Ignore the Peak Design Hype: This Benro is ACTUALLY a Good Travel Tripod

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You don’t need to spend a ton of money on a great tripod. Ignore the hype, and just get something that works. I’ve been using this travel tripod for over two years, and it’s magnificent!
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ALSO- I know Peak Design makes some great products, and even the small tripod is terrific. It was just the influencer marketing for their super lightweight tripod that went a little over the top.
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@cooper9917 4 года назад

If you own a twist lock tripod: fully set up the tripod and then use something like white out or a white paint marker and draw a straight line down across the twists and the legs so you know that when the entire line is connected, they are tightened.

@tombuck 4 года назад

Super smart idea!

@heatherjustcreate 5 лет назад

I LOVED this video - one of my favs. I love how detailed your reviews are. CLEARLY, you've really used this tripod. Appreciate the insight!

@tombuck 5 лет назад

I’m glad you liked it! I wanted to “tri” something different 😬

@sanviews9819 4 года назад

Wow... All this while I was browsing entire RU-vid for advises on travel tripod!!. This one clears my mind.wonderful,thank you very much 🤪

@tombuck 4 года назад

You’re welcome, I’m glad it was helpful for you!

@jeffsurtees847 Год назад

The little bag it comes with fits a towel and swim trunks perfectly, with two little pockets for goggles etc.

@tombuck Год назад

Oh that's a great idea haha.

@deusex-machina2835 4 года назад

5:10 You saved my life with this trick I used to do it the noob way for so many years!!! You deserve more views you're the best!!!

@tombuck 4 года назад

You’re welcome! The best part is that it look cool when you do it haha 😎

@ryanchernochan9366 5 лет назад

Nice review but to disagree with most comments below that suggest “a $600 PD is overpriced I’ll buy this one”, you can’t compare a $600 CF peak design tripod to this one. First off the CF peak design is $479 right now, not $600. And you need to compare the aluminum peak design tripod to this one. Which is $289 right now. Which means it’s $90 more. So for $90 more you’re getting what? a lighter, more compact (shorter when folded and the folded up circumference is less) and a bigger load capacity. PD also gives it a life time warranty. This tripod does give you the monopod ability. The PD gives You the phone holder. CAM locks vs twist. but those aspects are quite subjective and arguments can be made on both sides as to which of those design features are most useful to you (personally I prefer CAM/lever locks rather than twist) Anyway, that’s the comparison that should be made here. Apples to apples. So is less weight, smaller and more compact worth the $90? If I’m going to own the tripod for the next 10 years and do a lot of traveling...Probably.

@tombuck 5 лет назад

These are really good points, and I definitely agree that a lot of points are subjective. But to be fair, the current Peak Design prices are for the Kickstarter, and won’t be the retail price once it’s available. I also mentioned the $600 to compare that with the price of the carbon fiber Benro, which is more apples to apples. We’ll really know for sure once more everyday people start using it and marking their judgements.

@souljaboi81 5 лет назад

Ryan Chernochan i agree . i have this benro tripod and this same style tripod can be bought for around 80 bucks with similar build quality all over amazon . for 80 bucks i would recommend this type of tripod. i actually went to the peak design flagship store and tried both the aluminum /cf version of their new tripod. after physically using it the ball head design is revolutionary albeit no panning. can support much more weight than i originally thought . the weight difference between the two versions is about .5lbs . for a run and gun shooter like me i rarely take out the benro because it doesn’t integrate well with the backpacks i have. also after using pd’s ballhead the click in mechanism is much more assuring for me and my equipment . the hex wrench is something i didn’t like but my dring arcs swiss plates fit on the pd tripod just as well. overall the build quality /innovation / lifetime line warranty / convenience is why i may end up getting the aluminum version . i do think the carbon fiber price is a bit much but again quality cf cost range varies a lot . the gitzo ones are over 1000. i understand their is an optimal point for what people can afford but i don’t agree with saying peak design is all hype or overpriced . on the other hand i do believe gucci lv prada are

@adamba100 5 лет назад

You can get a CF (10 layers) tripod Leofoto LS-254C + LH30 +252C for less than an aluminium version of peak design. The same 79 mm diameter when folded for transport, strong ball head that you can pan, lighter than peak design, 10 years warranty, free spikes and only 80 mm longer. I got one and it's amazingly well made

@SilenceNate 5 лет назад

I decided to join the kickstarter for the PD CF version tripod. Its serious money, but I want a tripod that doesnt feel like I am carrying a tripod around. And I was finally sold on the lifetime guarantee. I think PD has been around long enough for me to give this a try, and they seem like they are on the same level of build quality as Gitzo and Manfrotto.

@EmoD86 5 лет назад

I agree here, Ryan. There are some good points made in the video but there are a lot of vague comparisons made without actually comparing specs/models. I agree things can be overpriced but the PD tripod solves some of the frustrations I have with the MeFOTO Roadtrip, which from what I can see, is nearly the same thing as the unit in the video. I've had mine for just over a year and will probably still use it in some scenarios but for a quick stroll or moderate shooting session, I need something better. I often leave this strapped on my pack because I don't want to take the time to deal with it every 200ft when I find another subject. I don't think it's fair to say there's absolutely no reason to spend the additional money but then follow with unless you have specific needs. There's a fair amount of different functionalities and styles between this tripod and PD's tripod. Stack them up and break down the differences and why that would matter to some people. If I ignored the hype, I likely wouldn't have found a solution to a lot of my frustrations. Would have liked to see an apples to apples breakdown but this really felt like a bias promo for Benro.

@Callmedstone 3 года назад

Pro (ish) photographer chiming in here. Agreed on many of your points . I have one of the larger Benro tripods, and these offer an incredible value for the money. They’re basic and have less bells and whistles than many competitors, but features on budget tripods also mean more potential points of failure . I think the build quality of their aluminium units is impressive . What brought me here is because I’m considering picking up this model as a backup in order to have a more portable unit for those times where I don’t feel like schlepping around the oversized beast. These things can take a beating and are crazy impressive for the money.

@tombuck 3 года назад

I agree wholeheartedly. I've now had mine for almost 3 years and it's still going strong!

@FlySistah 5 лет назад

This is the exact comparison I was looking for as I have been contemplating the Peak aluminum travel tripod with 3 days left to order.

@tombuck 5 лет назад

You know your needs best, but I’m clearly biased towards the Benro!

@SJ_shinkansen 4 года назад

The most honest review I have ever seen, not only that you r so passionate about it i can see it in ur eyes....and yaah I was consider buying but after the walking stick feature DEFINITELY IM BUYING!!!

@tombuck 4 года назад

I’m glad to know my passion for tripods isn’t gone to waste! 👊

@wcsdiaries 3 года назад

@@tombuck doe sit allow for a fluid head to attach? the peak design doesnt

@heatherik431 3 года назад

i realize it's kind of randomly asking but does anyone know a good website to stream newly released movies online?

@augustusmichael4716 3 года назад

@Heath Erik I would suggest FlixZone. Just google for it :)

@franktobias5595 3 года назад

@Augustus Michael yea, I've been using FlixZone for months myself :D

@richardmccoll9297 3 года назад

I broke my back a few years ago and have used mono pods for a walking stick in Europe to Las Vegas. When traveling I was able to walk further without the hassle of having a cane. The fact that the monopod can collapse makes it easy to put into my backpack when I don't need it. I actually purchased a knob that screws onto the monopod which makes it a better walking stick. This is the feature that I have been looking for in a travel tripod to combine a monopod/walking stick in one instead of taking both the tripod and monopod with me. Thanks for a thorough and excellent review.

@tombuck 3 года назад

Wow, this sounds like the perfect tripod in your case! What a wild story. I hope you're feeling much better now.

@richardmccoll9297 3 года назад

@@tombuck Thank you. Keep up the good work!

@kimdunphy2009 Год назад

I have an older version of the Bento Travel Angel ( no door knob included) and agree with many of your points but the twist locks drive me crazy, and I've just never gotten used to the adjustments knobs on the ball head. Also when working in the dark for night shots, fitting the plate on the head can be tricky. The head can't handle big heavy lenses and at least the version I have just won't adjust to exactly where I want place my focus point, I find I'm constantly trying to reposition and retighten.

@SaadonAksah 5 лет назад

Thanks! Will keep this is mind if Im looking for a tripod!

@jameslehmann3598 4 года назад

I'm all at sea in a world of seemingly infinite tripod choice pain, but your enthusiasm for this one tips the balance. I found one for $150. Ordered!

@tombuck 4 года назад

Congrats! I’ve been using mine constantly for two years and I still love it. It’s sitting next to me right now, in fact.

@jameslehmann3598 4 года назад

@@tombuck Tripod just arrived today. Not been out in the field with it yet but it looks like it will do the business nicely for me. Thanks for taking the time to film your review - made my research a bunch easier & quicker! :)

@Orkney_Pirate 2 года назад

Mate that was an excellent review, possibly the best I have ever seen! Simple, practical, and informative!

@tombuck 2 года назад

Wow, thank you! I'm happy to say the tripod has held up very well and I still use it and travel with it all the time.

@honestmanmusic 3 года назад

Subscribed. Starting out in the industry, and this is one of the best review videos I’ve seen...

@tombuck 3 года назад

I'm so glad to hear it! Glad you're here and good luck on your journey!

@SparaCash 3 года назад

Really love your genuinity! Been browsing around for tripods for a while now and finally found this vid lol. Really great vid, thanks!' Makes me miss those podcast episodes with you and peter too... :D

@tombuck 3 года назад

Don’t worry- it’ll come back!

@SparaCash 3 года назад

@@tombuck Take ur time! ♥️

@HighwayRamos 4 года назад

Thanks, I just started looking at travel tripods and now I'm finished 😁

@tombuck 4 года назад

Glad it helped! This video is older, but I still use this same tripod constantly. It's over two years old and works like new 👍

@0utd00rsy 4 года назад

Haha - exactly the same for me. Great review - thank you

@travelstagram6198 5 лет назад

Amazing video!! Thank you for sharing it ✈️

@rrafaelpaz 4 года назад

Great review mate! I think this tripod was what I was looking for. Cheers

@tombuck 4 года назад

You’re welcome! 👋

@RCodyWanner 4 года назад

Such a great vid dude - Tripod looks amazing, I’ll likely get it when my current manfroto breaks completely

@tombuck 4 года назад

Definitely. I REALLY love the versatility of a small tripod like this 😎

@johne1599 2 года назад

Great demo of this tripod! Thank you so much for making this video. I was considering the Benro FGP18A System Go Plus, for iPhone photography. But, WOW!, what a great video. I think you just sold me on getting the Travel Angel, instead. You’re laughing now about the walking stick, but trust me, in a few years you’lI think it’s a very thoughtful, cool perk. 🤔

@tombuck 2 года назад

Honestly, I’ve used the walking stick a few times over the years and it’s really helpful 😁

@alastairwatson9535 2 года назад

I had no idea what that wooden ball thing was for! The "manual" is completely useless. Thank you for explaining this tripod. It is far more useful than I imagined.

@tombuck 2 года назад

I'm so curious how many walking stick handles are just sitting around because no one knows what it's supposed to be for 😁

@europeanlegend9347 2 года назад

Hey, Phenomenal video! This has really helped me narrow down which travel tripod i'd like to pick up. At least, down to the brand. Highly appreciate this in-depth video. Was wondering, any idea how this Travel Angel tripod compares to Benro's Slim series? I'd like to go as small as possible, while also being as reasonable as possible and not getting something that's too small and flimsy because i've got a Fujifilm XT3 coupled with their 16-80mm lens, so definitely not the lightest of setups. Naturally, i'd assume the slim series isn't as stable as the travel angel but have no way of verifying that and wanted to know what your thoughts were?

@tombuck 2 года назад

The Slim series is news to me! From the looks of it and the specs, it seems similar except, well...slimmer 😬 This tripod is still going strong for me and I use it all the time. I've used a few other Bento products over the years and they've all been great, so as long as the Slim tripod is rated for the weight that you'll be using, I would bet it's trustworthy.

@Touseef 3 года назад

Was searching for tripods and ofcourse Tom has a video on it :D

@tombuck 3 года назад

💪

@axioncreative 3 года назад

Great review! I've been using one of the first gen Benro Travel Angel Carbon Fiber tripod for over 8 years now, the legs flop around and tightening with the allen key doesn't work for me anymore. I believe the magnesium cam that attaches to the leg has worn out. Now I'm looking for a tripod replacement. (Or perhaps a part replacement) But after doing much research, it seems like many other tripods don't last a couple months or even 2 years... Mine lasted until now, and I do use it frequently! I guess I'll be buying a Benro again someday!

@tombuck 3 года назад

8 years is pretty dang good! I’ve got a bigger Manfrotto tripod that’s going on about that number of years and still works great. But it’s not nearly as light as this one n

@larrycolen6123 3 года назад

Talk to Benro, their customer service is superb. They can probably ship you replacements of the worn out parts.

@siaksut 4 года назад

do you have any idea where else could be bought this angel series? its not available in amazon,, lazada, shopee 😅 im from manila

@KaiAndrew 5 лет назад

Haha, I was actually looking for a travel tripod after seeing Peter McKinnon's latest review. Now your video has me really wanting one!

@tombuck 5 лет назад

That was the tripod that sparked this video! Peak Design has spent a fortune on a massive influencer campaign for an overpriced and flawed product that now people are going to think they “have” to get.

@Petrolboi 5 лет назад

@@tombuck I usually love their products, what makes their new tripod "flawed"? Don't get me wrong I agree that its insanely priced and I just bought the tripod in your video but other than the price and needing a key to attach the plate to your camera I think it looks like a good product.

@tombuck 5 лет назад

It’s not that it’s terrible, I just feel that there are a lot of sacrifices for extreme portability. Namely the new style ball mount that doesn’t seem very compatible with larger cameras (since they block easy access to controls/adjustments). Peak Design offers solutions- but all for an extra cost.

@stevetqp9152 4 года назад

@@Petrolboi Thomas, IMHO, the BIG Flaw in the PD design is the inability to do a level horizontal Pan!

@stuffnuns 3 года назад

Benro makes the meFoto A1350, which I bought in Osaka in ‘15. Comes with a case, with both rubber and stake feet. The big thing for me is that the meFoto in the case fits in a Carry-on bag easily. Try that with the Benro big brother. I think the meFoto is the best travel tripod. . . .Unless you’ve got a hasselblad with 400mm lenses.

@tombuck 3 года назад

Does Benro make the mefoto tripods? I didn’t know that!

@trishh9219 3 года назад

Thanks for making this video. I bought this tripod about 2 years ago and the instructions were no so great. Anyway, after watching your video, I learned quite a bit more about this tripod. The walking stick cracked me up. I could not figure out what the wooden ball was for and that is NOT in the instructions either.

@tombuck 3 года назад

Haha, that's true! I had read some reviews so I was prepared for the walking stick, but I can imagine that it'd be super confusing otherwise 🤔

@baja1980s 5 лет назад

Yesssss, finally someone with sense, all these RU-vid groupies jumping at everything these popular youtubers say to jump at.. great video as always bro 💯💯👏🏾👏🏾✊🏾✊🏾

@tombuck 5 лет назад

Thank you! I’ve been bombarded with “influencer” videos lately, and when people started shilling a badly designed tripod earlier this week, it really got to me.

@baja1980s 5 лет назад

@@tombuck 600 dollar tripod smh, shame on these companies also for trying to exploit on the video and photography trend that going on... but you said it right there!! no need to spend over 200 dollars on a travel tripod...

@pgsanta 5 лет назад

The peak design saves a ton of space on this. For some people it’ll be worth it, for others it won’t. My only gripe with this video is the commentary on carbon fiber vs aluminum. Most people, like in this clip, just focus on specs; what he fails to realize is the carbon fiber version of this tripod is significantly stiffer, and the legs don’t flex nearly as much. Vibration dampening is also significantly better with the carbon fiber.

@tombuck 5 лет назад

Carbon fiber is definitely stronger, and could be worth it if you have the budget. The main point here is to get what actually suits your individual needs.

@michaeljavaras793 3 года назад

Great presentation ! I appreciate your passion and expertise. Thank you for taking the time to create this informative and enjoyable video. I'm looking forward to seeing more ! Cheers

@tombuck 3 года назад

So glad to hear it! Thanks for the kind words!

@TheJgjfg 3 года назад

i found this for less than one hundred, i didn't know the model but you convinced me, brilliant video

@tombuck 3 года назад

Hopefully you enjoy it! Mine is still holding up great-in fact I used it this morning.

@justsomeguywithasmugface645 4 года назад

I was swaying between this tripod and another one but I am totally buying this one for the walking stick feature LMAO!!

@tombuck 4 года назад

It’s definitely a selling point 😁

@siaksut 4 года назад

cant find now adays this kind of model

@datfly3034 5 лет назад

I have the carbon fibre Manfrotto BeFree travel tripod. It is actually very budget friendly and only cost about AUD$300. Very light and compact. Love it.

@tombuck 5 лет назад

Yes! I do love Manfrotto tripods, and that was the other one I was really looking at when shopping for a travel tripod.

@Gin79Gin79 4 года назад

Thanks for video! Really! I have very very similar tripod from Sirui at home and I like it, but I am in business trip right now and I left it at home because the luggage overweight. I need the tripod. I want to do some city night shots to relax at the evenings after hard work. So, I started to looking into Peak Design tripod and calculating money in the pocket. Your video cured me! I think it will be better for me to by some light and inexpensive table top tripod for my long trip. Thanks for saving me around 500$ :-)

@tombuck 4 года назад

You’re welcome! I’ve used a few Sirui monopods at work, and they make really good stuff 👍

@stevepritchard3970 4 года назад

Tom, I think you can get the legs folded more neatly at 7:47 if you rotate the ball head so the levers sit between the legs. Also not sure why you have trouble fitting and removing the centre column - it only fits one way - you just line up the slot on the column with the ridge inside the housing?

@tombuck 4 года назад

I I do normally fold it a little better, but you know...camera nerves 😬 Not sure what’s up with my center column. We have several of these at work that switch very easily, so mine must just be a bit funky.

@felisistanbul6203 4 года назад

Great review, thanx a lot. Is it possible two use the short center column instead of the default long one? The minimum working height seems very high.

@tombuck 4 года назад

I guess that’s a drawback, it doesn’t get ultra low. BUT, you can “reverse mount” the center column, putting your camera upside down underneath the tripod. I’ve gotten some great low POV shots doing that.

@MyCaesar123 3 года назад

Hi Tom. Great review! Just wondering if the ballhead can be removed? I was planning to buy a star tracker next year and was thinking of buying a good tripod ahead of it.. Plannign to use the Sky-Watcher Star Adventurer Pro with this tripod (the 22lbs capacity one: FTA28AB1) . So idea was to remove the ballhead and attach the star tracker to the tripod.. Could you please advice if that's possible? Would really help me!Also, how does this tripod compare to another one of Benro's creation: TAD28AIB2? This too seems like a potential candidate!

@tombuck 3 года назад

Yes! It’s a really nice ball head that can be removed and used anywhere you’d like.

@Rainy78 Год назад

Bro.... The walking stick....genius! Ive gotta get one! 🤣👌

@tombuck Год назад

The crazy part is that I've actually ended up needing to use it!

@janerikedvartsen 5 лет назад

Great review. I'm seriously considering this tripod, as a stand alone without a ball head. A few questions however. 1. Does the shoulder strap connect to the tripod itself? Or does it connect to the blue pouch or the carrying bag? 2. How is the quality of the ball head for photography uses? Does it have a bubble meter? 3. Is the center column firm and steady enough to be extended all way up with 1.7 kilograms of camera kit attached? 4. Do you think this tripod will last me a life time if I take care of it or is it meant to be replaced after 10-ish years? Thanks :)

@tombuck 5 лет назад

Great questions! 1. The shoulder strat connects to the bag, not the tripod itself. 2. I think the ball head is great! I use it often with a Canon 6DII, battery grip, and microphone (a pretty heavy setup). And there is a bubble meter. 3. Center column is very sturdy. It extends to a good height, but not so much that it sacrifices stability. 4. How long it’ll last is probably up to you. With care, I think it can easily go past 10 years. I’ve had much lesser quality tripods last 15 years. Hope that helps!

@janerikedvartsen 5 лет назад

@@tombuck Thank you for the reply. I've heard good tripods can last a lifetime, so I'm hoping this one is one of them. Not a bad starter tripod for me, in any case. Thanks :)

@tombuck 5 лет назад

It’s a great one for sure!

@vicflrs 2 года назад

“You probably won’t buy this tripod because it has a walking stick feature” Me: OMG a walking stick!!! Adds to cart

@tombuck 2 года назад

Yeah I was definitely wrong about that. It’s a huge selling point! 😁

@ne0nlightz 3 года назад

Hi Tom. Great video. just wondering: As one of the legs come off, can that monopod be used as an external microphone boom arm? It looks like its a screw thread so technically a Rode Videomic Pro or Rode Videomicro NTG should be able to attach to the end and then that monopod can be used as a boom to??

@tombuck 3 года назад

Yes and no- it totally works to mount a mic, but monopods are "backwards" compared to traditional boom arms, meaning you'll be holding the skinny part while the thicker/heavier section is extended out. A regular boom will allow you to hold the thickest part while it gets skinnier as it extends. It doesn't mean it wont work, but you just need to be aware of how much weight you're putting on it.

@TheReal-HopeBoykinDance 5 лет назад

You’re hilarious fo this video. I actually agree with you and I truly own the exact same tripod with me when I travel internationally. Well done. Funny, but well done.

@tombuck 5 лет назад

I think I’d like to make “Funny, but well done” a new slogan. Thank you!

@Backstagejazz Год назад

I returned my PD Travel tripod last week after a few days of field testing. There were so many things I didn't like and they want to sell you many of the items that come with the Benro you're describing. Oh, the QR register code is hidden under a leg and you have to disassemble the tripod to get to it. I'm tempted to get the IFOOTAGE 65" Aluminum tripod now.

@fngr789 4 года назад

Thanks for the review it was really great! May I ask if you can fit the little post you show at 9:55 instead of the bigger center column so that you can get lower to the ground with the tripod and do macro photography?

@tombuck 4 года назад

The leg won’t fit, but you can reverse the center column for ultra low shots 👍

@fngr789 4 года назад

@@tombuck Thank you!

@huxtorhs 4 года назад

I just bought this tripod 5 min ago... just for the walking stick! 😂

@tombuck 4 года назад

It should be marketed as a walking stick that turns into a tripod 😬

@akshayshikhare007 3 года назад

this review is super helpful thanks a ton :)

@siaksut 4 года назад

is this the light weight can be use for mobile tripod

@stevetqp9152 4 года назад

Greetings! Nice review of this travel tripod! Yes, I can see that this Benro is a quality tripod, and glad that it works for you! However, I found a Chinese brand called Leofoto, that makes an Amazing travel tripod, AND it includes a fantastic ball head with one feature that I've not found INCLUDED on any other ball head...namely, a panoramic head! This allows the single ball head to function as a pano head, plus, if you swing it into the notch, turns the pano head into a "poor man's " gimbal head! (Max payload = 22 lbs.) Also, another feature of this tripod/head combo, is that the knobs/controls on the ball head each have a different shape and texture (ALL metal, CNC aluminum)! Simply ingenious design, because it eliminates the possibility of inadvertently loosening the wrong knob!! Why ALL ball head manufacturers don't do this is beyond me...actually, probably because of design and manufacture costs! In any case, this Leofoto LN-254CT Tripod is awesome...10X carbon fiber legs, included quality metal spikes (with rubber gaskets), included handy carabiner allen tool, and a very nice carrying case. Well worth $380, and IMHO, vastly superior to that PD "travel tripod", especially as the latter cannot do level horizontal panning. Thank you sir!

@tombuck 4 года назад

Sounds like a good find!

@markbowley5531 4 года назад

Great vid - Awesome and strait forward with no BS

@HishamElSheshtawy 3 года назад

Great review! One thing I need to know before I pull the trigger, have you had any issues with water getting in the legs?

@tombuck 3 года назад

So far no, but to be fair I also live in the desert 😁 (but I have traveled with it and used it in rain/storms/etc)

@HishamElSheshtawy 3 года назад

Thank you so much for getting back to me! Again, great review and generally great content 👌!

@4ngles 3 года назад

Really usefull! You've a new subscriber ;) Is it possible to replace the head with the Benro S6 rotule for video? Thanks!

@tombuck 3 года назад

Glad you’re here! And yes, you can use any tripod head you want with it 👍

@ankitkumar_22 5 лет назад

haha loved the walking stick story!! i might just buy it for that, all my benro's didn't have the knob :P

@tombuck 5 лет назад

It’s super ridiculous, but I actually really love that it has a genuine wooden knob. It’s quaint.

@ankitkumar_22 5 лет назад

@@tombuck i was checking for it but i guess they stopped including it now based on amazon's what's in the box list. www.amazon.co.uk/Benro-FTA18CV0-Travel-Tripod-Ballhead/dp/B00YEUA2J6

@Nochift138 Год назад

I have a $1000+ tripod (Manfrotto 057) and it is overkill for most tasks. But it works great for use as a grab and go tripod with 20+ lbs of astronomy gear.

@tombuck Год назад

Yep. I've got a big beefy Manfrotto too and it's fantastic. But I much prefer moving around with this one 😁

@gringojohn2 4 года назад

I have an Aero 2. I am going to try to get that ball had for the monopod leg. It is a very versatile tripod.

@tombuck 4 года назад

Benro makes some really nice ball heads 👍

@baja1980s 5 лет назад

Lol at the walking stick.. 😆😆

@willswomble7274 4 года назад

I've had a M. 055 with a three-way head for a while which is very good but would like something smaller and lighter so I would actually take it out and about. This Benro, one of the equivalent travel Manfrotto's or a small Sirui are on my shortlist but I just don't EVER want one with 'twist' legs, which seems to be the in-fashion thing, for no good reason at all.

@tombuck 4 года назад

I guess it’s personal preference- I’ve personally had more issues with clamp-style legs myself, although everything has pros and cons I guess.

@vela7447 5 лет назад

2022: No clue how they are now 2019: I have a MeFoto Roadtrip (the original). I bought it in 2015, when I probably spent too much money on photo stuff, but oh well. Overall I'm really happy with it-it taught me a lot about photography, so hope I can get some real/professional use out of it soon! Edit: I notice it stores the other way, the legs go up instead of down. Other than that, pretty similar at its core. The stock plate on the MeFoto doesn't have a tab on it. It came with an Allen wrench in the bag, but I lost it, so it's probably better just to get a different plate.

@tombuck 5 лет назад

The MeFoto tripods seem pretty good too, I looked at those a lot when buying this one. The allen key is the only downside I saw.

@wadeduvall7026 2 года назад

FWIW I hate my MeFoto tripod. I never use it I hate it so much.

@heres_the_sauce Год назад

Benro bought mefoto I believe

@vela7447 Год назад

Yikes 3 years feels like an incredibly long time. I have no idea anymore, it’s been almost 8 years

@vineet_gill Год назад

Hey Tom, thank you for the video, it is really helpful. just a quick question. Will I need an extra plate or L-Bracket while using this tripod with 5d and a heavy telephoto lens 70-200?

@tombuck Год назад

You shouldn't need anything extra. It's just a standard area Swiss plate, which I would mount on the heavy lens 👍

@garydlopez9165 5 лет назад

Been considering a new one, saw the PD hype and really liked it... until I saw the price. Thanks for this, Tom.

@tombuck 5 лет назад

You're welcome, Gary! There's no reason to spend that much on something like that.

@garymbuck1 Год назад

Love the review. I ordered this tripod yesterday from B&H. I think I made a good choice. Thanks again!

@ovi.1000 3 года назад

I have this tripod and I don't like the central column because doesn't lock enough tight. Moreover I'd like ti be able to detach part of it to save weight if I don't need al of its height. The legs and the ball head B0 perform well. I still have an Benro Go series and I like that one but its heavier too.

@lorandnagy7140 4 года назад

Love this video but i have few questions.I'm using a Nikon D750 with a Tamron 24-70 lens and my Mantona tripod can't hold this 2 kg.What do you think,if i buy this tripod will hold my gear?and what kind of L bracket can i buy for this tripod?

@tombuck 4 года назад

I’ve used this tripod with a Canon 6D II, battery grip, and 24-105 lens with no issues (pretty heavy setup overall). There is a version that has an upgraded ball head too if you really need it. I don’t have a lot of experience with L brackets through. It’s got an arca Swiss plate if that’s any help.

@lorandnagy7140 4 года назад

The Enthusiasm Project Thank you so much for your answer🤝

@DhruvManoj 4 года назад

Dude on Amazon of my country it is showing legs with clamps Will there be any difference

@tombuck 4 года назад

I’ve only seen the Travel Angel series tripods with twist locks, so I can’t say for sure.

@MrARRMP 3 года назад

This was a pretty good review, thank you!

@tombuck 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@joeypruitt6002 3 года назад

If you are in college you can get a great deal on one of these through the B&H student program! I think it is around $175?

@batangtondosaamerica6492 4 года назад

Great video. Is the ball head removable? I am looking for a tripod that is light enough and capable to hold a tripod gimbal for long lens like the tamron 150-600. Would you think this tripod can hold that setup?

@tombuck 4 года назад

The head is removable/replaceable. It can definitely support a long lens like you mentioned, but I haven’t really used it with gimbals too much. I did mount my Robin S to it a few times, and it’s been fine.

@batangtondosaamerica6492 4 года назад

@@tombuck thats good to know. I really dont want to spend too much money on a tripod. Its not a gear I plan to use all the time. I can handheld my nikon d3 with a 200-500 lens. But after 2-3 hours of doing wildlife, most of the time I end up resting the gear on the ground. So my next option is to have a tripod with a gimbal setup. Thanks for your help. Will check your link on this tripod soon.

@tombuck 4 года назад

Best of luck to you!

@batangtondosaamerica6492 4 года назад

Thank you sir. :-)

@bilry 2 года назад

Thanks for the review! Can't find much about this tripod on youtube, and I intend to buy it One question though, can I attach my gimbal (weebill s) arca-swiss plate into it? I need to swap fast between gimbal and tripod shots and I can't test it out before buying, also can't find this information anywhere

@tombuck 2 года назад

You should be able to since the head is just a standard Arca Swiss mount. 👍

@bilry 2 года назад

@@tombuck Thank you

@mdsteves1978 6 месяцев назад

Nice review! I was in the market for a cheap tripod for a second camera angle for interview work. I ended up getting the Benro MeFOTO RoadTrip Pro Aluminum Series 1 Travel the other day on the B&H daily deal for $79 in blue. Not my favorite color hence why it's on sale. It's almost the same with a few differences. I'm pretty impressed with the weight and build quality. Of course, I'll see how it holds up long term. I do tend to not abuse equipment. I do video work professionally but my tolerance for schlepping heavy gear is diminishing.

@mdsteves1978 6 месяцев назад

One thing that annoys me about Benro is their product line is a bit confusing and the branding seems to change frequently. Maybe I'm imagining it.

@tombuck 6 месяцев назад

Yes, it is confusing! I don't know if they make this exact tripod anymore, but it's still going strong and I use it constantly. I bought a MeFoto tripod last year which seemed great, but the build quality wasn't the best and the head didn't work right. Every genuine Benro product I've bought has worked very well though.

@mdsteves1978 5 месяцев назад

@@tombuck I'll see if it lasts, mine seems to be pretty decent build quality and I'm usually picky. For the "sale" price I don't think it's bad.

@chrisscott-mckenzie548 3 года назад

Great Video Tom, I'm looking for a tripod that allows me to shoot vertical, does this tripod allow this? thanks!

@tombuck 3 года назад

Yes! The ball head makes it easy to position your camera vertically 👍

@chrisscott-mckenzie548 3 года назад

@@tombuck thanks for getting back. Looks like a decent one for me to get then. Take care!

@NoahStephens 2 года назад

I have the cheapie MeFoto version of this tripod. I used the leg as a walking stick on a 40-mile, 3 day hike. The bottom section came out. I was able to repair it, but I would not suggest using it as a walking stick

@tombuck 2 года назад

I've been wondering about the MeFoto tripods since they look pretty similar.

@wpherigo1 5 лет назад

I’ll sheepishly admit I didn’t know that speed approach to takeout the legs!

@tombuck 5 лет назад

Haha, it’s so simple, and you feel super cool when doing it 😎

@Top_Shots_Photography 4 года назад

Is the top an arca swiss top ? need a head with that type of connector

@tombuck 4 года назад

Yes it is! 👍

@ovidijuspocius6336 3 года назад

Any link where to get that part headball lever locker? You now that lever to tighten so camera aint move. I swear I cant find nowhere

@tombuck 3 года назад

I'm not 100% sure exactly which part you're looking for, but replacement ballheads can be ordered online: www.adorama.com/beb0.html?gclid=Cj0KCQjw5auGBhDEARIsAFyNm9Ec-1Jt7SliQvs202t4y-TFnmNazrIbde5CP2k_W3mi2E6feKn-1eEaAqoHEALw_wcB&gclid=Cj0KCQjw5auGBhDEARIsAFyNm9Ec-1Jt7SliQvs202t4y-TFnmNazrIbde5CP2k_W3mi2E6feKn-1eEaAqoHEALw_wcB&

@SirDomMoto 4 года назад

Very intuitive video. Can you do a review on a Yunteng VCT 668 tripod.

@tombuck 4 года назад

I’d love to, but I don’t need another tripod at the moment, and it’s not in my budget.

@lomaryearwood3079 5 лет назад

Does it come with a ball head and a arca swiss quick plate

@tombuck 5 лет назад

Yep, it comes with all the things 👍

@traveloittemallu 5 месяцев назад

what's the exact weight of this ? I'm confused between this and ulanzi mt-55

@TyRogers 5 лет назад

at 5:05 I died LOL

@tombuck 5 лет назад

😬😉

@yvindholtskog2521 4 года назад

Is it possible to change the ball head?

@tombuck 4 года назад

Yes, you can swap it out with any tripod head.

@siaksut 4 года назад

its year 2020.. what could you recommend for mobile photography using benro

@tombuck 4 года назад

Hey there! You can use any tripod phone mount without issues. Lots of things are out of stock at the moment, but I often have good luck with B&H Photo, who I believe ship internationally.

@siaksut 4 года назад

@@tombuck thankyou!!

@livinginhimalayas378 Год назад

Hi brother, how good it stands when use for vertical shots ?

@tombuck Год назад

The ball head can be positioned to 90 degrees for vertical shots (although I think most travel tripods can do this too, so it's not a unique feature to this one).

@kristenp6547 3 месяца назад

I've had a Mefoto Roadtrip tripod for years which I love, however I'm noticing when I adjust my camera to a tilt, it slips a little now.

@tombuck 3 месяца назад

I've heard good things about the Mefotos overall. Bummer it's starting to slip.

@israa3195 3 года назад

Thank u so much, good review

@vinosshaker6130 3 года назад

Does it have a cellphone holder if i want to take a pic from my own phone if I don’t have a camera

@tombuck 3 года назад

It had a regular tripod mount, which would let you attach a phone holder.

@rajeshthapa3502 4 года назад

can u please send me a link to buy in japan

@johandavid9774 4 года назад

7:42 wuth? How you do that? Mine does not go over the 3rd position (aka lowest and widest one).

@tombuck 4 года назад

There’s the little release tab that keep the legs in place- if you pull it all the way out, you should then be able to fold the legs up into the compact position 👍

@johandavid9774 4 года назад

@@tombuck I just realized i got different model. Lol.

@odyssey_outings 3 года назад

What is the model number of this piece?

@LincolnintheAdirondacks 5 лет назад

I use a tripod at my job that cost 3 grand lmao. It's not really overkill though, as we use large ENG cameras and the tripod needs to be able to take a beating on the road. My personal YT travel tripod was 80 bucks, but it's not that great. lol I'll have a look at this one.

@tombuck 5 лет назад

Ha, there are definitely some situations that require expensive giant tripods, but for travel, I think it should be small and simple. And not crazy expensive!

@NebulousFilms 5 лет назад

Do you know any cheaper tripods for larger video camera's?

@TheRichardsRevealed 5 лет назад

You should probably make a short clip about that tripod twisty hack. A la Cody Wanner at around 5:20 or so. Ive never seen anyone talk about opening a tripod that way. Granted im not a photographer or videographer. Im talking about Cody mic cable video.

@tombuck 5 лет назад

Great idea, that mic trick was awesome!

@TheRichardsRevealed 5 лет назад

@@tombuck Facts

@jocelynrabechannel8345 4 года назад

Is it can be use for mobile phone??

@tombuck 4 года назад

Yes, if you have a tripod clip for your phone.

@MajorAddiction 4 года назад

useful info brother

@VentusMedia 4 года назад

Good review but I have the Carbon fibre PD TT and it is lit. Will post a review/test when it stops raining here in England. Could be a wait lol...

@tombuck 4 года назад

I’d love to see an objective review from someone who’s really used it for a while 👍

@VentusMedia 4 года назад

@@tombuck it's coming. I'm a videographer over a photog but I WILL be honest after serious use.

@helencogan2187 4 года назад

Awesome video....thank you!!

@tombuck 4 года назад

You’re welcome 👍

@calabashdiggeradventures Год назад

Thanks for your help!

@ABT554 Месяц назад

Very useful but I just wish that YT would convert lb to actual units like kilogram in the subtitles 😵

@cristibaluta 5 лет назад

What i hate about regular tripods is that i always end up using the wrong wheels, or in the case of my current befree, the wheel is on the wrong side like you showed in this video. How are you going to turn the wheel and keep the camera with the right hand in the same time? I'm done with this junks and i ordered the cf pd, as i'm not using it very often it will last a lifetime for sure, and i can find a place on my bike easier. The price on kickstarter is acceptable comparing to others, full price i wouldn't buy it either.

@tombuck 5 лет назад

This is cool because it really is about individual/specific needs. In your case, and at the early price, it seems like a good option. That’s probably the most important thing- for people to really be honest about their needs before hopping on any bandwagons.

@daveherron 2 года назад

14 seconds? Those are rookie numbers. I could do it in, uh, oh no I couldnt because I dont have a travel tripod which is why Im here. Im also not paying $700 for one. Added this to my list of possibilities - thanks for the review.

@tombuck 2 года назад

Haha, thanks Dave! I can say that this tripod is still going strong and I use it all the time. It's definitely been worth the price for me.

@akshayshikhare007 3 года назад

I just feel the height is bit less is there any way we can extend the height further with any hack ?

@tombuck 3 года назад

I'm sure someone smarter than me could find something, but I'd personally be wary of making modifications.

@SteveHiemstraAKAspeg 3 года назад

Was liking this video but wishing for a monopod build in like a saw somewhere once… the. You pulled it out! BOOM. Sold! Wait. One more thing. Walking stick!!!

@tombuck 3 года назад

What more could you ask for?! (also, I know this video is a bit older, but I was just using this tripod this morning and it still works great- I use it all the time).

@pajomagalhaes 3 года назад

Hi, the name of that tripod is angel travel? can you tell me the name? thanks

@tombuck 3 года назад

It's the Benro Travel Angel. There's an aluminum and carbon fiber version. I have the aluminum one.

@pajomagalhaes 3 года назад

@@tombuck for travel (hiking and trekking) it´s the best collection of benro?

@tombuck 3 года назад

Benro makes a lot of good stuff. I believe this is their most compact series, and I really love it. I still use mine all the time, and it's held up incredibly well over the past 2.5 years.