[Aluminum] Mounted my 200-500 Nikon VR lens on my D850 camera and shot the moon last week. This was the test I was looking for in a new Tripod. This one passed with flying colors. Excellent for the price!

[Yes] This is one truly great tripod. I have two other tripods. One is the Manfrotto 055MF4, which is also a carbon fiber tripod. It maybe sturdy but is still somewhat heavy. The tripod alone weights 5.3 lbs. Add a decent Ball Head it would be about 10 lbs. So for non-critical photo trips I would carry a MeFoto 5-section aluminum tripod. Compare to the Manfrotto tripod the MeFoto one is lighter and shorter when fully folded . However it's not as sturdy. When the camera is mounted, the tripod legs would squat outward. Also under windy condition it vibrates. So when I saw the ad for this tripod I was somewhat skeptical. After I read all the rave reviews I decided to take a plunge. Once I received this Fofopro tripod it was love at first sight. I am really surprised how intelligent the design of this tripod is: The way the retractable center column screw head for the hook would come out, The conversion to a monopod, the reverse folding legs, the spikes that hide under the rubber boots, etc. Also I can't believe how light this Fotopro tripod is. It's even lighter than the 5-section MeFoto travel tripod. I attached my camera (D850 with 24-70, F/2.8 lens) to it and it felt solidly sturdy. It has the feel of quality material and workmanship. It's not battle tested yet, but it seems to be a winner!

[Twist Lock] Coming from a $70 tripod, right out of the box I fell in love with the feeling, smoothness, looks, and how sturdy it was. Building great confidence already. I've been saving and looking for a long time now, with a great discount I didn't hesitate on this. I know I'll be using this for many many years! Would I pay full for this? No. But at the discount, having a much sturdier, quicker setup is 100% worth the investment. 5/5!!

[Ball Head] The Fotoptro X-Go Max is strong, light weight, built with no imperfections or rough edges - a work of art.

[+90° to 0°] Lightweight, solid construction.
Easy to use, compatible with additional heads.
Stable with a larger camera.


Works for me!

[Yes] Very impressive for the price. Very solid and stable, easily raised and lowered. The ball head is easy to adjust and seems quite soild as well. Already used it as a monopod and love that convertible feature! The pouch for belt mounting the monopod is a thoughtful touch as well. I've been eyeing carbon fiber tripods for years, glad I took the plunge!

[Aluminum] This is the Best tripod I have purchased. Super Solid.

[Yes] This is a very high quality tripod.
Worth every penny.
I really love this Carbon fiber tripod and it come with a nice ball head.
This tripod feels beefy but is also nice and light.

[Twist Lock] Light but solid ! So small and light. Now I'm able to bring a tripod with me all the time. And love the monopod option. So so glad of this purchase !

[Yes] I had seen the Fotopro Tripods at the PhotoPlus Convention here in NYC and was impressed with their quality. Purchased from B&H the following day. The fit and Finnish is first class. Leg Locks are quick and secure. Tripod folds to 18.5 inches and extends to 6 feet --note* the dimensions B&H List in their description are incorrect and not for the X-Go Max Model. Suggest you go to the Fotopro web site for correct dimensions.