Velbon El Carmagne 530 Carbon Fiber Tripod with Pan Head and Case

by Velbon

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 26.5 x 5.5 x 5.5 inches ; 3.9 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0001Z99SS
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: ELCARMA-530
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
  • #54 in Electronics > Camera & Photo > Tripods & Monopods > Tripod Legs
• Date first available at Amazon.com: April 23, 2004

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Extremely lightweight yet remarkably sturdy, the Velbon El Carmagne 530 tripod boasts rigid carbon fiber legs and a durable magnesium body, making it an ideal choice for professionals on the move. Carbon fiber and magnesium materials are one- third lighter than aluminum, giving you a lighter load while strolling from location to location. The tripod also offers low-angle and semi-low-angle positions (with a split center column), an effortless lever-lock system that lets you easily extend or contract the legs, and scratch-resistant neoprene grips and rubber feet. And thanks to the three-way pan head, which pans and tilts in a variety of directions, you can adjust the camera to virtually any angle. The tripod, which extends from 10.2 inches all the way up to 64.7 inches, offers a maximum load capacity of 25 pounds and is backed by a lifetime warranty.

What's in the Box
Tripod, magnesium pan head, stone bag, accessory hook, tripod case.

Product Description

U)VELBON ELCARMAGNE 530 CARBON TPOD

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

34 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Velbon Carmagne Tripod with PH-250B Magnesium Head, August 21, 2005

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Yogi (San Antonio, TX) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Velbon El Carmagne 530 Carbon Fiber Tripod with Pan Head and Case (Electronics)

Being new to photography,I purchased the Velbon Carmagne 530 carbon fiber tripod with PH-250B magnesium head for my Canon A95 camera, based upon several other favorable reviews. I wanted a lightweight but durable tripod that was easy to use. This tripod has fulfilled all expectations with its superb quality and close tolerances--there isn't a sloppy component anywhere and it looks as if it were made for the space program. The matt-black finish is beautiful. The carbon fiber legs (the main sections have a black foam covering) extend smoothly and are secured easily with snap-locks. The locking mechanism that controls the splay of the legs works beautifully, allowing the tripod to be positioned for macro shots of ground-level subjects. The 3-way panhead is adjusted with a locking knob and two removable handles (one of which must be removed to store the tripod in the included carrying case--no big deal). The tripod should be able to support even SLRs with telephoto lenses. Fully collapsed, the tripod is roughly 26" long and is easily transported with the case's carrying strap. Although I may never use the "stone" bag (for weighting the tripod down) including it was a thoughtful touch. More expensive models extend to greater heights, but I preferred the fewer leg sections (three) of the model 530. If you think you'll be doing a lot of indoors and outdoor photography and value superb engineering and quality, consider this tripod. It is worth the price, but be prepared to spend over $200. Now having tried a carbon fiber-magnesium tripod, I would never go back to a run-of-the-mill metal one.

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic value, February 20, 2006

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Russell M. Aldred "Trackertech" (Atlanta Metro, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Velbon El Carmagne 530 Carbon Fiber Tripod with Pan Head and Case (Electronics)

I already have one Velbon 530 and just ordered my second one via Amazon. The one review on here was exactly correct.

I can add that this tripod is rated to handle over 13 pounds (you REALLY don't want to put a PRO $8000 camera setup that weighs 11 lbs on a $39 tripod that can handle 4 lbs), important to me since I have Nikon Pro digitals with those lens you see at football games. It is really steady and with most carbon fiber/magnesium tripods starting at $400, it's also a bargain.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Bang for the Buck, May 29, 2008

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Matt Cham "Matt Cham" (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Velbon El Carmagne 530 Carbon Fiber Tripod with Pan Head and Case (Electronics)

I have used this Velbon El Carmagne 530 tripod for 6 months on my Canon 1D MKII with 300/f2.8 or 400/f4 lenses (8 to 10 pounds total weight). Great price for a great tripod. Same build quality as more expensive carbon fiber tripods. Very light yet very sturdy with high load capacity. Come with tripod carry case and trap. Comes with sandbag hook. The center post can be dismantled to allow the tripod legs to spread apart and thus lower the camera to the ground for an "ant's eye view" perspective. The tripod head is very simple but with great build quality and is easily replaceable for a more sophisticated ball head or gimball head.