My Travel Tripod - Best Thing I've Ever Bought

[@theschoolofphotography]

Good and bad news guys! Been in touch with Benro and they currently no longer make a flat tripod which is a big mistake in my opinion. The good news is they have released an upgraded version of this tripod which is available in the UK, US and rest of the world. Link in the description of this video. 😊

[@KevFPV]

Best unboxing ever ;-)

[@theschoolofphotography]

Cheers Kevin 👍😊

[@fathom50]

Love the unboxing. Should be standard approach for any product review.

[@theschoolofphotography]

😊👍

[@andrewchan4264]

2.2kg is very heavy for a tripod! You seemed to have trivialised the weight. When you travel, you want to be as light as possible. Every half a kg makes a difference! (Any surprise why many have made the switch to mirrorless cameras?) There are many other better lightweight tripods out there. Even for every day, non-travel use, I wouldn't carry 2.2kg around.

[@theschoolofphotography]

Hi Andrew, I've took that weight around for years, not a problem for me. Get down the gym and save yourself a few quid. Thanks 😊

[@EduardoMendozaPhoto]

Nice video. Carbon fiber is not just a weight advantage, it has better vibration absorption, stability and cold temperatures properties.

[@brianbrooking496]

edmendoza photography like all physics it depends on numerous variables. Coefficient of restitution, excitation frequency (resonance), initial vibration magnitude (clumsy handling), terrain it’s planted on, weather, temperature to name but a few. The point is, what is best for you and your photography and budget.ideally I’d like to buy an expensive more sturdy tripod than my current. However with a a 2 sec timer, I have pin sharp images.or I could just get a remote. What tripod do you use and under what conditions, studio v landscape/outdoors? Give me your feedback as I’m in market for a new tripod and would love to hear about your model and results.maybe share some of your pics?

[@hansmoser162]

@@brianbrooking496 My choice was a Sirui T024SK. Carbon fiber (what else for a TRAVEL tripod?) and its weight is 994g including Arca compatible ballhead. It's sturdy enough to hold my EOS RP with 300/4 with low vibration. Only the middle column shouldn't be extended more than half. Prive was under 200€ in germany. Regards.

[@DeamondTownsend]

Thank you Marc. Another brilliant youtube

[@theschoolofphotography]

Very welcome

[@dovidell]

The biggest dilemma for me in choosing a travel tripod was choosing a light ( weight ) and low (height) model , or going for a slightly heavier model that was taller - in the end , I opted for the latter .So many people think that because you are willing to lug around such gear , you must be a pro ( especially if you are willing to use it in water ( for waterfall pictures etc) ) . One thing for folk wishing to buy any type of tripod , is the weight the are going to put on it ( camera body and lens etc) .I actually wrecked my last tripod because it wasn't designed for a DSLR body and heavy nature lens - ooops !!. BTW , SOME travel tripods have spikes you can screw into the tripod legs for extra stability in ( soggy) ground , which is also something to look out for

[@newtonsantos_photo963]

Marc, you took great about the dilemma of Tripod Weight 😅 I loved the "Sand Bag" carrying comparison! Thanks for this review on personal terms. See ya, blue skies, be safe 🤙🏻📷🍀

[@LiterallyAnika]

Thanks for the review! Who knew looking for a tripod would be this difficult haha

[@theschoolofphotography]

I know! 😊 thanks for the comments 👍

[@edimarquescharana5881]

The unboxing was cool! ahah Is it still a good tripod to buy nowadays? Can you inverse the central column for macro? Cheers!

[@alvinmorris5404]

I really enjoy that sometimes bitting sense of humor! 😂 that combined with the sarcastic sounding chipmunk impressions gave me the laughter I needed! I always appreciate the straightforward way you share the information and the demonstrations you are indeed a great educator the off the wall humor is a bonus 😆👍 Thank you.

[@theschoolofphotography]

Thanks Alvin 👍

[@magdacronje2222]

Awesome,cool tripod,with a magic fold up trick amongst other compact practical advantages....

[@theschoolofphotography]

It sure is!

[@eastwind3550]

Thank you very much

[@theschoolofphotography]

You're welcome 👍

[@ToastandJam52]

A quick search of US camera stores shows this tripod as no longer available. Nevertheless, I have a stupid question: Could the extension piece be used as a "selfie stick" (I hate that term)? I am thinking that it could, at a pinch, be used in place of a gimbal.

[@ToastandJam52]

Looks like this is the replacement: FTA18AB0 Travel Angel Tripod with Ballhead www.benrousa.com/products/benro-fta18ab0.aspx

[@theschoolofphotography]

Hi, thanks for sharing this link with people. I think it may be a smaller version of the one I show in the video and it doesn't pack flat. Check first before buying. As for the selfie stick thing, yes I thought the same thing :) It won't work like a gimbal though. Thanks again 👍

[@paganphil100]

That's the best "un-boxing" I've ever seen.....much better than waiting for 10 minutes while someone shows us how to open a cardboard box and then spends 5 minutes talking about the contents :-)

[@CTCmartin]

Great product but can't get it try any of your links not very useful to anyone living in Ireland 😥

[@theschoolofphotography]

Hi the links are working and will take you to the upgraded version of this tripod. Hope that helps 😊

[@CTCmartin]

The School of Photography ... thanks for your speedy reply but they still won't send it directly here in Wexford but I do appreciate you bothering to answer me😃👍

[@theschoolofphotography]

Hi Martin, that might be because it's the UK link. Try copying and pasting the product name into the Ireland amazon site and see if they've got it. You never know. Good luck.

[@CTCmartin]

We don't have a Amazon Ireland just have to take what Amazon UK can be bothered to send across the water it's a nightmare but never mind, thanks for your kind help, love your site keep up the amazingly good work, that also caters for beginners and idiots like me🤗

[@willswomble7274]

Cheap ryanair one way ticket?

[@CarlosMenciaTT]

You got a like for the unboxing.

[@jjccllgg]

Thank you for your video! Try the Vanguard 235AB

[@xXUnrulyXx]

While the weight of the tripod in and of itself isnt a lot.. when you actually pack for hikes and or camping etc.. literally every ounce counts. and it becomes cumulative. a few kilo's here a few kilos there, and it gets out of hand quickly. If the camera you mention in the e.g. is 5kilos, and the tripod is almost 3 kilos.. thats 8 right there, throw in some spare batteries, maybe another lens, what if you have a 70-200 f2.8 (like me?) thats another 3 kilos.. I agree tho, 100% i'd rather carry a lighter camera, than lighten the weight on the tripod thats gonna hold it up for me when needed. also. about the sand bag use.. you dont actually carry around a full bag of sand.. you carry an empty bag, and fill it on location.. stumbled across this video researching this tripod.. still on the fence about it tho. good vid cheers

[@1AFVeteran]

HA! This is the best unboxing video I've ever seen!

[@theschoolofphotography]

👍🏼

[@alannorthdevonuk763]

Tripod buying is a quite confusing process as there is so much choice from ultra-cheap to well-known budget brands (Newer and C&F Concept?) then to Vanguard and beyond; I found choosing a camera much simpler. Out of interest, after three years are you still using this tripod?

[@carolineandtigger]

Very nice. We learned a lot today. Thank you.

[@theschoolofphotography]

Glad you liked the video 👍

[@TheDavcoll]

being very arthritic , every grm counts, I am having to come down in camera size as it is,but rather than pack up this game I will pack up watching your channel.

[@theschoolofphotography]

You missunderstood the video but thanks for watching anyway

[@TheDavcoll]

I quote "If you can't carry 2 kilograms around just pack this game in and go home" Thanks for the advice but while I am able I will continue with this game.

[@TheDavcoll]

Just out of interest I have watched literally hundreds of youtube videos and this is the very first time I have left a negative comment.

[@theschoolofphotography]

@@TheDavcoll hi, if you have a heavy camera it will need a heavy tripod. Simple as that. Again, thanks for watching and the comments.

[@jjccllgg]

Traveling around the world. I use the VANGUARD 235AB. Love it! and thanks for your video!

[@theschoolofphotography]

You're welcome 👍

[@garyroach2000]

I hate unboxing videos. What's the point? Love the way you did it though. I also use a Benro tripod for travel. Although these days lots of brands would do. And a RRS BH40 head.

[@theschoolofphotography]

Thanks, appreciate the comments and glad it helped 😊

[@ntag411]

Dang, perhaps the most sensible basic ideas of any tripod.

[@Paul_Weedon]

Loved the review, I am looking for a new tripod so timing was perfect.

[@theschoolofphotography]

Thanks, glad you like it :)

[@user-tj1el9uo1m]

I have been searching for a good tripod for more than a year and I gave it up. there are too many species and I was very afraid to buy me a wrong one. ps great video;)

[@theschoolofphotography]

Thanks 👍

[@LiterallyAnika]

haha I feel you there!!

[@keen99]

Thanks for the review, but i will never ever again own a tripod with twist leg locks...those things are God awful.

[@theschoolofphotography]

thanks for sharing

[@dovidell]

It's not a purchase , it's an investment !!.My last tripod lasted well over 10 years , and I expect my present one to age just as gracefully - so do the maths , and do the research , and see how much the tripod is REALLY costing you ( per year )

[@LA-ph6hh]

Loved the tripod....until I saw the price, nearly choked, I'll stick with my Manfroto, £18 off eBay and a monopod lol can you review a tripod more realisticly priced, otherwise I'll have to stick with my natural travel tripod i.e. a wall, a table, a chair, a rock lol

[@madcat1007]

You havin' a giraffe??

[@surj1t]

“If you can't carry 2kg around with you then just pack this game in and go home” - brilliant

[@philipedwardcaddick4294]

This is probably Benbo reaction to uk leaving the EU

[@philipedwardcaddick4294]

I had a Benro 1 , I bought it second hand for £65 but it weighed a ton , unfortunately I ended up having to sell my photography gear at one time but I started up again and I bought a cheap travel tripod but I added a boom to it so I could use it for macro photography

[@LeeRatcliffe]

5D4 & 24-105 is not 5kg!! More like 1.5kg!!

[@theschoolofphotography]

Well done sherlock 😁

[@stevelink21]

Nice video, but it appears to me that the “hook” of this tripod is that it folds flat...My main criterion is Stability. I recently came across a fantastic travel tripod by Leofoto...the LN-254CT carbon fiber tripod...It has a superb ball head with some outstanding features: A panoramic Head is included! Also, each knob/control is a different shape and/texture, which minimizes the possibility of unintended adjustments! Also, it’s 10x carbon fiber, with a maximum payload of 22lbs. Thank you.

[@sanramondublin]

i like you, do you realy want me to believe , you are not selling that tripot?

[@BobK58]

Not impressed.

[@Daymasteran]

i have a peak design travel tripod i think its better

[@HERCULES0070]

$250 WHAT? I That's Half The Price Of My Canon eos m50.