Great review! I have the aluminum Manfrotto BeFree and it’s been trusty but there are a few things that it leaves to be desired. I think the Sirui ST-125 will solve. And if I’m being honest, the pure aesthetics of the Sirui are top notch! Thanks for all the info and insight.

@etchd_

2 жыл бұрын

Hi mate, thanks for stopping by. Yes I agree the Sirui is much better built and looks so much nicer as well. The Befree is a very popular tripod, but is getting alittle old in the tooth now ;)

Great in-depth review brother!

@etchd_

3 жыл бұрын

Yoo thanks mate! 🙏

Amazing review! Tnx!

@etchd_

2 жыл бұрын

Ahh glad you got something out of it. It really is a great tripod :)

Just bought mine thru b&h thru the daily deal, can’t wait for it to come in!! Thanks for the detailed review!

@etchd_

6 ай бұрын

Awesome to hear! I hope you get some great use out of it!

Subscribed. I love this review! It was very helpful in making a purchase decision. I'm on the West Coast of British Columbia and I spend a lot of time in rainy forests and by the sea. I wanted something that will stand up to the elements, is light enough to pack for hikes and mountain biking, stable, and functional. I ordered the ST-125 tripod legs (5 section version) from Canada and the ST-10X from the UK (ST-10X is not available in North America). While I would have enjoyed the added stability of the ST-124 (four section tripod legs), I opted for the more compact retracted height of the ST-125 (420mm vs 480mm). It's a bit unfortunate how the sales markets are bifurcated. I also ordered the optional Sirui ST-Z Short Centre Column for macro work. If you are looking for the four section version (ST-124) and are in the US, the AM-124 is exactly the same tripod but rebadged for Amazon and often comes in less expensive. As far as I know there is no AM-125 version. I did write Sirui support and they confirmed that "AM-124 and ST-124 are the same tripods". As mentioned, it seems the ST-10X is only available in Europe and Australia. The nearest North American equivalent is the A-10R ball head. It's fairly similar to the ST-10X but slightly lighter at 360 grams (and often also comes in a kit with the ST-124). The controls are in a slightly different configuration but has most of the same functionality. Nevertheless I wanted the ST-10X and by piecing it together myself, the kit came in at almost the same price as ordering a combo kit locally (including import tax and duty it was $20 more).

@etchd_

5 ай бұрын

Hey thanks so much for taking the time to watch! I'm glad you enjoyed it and got something out of it. It's a shame the models are a little different across the world, and that availability is limited for some regions. Glad you could find one!

대한민국에서 오늘 ST-125 +ST10X 조합으로 구매하였습니다. 리뷰 잘 보고 갑니다!

what are the differences, pros and cons between the st-10 and st-10x ball heads

Thank you very much

@etchd_

2 жыл бұрын

No worries my friend! hope it helped.

thank you excellent review. Looking at this tripod for my Nikon D750, with 24-70 or 80-200 lenses. This tripod is marketed at mirrorless cameras. Would it it be best to go for another option. Wanting light carbon travel tripod, with small closed size.

@etchd_

2 жыл бұрын

Hi mate, glad you like the review. I actually have a D750 as well with a 24-70 2.8 band it works just fine. I dont know about your 80-200mm lens, but it should be fine. They are rated at quite high weights anyways :)

Very well made review brother! All the details are well explained! I’m on the fence between ST-125 and W-2204. I use Sony A7iii and I need an allround tripod for everyday use for both photography and videography. Could you please suggest which one of the two would be more suitable for my needs? Thanks in advance!

@etchd_

2 жыл бұрын

Hi mate! So sorry for late reply. This one slipped the cracks. I'd definitely get this over the w2204. Having both I can say the newer model is far better designed and suited for your camera. Not to mention nicer to carry everywhere!

@sriramdinavahi

2 жыл бұрын

@@etchd_ thanks for the reply mate! I finally got the ST-124 and I’m enjoying it! It’s awesome!

Hi Matt.. thank you for the informative video. I know I'm a bit late on the boat, but I'm considering this tripod for my GFX camera. I mostly do landscape photography, so a lot of times near the beach. Do you think this tripod will do the job (considering the weight of a medium format)?

@etchd_

Жыл бұрын

Hi mate, so sorry for the late reply! Glad you got something out of it! I would say you are fine with this unless there was significant swell hitting it and you were using a super heavy lens. The weight rating is quite high but nothing beats pure size in the end. I think generally you should be ok!

So, does it hold peak design arca swiss plate or is it even smaller?

@etchd_

2 жыл бұрын

Hi mate, yep, ij have the newest version plate and holds it perfectly!

hey whats the difference between ST-124 and ST-125 other than the 4 to 5 section of the legs ? please answer ...thank u

@etchd_

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Andy, sorry for the late reply. As you said, the number of sections but also the max working height!

Just received the ST-224, the bigger brother version of this. Noticed the feet with retractable spikes have quite the substantial play or wiggle in them. Would this affect the stability of the tripod?

@etchd_

8 ай бұрын

Hi mate, sorry for the late reply! that is unusual! I can't say i have come across this issue. But it would definitely impact the stability. Did you sort it out?

Hello, did you have any problems going through airport security with this tripod in a backpack or carry on? I know the spikes are retractable but still attached to the legs. The tripod seems great but don’t want to run the risk of having to leave it with security (I never check in luggage). Thanks.

@etchd_

Жыл бұрын

Hi Fernando, apologies for the late reply! No issues at all, really, its no different than a hiking pole and people take those everywhere :) I never transport it on carry-on so haven't had an issue. Anything in checked luggage like that will be fine, but in your case i can never speak in 100% confidence for how the TSA officers feel that day!

If I had to chose between the Sirui ST-124 + ST-10X and the Manfrotto BeeFree GT XPro I'd surely take the Manfrotto. The 90° column makes all the difference (IMHO). True I either have to buy Peak Design's Dual Plate or Manfrotto's version of RC2 and Arca Swiss compatible plate or I have to buy an Arca Swiss compatible head for the Manfrotto. However this feature of the Manfrotto is unbeatable (most competitors who offer a similar feature are off centric). I think of the two options ST-124 or ST-125 the 124 is to prefer because less segments are better (IMHO). 🤔

Hows the explorer v2? Has much changed?

@etchd_

3 жыл бұрын

Stay tuned mate. Releasing tomorrow!

Hello Matt..I am going to get this tripod...but it seems that the ST -10X ball head has been discontinued by Sirui. Do you have another recommendation for that?? THAnk YOU!

@etchd_

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Helen! ha, this tripod is fantastic. Unfortunately, it seems in the states, you dont get to have the newer model heads. One of my other friends who lives over your way actually messaged me yesterday about the exact same issue. Which is a shame as the head is very unique and a main selling point. You might need to look at ordering from Asia?

@helencogan2187

2 жыл бұрын

@@etchd_ THanks MAtt…I will explore that option !!

I couldn't even get the st 125 with the st10 head..They said they dont sell it anymore and was told it comes with the K10 head instead. I think they are running out of production.

@etchd_

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Lee, oh right! That sounds strange. I will need to follow that up. Where are you based?

@armygreenfj3924

3 жыл бұрын

@@etchd_ Northern California.

Do you honestly find those tiny spikes useful? They are so small i bet they will hardly make a difference if you shoot seascapes with strong waves constantly smashing against your tripod.

@etchd_

2 жыл бұрын

Hi mate, haha you're probably right! To be honest I've not really ever used the spikes. I use a tripod less and less these days except for timelapse and occasional night shot that it doesn't really matter! I guess you can't have the perfect product

You’re an Ambassador, and they don’t mind you mis pronouncing the name? Its (Soo-Ray) Wise/ sage person is the meaning. Guess this is lost on some people? 🤔🙄😃😂🤣✌🏻

@etchd_

2 жыл бұрын

Hi George, thanks for the comment. Tomato tomato, I live in the land down under and we pronounce it that way here 😉