Gitzo GT3541LS Series 3 Long 6X Carbon Fiber 4-Section Systematic Tripod with G-Lock - Replaces GT3540LS

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Product Feature

• G-Lock system for quick and secure set up.
• 6X carbon fiber increases rigidity and vibration absorbtion.
• Ultra light.
• New design stops legs from rotating.
• High load capacity.

Product Description

Systematic tripods are the strongest and most stable available, and they also offer unsurpassed flexibility. This modular system can be quickly transformed between different configurations depending on the specific needs of a shoot. Choosing the carbon fiber version means you always have the ideal base model for both indoor and outdoor shooting, to which you can add a range of interchangeable center columns for normal use, heavy cameras or video work. Attachment: 3/8'' screw; bubble spirit level; closed length: 21.65 in.; leg angles: 24� . 55� ; 4 leg sections; load capacity: 39.68 lbs.; material: carbon fiber 6X; maximum height: 57.48 in.; minimum height: 3.94 in.; series: 3; weight: 3.79 lbs.

Gitzo GT3541LS Series 3 Long 6X Carbon Fiber 4-Section Systematic Tripod with G-Lock - Replaces GT3540LS Review

UPDATED and corrected 27 Jan 2011: I needed a tripod that would give steady support for my pro body + 500mm + Wimberley head -- and still be lightweight and compact enough to fit in a 25" suitcase. The Gitzo 3541LS fit the bill (Closed length = 21.7", weight 3.7 lb). The max extended height is 57.5". If you are over 6 ft tall* it may give you a backache, especially if you're doing a lot of bird flight photography. The 3541XLS extends to 78" max, but only collapses to 27.6" and weighs 4.0 lb and won't fit into a 25" suitcase. If you're over 6 ft, you may want to consider the XLS. These are very expensive tripods, but for the serious photographer, they're worth every penny.

[*I mistakenly wrote 'If you're over 58"' in my original version of this post, and have now corrected it to "If you're over 6 ft".... I apologize for the goof.]

I do like my G3541LS, and prefer it to the XLS because its smaller collapsed length/weight is better for air travel and the torsional flex in shorter tripod legs is somewhat less. Even at my shortish 68" height, the occasional long, intensive high-angle shoot with a 500mm on the LS can be tough on the back and neck, but I'm willing to live with it -- and so is my chiropractor :)). High-angle is not the best steadiness practice anyway.

By the way, a year or two ago, it was reported that the Gitzo Systematic Series tripod platform can pull out of its mounting ring if the tightening bolt loosens. This could cause a bad crash while you're shouldering your rig. Aftermarket safety retainer plates are now available for about $65. I made one from 3/16" marine ply and a stainless bolt, and it works fine.

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