This is a good carbon fiber travel tripod that, when folded, is very compact.

ordered this K&F Concept X-Series 68 inch/172cm Carbon Fiber Camera Tripod to replace an aging travel tripod.I always take a tripod when I travel. Despite that, I rarely use one. It's just not convenient (or comfortable) to carry a tripod around all day in addition to a load of camera gear. And, most "travel tripods" are just not stable enough for my Fuji GFX100s with a GF lens attached.K&F Concept addresses the weight vs. stability issue by using carbon fiber. It's strong and dimensionally stable but still light. Even with the ball head attached, this tripod comes in at under 3.5 pounds. When folded, it's just 19.5 inches long, so it will fit into most carry-on bags or strapped to the side or bottom of a backpack.The BH-30 ball head operates smoothly and tightens down to prevent any camera movement. The legs extend by unscrewing a knob. This is not my favorite adjustment method, as I've run into situations in the past where sand and dirt begin to affect the smooth operation of the knobs. That said, the legs adjust smoothly and lock down tight.This is certainly not the lightest tripod available, but for the price it offers a good value.

I ordered this K&F Concept X-Series 68 inch/172cm Carbon Fiber Camera Tripod to replace an aging travel tripod.

I always take a tripod when I travel. Despite that, I rarely use one. It's just not convenient (or comfortable) to carry a tripod around all day in addition to a load of camera gear. And, most "travel tripods" are just not stable enough for my Fuji GFX100s with a GF lens attached.

K&F Concept addresses the weight vs. stability issue by using carbon fiber. It's strong and dimensionally stable but still light. Even with the ball head attached, this tripod comes in at under 3.5 pounds. When folded, it's just 19.5 inches long, so it will fit into most carry-on bags or strapped to the side or bottom of a backpack.

The BH-30 ball head operates smoothly and tightens down to prevent any camera movement. The legs extend by unscrewing a knob. This is not my favorite adjustment method, as I've run into situations in the past where sand and dirt begin to affect the smooth operation of the knobs. That said, the legs adjust smoothly and lock down tight.

This is certainly not the lightest tripod available, but for the price it offers a good value.

Excellent carbon fiber tripod that folds up nicely. Very lightweight but still sturdy. Excellent for travel.

like the fact that this tripod is lightweight and the carbon fiber makes it a sturdy travel tripod. I had some trouble with one of the legs not being properly extended. However, I think it just stuck temporarily because it was new. Legs straighten and lower now flawlessly. I haven't played with it enough to get comfortable with all the features, but the couple of times I've used it while traveling it works perfectly. I have to practice with the ball head so my camera doesn't wobble back and forth. The clamping device used to secure the camera is a screw type grip and I'm not very happy with the security that provides. I wish it had a better trigger, more like a quick release button that allows the camera to be held and released more securely, on the footplate that goes from the camera to the ball head mount. Otherwise, I find this a very useful and sufficient tripod to take the suitcase with you when travelling.

This is my third tripod and by far my favorite. I can't wait to take it for photography.

I was looking all over Amazon for a "travel" tripod... I knew I wanted one under 2 pounds, made of carbon fiber and metal, something compact, with a twist knob and a ball head. I finally came across this one and hesitated because of the price...I decided to bite the bullet and check it out. The packaging was not damaged at all. Once I opened it I was blown away how light and compact it was. I stood it up as high as it went and tested how sturdy it was. I was very impressed. It was exactly what I wanted. The entire tripod is made of strong carbon fiber, the twist knobs are made of metal with rubber grips over them. The ball head is also made of metal. It has a level and compass on the top where you put your camera at. The adjustment knobs on the top of the tripod are made of a strong polymer. For someone who literally will just pick up and go to take photos, travel, backpack, or whatever, it is perfect. It does lack some features, however, those features were not included in the information of the tripod so it is not worth mentioning. Quick summary, it is everything K&F says it is, for the value of this product, it is worth getting!

Best tripod I’ve owned!