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Heipi W28S-Q 3-in-1 Carbon Fiber Tripod with KF50-Q Ball Head (V2)

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Heipi W28S-Q 3-in-1 Carbon Fiber Tripod with KF50-Q Ball Head (V2)
Key Features
  • 3-in-1 Tripod with Removable Parts
  • Load Capacity: 44 lb
  • Height Range: 0 to 59.8"
  • Folded Length: 17.7"
With upgraded leg and head locks, the W28S-Q 3-in-1 Travel Tripod from Heipi is a lightweight and compact system for a variety of shooting needs. Featuring three separate tripods all in one device, the main tripod and sub-tripod can be used independently for multi-cam or lighting setups. The detachable three-pillar center column and carbon fiber construction improve stability and help reduce excess vibrations.
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Heipi W28S Overview

With upgraded leg and head locks, the W28S-Q 3-in-1 Travel Tripod from Heipi is a lightweight and compact system for a variety of shooting needs. Featuring three separate tripods all in one device, the main tripod and sub-tripod can be used independently for multi-cam or lighting setups. The detachable three-pillar center column and carbon fiber construction improve stability and help reduce excess vibrations.

Ideal for both photographers and content creators, the tripod has a maximum load capacity of 44 lb to support heavy camera rigs but also features a built-in phone holder for simpler shooting. The tripod's updated KF50-Q ball head uses a lever lock system. The system is highly customizable, with three female 1/4"-20 thread holes making it easy to install accessories and a 3/8"-16 thread mounting ecosystem enabling tool-free attachment to third-party gear. With a folded length of 17.7" and a weight of only 3 lb, this tripod provides extreme versatility in a portable package.

Based on user feedback, the anti-loosening screw has been upgraded to retractable pins.

KF50-Q Ball Head
The Arca-type compatible KF50-Q ball head is a compact and versatile tool for the W28S-Q tripod. Its 360° panning abilities and audible click every 10° make precise adjustments easy, even in low light. The lever lock system uses a 90° top drop notch and bubble level to make it easy to get your camera in the perfect position on any terrain. Its built-in phone holder requires no additional tools, making this tripod ball head ideal for any creator looking to travel light.
Three Tripods in One
The W28S-Q features three height options for greater shooting versatility.
  • Main tripod with center column fully extended: 59.8"
  • Main tripod: 50"
  • Sub-tripod: 11.4"
Additional Details
  • Upgraded locking system with extended grips for comfort and ease of use
  • 1.1" foot spikes for improved stability
  • Optimized center column featuring improved gap structure
  • Included hanging clip for counterweights
  • Anti-loosening retractable pins for secure connection
  • Three 3/8"-16 thread holes for tool-free attachment to third-party systems
  • 90° top notch and built-in bubble level
UPC: 198715387933

Heipi W28S Specs

Key Specs
Camera Mounting
1/4"-20 Screw (Quick Release Plate)
Head Type
Ball Head
Primary Material
Carbon Fiber
Load Capacity
44 lb / 20 kg
Maximum Working Height
59.8" / 152 cm
Minimum Working Height
0" / 0 cm
Closed Length
17.7" / 45 cm
Weight
3 lb / 1380 g
Head
Camera Mounting
1/4"-20 Screw (Quick Release Plate)
Head Type
Ball Head
Base Mount
Flat Base with 3/8"-16 Female
Dimensions
Base Diameter: 2.0" / 52.00 mm
Legs
Primary Material
Carbon Fiber
Leg Lock
Lever Lock
Leg Sections
5
Foot Features
Spiked
General
Load Capacity
44 lb / 20 kg
Maximum Working Height
59.8" / 152 cm
Center Column
Yes: Removable, Split
Max Height with Center Column Down
46.9" / 119 cm
Minimum Working Height
0" / 0 cm
Closed Length
17.7" / 45 cm
Accessory Mounting
3x 1/4"-20 Female Thread
Bubble Level
Yes
Detachable Monopod
Yes
Weight
3 lb / 1380 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
4.28 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
19 x 4.5 x 4"

Heipi W28S Reviews

Pleasantly surprised!! Nice to see some new innovations and quality engineering for a change.

By Michael
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-07-16

Let me first say that I just received this product and have NOT used it in the field yet. However I testing it at home as I always do the new products. I own many tripod but I was so impressed the Heipi added some new features, functionality and physically light-weight and small footprint. I cannot wait to try this out in the field. I needed a well-made, light-weight for travel and this product could be my new travel pod. It weight 3 LBS including a very functional ball-head and water resistance travel bag. What is cool is the many design features that make this product stand out among the rest; - Very sturdy pod with a new center column which make using the column better for windy conditions. - Love the heavy-duty loop chord hanging underneath the center column to help keep the pod from moving during high-winds. - The rubber feet convert into spiked foot which I have not seen before. I usually carry separate spikes on the other pods. - I didn't think the Lever Locks would be robust but they are high quality AL and very secure. - Accessories 3/8" port are very welcome. Wish my Gitzo Traveler 1 had these ports. - The ball head was design with both quality and weight in mind and is a pleasant surprise how stable it was with 10LBS load. I have not experienced any creep when locking down the head under load. - My wife uses iPhone a lot and she saw the built-in Phone holder and really liked it. ( I may need a buy another for her use.) - Detachable Table-top pod is useful for very low Landscape shots as well as programming my cameras and vlogging. Nice to finally see some innovations in the Tripod space.

Stable travel tripod with an excellent ballhead

By Mike in Boston
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-05-20

I switched to this Heipi from Peak Design's innovative Travel Tripod because the ballhead lacked a panning feature and the center column was not stable enough for long exposures when it was extended. The Heipe solves both problems. The ballhead is large enough to lock in place securely, it can pan and it accepts ACRA- Swiss- compatible plates, including Peak Design's squares, Heidi's knock-off of that plate, and a Rogetti L-bracket. The retaining pins that keep square plates centered are spring-loaded so you don't have to remove them to use a longer plate. The center column is actually the closed set of legs for an included tabletop tripod, and it's much more stable when extended than most columns. And there are other neat features. For example, the leg fliplocks can be adjusted, the legs can be disassembled for cleaning. The only imperfect part is that the center column can be a bit sticky when you want to push it back down. All-in-all, it's the next generation of innovative travel tripods.

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What is the difference between the S and the Q ...

What is the difference between the S and the Q tripod??
Asked by: chris
The Heipi W28S S 3‐in‐1 Travel Tripod differs from the W28Q primarily in head type and load capacity. The S model has a ball head suitable for cameras up to ~4 kg, while the Q model uses a quick‐release plate system and can support slightly heavier gear, making it faster to mount and dismount a camera.
Answered by: Nick Y
Date published: 2025-11-30
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