

Included with the tripod are a handsome fabric storage case, a mobile mount, 2.5 and 4mm hex wrenches, and a bushing removal tool.

  • Holds DSRL/mirrorless cameras weighing up to 20 lb
  • Lightweight aluminum construction
  • Folds down to 15.5", and weighs only 3.4 lb
  • Aluminum leg cams can be released at the same time
  • Reversible center column
  • Weight hook under center column
  • Ergonomic ball head with adjustment and locking rings
  • Included soft case, mobile mount, hex wrenches, and bushing removal tool
  • UPC: 818373021276

    Peak Design Aluminum Travel TripodSpecs

    Key Specs
    Camera Mounting
    1/4"-20 Screw (Quick Release Plate: Arca-Type)
    Head Type
    Ball Head
    Drag Control
    No
    Primary Material
    Aluminum
    Load Capacity
    20 lb / 9.07 kg
    Maximum Working Height
    60" / 152.4 cm
    Minimum Working Height
    5.5" / 14 cm
    Closed Length
    15.5" / 39.4 cm
    Weight
    3.4 lb / 1.54 kg
    Head
    Camera Mounting
    1/4"-20 Screw (Quick Release Plate: Arca-Type)
    Head Type
    Ball Head
    Pan & Tilt
    Drag Control
    No
    Independent Pan Lock
    Yes
    Independent Tilt Lock
    Yes
    Vertical Tilt
    90°
    Legs
    Primary Material
    Aluminum
    Leg Lock
    Flip Lock
    Leg Sections
    5
    Independent Leg Spread
    Yes
    General
    Load Capacity
    20 lb / 9.07 kg
    Maximum Working Height
    60" / 152.4 cm
    Center Column
    Yes, Faceted: Ballast Hook, Center Brace, Removable, Reversible
    Max Height without Center Column
    51.25" / 130.18 cm
    Minimum Working Height
    5.5" / 14 cm
    Closed Length
    15.5" / 39.4 cm
    Bubble Level
    Yes
    Weight
    3.4 lb / 1.54 kg
    Packaging Info
    Package Weight
    4.775 lb
    Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
    16.8 x 3.6 x 3.5"

    Peak Design Aluminum Travel Tripod Reviews

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    Will the plate attach to the tripod if you have ...

    Will the plate attach to the tripod if you have anchor links installed on the plate?
    Asked by: Joseph
    Yes, you can still securely use the Peak Design tripod and head with anchor links tethered to the plate.
    Answered by: Jeremy
    Date published: 2021-12-01

    Can the head be removed and replaced with a ...

    Can the head be removed and replaced with a gimble head?
    Asked by: Thomas
    Yes it can if you use the universal lens head adapter.
    Answered by: Zachariah
    Date published: 2022-01-30

    Has anyone used this tripod and the adapter with ...

    Has anyone used this tripod and the adapter with a fluid head? If so, is the tripod stable enough to shoot action sports video?
    Asked by: Shawn
    The tripod can hold plenty of weight on its on own, so you can use the Universal Head Adapter and a fluid head with a flat base on it. We recommend using a leveling base in addition to the fluid head of your choice to take into account any uneven surfaces. One such base is the Oben LH-2510 Leveling Base Head, BH # OBLH2510. https://bhpho.to/37yxTRx
    Answered by: Kirk
    Date published: 2020-11-29

    Where is this produced?

    Where is this produced?
    Asked by: ¿¿
    This would be manufactured in China.
    Answered by: David
    Date published: 2020-11-26

    Is there a tension adjustment for the ball head?

    Is there a tension adjustment for the ball head?
    Asked by: Helen
    There is a ring below the mounting plate that you can use to adjust how tight or loose you want it to be, and you can squeeze it down pretty tight but I wouldn't recommend that. You should follow the manufacturer guidelines the max weight of the equipment it can hold.
    Answered by: Andre
    Date published: 2022-03-15

    Will this tripod work with a Wimberley WH-200 ...

    Will this tripod work with a Wimberley WH-200 Gimbal and a 500mm Canon lens on an R5?
    Asked by: Caren
    Yes, the Peak Design Aluminum Travel Tripod will work with a Wimberley WH-200. However, you will need the Peak Design Universal Head Adapter (B&H # PEUHDADPT • MFR # TT-AD-5-150-1).
    Answered by: Elliot
    Date published: 2024-03-28

    Could this mount a cinema camera like the c200?

    Could this mount a cinema camera like the c200?
    Asked by: Michael
    The Peak Design Travel Tripod (both carbon and aluminum models) has a weight capacity of 9.1 kg (20 lbs). So yes! :)
    Answered by: Peak Design
    Date published: 2022-06-13

    is this tripod suitable for the Nikon Z8 with ...

    is this tripod suitable for the Nikon Z8 with 180-600 lens?
    Asked by: Lille
    Yes, you can use the Z8 with Nikon's 180-600mm. However I would recommend a sturdy tripod. The Nikon 180-600 is a larger lens that would benefit from a more robust tripod.
    Answered by: David B
    Date published: 2024-03-28
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