Description
Product Highlights
55.5″ Maximum Height
Basalt/Carbon Fiber Composite Legs
Center Column Splits for Low-Angle Shots
16 lb Load Capacity
Weighs Only 2.8 lb
Folds Down to Just 16″
Retractable Spikes in Feet
The Velbon GEO E540 4-Section Carbon Fiber Tripod features lightweight, sturdy legs that are actually composed of a carbon fiber and basalt composite. This hybrid material affords greater strength and rigidity for supporting DSLR cameras outfitted with heavier telephoto lenses. With a maximum height of 55.5″ and a load capacity of 16 lb, the tripod still weighs in at only 2.8 lb.
The legs of the E540 feature quick-lever locks and a spiral-etched surface that makes their retraction and extension smoother and faster. The legs fold down to only 16″, so the tripod fits easily into a carry-on bag or even a backpack for convenient transport.
For shooting on rough terrain, each leg hides a spike. This emerges by twisting and retracting the rubber foot, which is ideal for smooth, slippery surfaces.
Multi-use pochette doubles as a stone bag (for added stability in windy conditions) and as a tripod carry strap/bag Quick-release lever allows you to lift the rapid center column The center column splits into two sections and the legs spread wide to facilitate low-angle shooting
Specification:
| General | |
| Load Capacity | 16 lb (7.3 kg) |
| Head Attachment Fitting | 1/4″-20 |
| Maximum Height | 55.5″ (141.0 cm) |
| Maximum Height w/o Column Extended | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Minimum Height | 5.5″ (14.1 cm) |
| Folded Length | 16″ (40.6 cm) |
| Weight | 2.76 lb (1.25 kg) |
| Legs | |
| Material | Carbon fiber & basalt |
| Leg Stages/Sections | 4-Mar |
| Diameter | Max. leg section: 0.98″ (25mm) |
| Leg Lock Type | Quick lever |
| Independent Leg Spread | Yes |
| Spiked/Retractable Feet | Yes/yes |
| Center Brace | No |
| Center Column | |
| Center Column Type | Rapid (can be split for low-angle shots) |
| Center Column Sections | 2 |