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2016-12-13T18:53:11

Rated 5 out of 5

Very good product at a very good price

This is an excellent compact tripod that extends to a very useful height and is rather solid. If more stability is needed, one can hang a backpack or other weight from the hook. Easy setup/packing.

Martin A.

2015-11-24T14:05:39

Rated 5 out of 5

Better than expected

Love the lightness and compactness of the fold up legs, I head into the backcountry a lot and this will be great and looks like it will handle anything I encounter

TAMRA D.

2014-08-30T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great little tripod

This is a well built tripod. Fits in a carry on suitcase easily. On the heavy side, which is good. Makes for a sturdy solid support. I have been using it for a year now and still love it.

FRANKLIN R.

2014-05-04T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Easy to use & Sturdy

I like how sturdy this tripod is & its size when folded up.

DAWNA M.

2014-04-08T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Really nice little tripod!

This completes my travel kit. I was very pleased with the quality of this little tripod. Small but sturdy, it will strap to my carry-on quite well. It's not for really heavy equipment but like I said, it's a great portable tripod and the price was right!

JOHN S.

2014-02-05T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Best all-around Tripod for travel

I had been looking for a ball-head tripod that was study, lightweight and easy to use for travel. Gitzos had been at the top of everyone's list, but they were just far too expensive for my budget. The 3Pod Compact Carbon Tripod with Ball Head is the best, most easy to use tripod I have found to suit my purposes and it's very reasonably priced. I am a 5'7" woman of average build, and this will pack nicely in my backpack on daily photographic excursions. I would highly recommend this tripod to anyone who needs the convenience of a tripod suitable for travel.

JANE C.

3Pod Compact Specifications

About 3Pod Compact

The P5ARH from 3POD may be the sharpest tripod system we've created yet. Tough, yet lightweight aluminum construction and anodized blue accents contribute to both a stunning appearance and a superior wear-resistant finish.

The legs feature 180° of motion, folding up around the center column for an amazingly compact traveling height of 12", and with the entire unit weighing in at a svelte 3lbs, there's nothing to stop you from carrying it with you anywhere you go.

The center column can be expanded to give the system a full height of 56.3".A convenient retractable weight hook provides additional stability as well as a place to hang accessories.

Each 4-sectioned telescoping leg features three position settings, and can locked in place individually for perfect stability on uneven terrain. The double-jacketed twist-locks are fortified with a cutting-edge, wear-resistant internal structure making them immune to dust, moisture, and changes in temperature, as well as the gradual loosening over time that can occur in inferior locking mechanisms.

K3 Hydraulic Professional Ballhead:
The included K3 professional ballhead is elegantly designed for optimal weight distribution. The scratch-resistant carbon body employs advanced CNC forging technology and a hard protective finish for a wear-free appearance.

The K3 features enhanced hydraulic damping and 360° of smooth, jitter-free rotation. Two bubble levels are built directly into the ballhead for easy calibration. A sliding quick-release plate with a universal 1/4" mounting screw is also included with the ballhead, and attaches to the head via a flip lock clamp mechanism.

Key Features

  • Abrasion resistant aluminumaccented construction
  • Anodized blue accents
  • Seamlessly telescoping legs
  • Retractable weight/accessory hook
  • 180 movement in legs for space-saving compact folding and storage
  • Dual sectioned center column

What's in the box:

  • P5ARH Reversible Travel Tripod
  • K3 Hydraulic Ballhead
  • 1/4" Universal Mounting Screw
  • Built-in Bubble Levels
  • Padded Carrying Case with Accessory Pocket
  • Mini Toolkit