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Peak Design Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod

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Peak Design Carbon Fiber 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 Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod from Peak Design. Architecturally inspired, and weighing only 2.8 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 carbon fiber. 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 Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod Overview

Photographers looking for a beautifully designed tripod with a great strength to size and weight ratio will appreciate the Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod from Peak Design. Architecturally inspired, and weighing only 2.8 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 carbon fiber. 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 carbon fiber construction
  • Folds down to 15.5", and weighs only 2.8 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: 818373021269

    Peak Design Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod Specs

    Key Specs
    Camera Mounting
    1/4"-20 Screw (Quick Release Plate: Arca-Type)
    Head Type
    Ball Head
    Drag Control
    No
    Primary Material
    Carbon Fiber
    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
    2.8 lb / 1.27 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
    Carbon Fiber
    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
    2.8 lb / 1.27 kg
    Packaging Info
    Package Weight
    3.2 lb
    Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
    16.5 x 3.6 x 3.6"

    Peak Design Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod Reviews

    Love the Engineering

    By John
    Rated 5 out of 5
    Date: 2025-05-06

    I went a bit crazy and bought the Peak Design Carbon Travel Tripod for a recent trip to Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada to take images of the Northern Lights. I already had the Peak Design Aluminum Travel Tripod, but I wanted a second quality travel tripod as my niece would be shooting with my Nikon Z8 while I used my Nikon Z9. The Aurora Borealis can be shot with lesser tripods, but knowing that the wind blows at night that near the Arctic Circle, I wanted and was willing to pay for another Peak Design Travel Tripod. The Engineering on their tripods still impresses me despite having owned the aluminum unit for over two years. Highly recommended!

    More for photographers than for video

    By David
    Rated 2 out of 5
    Date: 2025-04-23

    Bought this thinking it would be great for traveling (which it is, crazy light and small), but it's really only good for photography. It's hard to adjust for video when my rig is on it. Setting a frame for an interview works, but takes a lot of adjusting to get there. Plus it has a proprietary mount that uses an Allen wrench which is not ideal. It also does not get very high if your subject is standing. I was maxed on height with an FX3 + 70-200mm and still had to angle the camera up for a 6' male subject.

    See any errors on this page?

    Can this tripod hold Canon RF 100-500m lens?

    Can this tripod hold Canon RF 100-500m lens?
    Asked by: Amarpreet
    Hi! I think so. But it's best to ask B&H staff just to be sure. So far, I'm using only the kit lens 24-105 for canon R.
    Answered by: Sarah
    Date published: 2021-04-23

    Can a small camera such as the Sigma DP1M remain ...

    Can a small camera such as the Sigma DP1M remain attached to the head when the tripod is fully collapsed?
    Asked by: John
    Sigma DP1 Merrill Compact Digital Camera can remain attached to the head when the Peak Design Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod is fully collapsed.
    Answered by: Samik G
    Date published: 2024-12-22

    Would the Wimberly AP 500 replacement foot ...

    Would the Wimberly AP 500 replacement foot attached to a Nikon 500 5.6 pf fit securely on the head?
    Asked by: William
    Yes, the Wimberley AP500 quick release replacement foot will work with the Peak Design CF travel tripod. You will first have to remove the two small safety stops from the built-in head in order for the tripod foot to fit.
    Answered by: Jeremy
    Date published: 2022-03-13

    Does this used Peak Design travel tripod come ...

    Does this used Peak Design travel tripod come with a Peak Design PL-S-3 standard plate?
    Asked by: Gilbert
    Yes the Peak Design Travel Tripod comes with the standard plate.
    Answered by: Dan W
    Date published: 2023-09-19

    What are the 2 black screws on top of the flat ...

    What are the 2 black screws on top of the flat tripod head for?
    Asked by: Berklee
    The two black screws on the top of the Peak Design Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod are safety stops to prevent to prevent a quick-release plate from accidentally sliding off the head.
    Answered by: Boyd H
    Date published: 2025-03-25

    It is feasible to use a 500mm lens on this, ...

    It is feasible to use a 500mm lens on this, weight wise?
    Asked by: Susie
    I don't know if I would put a prime 500mm lens on this tripod, maybe a zoom to 500mm but not a prime. I don't think it is robust enough for such a heavy and costly lens.
    Answered by: Rob
    Date published: 2020-12-04

    Is the mount compatible with the peak design dual ...

    Is the mount compatible with the peak design dual plate v2?
    Asked by: Stephen
    Yes, but it only fits sideways (if you consider the bubble level the front/back). If you shoot in portrait orientation the 3 legs on the head limit the panning range of motion. If you plan to shoot a lot in portrait I would go for the regular peak design plate (which comes with the tripod).
    Answered by: Marius
    Date published: 2023-11-22

    Can this fit INSIDE the peak design 20l everyday ...

    Can this fit INSIDE the peak design 20l everyday backpack or only outside?
    Asked by: Tony
    I’m sorry I don’t have the Peak Design Backpack you referenced. However, most of the pics I’ve seen show the tripod inside of it’s bag and sitting inside of the pouch on the outside of the backpack with a Peak Design Strap attaching it securely to the backpack.
    Answered by: Eugene
    Date published: 2020-09-06
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