Magnus TR-17L Overview
Aluminum Travel Tripod with Monopod and Arca-Type Ball Head
The
TR-17L Aluminum Tripod with Arca-Type Ball Head from
Magnus is Ideal for shooting nature, fashion, or sports. It has a load capacity of over 17.6 lb, and it features a dual-action ball head with pan control for precisely aiming any camera and lens combination on it. Adjustable 4-section legs with flip-lock joints can adjust up to 77" high to shoot over a crowd, and the reversible center column lets the camera be positioned just inches from the ground.
Versatile Tripod and Ball Head Set
- Arca-type ball head
- Durable aluminum construction
- Load capacity: 17.6 lb
- Folds down to 19"
- Compact design fits knapsack
- Weight: 3.6 lb
- Suitable for fashion, sports, and nature
- Arca-type QR Plate
- 360° panning base with locking knob
- Double center column with ballast hook
- Legs have flip lever locks and angle adjustment locks
- Converts to monopod
- Leg warmers
Reversible Center Column and Monopod
- Removable/reversible center column
- Inverted, low-angle shooting capability
- Center column ballast hook
- Leg and center column convert to a monopod
Modular Center Column with Short Column
- Modular 2-section center column
- Reversible 3/8"-16 to 1/4"-20 head screw
- Short column allows low-perspective imaging
Compact Storage and Transport
- Reverse-folding leg design
- Compact 19.2" folded length
- Weight: 3.2 lb
- Includes carrying case
In the Box
- Magnus Aluminum Travel Tripod with Monopod and Arca-Type Ball Head
- Magnus BHQR-65 Quick Release Plate for TR-13 and TR-17L Tripod Ball Heads
- Two-Section Center Column
- Short Center Column
- Allen Wrench
- Carrying Case
Magnus TR-17L Specs
Head
| Head Type |
Ball Head |
| Base Mount |
3/8"-16 Female |
| Camera Mounting Screw |
1/4"-20 Male |
| Quick Release Plate Type |
Arca-Type |
| Number of Bubble Levels |
1 |
| Friction Control |
No |
| Independent Pan Lock |
Yes |
Pan & Tilt Range
| Vertical Tilt |
90° |
| Panning Range |
360° |
General
| Load Capacity |
17.6 lb / 8 kg |
| Maximum Working Height |
77" / 195.6 cm |
| Max Height without Center Column |
55.7" / 141.5 cm |
| Minimum Working Height |
8.9" / 22.6 cm |
| Closed Length |
19.2" / 48.8 cm |
| Materials |
Aluminum Alloy |
| Weight |
3.2 lb / 1.5 kg |
Legs
| Leg Lock Type |
Flip Lock |
| Leg Positions |
3 Positions |
| Independent Leg Spread |
Yes |
| Leg Sections |
4 |
| Leg Diameter |
0.9" / 23 mm (Maximum)
0.5" / 13 mm (Minimum) |
| Bubble Level |
No |
| Feet Features |
Rubber |
Detachable Monopod
| Maximum Working Height |
82.5" / 209.6 cm |
| Leg Sections |
4 |
| Monopod Foot Features |
Rubber |
Center Column
| Center Column Features |
Ballast Hook, Removable, Reversible, Split |
| Center Column Shape |
Round |
| Center Column Sections |
2 |
| Center Column Extension Type |
Rapid |
| Lateral / 90-Degree Center Column |
No |
Packaging Info
| Package Weight |
4.43 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) |
20.6 x 6.3 x 5.1" |
Magnus TR-17L Reviews
Worth the price
By Bret
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-08-29
The tripod is rock solid and easy to use as a tripod. Beyond that, it's not that easy to convert to the monopod configuration. I even quickly skimmed the instructions! That said, I'll probably never use the monopod so it's not a big deal to me.
Versatile and tall tripod+monopod
By Steven
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-05-02
Lightweight, adequately tall, with a clever design (one of the 3 legs can be detached and used as a monopod), this travel tripod is so light! Great for studio and content creation work. Outdoors, in windy conditions, I would recommend weighting it down using its center column hook. Its center column is sturdy. I detect no play (the fit and tolerances are excellent). The head is large/ sturdy enough to be used separately on several other types of mounts such as a suction cups or magnet on a car or RAM Mounts solution. It is a clever and good value buy in that sense. It inspires confidence using an APS-C body + even with a heavy lens. The legs spread with a ratchet push-to-release secure releases and are made from 4 sections, 3 of which extend out and clamp in place. The clamps feel faster to use than the twist-to-lock I have used on other tripods. Two of three legs have a foam grip (I usually only see one on other tripods) which is great when handling the tripod in cold temps. The aluminum construction has allowed me to use it in salt water and later hose it down to wash the sand and debris away. I have been strapping it to my Peak Design Everyday Sling (6L) bag and have not needed to use the great carry caae it comes with. Not designed or intended for super heavy rigs but anything smaller/ lighter, it's easy to recommend a solid first tripod or a well intentioned gift for someone with a new-found interest in photography. I don't see why it wouldn't last for many years. Attached are photos from my last use of it at the beach in Southern California. [I have received this product in exchange for my honest review].
Loving this tripod, very versatile and light.
By Jim
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-03-25
I am loving this tripod. It packs up very small and is super light, but still feels sturdy. The ball head is smooth, well built and I like that it is Arca-type. This makes things very easy to adapt and use. I'm super impressed with the flexibility it provides. Can go very high with the legs and center column extended. I mean surprisingly high for a tripod that collapses into such a small package for storage. It also comes with an additional shorter center column to go right virtually on the ground with the camera. It can also be configured in an underslung mode which is very cool. But that's not all, it can also be configured as a monopod! I love this feature. Just unscrew one of the legs, pull out the center column and screw them together. Super easy to do. Having this ability is awesome. The flip-lock joints on the leg sections work well and feel very secure. Another fantastic feature I really like is getting an included storage bag. This is a nice little touch that I appreciate. I love having my tripod and head in a bag to keep it safe. This prevents a bunch of wear and tear especially when traveling or on location. And it's awesome how small this tripod packs up. That's very convenient. Overall this is a fantastic tripod that offers a lot of flexibility for a fantastic price. [I have received this product in exchange for my honest review]
So portable yet so capable.
By Justin
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-08-21
I love this tripod and head. I use it for webcams for Zoom, smartphones for informal video recording, and my 10x50 binoculars for astronomy. Highly recommended.
Great Upgrade
By Michael
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-05-12
Although I'm keeping my trustworthy but clunky, 40-year-old Velbon AEF-3 for use in the studio, I finally replaced it with this Magnus tripod. It's exactly what I was hoping for - light, functional, versatile. I can take it everywhere...well, almost.
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