Tripod Vanguard Vesta FB 235AB (Vesta FB 235AB)

VESTA FB 235AB is a light, and most importantly compact, but at the same time quite serious aluminum travel tripod with a maximum working shooting height of 1420 mm, designed for maximum portability, while still providing a stable base for your equipment. The VESTA FB 235AB tripod is ideal for travel, as it is very light and the 5-section legs allow it to reach a minimum length when folded to fit in a small bag or suitcase, while remaining suitable for carry-on luggage when flying. It is ideal for both mirrorless and DSLR cameras and spotting scopes.

VESTA FB models have reliable and simple Quick-flip folding locks for folding/unfolding the legs. For low-angle macro shooting, the tripod has three easily adjustable leg angles (21 °, 50 ° and 80 °) and is equipped with a lock that allows you to remove the central column and lower it to the minimum working height. In addition, saving time, you can simply flip the central column and use a tripod for macro photography.

This Vanguard tripod also includes a VESTA T-51 ball head, compatible with the Arca-Swiss mounting standard, with one large locking knob for easy tightening/loosening in the field, and a quick-release QS-64 tripod platform.

Ergonomic design. Vanguard does not adhere to the traditional round shape of clamps and clamps, because applying too much force to lock the tripod is uncomfortable, especially in the cold or when the fingers are wet. Vanguard has designed its ergonomically shaped locking components to be user-friendly. Clamps, where the tripod configuration does not allow for an ergonomic shape, have a deep profiled coating or rubber inserts for optimal contact during use. All fasteners are made of aluminum. At first glance, this may seem like a small thing, but with regular use of the tripod, it is extremely important, and it is in such small things that the company's concern for users lies.

Aluminum 6063-T5. The weight of the tripod and the stability of the tripod are among its most important characteristics. Aluminum-based alloys are the optimal material for the production of tripods in terms of strength, light weight and optimal cost. The telescopic sections of the tripods do not have high requirements for strength and load, but it is important to get an ideal profile with a smooth surface and high suitability for anodization. Aluminum alloy Alu 6063-T5 (AL-Mg-Si) belongs to alloys of medium strength, but it is lighter, has better corrosion resistance, forms ideal shapes by extrusion and is most suitable for applying strong protective coatings by anodizing, unlike other popular aluminum alloys.

The main characteristics of the tripod:

• Tripod type: floor
• Head type: non-removable, spherical
• Number of sections: 5
• Section lock type: Quick-flip folding locks (eccentric clamps)
• Diameter of leg sections, mm: 23, 20, 17, 14, 11
• The presence of a central column
• Tripod material: aluminum alloy Alu 6063-T5
• Maximum load, kg: 4.5
• Maximum shooting height, cm: 142
• Minimum shooting height, cm: 30.5
• The height of the tripod with the central column in the lower position, cm: 127.5
• Tripod length when folded, cm: 37.5
• Bubble level of the horizon on a tripod: 1 pc

• Additional characteristics of the tripod:
• Angle of intermediate fixation of the opening of the tripod legs: 21°, 50°, 80°
• Hex key hidden in the center column (patented design)

Characteristics of the head:

• Head model: VESTA T-51
• Head type: ball
• Support for the Arca-Swiss mounting standard
• Ball diameter, mm: 26
• Tripod platform: QS-64 (screw 1/4 - 20 UNC, Arca-Swiss standard)
• Rotation: 360 °
• Lateral inclination: 91 ° - 40 °
• Bubble level: 1 pc

Complete set:

• Tripod
• Head VESTA T-51
• Tripod platform QS-64
• Hex key: built into the screw plug of the central column

Overall dimensions:

• Dimensions without packaging, mm: 375x85x85
• Dimensions in the package, mm: 395x100x100
• Weight without packaging, kg: 1.22
• Packaged weight, kg: 1.53

Warranty period: 2 years

Manufacturer: Vanguard (USA)