Leofoto Ranger LS-284 CEX Leveling

Leofoto Ranger LS-284CEX Carbon Tripod with Leveling Base

For those who don't want to extend each of the three tripod legs to a different length to compensate for uneven terrain, the Ranger LS-284CEX is an alternative to the LS-284C. Instead of under a rigid head plate, the tripod legs here join together under a leveling base. With up to 15° of tilt in any direction, it allows the generally desirable horizontal camera alignment in many situations. A decidedly useful adjustment aid especially for video and panoramic shots! For this convenience of the Ranger LS-284CEX, quite a few photographers even gladly accept the fact that the load capacity is "only" 8 kg due to the movable leveling unit (compare LS-284C with identical tripod legs: 12 kg). The working heights: maximum 1,480 mm, minimum 850 mm. The other characteristics: weight of only 1,320 g (including built-in leveling base), with a packing size of 505 mm.

Degreef & Partner exclusive distributors of Leofoto in Germany.

Degreef & Partner in the Dutch 's-Hertogenbosch is experienced for decades in the distribution of photo accessories, European and worldwide. They are proud to represent the Leofoto brand as an authorized distributor for the Benelux, Germany, France, Austria and Switzerland. Because Leofoto products are of the highest quality. And that at prices for which photo tripods of well-known brands with comparable quality are not nearly to be had.

Leofoto Ranger series - the ultra-light, but enormously stable carbon tripods.

Quasi the nature of the compact and lightweight Leofoto Ranger tripods is nature. On days of photo stalking, every gram and every millimeter counts to minimize the volume and weight of the luggage. But all equipment must not only save space and weight, but also meet very high requirements. Stability under all circumstances, that is the requirement. The required lightness is ensured by the material, carbon. Its stability and freedom from vibration "grow" with the number of its layers. Apart from the Traveler tripod series and the monopods, Leofoto tripods are made of ten-layer carbon.The deliberately modular design of all tripods in the Leofoto Ranger series - center column not built in, but only to be attached when needed - makes it possible to limit luggage to the bare essentials.
With their small diameters, the head plates of the Ranger series are also subordinate to the space-saving concept. And because they are CNC-milled from strong aircraft aluminum, they are absolutely accurate. The head plate screw has a 3/8" thread in each case. The tripod legs - each consisting of three to five leg elements, depending on the model - glide smoothly and without twisting. They are fixed in place by securely gripped, rubberized twist locks. Unwanted vibrations are absorbed by the rubber feet. If necessary, they can be replaced by the stainless steel spikes supplied or by optional snow and sand feet.

Leofoto Ranger LS-284CEX - without a center column, but with leveling convenience.

The leveling base itself can be fixed and of course released by means of a strong locking knob. For a tripod head it is provided with a 3/8" screw. The LS-284CEX does not come with a separate center column, as is the case with many other tripod models in the Ranger series. In terms of good stability, it is also not recommended to attach a center column (which can be purchased as an option). This is because the tilting of the leveling base already reduces lateral stability compared to tripods with a fixed head plate. However, a multi-tool and a set of stainless steel spikes are included, together with the carbon tripod well stowed in a carrying bag. Four strong, velvety gliding segments per tripod leg have diameters of 28, 25, 22 and 19 mm.