Just bought mine earlier today for $116 USD on Amazon... and then I saw your video. But at least it confirmed I made the right decision. While I did a bit of research on my own, the thing that initially sold me on this tripod is that Simon d'Entremont uses this model as his travel tripod. If it's good enough for him it most certainly is good enough for me. Nice video and review, and I enjoyed the outtakes. I like someone that doesn't take himself too seriously.

Just got one. Thanks for the video.

Looks like a great bit of kit and great value to thanks for sharing

love the outtakes!

@OliverHerbold

3 жыл бұрын

I knew you would, thank you very much!

Like the price -- will be anxious to see your real-life review! I like your t-shirt with code for drinking coffee - just need to add a decision branch that allows you to decide on a light roast, medium roast, or dark roast! :-) Hope you are doing well, Oliver and I have been looking forward to your videos!

@OliverHerbold

3 жыл бұрын

Haha, I'm not that picky, as long as it is a good coffee Gary 😊 All good on my side, just waiting for an opportunity to bring the little one to a real life test...

Good review. I like that it’s 3 twist locks per leg instead of 4. I have a Benro with 4 twist locks per leg and it’s a nightmare. You might think That it’s just one extra twist, but it makes the last section very thin and three I can undo with one hand but the 4th one needs extra work. I’ve ordered one of these.

I was given an Induro tripod as a gift about eight years ago. It's taken a beating over the years, but it's never failed me. I do like the Sirui monopod option. Certainly saves you the trouble of having two separate systems to tote around. But the main reason I've not bought a new one is the price. These are not inexpensive. Thanks for sharing!

@OliverHerbold

3 жыл бұрын

When you are happy with what you already have, then there is no need for something new. I do like the flexibilty od this Sirui but the main reason was that I needed a compact tripod for my travels, in addition to the ones I already have... It's about having the right tool for the job ;)

Grt review sir

@OliverHerbold

3 жыл бұрын

I'm very glad you like it, thank you very much!

I look forward to your "in field" testing report as I am looking for a new Traveler type tripod... PS: I can relate to the selling a kidney statement LOL.... I only have one left and the remaining one isn't worth a tripod LMAO...

@OliverHerbold

3 жыл бұрын

Please give me a bit more time Les, I need to finish a few other projects first. However, in your case I would strongly advise against selling the remaining organ ;)

@lesboucher542

3 жыл бұрын

@@OliverHerbold LMAO... It just means, that I am heavier on one side and walk around in circles a lot... ;)

Solid tripod 👍

@OliverHerbold

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed Serge. For a small travel tripod it is a really nice bit of kit.

great video my friend, i was looking for a in depth first impressions video and it really is the best i have found. Solved any questions i had. Im about to grab this one or the benro FIF28AI1, which do you suggest? Im an amateur photographer and i want a tripod for urban, landscape, architecture mainly, so i carry it a lot and want quick access to landscape and portrait side and those 2 are those i like the most. Again, great work on this one!

@OliverHerbold

Жыл бұрын

Sorry I missed your comment Ryan - and thanks for your kind words. I never worked with the Benro, so a suggestion isn't really possible. But I guess you made your choice already. Which one did you get?

I have a sirui travel tripod. Smaller than yours. It’s just ok. A little hard to use. I have an acratech ballhead on it and that helps.

@OliverHerbold

3 жыл бұрын

I still haven't had the opportunity to really bring it to the test in real life. The head it came with is the Sirui E-10, a small one and I will check it out intensely. Just give me some more time please... 😉

thanks for the review. After months of using it, how is it doing with the stability especially in the wind and for long exposure photography?

@OliverHerbold

2 жыл бұрын

In short, it is a versatile little tripod and works very well. But... The smaller size comes always with a reduced stability. Especially in strong wind I either work lower (not fully extended) or try to put some weight on it to increase stability. I always ask myself, do I need stability or compactness and reduced weight. Then I choose which tripod I will use that day. I hope that helps.

@v1ceCSGO

2 жыл бұрын

@@OliverHerbold thank you Oliver! i just bought this tripod on BF sale. Hoping that it will be good enough. Well i guess no one should really use any tripod in very strong wind

@OliverHerbold

2 жыл бұрын

@@v1ceCSGO I truly hope it will do a great job for you. Let me know what your experience is after a few times of use.

Thanks for the review but be aware that there is an ear-piercing high frequency noise throughout (some may not be able to hear it but it is truly painful)

@OliverHerbold

3 жыл бұрын

My sincere apologies for the lousy sound quality Charles. I will do my best to improve. I hope you still found some useful information.

@Mithadon

3 жыл бұрын

@@OliverHerbold yes! no need to apologize - just trying to help out

@OliverHerbold

3 жыл бұрын

@@Mithadon cheers, I really appreciate that.

Hi, I like your t-shirt. where can i get it?

@OliverHerbold

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers but sorry I can't help. It was a present, I only know it was somewhere online...

Did you ever smell the rubber seal on the twistlocks? On my tripod it annoys me that you smell the chemicals inside the rubber and have that smell on your hands after touching it

@OliverHerbold

2 жыл бұрын

Either your nose is much more sensitive than mine or I got lucky and my tripod doesn't smell at all. I hope for you it's just a temporary thing.

Hello, can you please tell me what is the minimal height without the centre column?

@OliverHerbold

2 жыл бұрын

The minimum height equals the length of the center column and that is 49cm. To do that you just spread the legs to the second locking point and raise the center column. I used it to photograph mushrooms and when you turn the center column upside down, you can get directly down to the ground. I hope that helps.

@miroslavzachar1011

2 жыл бұрын

@@OliverHerbold Thank you, I appreciate your superb fast reply. I'm interested into this tripod but I want to know what is the minimal height when you spread the legs and you don't use the center column. I assume it is possible to use the tripod without the center column. I need to take pictures from as low as possible position but don't want to turn the center column upside down. Thanks.

@OliverHerbold

2 жыл бұрын

@@miroslavzachar1011 I'm sorry to disappoint you but this particular model can not be operated without the center column. It is integral part of the construction. If you really don't want to turn it upside down, you might be better off with either a model without center column or look out for one that comes with an additional short one.

@miroslavzachar1011

2 жыл бұрын

@@OliverHerbold thank you for your valuable answer!