Is the F38 Quick Release Travel Tripod even better than the Zero Y from Ulanzi and Coman

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

Black Friday Sales are everywhere, but one I highly recommend is Ulanzi. This link will take you through to some amazing deals: geni.us/BpnzFp Does this improvement increase your chances of getting one? Or do you already own the Zero Y?

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

No it’s not. Because their Zero Y is. Best 2022 Tripod: Ulanzi + Coman Carbon Fibre Travel Tripod (Zero Y Review) kzbin.info/www/bejne/f4aVaKytaayjp6s

[@trevorbroad]

I currently use the PD plate on the Zero-Y because the opposite doesn't work, but the PD plate doesn't lock in place on the Zero-Y which makes me nervous that if I don't tighten it enough the camera will just fall out. For the F38, does the plate fit into the PD capture clip? If I can get the F38 plate working on the PD capture clip I will get the ballhead upgrade

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

@@trevorbroad yeah I hear ya. So your question is, does the F38 plate slot into the PD capture clip you’d put on your pack pack strap?

[@trevorbroad]

@@RalphMayhewPhotography yep exactly

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

Here you go mate, in case you missed it on the other comment :) kzbin.infoHiUwXRE6VfQ

[@ImagineVideoclips]

Is there a way to level the video head aside from adjusting the tripod legs?

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

Yeah totally. The ball head on top is easily manoeuvred to be level.

[@stevekirsch8284]

Thanks. I never would have figured out to pull and turn on the quick release lock to unlock it. the manual was horrible on this.

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

It’s frustrating when stuff like that happens, hey? Glad I could help :)

[@jennifermedia6288]

its s frigging good and now they have a plate that works with Peak design so it works with all, so yes its THE only base plate to get

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

Awesome mate 👍

[@ocarking1471]

Ulanzi is not true arca swiss. These ulanzi plates can go to other heads, but other plates cannot go on this head, even when the little screws are removed. My experiences have told me only go to real arca swiss. They meant professional design and makes life much easier. I have a couple of none arca swiss tripods laying around and plates are missing. I'm willing to pay a few hundred more for true arca swiss.

[@GarryBurgess]

Since you made my day with this improved tripod video, I subscribed.

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

Woohoo. That’s very kind of you.

[@motionactivated]

Fun edits on this one mate cheers

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

Thanks mate. I appreciate you saying that and noticing :)

[@TimDurkan]

Little bummed they released this a week after getting the previous model but isn’t that the way photo gear works? I like the tripod fine though it’s more of $200 tripod dressed up like a $600 tripod that sells for $350. I’ve put my Z9 and D850 atop and it’s a little shaky when extended to full length, less so when shortened. Good for tossing in the backpack, maybe not so much for scenarios where you need a more stable platform...

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

It’s always the way isn’t it -GAH!! Lol. I think your comment is very astute and on point 👏

[@AndrewJTakacs]

So would it be smart to buy the Zero Y and just add the additional parts to have the best of both worlds or is the newer one better?

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

The updates made have been made to the shaft and ball head. The tripod is the same. So it depends how much you will use the F38 system as opposed to the arca Swiss system 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@ViktorKotschy]

Great video Ralph. Is this quick release plate compatible with similar plate of Peak Design?

[@vonrunner]

I'm also wondering this. I have the Peak Design capture clip, and it would be awesome if the Peak Design plate worked on the quick release system of this tripod also.

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

Just checked and no the PD plate doesn’t fit in the F38 system.

[@multisportscott]

@@RalphMayhewPhotography bugger, I pre-ordered the F38 about two hours ago assuming, foolishly, that it would fit :-( Didn't see your video early enough! I bought the Zero Y on your recommendation and I am really enjoying it, chur!

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

@@multisportscott Oh dang it, sorry to hear it man.

[@multisportscott]

@@RalphMayhewPhotography Nah man it's all good, I'll work it out

[@felipemvera]

Can you fit two screws onto the lbracket from the wuick release plate

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

Unfortunately not is my belief.

[@vincentrichard2703]

I really enjoy the F38 quick release system, I use F38/Peakdesign plates so I can use Peakdesign anchors and Capture... But Ulanzi doesn't make any L plate including F38 plate ! I need a L plate as a school photographer to switch quickly between portrait and lanscape without Moving my ballhead. Do you know where I Can find a L plate I Can always attach on my Z6II with a F38 system ?

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

I’ve been challenging them with the same question. I sent them a design about a year ago now but I never heard anything back. It’s time for another go I think. Stay tuned.

[@vincentrichard2703]

@@RalphMayhewPhotography I asked them too... Yesterday ! Just hope a lot of F38 users made the same 😉

[@jd5787]

Check the Ulanzi UKA08. It's F38 compatible and allow you to flip your camera vertical.

[@joncothranphotography9375]

Cool review mate! Thanks for sharing!

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

Thanks heaps Jon. You're a legend!

[@ladydee3795]

Can the plate be attached directly to the lens? I had Ulanzy Zero Y, and sold it mainly bcs the plate would loosen up over time. I use heavier lenses like 70-200 or 200-600 mm

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

If you had a foot on the lens I’m sure it would.

[@IM-TEWE]

Very nice thanks for the review! 👍 is it possible to mount the Ulanzi U-190 Mini Fluid Head ... on this tripod?

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

Yes it is. You need to use the Zero ¼ and a step up thread from ¼ to 3/8 (supplied with the Fluid Head. A backup to this video showing you how is coming :)

[@Eericfong]

Thanks for sharing. Just wonder if my L bracket works with the F38 ball head as there are two screws at the end stopping further movement.

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

Thanks. I don’t think it would. My experiments have only seen the F38 clips and bases working with the F38 bracket.

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

This one might be a better option for you Best 2022 Tripod: Ulanzi + Coman Carbon Fibre Travel Tripod (Zero Y Review) kzbin.info/www/bejne/f4aVaKytaayjp6s

[@Eericfong]

@@RalphMayhewPhotography Thank you so much for the advices. I am thinking to get the Zero Y and change the center column to use my RRS BH40 ball head for Canon 5D3 with 2470/70200 setup.

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

@@Eericfong good idea. Make sure you check this out - it’ll be what you’ll need: Zero ¼ Centre Column (Review) for the Zero Y & F38 Travel Tripod from Ulanzi and Coman kzbin.info/www/bejne/jabSYqNpfJhnqJI

[@gregwest4649]

Is there any way to use the Peak Design anchors on the base plate (for straps) without having to remove them to mount on the tripod?

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

I think this should answer your question: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqvZiYBurbqVhZY 👍

[@nickcarneyphotography]

Thanks for the video. Will the quick release system work with the Peak Design quick release plate? Conversely, will the F38 quick release plate work with PD products like the straps? I assume so since you can loop the anchor connectors through the corners.

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

I just made a video about all the compatibility options and challenges. It comes out in 8 hours on this link kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqvZiYBurbqVhZY (which may work now??)

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

@Nick Carney, this may help inform you also: kzbin.infoHiUwXRE6VfQ

[@rlfisher]

Great review and great update to the U&C tripod. IS the ball head arca-swiss compatible (so I can use my L-bracket), or must their quick-release plate be used?

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

Thanks Roger. You need to use the Zero Y for comparability to Arco Swiss. These vids might be helpful if you’ve not seen them yet. Does the Ulanzi F38 work on an Arca Swiss mount? kzbin.infoTsXiMpredbs?feature=share Best 2022 Tripod: Ulanzi + Coman Carbon Fibre Travel Tripod (Zero Y Review) kzbin.info/www/bejne/f4aVaKytaayjp6s

[@rlfisher]

@@RalphMayhewPhotography Thanks for that helpful reply. So, this one will accept my ARCA-SWISS L-bracket. www.ulanzi.com/products/ulanzi-coman-lightweight-travel-tripod

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

​@@rlfisher It works for mine :) If you use this link I get an affiliate commission which doesn't cost you anything, and use the code for a 10% discount too: Travel tripod here: geni.us/soIK 💯 Use Code MAYHEW10 for a 10% discount. Thanks heaps mate.

[@KilozMedia]

I pre ordered it last week 😎

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

Yew!!

[@reflux043]

Can you buy the ulanzi zero y, then later if you decide, buy the f38 quick release plate for it? Or do you need to buy the whole ball head?

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

I’m pretty sure you’ll be up for the ball head.

[@capntonydanza]

So currently the zero y is 369 and the F38 is 344. Both on sale both retail for 399. Based on your video why would you not go with the F38?? So why is the F Y more expensive? Lol

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

I’ve no idea why they put on sale what they do when 🤷🏼‍♂️ but to answer your question, it’s about whether you want to belong to the F38 ecosystem which I imagine they’re using the sale to encourage.

[@ryanlam1988]

i currently have the zero Y and i see they are selling upgrade part which is the F38 ball and centre bracket. i wonder if i buy that, would it makes my tripod zero F38 or there are some other new upgrade in this F38 version on the tripod leg as well?

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

You are correct. It would turn the ZeroY into the ZeroF38

[@douglasstemke2444]

What would be the longest focal length you believe you would be comfortable using on this setup?

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

I use my Tamron 150-600 on here. I’m just careful if I have to leave it unattended and I allow for extra shake if the centre column is fully extended.

[@douglasstemke2444]

@@RalphMayhewPhotography That's interesting. I have a 150-450 f5.6 Pentax that I suspect is a bit lighter than that. Worth considering then. I was thinking it would max out on an 80-200 f2.8

[@pseudoryx9284]

@@douglasstemke2444 I'm using it with a Nikkor 200-500, which weighs 2.3kg alone. Definitely feels shaky at full column extension but if it's only extended a little bit I wouldn't mind leaving it by itself.

[@nelsonbustamante8756]

Does the center column fit the peak design carbon tripod?

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

I just made a video about all the compatibility options and challenges. It comes out in 8 hours on this link kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqvZiYBurbqVhZY (which may work now??)

[@IndiaDelgado]

Thanks for the updated review. I’ll be buying this today from your links? I hope they are affiliate links to support you! I just bought a sirui tripod last month as my first quality travel tripod but decided for use it as my tripod in my studio for my teleprompter so now I’m on back on the hunt. I’ve been really considering the peak design but for the price and all of the reviews I’ve seen, this is the one I’ll go with!

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

Thanks heaps champ. Yes they’re affiliate and your support means a lot. Thank you!! Here’s a video I made comparing the PD with the Zero Y. It’ll support your current thinking. Ulanzi Coman Zero Y Vs Peak Design Travel Tripod kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWmql4GZeKeJjq8

[@DocRock]

@IndiaDelgado freaking Ulanzi wont ship this to Hawaii. WTF

[@IndiaDelgado]

@@DocRock noooooooo! I can’t wait for mines! If anything ship it to me and I’ll send it to you!

[@realMysta]

Can you just get the ball mount? I just bought the zero y

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

I don't think so, but I can check if you want? Let me know.

[@simonsharky3880]

Excellent video. I see you have an L-plate. Can you mount your L-plate directly onto the Ulanzi F38 quick release head?

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

Only when you do as I did and attach the F38 plate to the Lbracket. I’ve asked them to make a compatible l-bracket. Haven’t heard anything yet though.

[@simonsharky3880]

@@RalphMayhewPhotography Just the info I needed. Thank you!

[@fatima_sk]

Can you remove the two little screws on the ball head like with Peak Design? That’s what allows the Peak Design to be compatible with L plates vs. their own quick release plate

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

@@fatima_sk I don't think you can. I just had a play and couldn't see anyway to release them. Even if you could the PD plate and an L bracket don't actually fit in the bracket. They're not thin enough at the point of contact.

[@fatima_sk]

So then it’s not an arca swiss compatible ballhead? That seems like a major letdown on Ulanzi’s part

[@arjuna207]

is there a problem at minute 3:24?

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

Nope

[@arjuna207]

so those cuts are intentional from 3:16 to 3:30?@@RalphMayhewPhotography

[@Team974]

Why is the f38 cheaper than the zero y on their website ?

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

It’s the pre order price. It’ll go up to the same price tomorrow or the day after.

[@careylymanjones]

"Is the F38 Quick Release Travel Tripod even better than the Zero Y from Ulanzi and Coman?" In a word, no. The last thing I need in my life is another set of proprietary quick release plates. The Zero Y takes almost any Arca Swiss plate, including Peak Design Capture Clip plates.

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

Glad we cleared that up then 😉😂

[@jorgejaramillomx]

So it's practically the same as the ZeroY? except of course for the quick release?, because it's cheaper than the Y.

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

Pretty much correct. the difference is the centre column. It's cheaper because it's pre sale. Will be cheaper till 10 Oct I think.

[@jorgejaramillomx]

@@RalphMayhewPhotography Thanks, I just ordered it.

[@AndysTV]

Zero Y vs Zero X which is better?

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

Zero y if you want a taller tripod. I’m pretty sure the X is very low to the ground 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@mctranchannel]

So Ulanzi tripod zero Y differ from ulanzi f38?

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

The tripod head. The Y is a standard arvo Swiss and the F38 is Ulanzi’s quick release system.

[@Martinez_Photos]

It looks like a Peak Design rip-off, but much better. Hmm, I may put my aluminum Peak Design tripod for sale and get this one.

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

I’ve got both and much prefer Ulanzi’s 👍

[@Martinez_Photos]

@@RalphMayhewPhotography I just got mine yesterday. My PD tripod will be put on eBay this week. 🙂

[@MIMCKMedia]

I think it's not a improvement when you can't use regular arca Swiss plates

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

That’s a fair call.

[@ladykay8]

" I have enough tripods (or any other gear) - said no photographer ever!

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

😂🤣😂🤣

[@BangMandor46]

good very good thank for your

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

Thanks for the encouragement mate 👍

[@deanjmoon]

An Aussie 🎉

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

YEW!!!

[@Joh146]

No, it ´s not better in my opinion. The F38 lacks on the possibility to use Arca Swiss and the possibility to take vertical panorams shots.

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

Fair call

[@mxtreme87]

Bullcrap. I have one it sucks. Obviously u all were paid to advertise..

[@RalphMayhewPhotography]

Nope wasn’t paid. Send it back mate. They’ll refund you 👍 sorry you had issues with it. Mines been great. It gets used everyday too.