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FEISOL CT-3441S Travel Rapid Carbon Fiber Tripod with CB-40D Ball Head

BH #FECT3441SB40 • MFR #CT-3441SB40
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FEISOL CT-3441S Travel Rapid Carbon Fiber Tripod with CB-40D Ball Head
Key Features
  • Load Capacity: 44 lb
  • Max Height: 73.6"
  • Folded Length: 16.9"
  • Leg Sections: 4
The CT-3441S Travel Rapid Carbon Fiber Tripod with CB-40D Ball Head from Feisol has a load capacity of 44 lb, weight 5.1 lb, and extends up to 73.6" high. Its 4-section carbon fiber legs have twist locks to adjust their height. The legs reverse-fold around the center column and ball head, allowing the tripod to fold down to just 16.9". A ballast hook on the center column is available for adding a stabilization weight, and foam grips on the legs add comfort when carrying or holding, especially in cold weather.
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FEISOL CT-3441S Tripod with CB-40D Ball Head Overview

The CT-3441S Travel Rapid Carbon Fiber Tripod with CB-40D Ball Head from Feisol has a load capacity of 44 lb, weight 5.1 lb, and extends up to 73.6" high. Its 4-section carbon fiber legs have twist locks to adjust their height. The legs reverse-fold around the center column and ball head, allowing the tripod to fold down to just 16.9". A ballast hook on the center column is available for adding a stabilization weight, and foam grips on the legs add comfort when carrying or holding, especially in cold weather.

The included CB-40D ball head is compatible with most Arca-type quick-release plates, and has separate locks to control the ball movement and the 360° panning. A friction control knob allows for fine adjustments, and a safety lock prevents the included QR plate from being accidentally released.

UPC: 851308003114

FEISOL CT-3441S Tripod with CB-40D Ball Head Specs

Head
Head TypeBall Head
Base Mount3/8"-16 Female
Camera Mounting Screw1/4"-20 Male
Ball Sphere Diameter1.57" / 40 mm
General
Load Capacity44 lb / 20 kg
Maximum Working Height72.4" / 183.9 cm
Max Height without Center Column53.15" / 135.00 cm
Minimum Working Height17.3" / 43.9 cm
Closed Length16.9" / 43 cm
Diameter2.0" / 5.1 cm
MaterialsCarbon Fiber
Weight3.56 lb / 1.61 kg
Legs
Leg Lock TypeTwist Lock
Independent Leg SpreadYes
Leg Sections4
Center Column
Center Column Sections2
Center Column Extension TypeRapid
Lateral / 90-Degree Center ColumnNo
Packaging Info
Package Weight5.03 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)20.6 x 5.8 x 5.6"

FEISOL CT-3441S Tripod with CB-40D Ball Head Reviews

Excellent for travel!

By Mr. Jan
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-03-02

I purchased this tripod for traveling abroad. I like how light it is and how strong it is! I did remove the head and added another.

Legs Don't Maintain Tension

By Angelo
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2018-08-20

I have own this tripod for over a year and a half, and now I am experiencing great difficulty maintaining any tension in the legs. If I tighten the screws to the point where the legs are "stiff" and not flopping around, then the levers that control the different angles are inoperable. I have been in contact with the company, and they are very quick to respond with what needs to be done to remedy the problem. I follow their instructions to the "T" ( I downloaded the PDF files from the site as well), but I am not getting the results that I desire. Before this problem arose, I was extremely satisfied with this tripod.

Traveling Solidly With Carbon Fiber

By Krystal
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2018-06-12

This was purchased 1st quarter 2014. The tripod is a solid mainstay in my camera arsenal. It's larger than most when folded--measured 2' from top of plate to bottom, but can handle with ease a DSLR with a Tokina wide angle lens, or a Tamron 300mm telephoto in addition to an "L" bracket. It has been angled various degrees for those "tight & challenging" spots to "get that shot" and has held up graciously. The only two suggestions: an improved and more precise manual, and second, this may just be me unknowing or my particular copy, but even when screwed tightly with an L-shaped Hexagon Head Ball screwdriver, the plate still "wiggles" a little. Outside of that, I would definitely recommend investing in this tripod.

Love it now that I found fix for an issue

By Teresa
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2018-05-14

I researched adding a travel tripod for a vacation flight - this Feisol won!� My criteria was light weight (only 3.1lb) , minimal size to pack in an airline carry on as well as ease of handling for outdoor excursions, durable quality & versatility for all-purpose use.� Though I was skeptical of a brand with which I was unfamiliar, it made a good first impression: solid feel - smooth operation, extremely minimal weight... my only concern was that the ball head was overly stiff (with no instructions). After struggling with that throughout our vacation, I was ready to return it. I decided to take a closer look at reviews here on B&H to see if anyone else complained of this same issue and found this clue...� "the friction control only works when the head is LOCKED." I adjusted the separate tension knob while alternating between "release" and "unlock" positions of the ball head lock quite awhile. Finally, it released and could be easily rotated with a reasonable positioning of the tension screw. Wish these simple instructions had been included upfront.� But now I LOVE this tripod/ combo. It perfectly fits my requirements, supports a 70-200mm without issue, and it will be taking over for my aluminum Manfrotto as my general purpose tripod. Well worth its price.

Awesome travel tripod

By David T.
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2018-03-27

This tripod is excellent! I bought this for travel but was half-way considering saving up for a Gitzo. I'm so glad I went with this tripod. When the box arrived I actually thought that perhaps they had sent the wrong item because it was so incredibly light. It fits well on my backpack and I barely even know it's there. Another reason I'm glad I went with this tripod is the load rating -- 44 lbs! That's enough to hold my 5dm4 and a 70-200 f/2.8. Overall, this is a fantastic tripod and at half the cost of the Gitzos it feels just as high quality. I highly recommend this.

Travel Tripod - Feisol or Gitzo?

By Russ
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2018-02-17

I recently purchased the Feisol travel tripod after doing some research and evaluation of both the Gitzo and the Feisol travel tripods.� I ended up purchasing the Feisol and I believe I made the best decision.� Here are the reasons for my decisions:� 1) the Feisol is about 1/2 the price of the Gitzo (although price was not the main reason), 2) I felt that the standard ball head on the Gitzo would have to be upgraded as it does NOT come with a tension control; Gitzo does have a ball head for this tripod with a tension control but it is not standard (the standard ball head on the Feisol does have a tension control), 3) the Feisol travel tripod is rated to handle more weight and I found it to be a bit sturdier than the Gitzo (when comparing side by side) while its weight is about the same, 4) finally, the Feisol provides a bit more height than the Gitzo.� Overall, for me, the Feisol is the superior product although the Gitzo tripod is a quality product.

Center columns

By Gleb
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2019-03-09

No matter how tighten center columns are - theyll rotate when you try to on-screw head or anything on top of tripod. There is no any locking preventing center columns from rotating clock- or counterclockwise when you screw or unscrew head from tripod. I tried to hold the column with my arm - but this doesnt work well because column is rather slippery. Leg elements also rotating but that doesnt matter as much as for center columns. This is clear gap in design. Id mark:  - tripod size: 4 stars (too fat when closed) - tripod weight: 5 stars (as light as small Gitzo 1555)

Follow Up On My First Review

By Angelo
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2018-08-28

I would like to say, that Michael at Feisol is top notch. They are fixing my tripod at no cost, and found the problem to be user inflicted (which I plead guilty to). I recommend them and their products w/o reservation!

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Are there other ball heads that work well with this tripod? Will a pistol grip ball head work? I have used a Manfrotto pistol (early model) but it is too heavy. Thanks
Asked by: Anonymous
You can use any ball head, including pistol grip heads with this tripod so long as it has a 3/8 -16 fitting.
Answered by: Heather S.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

How are the legs set up. They seem to just spread without any lock and you have to fiddle in and out until they look level. Feisol site says nothing except the legs are suppose to lock at defined angle spreads. What am I missing?
Asked by: Anonymous
The legs do have locks. At the hinge of each leg are tabs that you pull out to unlock and push in to lock the position.
Answered by: Robert K.
Date published: 2021-05-18

Can this center column be bottom mounted? (Like ...

Can this center column be bottom mounted? (Like to hang your camera underneath, between the legs)
Asked by: Sean
Yes the center column of the CT-3441S is reversible.
Answered by: Kirk
Date published: 2021-05-24

The description says that it weighs 5.1lbs but ...

The description says that it weighs 5.1lbs but the specs say 3.1lbs, which is correct?
Asked by: Todd
The weight of 3.1 lbs is correct.
Answered by: Kirk
Date published: 2020-01-16

question

What is the outer diameter of all the leg sections? Thank you
Asked by: Jerome D.
Hi Jerome, the diameter of the various CT-3441S leg sections are 28, 24, 20, and 16.5 mm.
Answered by: FEISOL Expert
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

Can this tripod support a 300mm f2.8 lens?
Asked by: Agni D.
I guess it depends on the weight of your 300 f2.8 and the weight of your camera. I have used a nikon 200-500 zoom and this weighs 2.3kg + my camera weighs 2.3kg and works fine.
Answered by: ROBERT C.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

What is the outer diameter of each leg sections ?Thank you
Asked by: Jerome D.
Hi Jerome, the tube diameters of the CT-3441S are 28, 24, 20, and 16.5 mm.
Answered by: FEISOL Expert
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

Can central portion be removed completely and ball-head attached to the top of the tripod? In other words, what is minimum height?
Asked by: Alexei
this travel tripod can only be operated with a Center Column. However, an optional Short Column CC-2807 is available which brings the Minimum Height down to just under 8 .
Answered by: FEISOL Expert
Date published: 2018-08-28
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