Fotopro X-Aircross 3 tripod vs Aircross 2 compared

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@stever1514 Жыл бұрын

It's so refreshing to have gear reviews without the affiliate links. People could get it on a camera site and have Markus make 4% but instead, he sends you to where people can save 30% off retail.

@WorldMoneyWins Жыл бұрын

I'm not even a photographer, but your videos are so entertaining that I watch every single one. Maybe I need to start taking pictures. :-)

@bence133 3 ай бұрын

Thanks, great review! This is Aircross 3 Lite in the video however, not Aircross 3. Lite has less than half of weight capacity of the regular version, so some full frame setups could be too much to use on this tripod

@Experternas Жыл бұрын

Markus. I don't care what you say or talk about, you're such a likable guy I just come in for the therapy of having you in the background while I edit my movies.

@alinthemind 4 күн бұрын

V3 has 2 ball head options . V3 with the panoramic ball head folds backwards like V2 and is 14.37in and 2.07lbs. V3 with lite ball head is 15.74in and 1.78lbs.

@frankluo230 Жыл бұрын

I was literally searching for this exact comparison. Awesome as always Markus! Thank you

@MarkusPix Жыл бұрын

Happy to help!

@alphaskwurl Жыл бұрын

Good morning Markus! I love morning Markus videos. Really puts me in a great mood hearing your voice 😀. Have an awesome day, you and Princess Kara

@MarkusPix Жыл бұрын

🙏

@rebeccaspratling2865 Жыл бұрын

Perfect timing for this video! I was stuck on what I should get my daughter for her birthday. She would love this tripod.

@robertschneider2189 Жыл бұрын

I think it is wonderful you give things away. I never enter giveaways, because I just buy it if I like it or need it. That is not true, sometimes I buy camera equipment I don't need, just because. You have saved me a lot of money over the time I have watched you, pointed me in the direction of good products, and taught me some cool techniques, especially with sound and lighting. I just wanted to say thank you, because I think people don't say that word enough.

@MarkusPix Жыл бұрын

Thanks. By the way, Rob Schneider is my favorite funny actor 😄

@robertschneider2189 Жыл бұрын

@@MarkusPix he is a funny guy. I met him once and told him to change his name. lol

@obsidian00 Жыл бұрын

…aaaaaand I think I have FINALLY found my tripod!!! 😮 Thank you! 🙌🏾

@MarkusPix Жыл бұрын

Yeah they're awesome

@Gylfaginning16 6 ай бұрын

I was looking for a nice travel tripod and all I found was the typical brands like PD and stuff... And thank god I came across your video, that led me to this tripod. I have been looking for such a simple and really lightweight travel tripod and now I finally found it. I am sure it will do a great job. Looking foward to using it. Thanks again for that great review!

@MobileDwellings Жыл бұрын

OMG THANK YOU. For $180 that is amazing! Gotta get my hands on one ASAP.

@alphaskwurl Жыл бұрын

Really excellent prices. I never got the notification for the full stand video!

@agentbey Жыл бұрын

Very cool tripod for travel photographers. Thanks for this thorough review.

@corykphotography Жыл бұрын

They both seem awesome! Thanks for the tip off on these awesome tripods. I am definitely going to look into one of these. Maybe second hand 💁

@mybrandnewfunk 6 ай бұрын

So glad you made this comparison vid. And also thanks for introducing this. The 3 version folding of the legs is my preference. Think my Gitzo tripod will be jealous now >_

@MileyonDisney Жыл бұрын

Fotopro must have watched your last video and paid attention to your likes and dislikes. Far out, man!

@bobcustoms Жыл бұрын

The v3 launched befor his last video...

@frankluo230 Жыл бұрын

The one you compared is X-cross 3 Lite they also have the full X-Cross 3 version which shares the same folding design as the 2.

@MarkusPix Жыл бұрын

Yes but I'm always looking for the most lightweight most portable eye level tripods

@boutthere3374 Жыл бұрын

That version 3 looks ideal for my kayak/packrafting.......Thanks so much.

@lucianfr2177 Жыл бұрын

I will be getting one. Can't beat this price.

@SalmanAkhtar1 Жыл бұрын

I ordered the x-aircross 3, I will check it out and compare it to the peak design. I can't believe it only cost me $132.

@SalmanAkhtar1 Жыл бұрын

I received the tripod. The locking mechanism is a bit iffy. It works ok, but I have to struggle with it to pull the legs to the same length. It beats peak design in weight and price, build quality is not as good. It took 3 weeks to arrive. Thanks for the recommendation.

@MarkusPix Жыл бұрын

You just have to get used to it. Just make sure you turn the rubber base all the way so its locked or unlocked, that's all. I'll take it over Peak Design any day. I played with PD at the camera store and hate it for too many reasons. I am in love with this Fotopro. Hey I've been using that cheap 18 dollar Xit tripod that most people would laugh as for 15 years all over the world and taken thousands of amazing pictures and videos with.

@SalmanAkhtar1 Жыл бұрын

Ok. I saw how well you released it. I have to train myself ;)

@SalmanAkhtar1 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your viewpoint. It's very refreshing.

@michtig 7 ай бұрын

Thank you Makus! This is a great, practical review

@genejoanen Жыл бұрын

Excellent. I am a tripod hound. Thanks!!

@WaynJul Жыл бұрын

Thanks for more information on different tripods.

@ReviewsforU Жыл бұрын

Another great video. Thank you, Markus!

@theillitistpro Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the review, I'll be looking for these.

@brikbravo Жыл бұрын

It seems that I can put it in my travel backpack without problem🤘🏻

@vernon_4411 Жыл бұрын

Good information. Searching on a Chinese e-commerce website, I find that version 3 actually has two versions. What this video shows is the Lite version with a load capacity of 4 kg. The other version is similar to version 2 in terms of specs with a load capacity of 10 kg.

@marcinmrzyglocki Жыл бұрын

I see only "lite" meaning ball head and "PTZ" for fluid head. Where do you see improved load?

@vernon_4411 Жыл бұрын

@@marcinmrzyglocki In a Chinese e-commerce website.

@dathofilms 4 ай бұрын

Just for information I found out, I think currently they re label the names of these tripods. Fotopro X-Aircross 3 and Fotopro X-Aircross 3 LITE. In which Lite version refers to the one in this video as Fotopro X-Aircross 3. While Normal version refers to Fotopro X-Aircross 2 in this video.

@HumbertoAbed Жыл бұрын

Like I mentioned in your last video, I wasn't buying any gear at least fot 6 months. But now you have me looking into Tripods. I already checked out Fotopro, but seems like the latest version is not available yet in Mexico. But, while looking around, I found a Benro with the same system to extend the legs but with automatic leveling!! If I end up buying a tripod, it'd be your fault, and I'll name it after you :/

@MarkusPix Жыл бұрын

😉

@marcinmrzyglocki Жыл бұрын

Can you please drop the name of this Benro? I can't find anything but standard models with multiple locks.

@HumbertoAbed Жыл бұрын

@@marcinmrzyglocki kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mbx-aryiys2nYnk.html

@MarkusPix Жыл бұрын

Yeah that Benro is getting hyped a lot but it's more expensive than any of the travel tripods I featured, weighs almost twice as much as the Fotopro, and part of that weight is the "auto-leveling" motors which I would not want because it ldoesn't level the head where the center of gravity is, but evels by shortening the legs on one side, which makes it highly unstable if you have a big heavy camera on there, it could fall over. A basic non-self-leveling version with a manual ball-head would be cheaper, lighter and more balanced.

@marcinmrzyglocki Жыл бұрын

Weights twice as much??? OK, I'm out. I could still learn something with the model name, so please drop it here if you know which one is that.

@WineWorldTV Жыл бұрын

Love these tripod videos. So, since I use an iphone, I've got 3 that are super compact. The middle one is a generic "Bluetooth Selfie Stick with Tripod." 15" at its smallest and 59" fully extended. 2.2 pounds. It can wobble due to its designsince it has a really long shaft, but as long as you're indoors, who cares? This completely fits in my backpack. $27 The next one is the UBeesize 67'' Phone Tripod Stand & Selfie Stick Tripod. So, 67" full extended, and 20" collapsed. It sticks out the backpack, but not really a big deal. I put it in my carry-on when I fly, but then put it in my backpack when I visit wineries. 1.89 pounds and $28. Similar to the first one in that it's basically all shaft so it can be wobbly. My original one is shorter at 54" (another generic "selfie stick tripod"). Not a big deal as I normally sit down for interviews. I bought the first one I mentioned specifically to be used if I'm standing along with any guests. This 3rd one is about 14" fully collapsed. This exact one is no longer available but there are others that look just like it. I don't know the actual weight, but I'd guess it's under 1.5 pounds. I paid $24 for it and similar ones are about the same. It also easily fits in my backpack. For many years my entire travel setup fit inside a backpack. Now I have a little bit more equipment. I use a carry-on bag for some of it. If I bring my larger lights, then the light stands need to be in my On-Stage bag (the same one you did a video on a while ago). I haven't done that set up if I have to fly, so I don't know how I'll do it. Probably in my checked luggage.

@MarkusPix Жыл бұрын

I use selfie stick stands for my Osmo action to film behind the scenes stuff. They're great for tiny cameras, but they shouldn't be more than 1 lb or you're getting into the same weight as the travel light stands or even the Aoka travel tripod I featured in the previous tripod video

@NightVSN Жыл бұрын

love the backdrop

@garybrown9719 Жыл бұрын

The 3look great

@dublbude Жыл бұрын

You are the man Markus!

@MarkusPix Жыл бұрын

I hope so, or else I'm wearing the wrong underwear

@FisherPost Жыл бұрын

You should be on TV!

@joegrossinger3381 Жыл бұрын

Very instructive show. Thanks

@robertfontaine3650 Жыл бұрын

That's a slick tripod. added to my list on ali.

@kyleledotnet Жыл бұрын

Have you had problems with the legs becoming loose on their own over time?

@hikari_ray Жыл бұрын

Great review, great tripod. Im looking for travel tripod right now. Maybe i'll buy that one

@randomoneforstuff3696 Жыл бұрын

It's truly amazing, though a bit expensive at $150.

@hikari_ray Жыл бұрын

@@randomoneforstuff3696 comparing to other travel tripods, peak design 650$ and ulanzi coman zero y 380$. I think that's a good deal.

@randomoneforstuff3696 Жыл бұрын

@@hikari_ray Well, you'd only buy those if you are a "professional" whose main business is photography. I was talking about it being expensive at $150 in relation to the average travel tripod on amazon, which is usually around $50. So, yes, it is a good deal if you are already invested into photography, but if you just wanted a tripod to take on a family vacation or something, then it's expensive compared to what you would usually find on amazon.

@hikari_ray Жыл бұрын

@@randomoneforstuff3696 in that case yep, it's expensive enough. It's better to buy cheaper.

@DemureLifestyle Жыл бұрын

Way cool! thanks Markus

@eagleeatsmonkey3621 Жыл бұрын

good gonna get one and try it out.... tks man

@DuskoJovic Жыл бұрын

Thanks man. This is awesome.

@snapchick Жыл бұрын

Just found your channel and this is a great review. Can I ask, in your opinion, which is the better version of the ball head? I can't decide between the two. Much apprecisted!

@markattardo Жыл бұрын

Those are slick!!

@pathfindercod4638 Жыл бұрын

Thanks homie!!

@MarkusPix Жыл бұрын

@manolinvalen Жыл бұрын

Very good video Markus!! One question to you. I'm going to Egypt and I would like to travel without having any issues with the local authorities. Have you ever been to Egypt? If so, what gear did you use?

@MarkusPix Жыл бұрын

kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ptuWgcuSvM2uj4U.html 😄

@snowhite1qazse4 10 ай бұрын

I'm looking for a lightweight tripod for my heavy full frame body and lenses. This is lightweight and unique design. However, I wonder how strong are the locking mechanism of the legs. When I tested this out and lock the legs by turning it, it feels very fragile with a cracking sounds... Repeating the locking and unlocking of the legs, will this last for many years? Thanks for the answer

@2point..0 Жыл бұрын

WHOLLY MOLLY !!! NICE!!! Liky #19!!!

@chumleyk Жыл бұрын

Who's going to tell Markus about the word 'height'? ...

@hansleeuw2840 Жыл бұрын

Great video. The tripods are easy enough to find. Do you have any advise though on how to get the extension rods? Maybe a search term (fotopro carbon extension rod/shaft shows nothing)? You seem to get the one in the video from another tripod, no?

@MarkusPix Жыл бұрын

They sell carbon fiber extension rods online at B&H and Amazon, but they are 1/4 20 threads, not the wider threads from this tripod. Here I am demonstrating one way to use them with normal small tripods kzfaq.info/get/bejne/oadxrZmTvLuVaWg.html here's one www.amazon.com/BESTLIFE-Extension-Lightweight-Accessory-Stabilizer/dp/B07Q75JT78/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?crid=32C1HSVTPJ87R&keywords=Carbon+Fiber+Extension+Rod+Tripod+Extension+Tube+Lightweight+Pole+Extender+Accessory+for+Tripod+Stabilizer&qid=1654355277&sprefix=%2Caps%2C319&sr=8-2-spons&psc=1&smid=A247PT7Z3538KM&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFZTDFBVlhUT1ZIOVYmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTAxODcwODcxOFZQNllEQlJKOEpEJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTAxNDczMjExSzMwVkRCME5WU0RRJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ%3D%3D and here's another one www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009OMPVQI/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

@erikalemancreative 6 ай бұрын

Is there a way to buy just the center column piece to make it taller, or do you have to buy two tripods?

@newone6410 Жыл бұрын

Nice

@MTBs Жыл бұрын

Again, I'm mentioning the MeFoto Backpacker Air since it's only 10 inches short when closed which must be a record and is very important for me since I need to carry the tripod inside my backpack when riding MTBs. But sure, the X-Aircrosses seem better built.

@MarkusPix Жыл бұрын

The MeFoto is only 10 inches closed because its a short tripod.

@MTBs Жыл бұрын

@@MarkusPix Both have the exact same max height at 151 cm.

@MarkusPix Жыл бұрын

Yes but that 151 cm is with the center column fully extended which is really unstable and wobbly, especially with a heavy camera and lens on top. The actual tripod part is only 37 inches (95cm) which is just waist height, like the tiny Aoka I showed in the tripod video. They're ok for small lightweight stuff, but not serious cameras. and they weigh MORE than the Fotopro! It's the same basic idea as the Fotopro, but really only half as high and weighs MORE than the Fotopro, which is is super sturdy at full height. There's a reason the Mefoto has been discontinued. But I might get one anyway just for fun 😄

@MTBs Жыл бұрын

@@MarkusPix Thanks for responding. The legs are actually taller than the Aoka, but I agree on that the Fotopro probably is much sturdier. The weight of the Mefoto is still 0.9 kg, so I don't have any complaints there and as mentioned the small size when closed is the only reason I got that tripod. The downsides with the Mefoto is that it's not as sturdy when fully extended as you mentioned. I use it with a Sony ZV-1 in pretty strong winds and have not had any issues yet. I can always get the shot. The real downside is that the legs don't stay in place if you don't twist them hard enough. I think that's why it's discontinued. It could damage the camera. But after 2 years I have learned how hard to twist the legs so it has come second nature for me and I feel that I can trust the thing now. I'll look into the Fotopro, it might be a step up from the Mefoto. 👍

@MarkusPix Жыл бұрын

Yeah I heard about the legs giving out if not twisted aggresively. Cute little thing though

@johnnydee7480 Жыл бұрын

I bought this tripod (version 3). I love it. I would love to buy an extension by itself. Has anyone found anything on Amazon that would work?

@LarsErikNes 3 ай бұрын

I wounder how these work after some use in rough weather and salt water. Does anyone know if it is possible to do maintenance ?

@bobcustoms Жыл бұрын

Thank you markus does the ball head come off the v3 leaving a 1/4-20 or 3/8-16 thead? I like to add an arca swiss clamp to the trypod and an arca swiss plate to the bullhead making the bullhead removable. So switching between a fluid head, ball head or light post super easy. And also makes the storing length of the trypod shorter. So yeah would love to know it the ball head comes off the v3 or what thread is on the shaft if it is 5/8 there are adapters from 5/8 to 1/4 ...

@MarkusPix Жыл бұрын

Yes they both do. V3 already has an arca swiss type clamp. V3 has a 3/8 thread and V2 takes both- its a 3/8 that tapers down to 1/4, how cool is that!

@lorilopez6806 Жыл бұрын

Does the 2 also have arca Swiss plate? I thought I saw that it did on adorama or b&h.

@kevinnguyen1527 Жыл бұрын

You do not have DP design to compare. How do you know the one in your video is better than PD tripod?

@MarkusPix Жыл бұрын

Camera store is right down the street. First PD is a quite a bit heavier than any of these. That and how small it collapses down are my two biggest factors, plus height. Big strike one. It's not as tall. Strike two. It doesn't collapse as small. And it costs more than ten other tripods. Nuclear death strike. Even the camera store said yeah its way overhyped.

@Deminimis2 Жыл бұрын

Markus can the tripods be extended section by section or would the legs have to be fully extended?

@MarkusPix Жыл бұрын

You can adjust each leg to whatever length you want

@Deminimis2 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Markus. Just what I was looking for. Small light. None of those flippy or twisty locks.

@lorraine6185 Жыл бұрын

Hi Markus, I ordered the tripod. They send me an email saying follow your order. And that it was in my home town. That was on March 9th. There emails are very confusing. Are they waiting for us to pay the duty? Thank You

@MarkusPix Жыл бұрын

Once you pay for it, that's it. if it comes from China, it could take several weeks. If its from a national warehouse, maybe a week.