Review of Leofoto LS-284C Carbon Fiber Tripod (travel tripod)
While considering options for travel tripods earlier this year, I came across the Leofoto LS-284C carbon fiber tripod and was curious about it. The combination of size, weight, and cost ($200) for a travel tripod was very appealing, so I obtained one for a trip that I took in February.
When folded, the tripod is a compact 17.5 inches long. It is supplied with a nice carrying case which is long enough to include an attached ball head. A center column is also included. Rather than permanently mounted on the tripod, the center column screws onto the mounting platform making it very fast and easy to put on and remove. In use, I found the center column to be quite stable. The tripod also comes with a spike set, tools, and a clip to hang from the platform to suspend weight. The carrying case was very comfortable to carry sling-style.
Some addition specifications according to the manufacturer:
Max height with center column: 60 inches
Max height without center column: 47.2 inches
Max load: 26.5 lbs
Weight: 2.4 lbs
When I used the tripod on this trip there was no wind. Exposures were five to six seconds long and I had no issues with tripod stability. If conditions are windy, I would probably suggest retracting the lower leg sections at least part way, if needed, since they would have the greatest tendency toward vibration. For my use on the trip, I used the tripod legs fully extended and partially extended. All of my images came out nice and sharp.
The tripod is easy to set up and the leg locks are secure. The leg spread is a bit on the narrow side when the tripod is at its maximum height, but I did not find this to be an issue. It does have three leg lock positions. The widest is at 85 degrees which gets the mounting platform about 2.75 inches from the ground, which is really nice for low shots.
I don't have other travel tripods to compare this one to, so I cannot comment on the features and performance of this tripod in comparison to others. I will say that I have been overall quite pleased with it so far, especially for the price.
Review of Leofoto LS-284C Carbon Fiber Tripod (travel tripod)
While considering options for travel tripods earlier this year, I came across the Leofoto LS-284C carbon fiber tripod and was curious about it. The combination of size, weight, and cost ($200) for a travel tripod was very appealing, so I obtained one for a trip that I took in February.
When folded, the tripod is a compact 17.5 inches long. It is supplied with a nice carrying case which is long enough to include an attached ball head. A center column is also included. Rather than permanently mounted on the tripod, the center column screws onto the mounting platform making it very fast and easy to put on and remove. In use, I found the center column to be quite stable. The tripod also comes with a spike set, tools, and a clip to hang from the platform to suspend weight. The carrying case was very comfortable to carry sling-style.
Some addition specifications according to the manufacturer:
Max height with center column: 60 inches
Max height without center column: 47.2 inches
Max load: 26.5 lbs
Weight: 2.4 lbs
When I used the tripod on this trip there was no wind. Exposures were five to six seconds long and I had no issues with tripod stability. If conditions are windy, I would probably suggest retracting the lower leg sections at least part way, if needed, since they would have the greatest tendency toward vibration. For my use on the trip, I used the tripod legs fully extended and partially extended. All of my images came out nice and sharp.
The tripod is easy to set up and the leg locks are secure. The leg spread is a bit on the narrow side when the tripod is at its maximum height. It does have three leg lock positions. The widest is at 85 degrees which gets the mounting platform about 2.75 inches from the ground, which is really nice for low shots.
I don't have other travel tripods to compare this one to, so I cannot comment on the features and performance of this tripod in comparison to others. I will say that I have been overall quite pleased with it so far, especially for the price.
Review of Leofoto LS-284C Carbon Fiber Tripod (travel tripod)
While considering options for travel tripods earlier this year, I came across the Leofoto LS-284C carbon fiber tripod and was curious about it. The combination of size, weight, and cost ($200) for a travel tripod was very appealing, so I obtained one for a trip that I took in February.
When folded, the tripod is a compact 17.5 inches long. It is supplied with a nice carrying case which is long enough to include an attached ball head. A center column is also included. Rather than permanently mounted on the tripod, the center column screws onto the mounting platform making it very fast and easy to put on and remove. In use, I found the center column to be quite stable. The tripod also comes with a spike set, tools, and a clip to hang from the platform to suspend weight. The carrying case was very comfortable to carry sling-style.
Some addition specifications according to the manufacturer:
Max height with center column: 60 inches
Max height without center column: 47.2 inches
Max load: 26.5 lbs
Weight: 2.4 lbs
When I used the tripod on this trip there was no wind. Exposures were five to six seconds long and I had no issues with tripod stability. If conditions are windy, I would probably suggest retracting the lower leg sections at least part way, if needed, since they would have the greatest tendency toward vibration.
The tripod is easy to set up and the leg locks are secure. The leg spread is a bit on the narrow side when the tripod is at its maximum height. It does have three leg lock positions. The widest is at 85 degrees which gets the mounting platform about 2.75 inches from the ground, which is really nice for low shots.
I don't have other travel tripods to compare this one to, so I cannot comment on the features and performance of this tripod in comparison to others. I will say that I have been overall quite pleased with it so far, especially for the price.
Review of Leofoto LS-284C Carbon Fiber Tripod (travel tripod)
While considering options for travel tripods earlier this year, I came across the Leofoto LS-284C carbon fiber tripod and was curious about it. The combination of size, weight, and cost ($200) for a travel tripod was very appealing, so I obtained one for a trip that I took in February.
When folded, the tripod is a compact 17.5 inches long. It is supplied with a nice carrying case which is long enough to include an attached ball head. A center column is also included. Rather than permanently mounted on the tripod, the center column screws onto the mounting platform making it very fast and easy to put on and remove. In use, I found the center column to be quite stable. The tripod also comes with a spike set, tools, and a clip to hang from the platform to suspend weight. The carrying case was very comfortable to carry sling-style.
Some addition specifications according to the manufacturer:
Max height with center column: 60 inches
Max height without center column: 47.2 inches
Max load: 26.5 lbs
Weight: 2.4 lbs
When I used the tripod on this trip there was no wind. Exposures were five to six seconds long and I had no issues with tripod stability. If conditions are windy, I would probably suggest retracting the lower leg sections at least part way, if needed, since they would have the greatest tendency toward vibration.
The tripod is easy to set up and the leg locks are secure. The leg spread is a bit on the narrow side when the tripod is at its maximum height. It does have three leg lock positions. The widest is at 85 degrees which gets the mounting platform about 2.75 inches from the ground, which is really nice for low shots.
I don't have other travel tripods to compare this one to, so I cannot comment on the features and performance of this tripod in comparison to others. I will say that I have been overall quite pleased with it so far, especially for the price.
