"I purchased this product in hopes that I could buy just one tripod that would meet all my needs and expectations. The Gitzo 3530 does not disappoint me. My biggest lens is a 400 f5.6 and this tripod handles it rock solid with a markins M10, even with the column pulled half way up. The column adds a lot of versatility to the tripod. By reversing the column, you can bring your macro equipment right to ground level and the entire set up is rock solid. The ground level set works well also, but I think the tripod is more stable with the just the points of each leg contacting the ground. The G-lock works very well and set up is quick and easy to the point where I wouldn't be afraid to get the 4 leg section model if you need the shorter length. A series 2 gitzo would be great for back packing but I really think the 3 series is better suited to macro and telephoto uses. Highly recommended. If they were a couple hundred dollars less, they would sell a million of them.

Expertise: Advanced amateur

Previous Equivalent Item Owned: Giottos 9360

Items I Recommend: A professional quality ball head"

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