Velbon Ultra MAXi S Tripod

Pros: Very small and light, Full height tripod, Fast setup, Smooth head

Cons: Slightly flexible legs, Affected by wind due to light weight

The Bottom Line: The Velbon Ultra MAXi-S is a great tripod for anyone with an average size and weight camera, with an average focal length lens who needs the mobility this provides.

Review: I bought this tripod to take hiking with me and it does that job better than anything I have ever seen. Folded this tripod is absolutely tiny and very light. It looks and feels like a toy. But extended this pod is nearly as tall as a full sized pod ...