My favorite Ultra Lightweight TRAVEL TRIPOD

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  • Опубликовано: 20 сен 2024
  • This travel tripod is SO LIGHTWEIGHT it blows the mind! Wow. I just got back from a trip and experienced the joy of using it on location and LOVE it!
    If you hike or do photography or video outdoors on location or hiking and travel a lot, this is the most lightweight tripod you can get that goes up 5 ft.
    If you are looking into travel gear for photography, check out the Fotopro Aircross 3 tripod. The Fotopro Aircross 2 is just as good and 20 dollars cheaper.
    Fotopro X-Aircross 3 Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod with FPH-42QR Ball Head (thinner but longer when closed) amzn.to/3SNWbhH
    Fotopro X-Aircross 2 with video head (lots of color options in dropdown window) amzn.to/3SUi6Ei
    Aircross 3 with video head (choose color) www.amazon.com...
    Aircross 3 with ballhead www.amazon.com...
    The light stand parts in this video
    Vrig TP13 expanding shaft amzn.to/3wpp0K2
    Aoka base amzn.to/3SNWlWl
    Expanding selfie stick with 1/4-20 ballhead attached- Ion 5029 selfie stick on Ebay
    my favorite portable video light Wellmaking 80w amzn.to/48pxdLz
    2 battery set with charger for Wellmaking 80w video light amzn.to/3I7o6nZ
    Ulanzi F38 tripod with video head amzn.to/3wp2HEp
    Video I did on ultra compact ultra light stands • More Extremely Compact... with links below that video

Комментарии • 114

  • @HankTVsux
    @HankTVsux 7 месяцев назад +13

    This guy is one of the goats of youtube photography.

  • @EnlightenMewithJoePena
    @EnlightenMewithJoePena 11 месяцев назад +18

    I had a client, who previously worked in Hollywood, tell me my light stands were flimsy. We did the shoot (interview) at her location, she loved the result. Never heard another word about my light stands. I'm with you 100%, Markus.

    • @MarkusPix
      @MarkusPix  11 месяцев назад +14

      Hollywood productions need heavy duty stuff because there is too much at stake, but for small time people like us, we are free to do whatever we want

  • @zdzislawaprzyborska5653
    @zdzislawaprzyborska5653 11 месяцев назад +8

    You have no idea how much I'm thankful for all this work that you do!!! Thank you.

    • @MarkusPix
      @MarkusPix  10 месяцев назад +5

      Happy to help!

  • @davew7133
    @davew7133 Месяц назад

    Great vid. Love your presentation style. This was really helpful. Looking for a lightweight travel tripod and assumed PD was the only real option. Realise now that the Ulanzi and Fotopro options look much better for my needs. Thankyou.

  • @chamade166
    @chamade166 Месяц назад

    Thank you I have been searching for a long time and the Fotopro Aircross 3 is it. Every one else is recommending these other "lightweight" travel tripods that weight 1.3 KG and more.

  • @LucaBono.Studio
    @LucaBono.Studio 11 месяцев назад +1

    I met the guys from Fotopro during the IBC in Amsterdam, and they were super kind and very friendly. Their products are great, and they really deserve to be successful. Great video as always Markus!

  • @omgreenwellness
    @omgreenwellness 11 месяцев назад +2

    Very informational video about lightweight, I experienced travelling with my tripod and no light my bag was so heavy. Thank you Markus ❤

  • @agentbey
    @agentbey 11 месяцев назад +2

    A whole new meaning to traveling light. That Ulanzi is awesome. Love your content. Thank you for the review. Learning a lot.

  • @BillStreeter
    @BillStreeter 11 месяцев назад +1

    Excellent! I love the travel gear. I do documentary work and always look for ways to up my production game with the lightest weight gear possible.

  • @sky47media
    @sky47media 11 месяцев назад +3

    Awesome! As someone who loves how small the Peak Design tripod folds up into, I couldn’t believe the price point they put on that thing! Looks like the Fotopro X-cross 3 is just what I’ve been looking for. Thank you for this video and thank you for the recent bags giveaway! I won the lenses pouches and I have been finding great use of them!

  • @landseaairphotography
    @landseaairphotography 11 месяцев назад

    I just love your videos. Even if it's not relevant to what i'm interested in. Been watching for years. Love your work Markus.

  • @Axel-Live
    @Axel-Live 3 месяца назад

    You are definitely a master of your craft.

  • @johnsaucerhunter
    @johnsaucerhunter 11 месяцев назад

    Thats quite the lightweight bag full of Goodies Mr. Markus. Thanks for the continuing sharing of information to our community!

  • @raalaa121
    @raalaa121 11 месяцев назад

    Thank you for your recommendations Markus, just picked up that Ulanzi x Fotopro video head tripod. LOVE IT

  • @JorgeGonzalezC10
    @JorgeGonzalezC10 8 месяцев назад

    the best gear as always, very practical.
    There's another one with the same mechanism called Siriu traveler x, it's about the same, but a lower payload, and slightly cheaper

  • @robertpdavenportii2908
    @robertpdavenportii2908 11 месяцев назад

    Thanks Markus, this applied will be a very light weight kit for traveling with the added plus of fast set up and breakdown.

  • @andpenn
    @andpenn 11 месяцев назад

    Thanks for the review, Marcus. These tripods are great, I have 2 and use them more than any other tripods as they are so light and easy to carry.

  • @Jwitherow1964
    @Jwitherow1964 11 месяцев назад

    Yahoo, now I am ready , light wight baby, come on to Georgia

  • @maryburtnette1925
    @maryburtnette1925 11 месяцев назад

    Just ordered an Aircross 2 from B&H based on your recommendation. Thanks. It looks like what I need.

  • @Ed-davies
    @Ed-davies 10 месяцев назад

    Perfect! Been after a good affordable travel tripod for my video camera out in the field

  • @nicedward7544
    @nicedward7544 11 месяцев назад +1

    I can't remember the last time i used my tripod. It's actually pretty light for what is though. Old Smith Victor cf500 i think it is. Actually a great tripod for a good price. It's not exactly quick to use but it's tall, sturdy, compact, and light for what it is. Full carbon fiber for pretty cheap

  • @Prince_Charming_1
    @Prince_Charming_1 11 месяцев назад

    Thank you for sharing this awesome tripod! I will definitely check it out! Keep up the great advice and review.

  • @derrickkelly4745
    @derrickkelly4745 11 месяцев назад +1

    Love your content Markus!

  • @LaLekASMR
    @LaLekASMR 11 месяцев назад

    My cameraman loves your channel!

  • @AdamNevins
    @AdamNevins 11 месяцев назад

    Love your videos man. Thanks and keep up the good work.

  • @Blafasel_Blafasel
    @Blafasel_Blafasel 11 месяцев назад

    Love your ultralight light stand Videos ! Thanks a lot.
    Here a tip for a new record : LEOFOTO MT-03 - 162 g - usable indoor Stand .

  • @alejandr0680
    @alejandr0680 26 дней назад

    thank u

  • @ftlbaby
    @ftlbaby 11 месяцев назад

    Very useful video, and good timing as I started to transfer most my gear to the new thinktank camera backpack that you gave me ; )

  •  10 месяцев назад

    Thanks

  • @purnellknight5368
    @purnellknight5368 11 месяцев назад

    I picked up the fotopro tripod and it’s my fav compact tripod I shoot weddings and it’s dope for my b cam cause it’s so light and small when I solo shoot

  • @christophmunch4796
    @christophmunch4796 Месяц назад

    I didn't know that Hans Groiner also does photography reviews!

  • @witcheater
    @witcheater 11 месяцев назад

    🌞🌞 Thank you 🌞🌞

  • @gordon3988
    @gordon3988 11 месяцев назад

    Also consider Amazon basics: a great light tripod (approx .55 kg or 1.2 lbs but only goes to 50 inches) and it’s inexpensive. Basic, but that’s the point. Enjoyed as always!

  • @veselinvasilev9362
    @veselinvasilev9362 6 месяцев назад

    Thank you!

  • @WorldMoneyWins
    @WorldMoneyWins 11 месяцев назад

    I use the Aircross 2. I can carry it all day. I actually carried it all over Vegas last weekend for the Silver Symposium. I picked the 2 over the 3 , but I cant remember why.

    • @MarkusPix
      @MarkusPix  11 месяцев назад +1

      2 is shorter when closed but a bit wider. The head's a little different too

    • @WorldMoneyWins
      @WorldMoneyWins 11 месяцев назад +1

      @@MarkusPix I think that I like that it was shorter. I don't mind that it's wider because I carry it by one leg when it's folded.
      Also, the weight hook on the bottom of the mast is handy to use by hanging over my belt when folded if I need.

  • @trekkeruss
    @trekkeruss 11 месяцев назад

    I have been eyeballing the Heipi travel tripod since it was announced last years, but I didn't jump on their crowdfunding deal because in all honesty, I really have little use for a tripod and cannot actually justify buying one.
    The Fotopro looks interesting to me, but the 3kg limit is too low for what I would want. Anyway, it is all mental gymnastics...as I said, I don't really _need_ a tripod, it would just be a fun new toy that would collect dust more than anything else.

  • @paulgero
    @paulgero 11 месяцев назад

    I get a kick how the Zhiyun gets you worked up every time! 😂

  • @MileyonDisney
    @MileyonDisney 11 месяцев назад +1

    c o o l

  • @UNIONFEATURES
    @UNIONFEATURES 11 месяцев назад

    Markus would be great in product design.

  • @КузяКапут
    @КузяКапут 11 месяцев назад

    Класс 👍👍👍 Мне очень нравится лёгкий штатив. Но карбоновые вроде бы самые дорогие. Я нахожу старые дешёвые алюминиевые штативы тоже очень лёгкими, но может не такими прочными и надёжными.

    • @MarkusPix
      @MarkusPix  11 месяцев назад +1

      Да, мне тоже нравится алюминий.
      Они такие же прочные, а иногда и весят даже меньше, в зависимости от конструкции.

  • @digialityproductions793
    @digialityproductions793 11 месяцев назад

    Thank you for the information

  • @oxyg3n600
    @oxyg3n600 7 месяцев назад

    Cullmann Neomax 260 is full size, more lighter, more portable and much cheaper than all those from the list. And with super small ball head od 23g weight, you can go even lighter than this. Totall 583 grams in this case. Impossible to beat.

    • @MarkusPix
      @MarkusPix  7 месяцев назад

      Lol 50 inches is not full size. It's actually classified as a mini tripod. The Fotopro in this video goes almost a foot higher, is actually full size and the legs go much higher making it more stable. If you're into mini tripods, I featured one in a recent video that's half the price of the Neomax and 9 inches taller ruclips.net/video/MfGjJGUFNgY/видео.html
      But thanks for the suggestion.

  • @JeffCorcelius
    @JeffCorcelius 11 месяцев назад

    That Ulanzi co production tripod you mentioned in the back I thought that was the ulanzi comman video tripod with the mini fluid head. I was hoping to hear some thoughts on that but when I checked the link in bio its not the same tripod that I've had my eye on.

  • @whereismylife
    @whereismylife 10 месяцев назад

    if you're tall like me (6'5) i had to search extensively. My thinking was the same. lightest / most compact / price all balanced. i got it for 300$ but it's around 400$ now i think? The Sirui 2204W (max ht is 70") so 10" higher. just a hair bigger folded up than the one you recommend, so if i were shorter, it would be that one, but yeah, i still need splay my feet out a bit for it to be perfect height for me.

    • @MarkusPix
      @MarkusPix  10 месяцев назад

      What you need is an extension rod ruclips.net/video/20O1NQj218o/видео.html
      Did you see this ruclips.net/video/td43FmxvR_I/видео.html

  • @blainemitchell
    @blainemitchell 11 месяцев назад +1

    What camera is Cara using to shoot this video? I am amazed at how smooth and steady your videos are even with all of the movement.

  • @DigiDriftZone
    @DigiDriftZone 7 месяцев назад

    That's an awesome portable kit! Do you not also bring soft boxes or other modifiers? - do these lightstands hold those ok?

    • @MarkusPix
      @MarkusPix  7 месяцев назад

      These micro stands only hold small lights. For softboxes you would need something stronger like an Impact LS-6 or LS-8

    • @DigiDriftZone
      @DigiDriftZone 7 месяцев назад

      @@MarkusPix Ah, I see, what are you lighting that does not require a softbox?

  • @kittparker4161
    @kittparker4161 11 месяцев назад

    I’d be interested to see your thoughts on the Ulanzi LT028 40W battery powered light. It’s look neat. I don’t love the power supply but they say they’re working on a USB adapter for it though.

  • @MartinV.
    @MartinV. 11 месяцев назад

    Great Video

  • @GilbertTV
    @GilbertTV 11 месяцев назад

    love it

  • @JackNiles
    @JackNiles 11 месяцев назад

    Thanks friend

  • @WaynJul
    @WaynJul 11 месяцев назад

    Thanks for sharing.

  • @Goodmorning1221-
    @Goodmorning1221- 11 месяцев назад

    0:16 Markus, you have a hardened bean sprout sticking out of your hair.

  • @michaltopas
    @michaltopas 7 месяцев назад

    Please don´t call me names if I don´t agree. I am very sensitive.
    The Sirui AM225 with extension rod weighs exactly the same 799g on my scale. It extends to 153cm (I just checked it), is smaller when folded and costs much less than the Fotopro (129EURO in Germany). I can extend it just as fast as the Fotopro and the extension rod can be removed in case you need it even lighter. Please note, you need the version with the extension rod SL-100.

  • @saucelove
    @saucelove 11 месяцев назад

    You enjoy the peak design carbon tripod? Its wonderful for me, its pricy but very compact for me.

    • @MarkusPix
      @MarkusPix  11 месяцев назад

      you must not have watched the video

  • @thizzyglider555
    @thizzyglider555 11 месяцев назад

    Hi friend. I have a baby Pomeranian. I just have been using a old iPhone se to record video. What would be a good camera to video a dog? Have a fun day 🐶❤️

  • @dentReviews
    @dentReviews 8 месяцев назад

    do you have a tripod that you would pick if you were only going to carry like a single backpack traveling? something just to use when you absolutely need a tripod but don't want something even as big as those?

  • @skyace888
    @skyace888 11 месяцев назад

    Thanks Marcus. Nice tripod! Curious what kind of headset mic were you using?

    • @MarkusPix
      @MarkusPix  11 месяцев назад

      Drury Lane DE3 single ear headset

  • @ramumolugumati94
    @ramumolugumati94 11 месяцев назад

    Super bro

  • @b.mz7
    @b.mz7 9 месяцев назад

    Hey Marcus, have you ever used the Fotopro FY-820 "Free-1" travel tripod? Only 9.8" long and goes up to 60" tall but there are literally no review on it

  • @MarcoPi-pq5kg
    @MarcoPi-pq5kg 8 месяцев назад

    Hi Markus! X-Aircross 3 (lite) and 2 share the same center column (20mm)? could you put that together, if you want?

    • @MarkusPix
      @MarkusPix  8 месяцев назад +1

      It appears they do.

    • @MarcoPi-pq5kg
      @MarcoPi-pq5kg 7 месяцев назад

      @@MarkusPix Thank you so much.

  • @photog1529
    @photog1529 11 месяцев назад

    Is the ballhead removable? If so, what is the thread size? Didn't see it mentioned on the Amazon site...would prefer to keep using my RRS BH-30 head.

  • @talpalatnyizold
    @talpalatnyizold 10 месяцев назад +1

    BE AWARE! These kind of tripods (with this leg locking mechanism) work on equally, total horizontally surface well! Like studio enviroment.
    Not on slope, or similar surface because adjusting the length of the legs pain in the @ss! No middle range adjustment, jointing point.
    Aoka lightstand also in studio only! Because very flimsy! You don't want expensive gear put on.

  • @BryanPopeProductions
    @BryanPopeProductions 7 месяцев назад

    If I primarily shoot video should I go with the F38 or get a fluid head for the Aircross 3? Do you have experience with the Aircross 3 Lite?

    • @MarkusPix
      @MarkusPix  7 месяцев назад

      Fuild head is more for video. Not sure what diff is with lite

  • @emanuelbief7088
    @emanuelbief7088 11 месяцев назад

    Another thing on my b&h whishlist 🙏🙏🙏

  • @AmadoWildlifeVideos
    @AmadoWildlifeVideos 11 месяцев назад

    My past two trips I have taken a bulky Benro tripod and never used it! Tried some astrophotography but too cloudy. How would the Fotopress do in windy conditions?

  • @vntrgirl
    @vntrgirl 11 месяцев назад

    Great....fiance purchased something after watching this video 😂😂😂😂😅😅😅😅

    • @MarkusPix
      @MarkusPix  11 месяцев назад +1

      I guess I should put a disclaimer at the beginning of my videos 😄

  • @imothy
    @imothy 8 месяцев назад

    i'm looking for a rugged mini tripod,

  • @chainsov
    @chainsov 7 месяцев назад

    can't the Aircross 3 be folded the same way as Aircross 2, so its same packing length?

    • @MarkusPix
      @MarkusPix  7 месяцев назад +1

      No it doesn't. Most people hate those legs that have to fold all the way up anyway

    • @chainsov
      @chainsov 7 месяцев назад

      @@MarkusPixits really strange that they show it folded upwards and list 365mm folding length on their product page 😲

  • @andysuzierawlins5462
    @andysuzierawlins5462 10 месяцев назад

    Would it hold a star tracker and camera

  • @BuildingByFaith
    @BuildingByFaith 11 месяцев назад

    Cool setup. Where do you keep your camera and lenses?

    • @MarkusPix
      @MarkusPix  11 месяцев назад +1

      I assume you mean when I travel? In the camera bag

  • @nigelpugh7003
    @nigelpugh7003 11 месяцев назад

    😮

  • @DynamicLearning4u
    @DynamicLearning4u 4 месяца назад

    Hi Markus, what mic are you using?

    • @MarkusPix
      @MarkusPix  4 месяца назад +1

      The Audio Series:
      The Best Audio For Video- Part 1 series intro ruclips.net/video/yQOHtUwa60g/видео.html
      Creating a Good Audio Recording Environment Indoors ruclips.net/video/zLF6Bru6vI4/видео.html
      The Best Microphones ruclips.net/video/9XLIOzikmMw/видео.html
      Audio Recorder Epic Comparison ruclips.net/video/1EUMF8kl4vY/видео.html
      Wireless Audio Mic Systems Epic Comparison ruclips.net/video/d0waTFJQdts/видео.html
      Windproofing a lavalier Microphone Trick for outdoor Audio Recording ruclips.net/video/whuthtNchkI/видео.html
      Where do I hide my mic ? ruclips.net/video/mq4so1DUKR8/видео.html
      How Pros mount & HIDE Lavalier Microphones, Transmitters & Recorders ruclips.net/video/6QKO1B_pkZ8/видео.html
      Why NOT to stick a microphone in your hair ruclips.net/video/devmHFaDWYM/видео.html
      Audio Post Processing for Videos ruclips.net/video/Gs6Yh1TfU20/видео.html
      Audio Series wrap up, misc stuff ruclips.net/video/zgQYKtBLmKg/видео.html

    • @DynamicLearning4u
      @DynamicLearning4u 4 месяца назад

      @@MarkusPix thank you very much

  • @nicknico4121
    @nicknico4121 11 месяцев назад

    The airplane company lets you embark with a carry-on containing a tripod? Or do you leave the carry-on in the cargo section for the duration of the flight (just before embarking)?

    • @MarkusPix
      @MarkusPix  11 месяцев назад

      Why wouldn't they let me carry on a tripod? Never had a problem

  • @theazurian2778
    @theazurian2778 5 месяцев назад

    Kinda curious but do you have any tripod that can be a hybrid? I want to buy a travel tripod that can be used as a camera tripod but can also be converted to a lightstand that goes about 7 feet. Like maybe the internal extention can be swapped out for a longer piece. Any reccomandations? Im currently looking at peak design or ulanzi and perhaps if possible buy a few extention pieces.

    • @MarkusPix
      @MarkusPix  5 месяцев назад

      ruclips.net/video/kS8FakWISHo/видео.html
      ruclips.net/video/MfGjJGUFNgY/видео.html
      ruclips.net/video/20O1NQj218o/видео.htmlsi=pQURjCdxz7Tt1IJM

    • @theazurian2778
      @theazurian2778 5 месяцев назад

      @@MarkusPix holy shit thank you so much!!! I did not know they existed!

  • @Jwitherow1964
    @Jwitherow1964 11 месяцев назад

    Yahoo tell us about that camera bag

  • @DoughboyGod
    @DoughboyGod 11 месяцев назад

    💎💎💎💎💎💎

  • @TruthRising_TV
    @TruthRising_TV 11 месяцев назад

    Marcus i am getting heavily involved in news broadcasting could you please provide a link to the video head shown in this video, im struggling without a video head

    • @MarkusPix
      @MarkusPix  11 месяцев назад +1

      Not sure if they sell the video head separately, but I put all the options and links in the description box below

  • @mostoriginalpictureszw
    @mostoriginalpictureszw 11 месяцев назад

    ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @Design475
    @Design475 11 месяцев назад

    Hi Markus, what kind of carry on case are you using?

    • @MarkusPix
      @MarkusPix  11 месяцев назад +1

      Think Tank Airport Roller Derby

    • @Design475
      @Design475 11 месяцев назад

      @@MarkusPix thanks!

  • @patrickcadette
    @patrickcadette 11 месяцев назад

    😁😁😁👍👍👍

  • @Media-oq9ux
    @Media-oq9ux 11 месяцев назад

    Who has more fun than you sir?

  • @CassidyHansen
    @CassidyHansen 10 месяцев назад

    amazing but obviously not super stable

    • @MarkusPix
      @MarkusPix  10 месяцев назад

      This is an ultra lightweight travel tripod, not a studio tripod. But for the cameras I put in it, it is more than stable enough

  • @danncorbit3623
    @danncorbit3623 11 месяцев назад

    I didn't see any links, so I just went and bought one (Fotopro X-AIRCROSS 2). I guess they would give you money for affiliate links, like most people do.