Tripods & Monopods

Slik Lighty Pod DQ Monopod with Q/R Head

Slik Lighty Pod DQ Monopod with Q/R Head

Winter Sale - New Ex-Display - Save £10, normally £59.99 - Limited Stock - Sale ends 31/1/25
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  • Limited Stock, new ex-display (boxed as new, 3 year Slik warranty)
  • Closed Length: 530mm
  • Head Type: Ball head SBH-100DQ
  • Leg Lock Type: Flip-Lever Lock
  • Leg Sections: 5
  • Maximum Height: 1,615mm
  • Weight: 490g
£49.99
Leofoto MP-284C Carbon Fibre Monopod

Leofoto MP-284C Carbon Fibre Monopod

NEW LOW PRICE
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  • Weight: 414g
  • Max Height: 1.65m
  • Folded Length: 52.3cm
  • 4 Leg Sections
  • 28mm Leg Diameter
  • 6 Year Warranty
  • Carbon Fibre
£59.99
Leofoto MP-285C Carbon Fibre Monopod

Leofoto MP-285C Carbon Fibre Monopod

NEW LOW PRICE
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  • Weight: 412g
  • Max Height: 1.53m
  • Folded Length: 43.3cm
  • 5 Leg Sections
  • 28mm Leg Diameter
  • 6 Year Warranty
  • Carbon Fibre
£69.99
Leofoto MP-326C Carbon Fibre Monopod

Leofoto MP-326C Carbon Fibre Monopod

NEW LOW PRICE
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  • Weight: 485g
  • Max Height: 1.55m
  • Folded Length: 41.5cm
  • 6 Leg Sections
  • 32mm Leg Diameter
  • 6 Year Warranty
  • Carbon Fibre
£79.99
Vanguard VEO 2S CM-264TR 26mm Carbon Monopod with Smartphone Kit

Vanguard VEO 2S CM-264TR 26mm Carbon Monopod with Smartphone Kit

Instant Save Offer - Save £20, was £119.00 - ends 30th September
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  • Compact 4-section 26mm carbon fibre monopod with 1/4" thread
  • Weighs 800g with maximum load capacity of 15kg
  • Folds down to 55cm and extends to 163cm
  • Foldable tri-feet allow for enhanced stability with minimal footprint
  • Advanced twist-leg locks to set up the monopod in seconds
  • Rapid set and easy to clean twist locks
  • Smartphone kit includes VEO PA-10 holder with VEO BT-11 Bluetooth remote
£99.00
Leofoto MP-365C Carbon Fibre Monopod

Leofoto MP-365C Carbon Fibre Monopod

NEW LOW PRICE
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  • Weight: 598g
  • Max Height: 1.75m
  • Folded Length: 49.5cm
  • 5 Leg Sections
  • 36mm Leg Diameter
  • 6 Year Warranty
  • Carbon Fibre
£114.99
Manfrotto Befree Advanced AS lever alu tripod

Manfrotto Befree Advanced AS lever alu tripod

15% Instant Saving, was £174.00 - OFFER ENDS 04/08/2025
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  • Travel-ready pro photo tripod ideal for mirrorless cameras
  • Mount any gear with the full Arca-compatible attachment
  • Lever Lock system for instant gear visual safety check
  • Ball Head with 3 independent knobs for maximum shooting freedom
  • Your equipment safer than ever with UNI/PdR 105:2021 compliance
£147.00
Manfrotto Befree Advanced AS twist alu tripod

Manfrotto Befree Advanced AS twist alu tripod

15% Instant Saving, was £174.00 - OFFER ENDS 04/08/2025
Estimated delivery time: 10 working days
  • Travel-ready pro photo tripod ideal for mirrorless cameras
  • Mount any gear with the full Arca-compatible attachment
  • A simple single twist to securing your tripod legs
  • Ball Head with 3 independent knobs for maximum shooting freedom
  • Your equipment safer than ever with UNI/PdR 105:2021 compliance
£147.00
Manfrotto Befree GT PRO alu tripod legs

Manfrotto Befree GT PRO alu tripod legs

15% Instant Saving, was £174.00 - OFFER ENDS 04/08/2025
Estimated delivery time: 10 working days
  • Pro travel aluminum tripod legs: match it with your fav head
  • Ideal for mirrorless cameras
  • Leg angle selector for quick and precise tripod adjustment
  • A simple single twist to securing your tripod legs
  • Your equipment safer than ever with UNI/PdR 105:2021 compliance
£147.00
Manfrotto MT190XPRO3 Aluminium Tripod- New Ex-Display

Manfrotto MT190XPRO3 Aluminium Tripod- New Ex-Display

Clearance - Save £19, was £189.00 - New Ex-Display, Boxed with 2 Year G'tee - Available at LCE So'ton Civic & Online - Limited Period only
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  • One only, New Ex-Display, Boxed complete with min 2 year warranty
  • High quality 3 section aluminium tripod with lever leg locks
  • Maximum Height - 160 CM
  • Collapsed length - 59CM
  • Weight - 2 KG
  • Maximum Load - 15KG
£169.99
Manfrotto 190X ALU 3 SEC W BALL HEAD AS

Manfrotto 190X ALU 3 SEC W BALL HEAD AS

SPRING OFFER SAVE £80 WAS £259.00
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  • Perfect for Advanced and Enthusiast Photographers
  • Mount any gear with the full Arca-compatible attachment
  • Intuitive head that offers three independent controls
  • Maximise your creativity with ultra-low shooting positions
  • Highest safety standards ensured by UNI/PdR 105:2021 compliance
£179.00
Leofoto Ranger LS-224C Carbon Fibre Tripod + LH-25 Ballhead

Leofoto Ranger LS-224C Carbon Fibre Tripod + LH-25 Ballhead

NEW LOW PRICE
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  • Low profile Ball Head
  • Weight: 900g (Tripod 728g + Head 172g)
  • Max Height: 1.16m
  • Max Height + Centre Column: 1.49m
  • Min Height: 12.5cm
  • Folded Length: 45cm (38cm + 6.7cm)
  • Max Capacity: 6kg
  • 6 Year Warranty
  • 10 Layer Carbon Fibre
  • Separate Centre Column
  • 22mm Diameter Legs
£199.99
Leofoto Urban LX-225CT Carbon Fibre Tripod + XB-32Q Ballhead

Leofoto Urban LX-225CT Carbon Fibre Tripod + XB-32Q Ballhead

Save £80 Off RRP of £279.99
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  • Weight: 1.05kg
  • Max Height: 1.37m
  • Height Column Down: 1.07m
  • Min Height: 18cm
  • Folded Length: 33cm
  • 6 Year Warranty
  • 10 Layer Carbon Fibre
  • 22mm Diameter Legs
£199.99
Manfrotto Befree GT PRO carbon tripod legs

Manfrotto Befree GT PRO carbon tripod legs

15% Instant Saving, was £246.00 - OFFER ENDS 04/08/2025
Estimated delivery time: 10 working days
  • Pro travel carbon tripod legs: match it with your fav head
  • Ideal for mirrorless cameras
  • Leg angle selector for quick and precise tripod adjustment
  • A simple single twist to securing your tripod legs
  • Your equipment safer than ever with UNI/PdR 105:2021 compliance
£209.00
Manfrotto Befree Advanced AS twist carbon tripod

Manfrotto Befree Advanced AS twist carbon tripod

15% Instant Saving, was £249.00 - OFFER ENDS 04/08/2025
In stock for home delivery, contact us for store availability
  • Travel-ready pro photo tripod ideal for mirrorless cameras
  • Mount any gear with the full Arca-compatible attachment
  • A simple single twist to securing your tripod legs
  • Ball Head with 3 independent knobs for maximum shooting freedom
  • Your equipment safer than ever with UNI/PdR 105:2021 compliance
£211.00
Leofoto Armour LN-284CT Carbon Fibre Tripod + NB-40 Panning Clamp Ballhead

Leofoto Armour LN-284CT Carbon Fibre Tripod + NB-40 Panning Clamp Ballhead

£70 Instant Save, Was £299 - LIMITED TIME ONLY!
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  • 4-Section carbon fibre tripod
  • Low profile dual panning ballhead
  • Arca Swiss compatible
  • Detachable monopod leg
  • 28mm Diameter legs
  • Max Height: 1.55m
  • 10 Layer Carbon Fibre
  • 6 Year Warranty
  • Weight 1.76kg
£229.00
Leofoto Ranger LS-254C Carbon Fibre Tripod + LH-30 Ballhead

Leofoto Ranger LS-254C Carbon Fibre Tripod + LH-30 Ballhead

NEW LOW PRICE
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  • Low profile Ball Head
  • Weight: 1.24kg (Tripod 930g + Head 310g)
  • Max Height: 1.28m
  • Max Height + Centre Column: 1.6m
  • Min Height: 15.2cm
  • Folded Length: 52cm (44cm + 8cm)
  • Max Capacity: 8kg
  • 6 Year Warranty
  • 10 Layer Carbon Fibre
  • Separate Centre Column
  • 25mm Diameter Legs
£239.99
Manfrotto Befree GT PRO 3-Way alu tripod

Manfrotto Befree GT PRO 3-Way alu tripod

15% Instant Saving, was £284.00 - OFFER ENDS 04/08/2025
Estimated delivery time: 10 working days
  • Pro dual photo/video tripod kit: no compromises
  • Ideal for mirrorless cameras weighing up to 6kg
  • Smooth footage with foldable 3-Way fluid head & leveling column
  • Compatible with Arca-type, 200PL-PRO and Manfrotto 501PL video plate
  • Your equipment safer than ever with UNI/PdR 105:2021 compliance
£241.00
Manfrotto 055 ALU 3 SEC KIT BALL HEAD AS

Manfrotto 055 ALU 3 SEC KIT BALL HEAD AS

SPRING OFFER SAVE £100 WAS £349.00
In stock for home delivery, contact us for store availability
  • Sturdy Professional Aluminium Tripod
  • XPRO Ball Head with Arca-compatible attachment
  • Capture new perspectives with the 90° column system
  • Effortless Setups with Quick Power Lock and Easy Link
  • Highest safety standards ensured by UNI/PdR 105:2021 compliance
£249.00
Leofoto Ranger LS-323C Carbon Fibre Tripod

Leofoto Ranger LS-323C Carbon Fibre Tripod

NEW LOW PRICE
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  • Tallest Standard Ranger Tripod
  • Weight: 1.42kg
  • Max Height: 1.52m
  • Min Height: 9.5cm
  • Folded Length: 54cm
  • 6 Year Warranty
  • 10 Layer Carbon Fibre
  • 3 Leg Sections
  • 32mm Diameter Legs
£249.99
Manfrotto 190 Go Carbon Fibre Tripod MT190GOC4

Manfrotto 190 Go Carbon Fibre Tripod MT190GOC4

SAVE £30 WAS £299.00
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  • High quality 4 section Carbon Fibre tripod with NEW Fast operating M twist leg locks
  • Maximum Height - 146 CM
  • Collapsed length - 45CM
  • Weight - 1.35 KG
  • Maximum Load - 15KG
£269.00
Leofoto Azure AZ-204C Travel Tripod + LH-25R Ball Head

Leofoto Azure AZ-204C Travel Tripod + LH-25R Ball Head

New Compact Travel Tripod for 2025
In stock for home delivery, contact us for store availability
  • Carbon Fibre
  • Compact & Portable
  • Lever Locks
  • Oval Leg Tubes
  • Invertible & Splitable Centre Column
  • 4 Leg Angles
  • Dual Panoramic Ballhead
  • Arca Swiss Compatible
  • Weight: 1.2kg
  • Max Height: 1.405m
  • Min Height: 16.5cm
  • Folded Length: 48cm
  • Max Capacity: 7kg
£274.99
Peak Design Travel Tripod Aluminium Alloy

Peak Design Travel Tripod Aluminium Alloy

SAVE £80. WAS £379. WITH FREE ULTRALIGHT CONVERSION KIT WORTH £27.95. OFFER ENDS 17TH AUGUST 2025
Estimated delivery time: 14 working days
  • Weight 1.56Kg
  • Load Capacity 9.1Kg
  • Max Height 152.4cm
  • Comes with Case
£299.00
Leofoto Mr. Q Series Tripod LQ-284C+LH-30 Ballhead

Leofoto Mr. Q Series Tripod LQ-284C+LH-30 Ballhead

Save £400 OFF RRP (£699.00)- Available in store at Chichester or Online - While Stocks Last
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  • This is brand new sealed stock . It will
  • come with the standard manufacturer's 10 Year warranty.
  • Compact & Lightweight System Tripod
  • Configure with or without centre column
  • Carbon Fibre Legs
  • Weight: 1.53kg (Tripod 1.22kg + Head 310g)
  • Max Height: 1.29m
  • Max Height + Centre Column: 1.58m
  • Min Height: 16cm
  • Folded Length: 54cm (45.6cm + 8.4cm)
  • Max Capacity: 10kg
  • 6 Year Warranty
  • 28mm Diameter Legs
£299.99
Leofoto Ranger LS-284C Carbon Fibre Tripod + LH-30 Ballhead

Leofoto Ranger LS-284C Carbon Fibre Tripod + LH-30 Ballhead

NEW LOW PRICE
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  • Low profile Ball Head
  • Weight: 1.42kg (Tripod 1.12kg + Head 310g)
  • Max Height: 1.28m
  • Max Height + Centre Column: 1.6m
  • Min Height: 15cm
  • Folded Length: 53cm (45cm + 8cm)
  • Max Capacity: 10kg
  • Twist Locks
  • 6 Year Warranty
  • 10 Layer Carbon Fibre
  • Separate Centre Column
  • 28mm Diameter Legs
£299.99
Leofoto Ranger LS-324C Carbon Fibre Tripod + LH-40 Ballhead

Leofoto Ranger LS-324C Carbon Fibre Tripod + LH-40 Ballhead

NEW LOW PRICE - BEST SELLER
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  • Low profile Ball Head
  • Weight: 1.88kg (Tripod 1.38kg + Head 496g)
  • Max Height: 1.39m
  • Max Height + Centre Column: 1.7m
  • Min Height: 16.5cm
  • Folded Length: 56.5cm (48.5cm + 8.5cm)
  • Max Capacity: 15kg
  • 6 Year Warranty
  • 10 Layer Carbon Fibre
  • Separate Centre Column
  • 32mm Diameter Legs
£299.99
Gitzo GM4562 Series 4 Carbon 4 sections Monopod -EX-Display

Gitzo GM4562 Series 4 Carbon 4 sections Monopod -EX-Display

One Only EX-Display Save £14.00
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  • Super light, 6-section carbon fiber monopod
  • Extreme stability for professional DSLRs with long lenses
  • Strong and secure with G-lock Ultra system
  • Designed to capture sport shoots, with innovative pivoting foot
  • Removable feet, easy to accessorize via 1/4" and 3/8" attachment
  • Safety Payload 35 kg
£305.00
Manfrotto Befree GT PRO 3-Way carbon tripod

Manfrotto Befree GT PRO 3-Way carbon tripod

15% Instant Saving, was £374.00 - OFFER ENDS 04/08/2025
Estimated delivery time: 10 working days
  • Pro dual photo/video tripod kit: no compromises
  • Ideal for mirrorless cameras weighing up to 6kg
  • Smooth footage with foldable 3-Way fluid head & leveling column
  • Compatible with Arca-type, 200PL-PRO and Manfrotto 501PL video plate
  • Your equipment safer than ever with UNI/PdR 105:2021 compliance
£317.00
Leofoto Azure AZ-235C Travel Tripod + LH-30R Ball Head

Leofoto Azure AZ-235C Travel Tripod + LH-30R Ball Head

New Compact Travel Tripod for 2025
In stock for home delivery, contact us for store availability
  • Carbon Fibre
  • Compact & Portable
  • Lever Locks
  • Oval Leg Tubes
  • Invertible & Splitable Centre Column
  • 4 Leg Angles
  • Dual Panoramic Ballhead
  • Arca Swiss Compatible
  • Weight: 1.5kg
  • Max Height: 1.612m
  • Min Height: 17.1cm
  • Folded Length: 48.6cm
  • Max Capacity: 10kg
£319.99
Leofoto Mr. Q Series Tripod LQ-324C+LH-40 Ballhead

Leofoto Mr. Q Series Tripod LQ-324C+LH-40 Ballhead

Ex Display Save £520 OFF RRP (£899.99)- Available in store at Chichester or Online - One Available
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  • This is brand new sealed stock . It will
  • come with the standard manufacturer's 10 Year warranty.
  • Compact & Lightweight System Tripod
  • Configure with or without centre column
  • Carbon Fibre Legs
  • Weight: 1.98kg (Tripod 1.47kg + Head 510g)
  • Max Height: 1.39m
  • Max Height + Centre Column: 1.68m
  • Min Height: 16.5cm
  • Folded Length: 58cm (49.5cm + 8.5cm)
  • Max Capacity: 10kg
  • 6 Year Warranty
  • 32mm Diameter Legs
£379.99
Manfrotto 055 CF 4 SEC KIT BALL HEAD AS

Manfrotto 055 CF 4 SEC KIT BALL HEAD AS

SPRING OFFER SAVE £200 WAS £599.00
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  • Lightweight Pro Carbon Fibre Tripod for Enhanced Stability
  • XPRO Ball Head with Arca-compatible attachment
  • Capture Unique Perspectives with the 90° Column System
  • Effortless Setups with Quick Power Lock and Easy Link
  • Highest safety standards ensured by UNI/PdR 105:2021 compliance
£399.99
Leofoto Summit LM-324CL Extra Long Carbon Fibre Tripod

Leofoto Summit LM-324CL Extra Long Carbon Fibre Tripod

NEW LOW PRICE
Estimated delivery time: 45 working days
  • Over 2 Metres Tall
  • Load Capacity: 25kg
  • Weight: 1.82kg
  • Max. Height: 2.02m
  • Min. Height: 10.3cm
  • Folded Length: 67.8cm
  • Leg Sections: 4
  • Leg Diameter: 32 / 28 / 25 / 22 mm
  • 6 Year Warranty
  • 10 Layer Carbon Fibre
£449.99
Leofoto Summit LM-364C Carbon Fibre Tripod

Leofoto Summit LM-364C Carbon Fibre Tripod

NEW LOW PRICE
Estimated delivery time: 21 working days
  • Load Capacity: 30kg
  • Weight: 1.92kg
  • Max. Height: 1.45m
  • Min. Height: 9cm
  • Folded Length: 53cm
  • Leg Sections: 4
  • Leg Diameter: 36 / 32 / 28 / 25 mm
  • 6 Year Warranty
  • 10 Layer Carbon Fibre
£449.99
Peak Design Travel Tripod Carbon Fibre
Vanguard VESTA VS-62 Pocketpod

Vanguard VESTA VS-62 Pocketpod

In stock for home delivery, contact us for store availability
  • Folds down to 140mm and weighs 155g for maximum portabililty
  • Extends between 130mm to 175mm high (210mm when used as a selfie stick)
  • Integrated ball head with pan handle that allows maximum control in portrait or landscape
  • Standard 1/4" thread to attach direct to a camera or a smartphone adaptor
  • Supports load capacities up to 1kg with legs retracted (or up to 500g with legs extended)
£9.99
Leofoto BPL-50N Quick Release Plate

Leofoto BPL-50N Quick Release Plate

In stock for home delivery, contact us for store availability
  • Updated N Version
  • Longer Rubber Grips
  • Arca Swiss Compatible
  • 50mm Length
  • 38mm Width
  • 10mm Thickness
  • 20mm Scale Markings
£14.99
Leofoto PU-25 Mini Quick Release Plate

Leofoto PU-25 Mini Quick Release Plate

In stock for home delivery, contact us for store availability
  • Arca Swiss Compatible
  • 38mm Length
  • 25mm Width
  • 12g Weight
£14.99
Kenro Smart Lite 7" Mini Tripod & Handgrip

Kenro Smart Lite 7" Mini Tripod & Handgrip

In stock for home delivery, contact us for store availability
  • Handy mini-tripod / Handgrip
  • Supports upto 10kg
£16.99
Leofoto NP-50 Quick Release Plate

Leofoto NP-50 Quick Release Plate

In stock for home delivery, contact us for store availability
  • Arca Swiss Compatible
  • 50mm Length
  • 44mm Width
  • 10mm Depth
  • 38g Weight
  • Hand Strap Slot
£17.99
Benro PocketPod Table Top Tripod

Benro PocketPod Table Top Tripod

Estimated delivery time: 31 working days
£19.99
Leofoto QP-70N Quick Release Plate

Leofoto QP-70N Quick Release Plate

In stock for home delivery, contact us for store availability
  • Arca Swiss Compatible
  • 70mm Length
  • 38mm Width
  • 10mm Thickness
  • 49g Weight
  • 40mm Scale Markings
£19.99
Leofoto NP-60 Quick Release Plate

Leofoto NP-60 Quick Release Plate

Estimated delivery time: 7 working days
  • Arca Swiss Compatible
  • 60mm Length
  • 44mm Width
  • 10mm Depth
  • 42g Weight
  • Hand Strap Slot
£22.95
Joby GorillaPod 325

Joby GorillaPod 325

In stock for home delivery, contact us for store availability
  • Compact Flexible Tripod for Compact Cameras
  • Jointed Legs for Diverse Support Options
  • Load Capacity: 0.72 lbs / 325g
  • Weight: 52g
  • Built-In Ball Head with 90° Tilt
£24.99
Manfrotto PIXI Mini Tripod

Manfrotto PIXI Mini Tripod

In stock for home delivery, contact us for store availability
  • Sturdy Table-Top Tripod
  • Mini Ball Head with Single Knob
  • Push Button Ball Head Adjustment
  • 1/4"-20 Camera Screw
  • Stainless Steel and Adapto Polymer
  • Rubber Feet
  • 5.3" Maximum Height
  • Supports up to 1kg
  • Weighs Just 190g
£28.00
Benro BK15 Mini Tripod & Selfie Stick
Leofoto PU-90D Long Quick Release Plate

Leofoto PU-90D Long Quick Release Plate

In stock for home delivery, contact us for store availability
  • Arca Swiss Compatible
  • 90mm Length
  • 38mm Width
£29.99
Slik Monopod 350

Slik Monopod 350

In stock for home delivery, contact us for store availability
  • Closed Length: 510mm
  • Leg Lock Type: Flip-lever lock
  • Leg Sections: 4
  • Maximum Height: 1,600mm
  • Weight: 350g
£29.99
Leofoto PC-90II Arca Swiss Phone Holder / Adapter

Leofoto PC-90II Arca Swiss Phone Holder / Adapter

In stock for home delivery, contact us for store availability
  • Weight: 64g
  • Arca Swiss compatible base
  • Phone Capacity 56-90mm
  • 1/4" Mounting Threads
£35.00
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