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Gitzo GT2531EX 6X Carbon Fiber Explorer Tripod

BH #GIGT2531EX • MFR #GT2531EX
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Gitzo GT2531EX 6X Carbon Fiber Explorer Tripod
Key Features
  • Load Capacity: 26.5 lb
  • Max Height: 66.9"
  • Min Height: 1.2"
  • Folded Length: 25.2"
The Gitzo GT2531EX 6X Carbon Fiber Explorer Tripod uses advanced "Carbon 6X" carbon fiber material for its leg construction. This improved tubing is stronger, lighter, and as resistant as its 12-layer predecessor. Carbon "6X" is manufactured using a complex, 3-D process weaving 6 layers of carbon fiber into smooth, solid constructed tubes.
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Gitzo GT2531EX Overview

The Gitzo GT2531EX 6X Carbon Fiber Explorer Tripod uses advanced "Carbon 6X" carbon fiber material for its leg construction. This improved tubing is stronger, lighter, and as resistant as its 12-layer predecessor. Carbon "6X" is manufactured using a complex, 3-D process weaving 6 layers of carbon fiber into smooth, solid constructed tubes.

This tripod incorporates many new ideas in tripod design and offers extreme flexibility. It features individually locking legs that can be fixed at any angle from 0° to 90° and a column that will tilt from the vertical, right over beyond the horizontal and lock solidly at any angle.

The GT2531EX is especially ideal for outdoor macro and nature photography, when used with digital SLRs with 200mm lenses (up to a 300mm maximum), lightweight camcorders, or spotting scopes. It offers an excellent load capacity rating of 26.4 lb (12kg) and good torsional rigidity.

Anti-Rotation Leg (ALR) System
The Anti Leg Rotation (ALR) system makes it quick and easy to open and close the tripod. Simply turn all of the locking rings at once and the whole leg can be pulled out in seconds.
Locking Column System
The Explorer is fitted with a column that can tilt from the vertical, beyond the horizontal and lock safely at any angle.
G-Lock Design
The G-Lock mechanism has been completely redesigned in order to achieve a 20% increase in rigidity, faster operation and stronger, safer locking. G-Lock's special design also provides a "gravity lock" effect: the higher the load applied vertically to the leg, the stronger the lock.
Redesigned Upper Discs & Bolts
This tripod features completely redesigned upper discs and bolts. The discs, which are composed of aluminum, feature a safe lock material that reduces vibrations and improves head locking. The improved high-grade stainless steel bolt design prevents it from dropping inside the column when adjusted, and makes controlling the tread length stress-free. The redesigned bolts are also corrosion and oxidation resistant.
1mm Gitzo 6X Carbon Fiber Tube
Gitzo was able to develop a six-crossed multilayer carbon fiber 30 percent lighter than the previous 1.5mm generation that features the same exceptional performance of stability and vibration absorption and unbeatable quality.
Locking Angle System
The explorer incorporates individually locking legs that can be fixed at any angle from 0° to 90°.
Ballast Hook
Redesigned built-in, spring-loaded retractable hook on the bottom of the center column provides a place to hang a stabilizing counterweight such as camera, sand or water bags.
Removable Leg Tips
Removable rubber leg tips are interchangeable with Gitzo universal accessories such as the big foot, long spike, etc.
Rapid Column
Grooved rapid center column for improved stability.

Gitzo GT2531EXSpecs

Load Capacity
26.5 lb / 12 kg
Max Height without Center Column
55.5" / 141 cm
Minimum Working Height
1.2" / 3 cm
Closed Length
25.2" / 64 cm
Legs
Leg Sections
3
Packaging Info
Package Weight
5.4 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
31.3 x 5.2 x 4.9"

Gitzo GT2531EX Reviews

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question

Can it support a Tamron 150-600mm with gimbal head?
Asked by: Pat G.
I don't think the legs would have a problem holding that lens at all. They are pretty sturdy. The question is whether or not the head can handle that lens. You need to look at the specs for your head, it will tell you how heavy a lens it can hold.
Answered by: Susan L.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

I have broken a leg on my Gitzo GT2531EX. What do I do?
Asked by: Marina S.
You can go directly to the manufacturer (check their web site) and ask how much for the broken leg. They can be replaced individually by you. Expect a a hefty price so you may want to consider a new one.
Answered by: Jack N.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

What is the difference between the Gitzo GT2531EX 6X Carbon Fiber Explorer Tripod Legs AND the Gitzo GT2531 6X Mountaineer Tripod Legs?
Asked by: Anonymous
47)The main difference between the Gitzo GT2531EX Explorer tripod and the Gitzo GT2531 Mountaineer is the center column. The Explorer has a tilt-able center column which can be locked securely at any angle from vertical to horizontal. The Mountaineer has a more traditional center column. But, with the Mountaineer you can remove the center column and insert the upper disk directly into the upper casting, which allows for shooting closer to the ground and also would be ideal for using a Gimbal head.
Answered by: Christina S.
Date published: 2018-08-27
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