Tripods for Professional Cameras
Vanguard VEO 2 235CB Carbon Fiber Tripod
The Vanguard Alta Pro 263AB travel tripod is a good quality and average price option, with a good weight and a good size for the road. It weighs 1.2 kg and weighs 40 cm in the folded position, which is comparable to most other tripods.
An effort has been made in the quick setup. In fact, a unique feature of this tripod is the central column rotation system that allows the tripod to be ready very quickly.
The 5-section carbon fiber legs are lightweight and sturdy, and professional tripod for video camera can support up to 6kg / 13.2lbs, which is convenient for most users. If your equipment is very heavy, this tripod may be too weak for you.
Some Vanguard VEO 2 models vary in weight, size and load capacity. I think the 235CB is the one that offers the best compromise between portability and load capacity.
Benro Travel Angel 2 Series Carbon Fiber Tripod (FTA28CC)
The Benro Travel Angel 2 is a rock-solid tripod designed for traveling. Made of high quality materials and 9-layer carbon fiber feet, it can support up to 14 kg / 30.9 lbs but weighs only 1.4 kg. Perfect capacity is assured regardless of the type of camera you use. Of course, if you use a small point-and-shoot, this tripod is a little excessive.
At 44 cm / 17.3 inches for its folded size, it is slightly longer than the other tripods examined here, but can still be considered a travel size. The difference is minimal.
One of the legs can be used as a monopod or even as a walking stick.
Such product quality comes at a Budget Travel Tripod , but here we are talking about a really strong, reliable and durable tripod. If you are on the road with a rather heavy camera and you are looking for a very good tripod that will not add much weight to your shoulders, this is a great choice.
MeFOTO Classic Aluminum Roadtrip Travel Tripod/Monopod Kit
If you are looking for a versatile and high quality travel tripod, the MeFOTO classic aluminum tripod is a serious option.
Lightweight (1.6 kg) and compact (39 cm when folded), you can easily accompany him on his trips and walks. It is a sturdy tripod capable of supporting a load of 8 kg. Supporting a digital SLR camera will not be a problem.
There is a carbon fiber version that only saves 0.5 pounds, with a big price increase! It's not worth it in my opinion. This aluminum version is very good.
It is not the lightest travel tripod, but it is still portable and rugged, even with larger cameras, which can be excellent depending on the equipment you own.
