Gitzo GT3540LS Series 3 Systematic 6X Carbon Fiber 4 Section G-Lock Tripod

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Product Details

• Item Weight: 5.2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 13 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000N8YLOK
• Item model number: GT3540LS
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 17, 2003

Product Description

The GT3540LS Systematic tripod is great for professional equipment, medium format and DSLRs with lenses up to 400mm. The tripod is made from 6X Carbon fiber which maximizes rigidity, vibration absorption, and lightweight performance. This modular system can be quickly transformed between different configurations using different columns (sold separately) depending on the specific needs of a shoot. Replaces the G1348.

Customer Reviews

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Gitzo 3540LS, May 14, 2007

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Trevor Molyneux "Trevor" (UK) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Gitzo GT3540LS Series 3 Systematic 6X Carbon Fiber 4 Section G-Lock Tripod (Electronics)

I have used a Manfrotto 443 (Carbon One) tripod with a 128RC head. I used this for my Swarovski scope and it worked fine. However, when I tried using it for my newly aquired camera gear it was clearly not up to the job. After reading about alternatives I decided to go for a Gitzo 3540 but, being in UK, had no oportunity to see one so it was all based on reports and on what my needs were. Well, I am pleased to announce that this is a superb piece of kit; utterly faultless and extremely well made. The 4 legs are quicker to set up than the 3 of my Manfrotto and it is much more rigid. The Markin M20 ballhead I have mounted on top makes things even better and I can use both the scope and my D200 with Nikkor 200-400 F/4 lens on it equally well. This set up is so strong and rigid, I can't imagine what additional benefits a Gitzo 5 series might bring as I am sure they would all be outweighed by the increased weight.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Gitzo GT3540LS is the final choice for me, May 31, 2008

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T. W. Hook "TWH" (Southbury, CT) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Gitzo GT3540LS Series 3 Systematic 6X Carbon Fiber 4 Section G-Lock Tripod (Electronics)

I traded up from a Manfrotto 3021 Pro because of load capacity (39 pounds); overall weight of the tripod itself (3.8 pounds); the size when folded up (less than 22 inches long); and the ease of use in set-up and break-down. The Gitzo is an engineering marvel, is rock steady and even with four sections is faster to set-up than the Manfrotto. It has no center column (although as an option you can add one) allowing for being right at ground level which is great for macro shooting. I also use it for my spotting scope when birding and when combined with a Really Right Stuff BH 55, I can easily carry it into the field, set it up quickly and lock onto birds and track them easily. Finally with a heavier lens like a 70-200, it is unmovable unless I choose to move it. When I finally can afford a longer lens, the GT3540LS will doubtless carry the weight with ease. This tripod was well worth the extra expense and I don't imagine I'll ever need another one.

5.0 out of 5 stars Superb Tripod, August 18, 2008

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J. Mallery (California) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Gitzo GT3540LS Series 3 Systematic 6X Carbon Fiber 4 Section G-Lock Tripod (Electronics)

Light, sturdy, well-made, easy to set up. This is a superb
tripod; as good as it gets, in my opinion.