Description
FLM CP30-L4 II 10X Carbon Fiber Series II Tripod
The FLM CP30-L4 II 10X Carbon Fiber Series II Tripod like its S4 brother is built to get you the perfect shot, but with a greater max height. It features an easy to use 4-section support with a twist leg system. Meaning that with a simple turn, you can get the tripod set up to the right height in a matter of seconds.
The tripod legs give you a maximum height of 68.3" and minimum height of 3.6".
Its Carbon Fiber and Aluminum build gives it an outstanding load capacity of 44.1 lbs. to support you camera, while still allowing you to carry it anywhere.
The Cp30-L4 II weighs in at only 3.1 lbs. and folds down to a seamless 23" for easy travel and storage. Like all of FLM's tripods the CP30-L4 II is designed to get you the perfect shot with feet that feature removal rubber and spikes.
Recommended ball heads are CB-43, CB-48 & CB-58
Christopher Aquila (verified owner) –
Very nice and very stable. Lightweight and high quality. Makes my photography more enjoyable and hassle free. Definitely recommend.
Dan Hawk (verified owner) –
I'm really happy with this new tripod! It's really solid and very light for what it offers.
Michael C. (verified owner) –
The tripod is everything I hoped for, there were some snags is getting it here, but those were resolved.
Andrej S. (verified owner) –
Best tripod in this category!!! I was looking for a sturdy tripod to work with telephotos on a gimbal and still light to carry around for day trips in all kinds of conditions. Superb quality and engineering. I upgraded to FLM from a Manfrotto. It worked well for my D810 with a 24-70, but could not support a D500 with telephotos on a gimbal. This FLM is lightweight and still good size for travel, even when strapped to the side of my smaller backpack due to the light weight of carbon. I'm using it with a Sirui gimbal and large telephoto lenses. It absorbs vibrations very well and provides incredible functionality at very low weight. I looked at many tripods at even significantly more cost and this one beat them all. With good care it should last very long. Love it!
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Amazing upgrade from my Manfrotto!!! Thanks FLM
Taylor Maxwell (verified owner) –
Went out for the first time with my new tripod. I received it only a day after I ordered. I had asked if that was possible and the company was helpful and got it right out for me. This was a big help to me because my previous tripod had failed and I needed one for my upcoming trip.
Easy to manipulate the tripod adjustments and put the tripod in precisely the position I need. Fits easily on my Shimoda Action 30 bag. Manipulating the knobs is easy with just the right amount of resistance.
My first time out was in sub zero temperatures. The tripod did great. No issues using my gloves. No issues with the tripod legs seizing up because of the cold weather.
Doug H. (verified owner) –
I am very impressed with my new FLM CP30-L4 II tripod. I bought FLM sight unseen based on multiple reviews, and it doesn't disappoint! Quality is of utmost importance to me, and the primary reason I went with FLM. And the quality is outstanding! The action of the legs is silky smooth, and the build quality as high as anything I have ever seen. I don't have any personal experience with Gitzo or Really Right Stuff, but looking at this tripod I cannot fathom an increase in quality that would come anywhere close to justifying the not insignificant additional cost for those other brands. There simply isn't that much room to improve on the near perfection of this FLM. Not even close!
If I have one gripe, it's that the attachment hole for a weight hanging hook is very small and deeply recessed into the underside of the spider. No actual hook is provided, and it is left to the customer to come up with a solution. I Have a couple of very small, but weight bearing, carabiners on order, so hopefully an easy fix, but for the quality of product the FLM is, it is disappointing the manufacturer didn't provide a solution upfront. Would I let this keep me from buying another? Absolutely not! A minor annoyance that once rectified will never be an issue again.
I also have to give a shout-out to Jason at FLM USA for absolutely above and beyond customer service. I ordered the tripod on New Years eve, and when it turned out - unbeknownst to me - that FLM USA is located in the same city I live in, Jason offered to meet me on News Years day to deliver the tripod, and save me having to wait several more days through the holiday weekend for delivery. Well done, Jason! Fantastic! And thank you!
Daphne (verified owner) –
I ordered the Tripod with Ball Head and clamps for my husband as a gift. Super sturdy, well built, great tripod. Comparably, the quality exceeds price. He is super happy with it!
Steve Morales (verified owner) –
Paul C. (verified owner) –
Prior to purchasing this tripod, I had bought the FLM CP26-Travel 11 then found it not meeting my photographic needs, but loved the quality and features. The next day I returned it to the vendor, went to FLM directly and found a great sale deal on this CP30-L4 11 WOW! All the great features and quality plus the height and stability at a nice lightweight I had always dreamt of! Very happy with my upgrade FLM team, thanks!
Bruce Hutchison (verified owner) –
Bruce H Light and strong, my third FLM tripod all have been good.
William D. (verified owner) –
Excellent fit and finish. One foot taller and 2 LBS lighter than the legs being replaced.
Vince (verified owner) –
Hands down one of the best tripods you can buy. Very sturdy and very easy to clean and maintain. Should have gotten this from the start. Also, the customer service is excellent.
Gary McCartney (verified owner) –
This tripod is the most outstanding tripod I have ever use. I could not get over how well made this product is and light weight. I wish I have gotten this tripod over a year ago. After Nick Page done his review on their product. Well worth every penny spent.
Chuck C. (verified owner) –
The height and weight is great, light enough to carry in one hand.
Robby Miller (verified owner) –
I am in love with this tripod. The action is smooth and the tripod is STURDY. I shoot in the Gorge where it's always windy and this thing holds steady. Great height to weight issue and I never thought I'd like twist grips until I bought the FLM CP30-L4 II 10X.
James W. (verified owner) –
Love this tripod. It's light but sturdy and can be extended way higher than I typically need but it's nice to know I have the extra height if I do need it. Typically I extend all but the smallest, bottom leg sections and this probably adds to the sturdiness and with my tripod head and leveling base it puts it at just the right height for me for normal use. I also love how quick and easy it is to disassemble the legs for cleaning. Highly recommend the tripod to anybody.
Nancy B Frank (verified owner) –
So far so good. 'looks like an amazing product, recommended by Jerry Dodrill
Verified Buyer (verified owner) –
Very happy with the build and look forward to many days on the coast and mountains. Cleans up easily. For its size it is very light! Good build and sturdy. Jason the US rep. Has been very helpful and responsive to questions and parts replacement.
Jeremy Collins (verified owner) –
One of the best tripods I’ve ever purchased!!
Carole S. (verified owner) –
lightweight, easy to use and accommodates my RRS ballhead - everything I was hoping for