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SmallRig AP-02 Lightweight Aluminum Travel Tripod with Arca-Type Ball Head

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SmallRig AP-02 Lightweight Aluminum Travel Tripod with Arca-Type Ball Head
Key Features
  • Load Capacity: 17.6 lb
  • Maximum Height: 62.6"
  • Minimum Height: 16.9"
  • Folded Length: 20.9"
The AP-02 Lightweight Aluminum Travel Tripod from SmallRig is a versatile and compact travel tripod with a load capacity of 17.6 lb and a maximum height of 62.6". It weighs only 2.54 lb and folds down to a length of 20.9", making it easy to pack in a backpack and carry to any location it might be needed. The lightweight aluminum legs and center column have a faceted shape for added strength and rigidity.
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SmallRig AP-02 Overview

The AP-02 Lightweight Aluminum Travel Tripod from SmallRig is a versatile and compact travel tripod with a load capacity of 17.6 lb and a maximum height of 62.6". It weighs only 2.54 lb and folds down to a length of 20.9", making it easy to pack in a backpack and carry to any location it might be needed. The lightweight aluminum legs and center column have a faceted shape for added strength and rigidity.

The included ball head has a locking lever for making fast adjustments plus an independent locking knob of its panoramic base. It has an Arca-type quick release clamp with classic locking knob and includes a quick release plate. The ball head also has two bubble levels for precise positioning.

  • Removable, reversible center column for inverted shooting
  • Center column ballast hook for added stability
  • Independent leg spread
  • Locking leg angles: 23-, 55-, and 80°
  • Flip-lock joints for fast setup
  • Spiked steel feet with rubber foot covers
  • Folded storage diameter: 1.96"
  • 1/4"-20 threaded accessory mount for monitor or microphone

SmallRig AP-02 Specs

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
17.6 lb / 8 kg
Maximum Working Height
62.6" / 159 cm
Minimum Working Height
16.9" / 43 cm
Closed Length
20.9" / 53 cm
Weight
2.54 lb / 1.15 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 and 1/4"-20 Female
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
4
Independent Leg Spread
Yes
Leg Positions
3 Positions
Foot Features
Removable, Spiked
General
Load Capacity
17.6 lb / 8 kg
Maximum Working Height
62.6" / 159 cm
Center Column
Yes (Faceted): Ballast Hook, Removable, Reversible
Max Height with Center Column Down
51.2" / 130 cm
Minimum Working Height
16.9" / 43 cm
Closed Length
20.9" / 53 cm
Accessory Mounting
1x 1/4"-20 Female Thread
Bubble Level
Yes
Weight
2.54 lb / 1.15 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
3.055 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
21.6 x 3 x 2.6"

SmallRig AP-02 Reviews

Defective Ball Head.

By Bob
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2026-02-11

Ball head arrived messed up. Won't tighten.

I love this thing

By Anthony
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-03-12

I’ve owned a lot of travel tripods that just didn’t fit the bill. This one is compact, light, sturdy, inexpensive, and has very simple operational mechanisms. It is very well built and is holding up nicely. At $100 this is a great buy. It’s great when I don’t want to lug around my giant RRS and Acratype Ball Head and Leveler.

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