The Freewell FW-T1 Carbon Fibre Real Travel Tripod with Ball Head is a lightweight and compact travel tripod designed to be convenient to transport and versatile in its performance. It has a maximum height of 150cm and a load capacity of 5kg, but folds down to a compact size of 42.8cm and weighs only 900g, allowing for easy storage in a backpack or large camera bag. The tripod features 5-section carbon fibre legs that can be easily opened and folded with a twist, providing a slim diameter. Its centre column is removable and reversible, enabling low-perspective shooting, and it can also separate into a short column when the legs are spread wide. Additionally, the tripod includes a ballast hook for enhanced stability. For situations where a full tripod may be too cumbersome or slow, such as shooting action or wildlife, the centre column can be removed and paired with one of the tripod legs to create a practical monopod.
The ball head of this tripod combines the desirable aspects of both a classic ball head and a pan head. It incorporates a pan handle that ensures smooth panoramic tracking shots when shooting videos. The ball head is equipped with an Arca-type quick release set, and the included plate has a built-in smartphone clamp, enhancing the tripod's versatility.
This tripod also includes several thoughtful additions to improve the shooting experience. There are two 1/4"-20 accessory mounts on the leg apex and another one on the ball head, allowing for easy attachment of accessories like microphones, monitors, or other desired equipment to create a customised shooting setup. Furthermore, the tripod comes with an Airtag compartment, enabling the tracking of its location to avoid misplacement or loss.
