MeFoto Travel Tripod-$50-B&H daily deal $50

MeFoto Travel Tripod-$50-B&H daily deal $50 · **2 Likes**

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**UncleVanya** · 02-11-2019, 12:52 PM

I attempted to buy one... Weird error however. I'll see what happens.

**Des** · 02-11-2019, 02:17 PM

That's a very good price and a well-featured product. A tripod with this sort of weight capacity (8kg/17lb) that folds up to 12" (30cm) and extends to 5' 8" (173cm) is an appealing travel option. The quick setup looks good too.

But to my mind even 1.4kg is more than I'd want to carry as a travel tripod. Take a look at these ones too as they fold up to a similar size but weigh only about 1kg (2lb) including head:
Sirui T-005SK T-0S Series Travel Tripod with B-00 Ball SUT005SK
Sirui T-25SK T-0S Series Travel Tripod with B-00 Ball SUT025SK
Slightly smaller capacity (13lb/6kg) but still plenty for most travellers. Lower max height (4' 6"/136cm) but that's the trade-off. I got the CF one recently and it's an engineering masterpiece. Good quality ballhead too.

**jlstrawman** · 02-11-2019, 02:24 PM

Black is not included.

**UncleVanya** · 02-11-2019, 02:56 PM

Originally posted by jlstrawman

Black is not included.

Titanium isn't either.

**Perfessor5646** · 02-12-2019, 07:39 AM

Looks like I just ordered the last Orange one for $59.00.

bdery · 02-12-2019, 07:47 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Des

That's a very good price and a well-featured product. A tripod with this sort of weight capacity (8kg/17lb) that folds up to 12" (30cm) and extends to 5' 8" (173cm) is an appealing travel option. The quick setup looks good too.

But to my mind even 1.4kg is more than I'd want to carry as a travel tripod. Take a look at these ones too as they fold up to a similar size but weigh only about 1kg (2lb) including head:
Sirui T-005SK T-0S Series Travel Tripod with B-00 Ball SUT005SK
Sirui T-25SK T-0S Series Travel Tripod with B-00 Ball SUT025SK
Slightly smaller capacity (13lb/6kg) but still plenty for most travellers. Lower max height (4' 6"/136cm) but that's the trade-off. I got the CF one recently and it's an engineering masterpiece. Good quality ballhead too.

For someone who just want a good deal, the MeFoto is compelling. For someone really interested in getting a great travel tripod, the Sirui T-025X, now replaced by the T-25SK, is a much better option.

**Des** · 02-12-2019, 02:05 PM

Originally posted by bdery

For someone really interested in getting a great travel tripod, the Sirui T-025X, now replaced by the T-25SK, is a much better option.

I'm grateful to you for the recommendation in the recent thread on travel tripods.

**UncleVanya** · 02-12-2019, 02:20 PM

Originally posted by bdery

For someone who just want a good deal, the MeFoto is compelling. For someone really interested in getting a great travel tripod, the Sirui T-025X, now replaced by the T-25SK, is a much better option.

Have you used both?

bdery · 02-13-2019, 06:11 AM

Originally posted by UncleVanya

Have you used both?

Handled the MeFoto in a trade show, actually. It's less robust, seems more prone to vibrations, and the head is significantly cheaper. It's not bad, and at the greatly reduced price it's a good deal, but it's not the best choice..

**UncleVanya** · 02-13-2019, 06:47 PM

Originally posted by bdery

Handled the MeFoto in a trade show, actually. It's less robust, seems more prone to vibrations, and the head is significantly cheaper. It's not bad, and at the greatly reduced price it's a good deal, but it's not the best choice..

That's helpful. Aluminum is typically not as dampening as carbon for sure.

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02-11-2019, 02:17 PM	#3
Des Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Victoria Australia Photos: Albums Posts: 6,423	That's a very good price and a well-featured product. A tripod with this sort of weight capacity (8kg/17lb) that folds up to 12" (30cm) and extends to 5' 8" (173cm) is an appealing travel option. The quick setup looks good too. But to my mind even 1.4kg is more than I'd want to carry as a travel tripod. Take a look at these ones too as they fold up to a similar size but weigh only about 1kg (2lb) including head: Sirui T-005SK T-0S Series Travel Tripod with B-00 Ball SUT005SK Sirui T-25SK T-0S Series Travel Tripod with B-00 Ball SUT025SK Slightly smaller capacity (13lb/6kg) but still plenty for most travellers. Lower max height (4' 6"/136cm) but that's the trade-off. I got the CF one recently and it's an engineering masterpiece. Good quality ballhead too. Last edited by Des; 02-11-2019 at 05:12 PM.

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UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,404	I attempted to buy one... Weird error however. I'll see what happens.

02-11-2019, 02:24 PM	#4
jlstrawman Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Midwest US Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,058	Black is not included.

02-11-2019, 02:56 PM	#5
UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,404	Originally posted by jlstrawman Black is not included. Titanium isn't either.

02-12-2019, 07:39 AM	#6
Perfessor5646 Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Louisville, KY Photos: Albums Posts: 605	Looks like I just ordered the last Orange one for $59.00.

02-12-2019, 07:47 AM - 1 Like	#7
bdery Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Quebec city, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,357	Originally posted by Des That's a very good price and a well-featured product. A tripod with this sort of weight capacity (8kg/17lb) that folds up to 12" (30cm) and extends to 5' 8" (173cm) is an appealing travel option. The quick setup looks good too. But to my mind even 1.4kg is more than I'd want to carry as a travel tripod. Take a look at these ones too as they fold up to a similar size but weigh only about 1kg (2lb) including head: Sirui T-005SK T-0S Series Travel Tripod with B-00 Ball SUT005SK Sirui T-25SK T-0S Series Travel Tripod with B-00 Ball SUT025SK Slightly smaller capacity (13lb/6kg) but still plenty for most travellers. Lower max height (4' 6"/136cm) but that's the trade-off. I got the CF one recently and it's an engineering masterpiece. Good quality ballhead too. For someone who just want a good deal, the MeFoto is compelling. For someone really interested in getting a great travel tripod, the Sirui T-025X, now replaced by the T-25SK, is a much better option.

02-12-2019, 02:05 PM	#8
Des Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Victoria Australia Photos: Albums Posts: 6,423	Originally posted by bdery For someone really interested in getting a great travel tripod, the Sirui T-025X, now replaced by the T-25SK, is a much better option. I'm grateful to you for the recommendation in the recent thread on travel tripods.

02-12-2019, 02:20 PM	#9
UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,404	Originally posted by bdery For someone who just want a good deal, the MeFoto is compelling. For someone really interested in getting a great travel tripod, the Sirui T-025X, now replaced by the T-25SK, is a much better option. Have you used both?

02-13-2019, 06:11 AM	#10
bdery Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Quebec city, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,357	Originally posted by UncleVanya Have you used both? Handled the MeFoto in a trade show, actually. It's less robust, seems more prone to vibrations, and the head is significantly cheaper. It's not bad, and at the greatly reduced price it's a good deal, but it's not the best choice..

02-13-2019, 06:47 PM	#11
UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,404	Originally posted by bdery Handled the MeFoto in a trade show, actually. It's less robust, seems more prone to vibrations, and the head is significantly cheaper. It's not bad, and at the greatly reduced price it's a good deal, but it's not the best choice.. That's helpful. Aluminum is typically not as dampening as carbon for sure.