Description
FLM CP38-L4 II 10X Carbon Fiber Series II Tripod
The FLM CP38-L4 II 10X Carbon Fiber Series II Tripod is built to support any almost any professional grade camera and lens combo. The secret is the durable Carbon Fiber and aluminum build which gives it an impressive load capacity of 121.25 lbs. and a weight of only 4.9 lbs.
The CP38-L4 also features FML's leg locking system, which allows you to adjust the height in a number of seconds, while still giving each section a strong and durable hold, whether it is at its maximum height of 68.3 in. or at its minimum height of 3.6 in. With a folded length of 23 in. it is still designed for easy travel.
Like all FML's II series tripods the CP38-L4 II features removable rubber feet and spikes to increased steadiness for your shot. You also have the option of adding a 75 or 100mm video bowl to your tripod; each of these bowls is available separately.
Recommended ball heads are CB-43, CB-48 & CB-58
Reviews for the FLM CP34-L4 II 10X Carbon Fiber Series II Tripod can be found here o
raymond naeyaert (verified owner) –
I recently started using FLM gear about 3 months ago for all photography work. In the past I used RRS until a friend suggested I check out there gear. What I can say after using this gear in the rain, mud, salty ocean environments, and backpacking in harsh elements that it is not only as good as RRS, but better! The leg height knobs are all metal which eliminates the concern of the rubber grips breaking free like RRS tripods after many uses. Also, the quick release function for leg angle is a much better design as well for quick adjustment. These tripods are extremely we'll made and highly recommended. If you want to take it a step further I would suggest checking out their ball mounts as well. If you do any landscape photography then you will enjoy the built in 15 degree pan adjustment that takes all the guess work out of a panoramic shots. If you want to save almost a 3rd of the cost of a RRS tripod and get better quality then look no further. an the quality doest stop there, Jason offers exceptional customer service and fast shipping. FLM has got loyalty from here on out.
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Jerome Bennett (verified owner) –
worked smoothly.
Ron T. (verified owner) –
I have 4 other tripods in my truck. Now 5 with this FLM. I started by upgrading my cheap original tripod. My last is a Gitzo that cost $500 used. All 4 tripods total costing probably more than this FLM. I've taken the FLM out a couple of times to practice with my Canon 800 mm lens. This tripod is soooo much better. It's heavier but but my 800 is safe on it. I really like this tripod. My Gimball head follows wildlife so much smoother than the Gitzo. Really like the height. No more awkwardly bending over to get the shot. Much easier to use than my Gitzo.
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Anthony Valvo (verified owner) –
Strong pod at a competitive price point. I have many tripods and this one stands up there with the best, PMG, RRS, Uniqball, etc. It is nice and tall and stiff for a 4 section pod. The 38mm legs are a nice all around size. This can function as your single pod. Leveling base works well too. I am not a fan of the metal leg locks. They do work well and lock and unlock in about 1/4 a turn - no issue here. The metal, however, is hard on the hands. If you are opening and closing this often, on an outing, it will get old. The upside is that you never have to worry about rubber delaminating from the leg locks, so it's a trade off. PMG has the same issue. The only pod with metal leg locks that is done well is the Jobu Algonquin. All in, fine product that will serve for many years.