Freedom At Last. This lightweight and portable Manfrotto Befree GT XPRO Carbon Fiber Tripod & 496 Ball Head combo is a great fit for everything from macrophotography out in the wild to landscape shots of the world around you. This unit comes in at a mere 3.9 pounds, and in its most compact and folded form is only 16.9 inches. This tripod has the ability to extend to a whopping 64.6 inches.

Easy Setup, Cool Features. In comparison to other tripod and ball head combos, this is hands down one of the quickest options. Its quick release system and 200PL PRO plate gets you set up in a matter of seconds, and taking everything down is a breeze too. One you’re set up, you can use the tripod as your would normally, but a built-in 90° center column mechanism allows you to shoot hovering over your subject.

Ball Head Talk. This ball head can hold up to 26.5 pounds, offers two independent knobs for ball movement and panning, and the main locking knob provides an adjustable tension control on the side.