Sirui

Sirui Traveler X-Ⅲ Carbon Fiber Tripod with Ball Head

Ultra-light 2.1 lb carbon fiber travel tripod with one-twist leg deployment and 360° ball head for photographers on the move.

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Overview

The Sirui Traveler X-III is a carbon fiber tripod built specifically for photographers who need reliable support without the bulk. At just 2.1 lbs, it is light enough to carry all day in a backpack, yet it supports loads up to 22 lbs — more than sufficient for most DSLR and mirrorless camera bodies paired with mid-range lenses. The standout feature is its one-twist leg lock system, which lets you extend or collapse all five sections of each leg with a single rotation, cutting setup time to just a few seconds. The reverse-folding design keeps the overall packed length impressively short, making it a practical choice for travel, hiking, and location shoots.

The included 360° panoramic ball head provides smooth panning and tilting with a built-in bubble level for keeping horizons straight. A segmented, removable center column adds flexibility: leave it in for extra height, reverse it for low-angle perspectives, or remove the upper section entirely for ground-level macro work. The Arca-compatible quick release plate ensures broad compatibility with existing camera plates and L-brackets. While the five-section leg design does introduce slightly more flex than a three-section tripod of the same class, the trade-off in portability makes the Traveler X-III a compelling option for photographers who refuse to leave their tripod behind.

Key Features

Compact and Lightweight Tripod: The tripod for camera weighs only 2.1lbs. It saves weight by using carbon fiber material and integrating the locking of the legs. Reverse folding carbon fiber tripod fits in your backpack for traveling

Innovative Quick Extend/Retract Legs: Only one twist lock to fully extend or retract 5 sections within 2 seconds, save more time to capture the shooting and hunting moment

Removable and Reversible Center Column: Comes with segmented center column for height extension, low-angle shooting and macro photography. Twist off the upper part to get a short column for ground shots

360 Detachable Ball Head: The panoramic ball head can swivel 360 degrees and tilt 90 degrees smoothly for any angle of shot. The 360 panning base with scale for easy and precise shooting. The included bubble level keeps the horizon level

Wide Compatibility with 1/4 Inch Screw: The travel tripod is designed with a 1/4 inch quick release plate, widely compatible with Canon Sony Nikon Fujifilm DSLR camera, camcorders, sports camera, and mirrorless camera, 1/4 inch threaded screw hole cellphone holder (phone holder not included)

Durable Carbon Fiber Construction: Built with high-quality carbon fiber material that provides exceptional strength while maintaining a lightweight design, supporting a maximum load capacity of 10kg for professional photography equipment

Extended Height Range: Extends up to 60 inches in height with the center column fully raised, providing versatile shooting angles from ground-level macro shots to elevated perspectives for landscape and portrait photography

Specifications

Material
Carbon Fiber
Maximum Height
60 inches
Maximum Load Capacity
22 lbs (10 kg)
Weight
2.1 lbs (0.94 kg)
Head Type
360° Panoramic Ball Head
Quick Release Plate
Arca-compatible
Leg Sections
5
Height Adjustment
Twist Lock
Center Column
Removable & Reversible

Frequently Asked Questions

The tripod reaches a maximum height of 60 inches with the center column extended.
Yes. The center column is removable and reversible, so you can twist off the upper segment for ground-level and macro shots.
Yes, the included quick release plate is Arca-compatible, so it works with most Arca-Swiss clamp systems.
A single twist lock controls all five leg sections simultaneously, letting you fully extend or retract each leg in about two seconds.
The Traveler X-III supports up to 22 lbs (10 kg), which covers most DSLR and mirrorless camera setups with standard lenses.