Besnfoto Mini Tripod Carbon Fiber Desktop Tripod for DSLR Camera and Phone Compact Lightweight with 360 Degree Ball Head Built-in Phone Mount Portable for Traveling Load up to 11Pounds/5 Kilograms

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It has fantastic build quality, with a very strong center column that proves sturdy and reliable in the field, and it comes with a handy red and black carry case. Whilst this was incredibly stable for long hours when shooting star trails, we can't help but feel that a tool-free D-ring plate would have been easier.

It’s generally sold as a set of legs with no heads but is available in some regions as a complete kit with a high-performance Manfrotto 494 Ball Head. Its safety payload tops out at 9kg, though in our tests we found that it was able to take an awful lot of gear – we’re talking full-frame cameras with heavy lenses.You can also configure it into a monopod by removing one of the legs and attaching it to the removable center column, providing versatility for different photographic styles. But, for the vast majority of purposes, this is an impressive all-around package and merits serious consideration for any traveling photographer or videographer. Often constructed from carbon fiber (over heavier materials like aluminum) these tripods tend to have telescopic capabilities, folding down to a size that allows them to slide snuggly into carry-on luggage or one of the best camera backpacks. But the main advantage of carbon fiber is that it’s more lightweight than aluminum, giving it a clear advantage when you’re trying to shed weight.

The twist locks work effectively, but if you have to twist or unscrew each one individually, it might take a bit more time to set up. The JOBY GorillaPod 3K Pro is an unusual looking tripod that is very lightweight and surprisingly sturdy. Benro Rhino FRHN24C+VX25 Head Although it's not cheap, for passionate photographers who need a lightweight, portable tripod capable of providing more height than most, this is a fantastic option. The Joby RangePod Smart is the manufacturer's first full-size tripod and is a worthy travel offering in its own right. Whilst it's not the smallest or lightest travel tripod out there, we think it's great value for the quality you get.To calculate this, add up the weight of everything you will place on the tripod, which may include: The camera, a lens and camera accessories like an intervalometer/remote shutter release, flash, filter, or a star tracker mount. This works well for transporting it, although it's not as compact as some of the tripods on our list and it does leave significant gaps between the legs when you're packing it in a suitcase. Although the weight-saving can be substantial in full-sized tripods, it’s much less noticeable in relatively small tripods. Even at full height it's impressively stable for its build, and it packs a few extra features that could come in handy whether you're shooting with a camera or a phone.