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Thornfield HouseBenro FTA18CV0 Travel Angel Tripod Kit Carbon Fibre 4 Section Series 1
Our Price: £265.00
Product Code: FTA18CV0
Our Price:
£265.00
RRP: £370.00
Harrison Cameras, 112-114 London Road, Sheffield, S2 4LR
This tripod from the Travel Angel Series 1 will allow you to support up to 8kg. This compact tripod features reverse-folding legs which enable it to fold down to 43.94cm which makes it the ideal companion for travelling. When the 4 section twist-lock legs are fully extended, the FTA18CV0 reaches a maximum height of 154.5cm. Also, one of the legs of the tripod can be fully removed and connected to the centre column to create a monopod.
The legs are made from 9-layer carbon fibre and weighs in at just 1.54kg. Rubber feet and stainless steel spikes let you use the tripod on a variety of surfaces such as grass, ice, or wooden and tile floors. The rapid centre column has a hook on the bottom so you can attach weights for more stabilisation.
A V0E Ball Head is included with this Travel Angel Tripod Kit. It features seperate pan and ball locks and an Arca-type compatible clamp with a quick-release plate. A 90º notch allows you to quickly change your camera to portrait and an integrated buble level helps maintain alignment. The base of the head connects to the tripod via the 3/8"-16 thread and the included plate provides a 1/4"-20 camera mount.
Maximum Load |
17.6 lb (8 kg) Â |
Max Height (24º Leg Angle) w/Column Extended |
60.8 in (154.5 cm) Â |
Max Height (24º Leg Angle) w/Column Retracted |
51.18 in (130 cm) Â |
Minimum Height |
17.32 in (44 cm) Â |
Folded Length |
17.3 in (43.94 cm) Â |
Leg Sections |
4 Â |
Leg Lock Type |
Twist Lock  |
Quick Release Plate |
PU50 Â |
Weight |
3.4 lb (1.54 kg) Â |
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The lower section of one leg fell out almost immediately on using it. With a little help from an online video I worked out how to repair it so didn't need to return it. Am hoping this won't happen again as this was why I needed a new tripod in the first place! The tripod is exactly what I wanted - lightweight but not flimsy, the lower leg sections are quite sturdy compared to some travel tripods and it is very compact when folded. The twist locks are so much easier than my previous tripod flip locks. The three way ball head it comes with will be convenient for transporting and using outdoors, although I purchased another head for studio and macro use. It converts quite easily into a monopod and the centre column can be put in upside down for low level shots. Had no idea what the wooden ball was for but apparently it's for turning the monopod into a walking stick! It also comes with other accessories - a short centre column and spiked feet. Overall, happy so far despite the initial glitch.