Gitzo Traveler Series 2 Tripod Kit with Ball Head

The largest Traveler kit pairs GT2545T Series 2 legs with a GH1382QD centre ball head. Tubes run 18.2 to 29 mm carbon, so the rated safety payload climbs to 12 kg while the folded package stays at 44.5 cm thanks to the 180 degree leg rotation.

Total weight is 1.84 kg, maximum height 165.5 cm, and minimum height 33.2 cm with the head fitted. The head panning lock is separate from the ball, so the horizon can be levelled once and held through a sweep. This is the Traveler to buy if you are carrying a full-frame body and a fast zoom rather than a compact kit.