DPReview TV: Travel Tripod Shootout (Manfrotto, Peak Design, Gitzo and Sirui)
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- čas přidán 10. 07. 2024
- A good tripod can be an essential tool for the traveling photographer, but when you're on the go size matters. This week Chris and Jordan review four great travel tripods from Manfrotto, Sirui, Gitzo and Peak Design that get the job done while still leaving room in your bag for your other gear.
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"I wanna work at Chilli's." PURE GOLD!! ×D
I was dying
Does Chili's exist in Alberta, Canada?
Honestly, I wish more parents were okay with their kids having attainable goals.
Chris’s sons have his father’s humor, very 😎
I cant give this enough thumbs up 🤣🤣🤣
I own the Peak Design Travel Tripod and have trekked hundreds of kilometers with it over the last couple of years. I do a lot of HDR photography so even with IS a tripod is an absolute must. If you are traveling internationally, flying, going through airports, then taking trains and buses and finally walking for weeks, day after day, carrying everything you need to survive on your back - plus your photo gear - the P-D is the only one. I looked at all of those other tripods, not even seriously considered.
When my OMD EM-5 and P-D tripod isn't nestled in my arm as I'm walking like a hunter carries his rifle, the tripod is tucked into the water bottle pouch of my backpack while the Olympus is clipped to a shoulder strap with OpTech Reporter camera backpack straps. Works brilliantly. You should try it.
The one draw back, and it is a drawback, with the Peak Design Travel Tripod is that because of the unique design of its integrated ball-head, when the camera is pointed steeply up or down you will find that you can become 'gimbal locked' in certain orientations and won't be able to point your camera where you want and keep it level horizontally. The solution is to install a panning base, but it's a 180-200g weight penalty. I pay the penalty because all of the other travel tripods are still non-starters in my opinion.
As for speed of deployment, for the P-D the fastest documented CZcams time is about ten seconds; however, with this one hack that hardly even matters: keep your camera attached to your tripod, extend two, three, or even four sections but with the legs folded together, then just walk around with your camera cradled in the crook of your elbow and the legs held in your hand or hands exactly like a hunter would hold his shotgun - it will *always* be ready. I take as many photos with my phone as with my camera so when I want to take a photo with my phone, or do anything else where I need two hands, I just fold out the legs and set the camera down, then when I'm done pick the camera up, refold the legs and continue on. If you're walking around town taking mostly handhelds, fold the tripod up and stick it back in the water bottle pouch on your photo bag. This all might seem very weird to you, after one day you'll wonder why you haven't always done it like this. You'll also find that you actually use your tripod a whole lot more rather than just carrying around dead weight.
The start of the video purely deserves a like
One of the primary reasons I'm interested in a light, robust travel tripod is up do landscape panorama shots. As I understand it the integrated head on the Peak Designs trips can't be used in that way as no axis can be locked while the others are adjusted. Seems worth mentioning in any review of this category.
Man this is the image quality I want. This video is so crisp. Beautiful
Very extensive review; wish I had this in mind when I was making my purchase before. Love that certain areas that are not commonly covered are taken into consideration - takes a real photo/videographer master to truly know their trade.
You’ve gained another subscriber in me, really good content and informative! Thank you 🙏🏽
Chris, you explain things soooo well. This was a great episode.
Best 5 sec cameo ever, and I'm not talking about Chris' children. Oscar worthy.
Absolutely fantastic video, in depth the perfect amount and really hammering on the important parts for usage. Great content.
Superb video, all the info needed with a pinch of brevity and humour .....more of this please, ‘nuff said ‘ !
Excellent review! Thank you very much for taking the time to make this!
This episode is amazing, so many great little comedic moments!!!
This really is a fantastic overview. I wish all product comparisons on CZcams were this well thought-out and succinct
Thank you! An actual comparison video and not a commercial
I love Sirui tripods. Been using one for the last few years.
Another great and useful review from Chris and Jordan!
So the vibrator has very little effect on Sarah...
@@MrKikoboy No.
Me thinks a truck rumbling by would have made a better vibrato and a better test tool or maybe a road "whacker" :)))
LOL
[LONG COMMENT WARNING] An entertaining review like always, btw the Gitzo should have about 1.45kg with the ball head and 1.05kg without it. Personally, I have used both the Gitzo 1545T and the Manfrotto Befree GT Carbon, also a few other tripods include in a Sirui Tripod and all for a decent amount of time.
To be honest, I hated the Manfrotto GT Carbon, it has a cheap plastic feel and has four incredibly huge problems:
- twist-lock doesn't fully lock up even after rotating many times, could rotate infinitely when trying to lock;
- the twist-lock uses a hard plastic finish with lots of edges that cut your hands;
- the ball head and center column locks are gripless and heavily rely on those things sticking out;
- the ball-head lock may be fast to use but for landscape photographers, it DOES NOT LOCK TIGHT at all and you can feel it when you press down the shutter of your camera.
I always had my doubts about Gitzo's price but after actually using it and using many other tripods, it is worth every penny I've paid. If you get used to it you could actually only twist your wrist once (yes, only twist once) on each twist-lock both when locking and unlocking and it actually locks up very tight and you know it is locked. If you have your camera sitting on top and you press the shutter down, you will (and I mean it) notice that your camera does not move down even the slightest bit and it does have a distinct feel from all the other tripods that are cheaper. Since I shoot a lot of seascapes, I've found that this Gitzo one usually gets a lot less sand inside the twist lock in comparison to all the lower-priced ones but it isn't the easiest to take apart and clean.
My old Sirui R2204 with G20kx ball head has been perfectly functional even being dipped in seawater and chucked in the sand for years without any servicing nor cleaning and still does a way better job than the befree GT Carbon, only that it is oversized and is indeed heavier. It has short twisting distance like the Gitzo, comfortable and thoughtful designs everywhere and it is worth the price.
i was gonna get the manfrotto 190 carbon fiber 4 section. i should ge gitzo series 1 travel tripod instead?
Tip: keep the traditional tripods unscrewed when having the legs upwards. This way you can shove em out in 1 sec once you set it up again.
Great video, love your style and the amount of knowledge you pack in.
This was a really awesome, genuine, human review, thanks so much
This was a very thorough and well done review, covered all of the main concerns. Super helpful for me as i decide which one to buy (as I had been looking at two of those that are in this video) THANKS so much!
We have two of the Sirui, but with a much better ball head from AS. It works very well and of the 10+ carbon tripods we have these are our go-to for actually having a tripod in our backpacks. That being said, we have two Peak carbon tripods on order and are looking forward to them as we "think" we will always carry them in our packs even if we may not necessarily need them. The Sirui is a judgment call and we carry them about 50% of the time and many times we kick ourselves for leaving them behind. As with any camera gear, the best one is the one you have with you. Great video!
bro i REALLY appreciate your scientific approach to finding the best one. you’ve helped me make up my mind. subbed 💯
Thanks for doing this, y'all are awesome!
Great video. I enjoyed the comparisons thank you. The color saturation was beautiful too
Them intros are the best. Keep it up guys!
This is probably my favourite tripod video.
Super helpful video. I have been looking at travel tripods. This helps a lot in that decision making.
Great comparisons - all important factors I would consider when buying a tripod
i swear i have never laughed out loud during a product review. thanks so much for that. hahaha
There is no try-pod, only do-pod...
Get your coat, the exit is on your left. 👈🏼
Ba dub tsss.
Womp Womp Woooomp.
Good one
lmao good one
I don't care about tripods, I Just came for Chris and Jordan
3 legged things tripods are amazing. Definitely recommend for price and weight. They can also hold way more weight than all these tripods.
You two give the best reviews on CZcams. I personally would buy the PD because of the size, form and weight factor. The positives far outweigh the negatives in my opinion.
I really enjoyed this one. One of your best.
Nice comparaison, very good video. Thank you so much! Hi from France 🌞
Haha this dude's kids in the intro instantly made my day better.
First time here this video was perfect my style of learning, humor! Thank you for making this easy for me to even understand. Im no photo nerd just here to shop for the hubby. You gave me insight and laughter. I will not be going with the Peak as my husband hates bending and hes a tall Viking. Im sort of in love with the Manfred Von BeFree!
Gitzo are behind the times, with my Benro I got a very high quality bag, full tool kit, two different length centre columns (long and short), spikes feet and rubber feet and a hook for attaching weight on the underneath of the centre column. Benro are brilliant and their carbon fibre legs are amazing quality.
Great review, and point well taken on height. I have a similar Sirui and got a lot of use out of it.
This month I discovered Peak design and just took delivery of the tripod. I have a hack that helps me use my original ball head and even my Gimbal while giving me a little more height and smooth pano ability. Using a 1/4-20 female to 3/8-16 male adapter ($1.50 from Amazon) on top of a PD plate ($19.95 from PD) to then mount the heads. These then quickly and easily mount and dismount on the original mounting plate. More options, very adaptable, smooth pano, more height while maintaining the original benefits including that unique ball head and compactness. (Pictures available)
Time to do an update guys and this time add in some features that matter to the mirrorless stills/video shooter - quick setup(leveling on uneven terrain), light and compact, useable fluid movements. Love your work😄
Nice video Chris, thanks for the review.
Very nice colors in this video, good job Jordan! :D
The truth this video has helped me to know a little bit of tripods that I could take on trips
Fantastic comparison video very helpful 💚
The PD has a split centre column now it's launched. It's also aluminium now even in the carbon fibre, which affects stability positively, not negatively. They said they don't have a D-ring plate screw because they don't believe it offers enough torque for the level of security they want given that their plates are the point of connection to the camera. Also at launch, there's an hex key tool attached to one of the legs. Just in case that's useful to anyone reading.
This was so helpful! Thanks!
Excellent comparison. Very very helpful
I have had a Gitzo GT1541T (predecessor to the one reviewed here) for many years now. I bought just the legs, & initially got the Markins Q3 ball head for it, but later switched to the Arca Swiss P0. The P0 being an inverted ball head design is brilliant with the Gitzo for me. With the P0 you can use the inverted ball as a 'leveller' & then use the rotating base, which is at the top (being an inverted design) for stitched panos, or video pans. you you can use it like a normal ball head when you need to angle the camera as required. Being an inverted ballhead, there is less risk of dirt getting into the ball/socket too. It's a perfect combo for me, & I paid a lot less for the combo than the price in this vid.
Great review though!
Great review. I´ll go for that manfrotto
Great Video, Manfrtotto is truly a great purchase.
I have the PDTT and it is amazing.
You can shorten the center column for low shots if you want. Watch their video on this. Also note that they actually have videos on use, maintenance, and repair of the tripod.
While mentioning extras, the PDTT also comes with a phone mount that stores in the center column.
I like the convenience of the ball head, but it is all or nothing. You cannot lock one axis and only work the others.
best camera gear reviewer in the game rn
A few years back I went into a leading London independent camera shop looking for a travel tripod. Can't recall which one I intended to buy but they recommended the Velbon UT43D II. After checking it out (they had numerous tripods on display) I bought one and I'm delighted with it. Cost under GBP100 with ball head, folds to 11.5 inches and comes with carry bag. It may not have a reversible centre column but for a travel tripod it really suits my needs
I realize this is an old comment; however, I received a Velbon tripod for my 21st birthday. I still use it today 39 years later!
Very helpful. Thank you. (And I don't know why but "Sarah" cracked me up. :))
I bought a set of perfect condition 1544 Gitzo legs off eBay for $344, with $10 shipping. Put on an Induro head off an aluminum Induro tripod, and LOVE the combo. I've never used a tripod that is so stable and yet so light.
Couple of comments if I may.
1. Fun and informative video as usual
2. The PDTT can have the screw swapped out to one with a coin slot or D ring for a couple of bucks. I did this to my cheap L bracket and what a life saver it has been
3. If you repeat the test please look at three legged thing and their range of tripods if only for the fact they actually give them names!!
Keep up the great work.
So informative! Thanks!
"Tripod vibration calibration devices." 😂😂😂😂😂😂
They certainly extended my center column
@@nilsl4189 🤣💀
Chris is all tanned up from his tropical Holiday 😁😅😁😄😅😄🤣
Best tripod review video.
OMG that vibration calibration tool.
I believe Peak Design has a video on a faster method on how to extend the tripod fully.
VERY informative funny and well filmed review! Subbed!
Great video!
really well done video. super useful and timely for me
For anyone thinking of the manfred, don't worry about the proprietary plate. I have the previous aluminium version and I just bought a replacement Swiss Arca compatible plate for the top. You may just need a dab of thread lock as the replacement plates don't have the same nubs on the underside like the og plate.
Hey DPReview can you please do a video on sliders? I want to buy one and would like to have you opinion on them.
I have the Peak Design and I really, really love it. It being so small when folded means I can just throw it in the water bottle holder on my bag without having to carry something separate. I'm also very short so the lower height at full extension isn't a problem for me.
I agree with Robert, I would assume that most can't afford that much for a tripod. I purchased a carbon fiber Bonfoto for under $125 and it has the same or better features than some of what you featured in this video. It has all metal parts, no plastic knobs, has a great carry case, etc. I'm not sure if you have already, but it would be great to have a video comparing tripods under $150. They will probably be knockoff names, but not everyone cares what brand name is on the leg, they just want something sturdy. That being said, you guys did a great job with this video and it was very interesting to see the tests and results. Let's see a budget version soon! Thank you for the great content you provide!
Best review , kudos.
adorable family lol with the hilarious intro good work lol
Nice & Thanks :) I like the Gitzo & love the Peak design :)
Great review!
I've both lever lock tripods and twist lock types and levers win hands down for speed and it's clear if they are locked out or not. No mistakes leading to a leg collapsing under load!
I agree and it's a quick one hand flick to alter the height if you are on uneven ground.
Amazing video! Love the nicknames, still hard to remember lol
I used the Manfrotto for a while and was not durable and it failed in the middle of a trip. So I moved to the Gitzo and in spite of the price it was a significant step up in stability in the real world. For me worth the money for durability and stability
Intro was hilarious🤣
Legit thought you were high on a mountain at 2:30 but then realized it was water. That’s my dumb moment of the day.
you and me both brother!
The Peak Design one is so much smaller than the others when folded - it really makes the case as a "travel" tripod. The others aren't too much smaller than a "normal" tripod. It's stable enough for most work other than really long/heavy set ups when you should probably be using a full-sized tripod anyway. It's the obvious choice for a travel option of these four.
*No!* The Peak Design is so instable! 😛I'd never buy it as my travel tripod! 😆
First video I’ve seen of yours. It was a recommended video. Really enjoyed it, learned a lot and had some good laughs. Key LOL moments for me “ I wanna be a CZcamsr but not talking about cameras. Cameras are boring” And “I want to work at Chili’s” 😂 and “tripod stabilization calibration devices” 🤭. Video offers incredible value to the viewer (me). Thanks!
This is so cool!
Useful review! thanks!
Glad it was helpful!
Liked at 30 seconds in, I wish I could like this video second time... hilarious
Great video! I am very happy with my Gitzo traveller tripod so watched this video more out of interest than anything else.
Nice review !! I personally use heavier Tripods , Thank you great work .
Great review thank you
Thanks for the review, as I was looking at the Peak Design. it is was interesting to not the problem of the height of the user. At 6'6" that is important, but you get used to lowering yourself in the pursuit of stability.
Thanks for a nice quick travel tripod introduction and review, it will be helpful to many.
A few comments:
- Peak Design: final design has the hex key neatly stowed on the tripod.
- Gitzo GT1545T: better (and cheaper) heads would be FLM CB-32F, or even smaller RRS BH-25; also re-check the weight, it's 2.34 lbs without the head.
- vibration test...interesting vibration contraption, helps to understand some times of vibration/damping, but a single larger thump on the camera rig or to a leg will produce some different results which are also important.
But sure, I realize this is not an exhaustive test, and so it is still a pretty good overview of four somewhat different tripods and price points.
Great review 👍 Thanks
I've been looking to conduct tests on my tripods to see how they compare to the ones you tested and would like to come as close as possible to the conditions you did so that got me wondering... what tripod stabilization calibration device did you use?
The world's most compact full height tripod deserved a spot here. The Velbon UT Super 8 is only 24cm but extends to well over 160cm. The Manfrotto Neotec 458B is the world's fastest deploy tripod although it is too heavy to be a travel tripod.
I agree with some of the comments below that a review of what I’ll just call “less expensive” or “reasonably priced” tripods would be both interesting and useful to a lot of people. I realize that there are compromises involved as the price is reduced, especially among heads, but I suspect there are some capable choices to be had.
Colors look great on this video
Great comparison! I’ve got the Gitzo (Guillermo) and there’s no way it only weights 1.05kg. You forgot to add the weight of the ball head which around 0.4kg. I’m backing the PD tripod and can’t wait for it to arrive. I was surprised you didn’t mention the lack of panning with the PD vs the other tripods. Tripods are a huge pain in the neck and I often leave mine behind only to regret it when I am on location. The PD might actually solve that but let’s see.
Great Review. Cheers from Wild Western Australia
Yes to another review comparison with heavier duty, greater capacity carbon fiber tripods.