When traveling companion hard to beat!

Of course there are better camera tripods, but hardly better on the go. It comes in a practical black Mitnehmtasche that has both handles and a detachable shoulder strap. Tripod Kit and hook 1330 g, 340 g bag. Suitable allegedly up to 5 kg, which should be enough even for the semi-professional. The whole is in a robust recycling cardboard whose understated look is almost too good for repeated recycling.

Fast assembly and disassembly, stable stand. The ball head is not intended for panning, but removable. We particularly liked the three-level elements that add an exactly straight alignment. The center column has top and bottom the same thread, below the accompanying massive ballast hook is usually screwed. Two of the three legs on the top segment have a foam shell which is to make the use in cold weather pleasant. Each leg can be pulled out continuously and raced in three angles, the default is likely to close mostly be the most meaningful. The thread on the center column is indeed more difficult to use than the locks on the legs, but it pushes so the center column not constantly back and forth. However, one must both this thread and the locking screw tighten, so that the center column does not wobble. The quick release plate QAL-50 (compatible with ArcaSwiss) there are also individually, but as usual rather overpriced at brand accessories.

Incidentally, the company Rollei was founded in 1920 became famous as a manufacturer of roll-film cameras, but after several changes of ownership of today's operation has nothing to do with this tradition. Practically only the name has been saved into the digital age, the current product range can be seen on the homepage. Many photo Kenner dropped the brand, but now I'm pleasantly surprised.

Conclusion: Solid build quality, attention to detail, hard to beat as a traveling companion also when compared with more expensive equipment! An increase would at most by an optional attachable arm below the plate conceivable ...