Benro A-198EX Aluminum Flexpod
NB: Benro Tripods come with a carrying case - cases may vary.
The Benro A-198EX Flexpod Tripod Legs are a sophisticated tripod made for those who want to do some macro shooting with the camera facing directly at the ground, or perhaps even pointing under the legs themselves. Beyond this function, it's a solid 4-section 'flip lock' aluminum model with enough creature comforts to make vacations a little more pleasant with the tripod.
The A-198EX's 24mm diameter upper leg segments provide rigidity necessary for full-sized SLRs with somewhat larger telephotos, and you'll also get a 'working height' of 51.6", a height that leaves the viewfinder high enough that you won't hurt your back even with the column fully collapsed. The tripod's officially rated to support 13.2 lbs (6kg), and Benro recommends it for SLRs with lenses of up to 200mm focal length.
The A-198EX's flip-lever leg locks are of the newest technology, and provide reliable and fast use with just a small motion necessary. Benro also has developed a rigid aluminum tubing that's just 1.2mm thick, which along with the extensive use of magnesium in the castings allows this tripod to weigh only ~4 lbs (1.8kg)-a tolerable amount, and just a few ounces more than its fixed-center-column sibling.
Key Features
- A fast and easy travel-friendly tripod, with the added benefit of a lateral arm function
- A distinct lock allows center column to be deployed at 0-90° relative to the 'normal' position
- Great for use with longer telephoto macro lenses while pointed at the ground around the tripod
- Magnesium and aluminum alloy combination
- Foam-padded upper leg segment eases handling in cold weather
- Individual leg angle locks (24, 55, & 80°)
- Tripod's crown has 3 set screws to safely affix any tripod head
- Weight hook at bottom of center column helps aid stability by allowing you to place your camera bag on it for a lower center of gravity
- Dual metal spike and soft rubber leg tips
- Maximum upper leg diameter of 24mm
- Includes a case with shoulder strap
