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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 TripodSpecs

    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
    4.15 lb
    Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
    16.5 x 3.6 x 3.6"

    Peak Design Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod Reviews

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    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

    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

    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

    Can you change out the head?

    Can you change out the head?
    Asked by: Richard
    I purchaed the universal head adapter and so yes, you can change out the head.
    Answered by: Gerry
    Date published: 2024-09-22

    No panning?

    No panning?
    Asked by: Lyman
    The Compact Ball Head on the Peak Design Travel Tripod does not have an independent panning function. For our first foray into ball heads, we prioritized space savings and a streamlined interface based around the most common workflows we saw in R&D and user research. Using the Peak Design ball head ring creates a unique and delightful workflow that is different than typical ball heads and we encourage you to give it a try without comparing features 1:1 with other heads. We are aware that the Compact Ball Head may not be ideal for the video-making community or folks who use panning in their photography. Because of this, we hope to have a pan/tilt video in our future product roadmap or an adapter that would work with this current ball head. Similarly, we are closely following feedback about panning functionality and it may similarly influence our development roadmap. For now, we have an add-on adapter that allows our tripod to be used with any 3rd party ball head using a traditional 3/8” screw. If you use panning frequently, this adaptor allows for the integration of that specific functionality. Additionally, we have seen some folks using panning adapters on top of our ball head.
    Answered by: Peak Design
    Date published: 2024-09-22
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