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Tripods and Heads
We are able to provide all the products from the Gitzo range - these are just the top products that we sell on a regular basis.

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Comments are by John Gravett , Landscape photographer, of Lakeland Photographic Holidays

Gitzo mountaineer GT 2541

Recommended for lightweight camcorders, spotting scopes and DSLRs with 200mm lenses, up to a 300mm maximum. Excellent maximum load capacity and good torsional rigidity, available in 3- and 4-section models at standard and eye level heights. Series 2 is the ideal solution for photographers that are looking for a solid tripod without sacrificing weight.

£450
My everyday tripod - at only 1.4 Kg (3lb) and capable of carrying a 12 Kg load, this tripod is simply brilliant. The g-lock legs can be tightened and loosened with two fingers and by gripping all three locks (per leg) simultaneously, one turn action will loosen each leg, making it one of the quickest tripods to set up. Spreading legs also mean it can work close to ground level. Collapsed it's just short enought to fit in a suitcase, so is also my preferred choice when travelling. What more can I say?

Gitzo Explorer GT2530EX (3 section)

The Explorer is another of our tripods for special applications; a versatile support that opens up new shooting perspectives. Thanks to it's unconventional design, the legs can be set at any angle and moved independently while the center column tilts and rotates freely to any position. The Explorer unleashes its potential when used with a Gitzo off-center ball head, a combination that makes it the ideal tripod for creative photographers, looking for unconventional shots: close to ground, upside down or in tight or awkward spaces. Ideal applications are outdoor macro and nature photography, still life and architectural.

£491.68
This tripod is how the Benbo should have been designed! Independantly locking legs allowing any spread up to horizontal - a simple adjusting mechanism also means that the tension of the leg locks can be set to match your finger strength and the weigh tof the load you are putting on the tripod. Add to this the tilting / swivling column, also on a seperate locking mechanism and you have probably the most versatil;e tripod made. All in a package weighing under 2Kg. The 3-section will also go to a good height even without using the centre column, making it ideal for the taller photographer. A truly brilliant design, aimed squarely at the natural history photographer, but it's versatility works well in all other applications.

Gitzo Explorer GT2540EX (4 section)

Four Section of above. The Explorer is another of our tripods for special applications; a versatile support that opens up new shooting perspectives. Thanks to it's unconventional design, the legs can be set at any angle and moved independently while the center column tilts and rotates freely to any position. The Explorer unleashes its potential when used with a Gitzo off-center ball head, a combination that makes it the ideal tripod for creative photographers, looking for unconventional shots: close to ground, upside down or in tight or awkward spaces. Ideal applications are outdoor macro and nature photography, still life and architectural.

£528.69
The 4-section version loses none of the stability of the 3-section model, but will collapse to a shorter length when packed - making it more portable. With its legs extended, it doesn't quitre achieve the same height as the 3-section, but the centre column is very stable and photographers of all heights should have no problems with this amazingly versatile tripod

Gitzo Explorer Basalt GT2931EX

Basalt three section of above. The Explorer is another of our tripods for special applications; a versatile support that opens up new shooting perspectives. Thanks to it's unconventional design, the legs can be set at any angle and moved independently while the center column tilts and rotates freely to any position. The Explorer unleashes its potential when used with a Gitzo off-center ball head, a combination that makes it the ideal tripod for creative photographers, looking for unconventional shots: close to ground, upside down or in tight or awkward spaces. Ideal applications are outdoor macro and nature photography, still life and architectural.

£528.69
Only available as a 3-section, it has the same versatility as the other two above. The only trade-off is a little extra weight for sa saving of over £100. This tripod really does represent great value for mony.
 

Gitzo Systematic tripods
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The tripod of choice for the nature  photographer - easily capable of carrying long and heavy lens / camera setups, and can work from  eye level to ground level, due to the absence of a centre column (available as an optional extra). The only tripod for the serious bird photographer, yet amazingly light and portable.

Gitzo G1178M Quick Release Centre Ball Head

Our magnesium center ball heads are renowned for their smooth and precise movements and high quality manufacturing. PTFE is applied to the ball and blocking pads to eliminate all traces of jarring and skipping. The result is highly accurate positioning adjustments, even with long tele lenses. 
£107.81
The Gitzo ball heads have recently undergone some desing changes, utilising new technologies to make them even smoother in operation. New coatings on the ball surface promotes smooth movement and give a very positive locking action, will almost no "ball head droop" - many other ball heads seem to settle slightly after locking. These heads are remarkably light in weight and carry heavy lens / camera combinations easily.