A 6-in-1 option, the Benro MeFoto Road Trip Pro converts into a variety of styles to suit different styles of shooting. Unlike some in the Manfrotto Befree range, the 2N1 is only available in aluminum, but you can choose between clip locks and twist locks for the 4-section legs.

Being lightweight is important: This tripod weighs less than 2 lbs but still has a maximum payload of 6.Its detachable monopod leg can be used as a mic or camera boom, and it has a Tri-Mount system for adding accessories.

It also boasts an Easy Link socket for attaching accessories and has a refined locking mechanism for its multi-angle legs.With a maximum 160cm height, it's also taller than many travel tripods – making it perfect for presenting to the camera at near head height. Vanguard VEO 3 GO 204CB Carbon Fiber Tripod You won't find a travel tripod much lighter than this compact option from Vanguard. The Joby GorillaPod 3K Pro Kit is a unique take on a tripod that can wrap around almost anything to hold 6.

Some also include as many as five sections in each leg, and a two-section extending center column, reducing the folded height even further, while still enabling reasonably lofty shooting. The Legende Traveller Tripod Kit has a great design and performs just as nicely as it looks thanks to its well-designed, ultra-smooth knobs, dials and adjustments. Its safety payload tops out at 9kg, though in our tests we found that it was able to take an awful lot of gear – we’re talking full-frame cameras with heavy lenses.The Befree Advanced Travel Tripod Twist is all about travel but offers extra support compared to most similar products.

Passionate about weaving the core principles of storytelling into his images, he approaches brand and copywriting work in much the same way. It has a detachable monopod leg which can also be used as a microphone or camera boom, a Tri-Mount system for adding accessories, and an innovative two-section center column. The JOBY GorillaPod 3K Pro is an unusual looking tripod that is very lightweight and surprisingly sturdy.We loved the speedy setup and takedown on this tripod, although we were slightly less fond of the camera attachment. Well we all like to travel light, and conventional full-sized tripods tend to be big, heavy, and unwieldy – so we often leave them at home, which is a surefire way of making them completely useless.