The Gitzo GT1542 Mountaineer Series 1 Carbon Fiber Tripodfrom Gitzo GT1542 Mountaineer Series 1 Carbon Fiber Tripodfeatures Carbon eXact tubing, which includes High Modulus carbon fiber in the lower leg sections, adding to their diameters and making the tripod more rigid and stronger than its predecessor. The GT1542 has a load capacity of 39.7 lb, extends to a maximum height of 62.6", and folds down to 21.3" for transport.

The center column on the tripod can be removed for Ground Level Set, which enables the tripod to reach its lowest height of 5.9". Its four-section legs are secured with twist locks that incorporate G-lock Ultra, which has an internal O-ring to prevent dust and particles from entering the leg system. The top spider has been redesigned to add rigidity and large leg angle selectors give you more area to grip when readjusting leg angles. A ballast hook on the center column allows you to add weight to increase the tripod's stability.

Load Capacity: 39.7 lb    Max Height: 62.6"    Min Height: 5.9"    Folded Length: 21.3"    Leg Sections: 4    Weight: 2.8 lb    Carbon eXact Tubing    G-Lock Ultra Twist Locks    Redesigned Top Spider

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. With the center column removed, what is the folded length?

A: 23.25 inches

Q: 2. Hi, I would like to film in very low mode. Can the center column be mounted upside down?

A: Just unscrew the hanger at the bottom of the center post, unlock the center post and mountupside down. Distance from the ground can be adjusted and center post screw retightened.Works great!FL Doyle

Q: 3. Is the GT1542 heavy enough to accommodate the Wimberley WH-200 Gimbel?

A: It would work, but probably feel more grounded and stable if the WH-200 were used with a slightly heavier and stiffer tripod. Depending on your needs, a series 2, 3, or 4 tripod might be slightly better, but the excellent weight-height-stiffness ratio of the Mountaineer GT1542 does make it appealing.

Q: 4. What is the mounting diameter of the top disc?

A: the diameter of the GT1532 disk is 5 cm.

Q: 5. Is B & H an authorized Gitzo dealer ? If not will it not be possible to obtain extended 10 year warranty for Gitzo tripod ?

A: Yes, we are absolutely an authorized Gitzo dealer.

Q: 6. How is Max Height measured? With center column fully extended? Half extended? Thank you.

A: The Specifications tab on our website for the Gitzo GT0532 Mountaineer Series 0 Carbon Fiber Tripod states that the maximum working height without the center column raised is 42.5" (108 cm), and the maximum working height (with the center column fully raised) is 52" (132.1 cm).

Q: 7. Does the Gitzo GT1542 Mountaineer Series 1 Carbon Fiber TripodGitzo GT1542 Mountaineer Series 1 Carbon Fiber Tripod have ANTI LEG ROTATION?This information is stated on many of the other Gitzo tripods, but I can't find it for this model.

A: Yes, the Gitzo GT1542 has anti-leg rotation.

Q: 8. Has this tripod been discontinued? Is a new model imminent?

A: As of the date/time of this reply, no, the Gitzo GT2532 Mountaineer Series 2 Carbon Fiber Tripod has not been discontinued. Gitzo has not released a press release concerning a replacement to the above tripod.

Q: 9. Where can I find replacement feet for a Gitzo GT1541 Mountaineer tripod? The Gitzo website does not list these and ebay only has Chinese after market feet which appear to have a round foot and not a conical foot.

A: Contact Gitzo.

Q: 10. I have a GT1542T and the Series 1 Traveler Disc wiggles slightly, even when tightened as much as possible. Has anyone else experienced that and if so, how do you fix it?

A: So that we may best assist you, please email us describing the disk and it's issue. provideo@bhphoto.com.