It remains available from retailers with a largely similar list price that goes all the way back to launch.

So how do you improve on a tried and tested design?

But thats still a high price for an aluminum travel tripod.

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Cost aside, the main difference between the carbon fibre and aluminum options is weight.

Plus, the head isnt interchangeable so you couldnt swap it out for a gimbal head instead.

The tripod plate uses the Arca Swiss design so its compatible with L brackets, which is great.

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This is a clever design that mirrors that of the tripod as a whole.

When it comes to operation, the Peak Design is quick and easy to set up.

It certainly doesnt impact usability and these can be easily dismantled for cleaning and maintenance which is always useful.

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Cameras used included a premium compact, an APS-C mirrorless camera and a full-frame mirrorless camera.

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Peak Design Travel Tripod carry bag

Peak Design Travel Tripod folded on the ground

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Peak Design Travel Tripod main leg locks

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Peak Design Travel Tripod clip type leg lock

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Peak Design Travel Tripod at minimum height

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