Sirui ET-1204 Travel Carbon Fiber Tripod

Overview

The SIRUI ET-1204 Travel Carbon Fiber Tripod is a compact, travel-friendly carbon-fiber support system designed for photographers and videographers who want a strong yet lightweight tripod that folds down small.

It features 4-section carbon-fiber legs, flip-lock leg locks, support for a decent camera/lens load and a folded length of around 16.5″ (≈ 42 cm) — making it quite portable for backpacks or travel gear. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Key Features & Benefits

• Carbon-Fiber Construction
  The leg tubes are made of carbon fiber, offering high strength, good vibration-dampening, and a lightweight build which helps in travel scenarios. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
• Compact Folded Size (~16.5″ / ~42 cm)
  When folded, the tripod becomes very compact (≈ 16.5ʺ / 41.9 cm) which enhances its portability for travel and carrying in smaller bags. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
• Good Load Capacity for Travel Tripod
  Supports up to ~17.6 lb (≈ 8 kg) according to many specs, which covers many mirrorless/DSLR setups with a moderate lens. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
• Wide Height Range: Max & Min Heights
  The tripod’s maximum working height is ~55.1″ (~140 cm) and its minimum height (with short center column / legs spread) can go down to ~5.1″ (~13 cm) for low-angle or macro work. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
• Flip-Lock Leg Mechanism & 4 Leg Sections
  Flip-lock style leg locks provide faster setup compared to twist locks; four leg sections help reduce folded length. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
• Leg Angle Flexibility & Independent Leg Spread
  The legs offer three angle positions and independent spread, which allows adapting to uneven terrain or low-angle shooting. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
• Travel-Friendly Weight
  The tripod version without a heavy head weighs around ~2.4 lb (≈ 1.09 kg) making it manageable for travel carry. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
• Includes Short Center Column for Low-Angle Shooting
  The kit often includes a short/mini center column to enable ultra-low height setups (down to ~12.9 cm) for ground-level shots. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

Specifications

Summary of Benefits

• Fantastic travel-tripod solution thanks to its lightweight carbon fiber build and compact folded length.
• High load capacity for its size means you can mount a mid-sized DSLR or mirrorless camera with a lens and still have headroom.
• Great flexibility for different shooting angles — from full height to extremely low angle thanks to the short column and leg angle spread.
• Flip locks and independent leg spread make setup and adjustment quicker than many twist-lock travel tripods.
• Very portable weight makes it suitable as a carry-on or backpack tripod for travel, hiking or everyday city use.

Perfect For

• Travel photographers looking for a compact tripod they can carry easily without sacrificing stability.
• Landscape, architecture or macro shooters who need a tripod that can go to ground level or adapt to uneven terrain.
• Hybrid photo-video users who want a stable support system for mirrorless/DSLR setups but still want portability.
• Content creators, vloggers or mobile shooters who value quick setup, low weight, and versatility.

In summary: The Sirui ET-1204 Travel Carbon Fiber Tripod is a strong contender in the travel tripod category — offering a smart mix of portability, flexibility and performance for photographers on the go.