{"id":33808,"date":"2017-06-30T07:00:43","date_gmt":"2017-06-30T11:00:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/?p=33808"},"modified":"2017-06-29T16:51:45","modified_gmt":"2017-06-29T20:51:45","slug":"field-test-a-lightweight-travel-tripod-for-video","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/field-test-a-lightweight-travel-tripod-for-video\/","title":{"rendered":"Field Test: A Lightweight Travel Tripod for Video"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>I have been looking to get a travel tripod that allows me to shoot video for quite some time now. For over 10 years now, I have been lugging an older version of both the<a href=\"http:\/\/www.adorama.com\/bgmt055cxp3.html\"> Manfrotto MT055CXPRO3 Tripod<\/a>\u00a0(<span class=\"dynamic-data\" data-type=\"price\" data-sku=\"BGMT055CXP3\"><\/span>) and their 503 Video Head. I have carried this tripod with me all over the world and while it has served me very well, it is most definitely a heavy piece of gear. The total weight of this combined package is a whopping 7.9lbs (3.6Kgs) and the compact dimensions are 24.4\u201d (62cm). \u00a0Many times I bring it with me on the trip, but then leave it in the hotel as the extra weight seems like a terrible idea when hiking up a 3,700-meter mountain. There have definitely been shots I wish I could have taken, but wasn\u2019t able to because I left my tripod behind.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-33809\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_01-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"lightweight travel tripod for video\" width=\"640\" height=\"960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_01-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_01-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_01.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/bgbflvk.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Manfrotto BeFree Live Video Kit<\/a><\/b><\/h2>\n<p>When I heard about the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/bgbflvk.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> Manfrotto BeFree Live Video Kit<\/a>\u00a0(<span class=\"dynamic-data\" data-type=\"price\" data-sku=\"BGBFLVK\"><\/span>) I was definitely intrigued. This tripod is designed for travelers, bloggers and anyone else who needs a lightweight, portable video tripod. It has a weight of 3.9lbs (1.9Kgs) which is about half as heavy as my other tripod setup. It folds down to a very compact 17\u201d (43cm) while still having a maximum height of 59.5&#8243; (151cm). It also comes with its own carry bag that will easily pack into most carry-on bags. On top of these impressive features, the fact that it also has a ball adjustable, fluid head gave me the incentive to run out and get one before my next trip.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-33811\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_03-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Manfrotto travel tripod case\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_03-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_03-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_03.jpg 1199w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4>Unique folding system<\/h4>\n<p>The BeFree when folded is extremely compact due to the way Manfrotto engineered the legs to fold back on center column all the way up to the head. This allows the tripod to not only be compact when folded, but also have a great compression ratio, how small the tripod packs down versus how tall it is fully extended. At full extension, the tripod is 59.5 inches or just under 5 feet (1,51 meters)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-33812\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_02-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"lightweight travel tripod for video\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_02-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_02-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_02.jpg 1199w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The way you fold, unfold and set your tripod leg spread is through the three-stage leg position locks. The gray lever slips into one of the three positions which from left to right allows you to fold the legs completely up, place the legs in the traditional tripod leg position, or spread the legs wide to get lower to the ground.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-33813\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_04-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"tripod adjustment\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_04-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_04-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_04.jpg 1199w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-33814\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_05-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"tripod adjusted stand\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_05-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_05-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_05.jpg 1199w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33815 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_06-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"adjusted stand of tripod\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_06-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_06-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_06.jpg 1199w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4>Fluid Head<\/h4>\n<p>The BeFree Live is one of the few video tripod heads to not only be a fluid head, but also have a ball adjustment system with spirit level to make leveling very easy. The fluidity of the head is very good, and much better than I expected for such a small and light video head. However the fluid drag is not adjustable, so it requires a bit of care to get very smooth pans and tilts when moving the head slowly. In a more professional setting, this tripod will work extremely well for video shooters who need a very light B or C camera tripod. The ball head adjustment is an awesome feature that will allow you to move the tripod and get the shot much quicker. If you do however find yourself wanting to use a different head, either a photo specific head or one with adjustable fluid drag, you can remove the head by locking the tilt and unscrewing it, revealing a standard 3\/8\u201d screw. You can then attach most tripod heads and for those heads that accept 1\/4\u201d threads Manfrotto has included an adapter. The BeFree head uses Manfrotto\u2019s 501PL Quick Release Plate which is one of the most common video base plates making it simple to switch your camera from one tripod to another.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-33816\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_07-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"lightweight travel tripod fluid head\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_07-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_07-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_07.jpg 1199w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-33817\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_08-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"lightweight travel tripod levelling indicator\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_08-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_08-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_08.jpg 1199w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-33818\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_09-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"lightweight travel tripod head swivel to the right\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_09-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_09-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_09.jpg 1199w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33822 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_10-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"lightweight travel tripod head swivel to the left\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_10-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_10-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_10.jpg 1199w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4>Extending Center Column<\/h4>\n<p>The way this tripod gets to its full height of 59.5&#8243; (151cm) is extending center column. At full extension, you may need to brace the tripod using the hook attachment at the bottom of the column to weigh the tripod down a bit. \u00a0In light winds, adding weight to the tripod should help stabilize it from shaking.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-33819\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_11-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"lightweight travel tripod head extending center column\" width=\"640\" height=\"960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_11-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_11-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_11.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-33820\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_12-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"lightweight travel tripod stabilizer weight hook\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_12-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_12-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_12.jpg 1199w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4>Final thoughts<\/h4>\n<p>There are many things I look at when judging a video tripod. \u00a0Stability, fluidity of movement, weight, compression ratio, build quality, features, and price. When looking for a video travel tripod I am looking for the same features, just in a different order. In order, I am looking at weight, stability, compression ratio, fluidity of the head, build quality, features and price. In my mind I am willing to sacrifice a bit of stability and fluidity in order to get a lower weight, high compression ratio tripod. While all those features are important to weigh against each other, the most important question you need to ask yourself is, will you bring this tripod along with you? The BeFree Live is a definite yes for me. Below is a picture of the BeFree Live on my<a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/pdbsl10bl1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> Peak Design Everyday Sling<\/a>\u00a0( <span class=\"dynamic-data\" data-type=\"price\" data-sku=\"PDBSL10BL1\"><\/span>\u00a0). \u00a0It fits underneath beautifully and I take around with me biking all the time.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33823 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_13-1024x623.jpg\" alt=\"lightweight travel tripod essential accessory for video\" width=\"640\" height=\"389\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_13-1024x623.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_13-300x182.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/BeFree_13.jpg 1204w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When I heard about the Manfrotto BeFree Live Video Kit,  I was definitely intrigued. 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