Gitzo Series 2, Leveling Reporter 6X Carbon Fiber 3 Section Tripod Legs with G-Lock, Maximum Load 26.4 lbs. Maximum Height 62.6"

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  • Lightweight (5)
  • Good stability (4)
  • Folds small (3)
  • Unfolds quickly (3)
  • Good footing (2)
  • Locks in tight (2)
  • Anti-twist leg lock (1)
  • Carbon fiber (1)
  • Durable (1)
  • Easily adjusted (1)
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  • Pricey (2)
  • Delicate carbon fiber (1)

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  • Stabilization (3)
  • Travel (3)
  • Landscapes (2)
  • Long exposures (2)
  • Outdoors (2)
  • Architechture (1)
  • Hiking (1)
  • Indoor photography (1)
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Gitzo Series 2, Mountaineer Reporter 6X Carbon Fiber 4 Section Tripod Legs with G-Lock and Geared Center Column, Maximum Load 26.4 lbs. Maximum Height 62.6"

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Model GT2530LVL, GT2540G, GT2541L
UPC 719821268642
Maximum Capacity 20 Lbs & More
Maximum Height 60" to 72"
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Gitzo Series 2, Leveling Reporter 6X Carbon Fiber 3 Section Tripod Legs with G-Lock, Maximum Load 26.4 lbs. Maximum Height 62.6" Reviews

 

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[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

Gitzo Series 2, Leveling Reporter 6X Carbon Fiber 3 Section Tripod Legs with G-Lock, Maximum Load 26.4 lbs. Maximum Height 62.6" Review

Sturdy and flexible

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Durable
  • Easy to use
  • High Quality
  • Lightweight

    Cons

  • Expensive

    Best Uses

  • Indoor photography
  • Outdoor photography
  • Travel photography
 

"I've had this tripod for about two months now. I chose it to match an Arca-Swiss MONOBALL Z1 head.



Some the thoughts that went into buying this:



I wanted a tripod with a leveling column to give me flexibility on sloping or uneven surfaces.



I wanted a tripod that would support all my camera …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Feb 10 2008
musickna
St. Louis, MO
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Gitzo Series 2, Leveling Reporter 6X Carbon Fiber 3 Section Tripod Legs with G-Lock, Maximum Load 26.4 lbs. Maximum Height 62.6" Review

Fantastic lightweight and sturdy tripod.

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Easily Adjusted
  • Good Footing
  • Lightweight
  • Locks In Tight
  • Smooth Movement
  • More »

    Cons

  • Delicate Carbon Fiber

    Best Uses

  • Hiking
  • Landscapes
  • Travel
 

"I use my 2541L mostly for landscape work (and occasional commercial jobs). A typical load is a Canon 5D and 16-35, 24-70, or 70-200 2.8 lens. I occasionally use a 400 5.6 with good results. I bought this tripod to replace a Manfrotto 055. Besides having three legs, there is really no comparison.

…"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Apr 10 2008
Dan
Nova Scotia, Canada
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Gitzo Series 2, Leveling Reporter 6X Carbon Fiber 3 Section Tripod Legs with G-Lock, Maximum Load 26.4 lbs. Maximum Height 62.6" Review

Very light, very sturdy

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Good Footing
  • Lightweight
  • Locks In Tight
  • Rugged

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Outdoor Photography
  • Travel
 

"I upgraded to this tripod from a Manfrotto because of the increased height with the center column down at a comparable weight and have not been disappointed. Regardless if you shoot wildlife or work a scene for an extended time, the fact of being able to have the camera at eye level with the center …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jun 19 2008
mkowalski
Longmont, CO
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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Gitzo Series 2, Leveling Reporter 6X Carbon Fiber 3 Section Tripod Legs with G-Lock, Maximum Load 26.4 lbs. Maximum Height 62.6" Review

Best tripod I ever owned

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Folds Small
  • Good Stability
  • Lightweight
  • Unfolds Quickly

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Stabilization
 

"I use this tripod with a Really Right Stuff [BH-40] ball head and my Nikon D300. Super fast setup and break down and solid as a mountain. Very light weight so I don't mind carrying it into the field. I have always used Bogen-Manfrotto gear before, but the Gitzo line is the best. The center column al …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jul 8 2008
Photo Joe
Schenectady, NY
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  • Still photographer
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Gitzo Series 2, Leveling Reporter 6X Carbon Fiber 3 Section Tripod Legs with G-Lock, Maximum Load 26.4 lbs. Maximum Height 62.6" Review

The Best

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Anti-Twist Leg Lock
  • Carbon Fiber
  • Folds Small
  • Good Stability
  • Leveling Column
  • More »

    Cons

  • Pricey

    Best Uses

  • Architechture
  • Landscapes
  • Long Exposures
  • Panoramas
  • Photography
  • More »
 

"Best money can get, excellent vibration absorption, ultra light weight, very stable. Though a bit on the pricey side, this thing will last you forever. Also it's got Life Time Warranty(USA)... "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jan 29 2008
Li
Lewisville, Tx
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