Colorful Sirui Tripods For the Holidays!

Red Ultra-compact Table Top Tripods

The SIRUI 3T-35 Table Top Tripod Kit is an ultra-compact, rugged, portable, flexible table top tripod…and much more! At only 9.5 inches closed, it can easily fit in a camera bag, backpack or back pocket. It can even fit in you glove compartment!

The SIRUI 3T-35 is made of forged aircraft grade aluminum alloy, so it’s rugged and built to last! It’s large, stable support legs can hold digital and video cameras weighing up to 8.8lbs.

 And the two-section center column can extend to 13.5 inches! Ideal for videos, selfies, overhead shots or just letting you get into the shot with your friends or family, the 3T-35 is a winner!

Available in eye-catching RED or classic Black. And at only $64.94 (including ball head and Arca-compatible Quick Release plate), they can fit anyones budget.

Red or Blue Compact Travel Tripod Kits

There’s always room for a SIRUI T-005X Travel Tripod Kit in your bag or backpack! It folds down to only 12.2″, opens up to 54.5″, is surprisingly lightweight, ruggedly constructed and stylish! The aluminum T-005X comes in Red, Blue or Black, weighs only 2.3lb including C-10S ball head (with Arca-compatible QR plate) and holds 8.8lb!

Need to save some ounces and hold heavier equipment? The Sirui T-025X 8-layer Carbon Fiber kit weighs only 2.0 lb with  ball head and holds an impressive 13.2lb!

The T-005X sells for only $119.94 and the T-025X Carbon Fiber model sells for $219.94

 

If you want the ultra-compact features of the          SIRUI T-005X in a tripod kit that can handle a larger camera/lens outfit, take a look at the new Sirui T-004X Tripod Kit (they come in Red, Blue or Black). It’s taller height, wider stance, adjustable center column and short center column gives you even more flexibility! And it also comes in Carbon Fiber for just $234.94 (only $100 more than the aluminum version)!

Now’s the perfect time to buy that travel photographer a tripod that is always there when they need it. Easy to carry and setup, rugged, reliable and lightweight.

To see more details on the SIRUI 3T-35 go to http://www.sirui.com/sirui-3t-series-tripod.html. For the T-0X series Tripod Kits, go to http://www.sirui.com/sirui-t-0x-series.html.

To see the full range of Sirui professional products – including tripods, monopods, heads, photo Messenger bags and Backpacks, Mobile phone lenses, accessories and more, please visit us at  http://www.sirui.com or visit our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/SiruiUSA/

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How To Create Iconic Nightscapes – Part 3 of a series by David Akoubian

SIRUI PRO David Akoubian shares his insights and techniques: More great images and a reminder

To make these image takes patience, dedication and clear skies. And being in the right place at the right time doesn’t hurt either!

But most importantly, you must keep this in mind: No night exposure can be achieved without a solid base under your camera. I only shoot with my Sirui N-3204X Carbon Fiber tripod and Sirui K-30X Ball Head. It gives me the confidence to shoot without a worry of camera drift or shake of any kind.

 

Sirui K-30x Ball Head

Sirui N-3204X 8-layer Carbon Fiber tripod

An added bonus is that on the next day, with very little effort, I can switch out the ball head for my Sirui PH-20 Gimbal Head and start shooting birds with the same confidence of a steady base…but that is a discussion for another day…

To see more of David’s images and to connect to his blog, please go to https://bearwoodsblog.wordpress.com/

To see the Sirui N-3204X, K-30X and the full range of Sirui professional products – including tripods, monopods, heads, photo Messenger bags and Backpacks, Mobile phone lenses, accessories and more, please visit us at  http://www.sirui.com or visit our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/SiruiUSA/

 

 

How To Create Iconic Nightscapes – Part 2 of a series by David Akoubian

SIRUI PRO David Akoubian shares his insights and techniques: Recommended equipment

My “go to” tripod for this work is the Sirui N-3204X Carbon Fiber tripod with the Sirui K-30X Ball Head attached. The light weight and compact design let me hike to get to my destinations, often a mile or so from my car, without being a distraction and allowing me to focus on the trail.

I usually remove the center column and work with the short center column, allowing me to get down low to the ground to shoot as well.

 

When I set up my shots I never worry about the camera drifting during the long exposures. Why? Once I tighten the Sirui K-30X Ball Head, I know it is there to stay until I loosen it. This is the most common problem I see with other shooters, their camera moving during the exposure.

I know once I am set, the K-30X allows me to focus on the composition of the image as well as add light painting when the image needs that extra something to make a good picture into a great one!

To see more of David’s images and to connect to his blog, please go to https://bearwoodsblog.wordpress.com/

To see the Sirui N-3204X, K-30X and the full range of Sirui professional products – including tripods, monopods, heads, photo Messenger bags and Backpacks, Mobile phone lenses, accessories and more, please visit us at  http://www.sirui.com or visit our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/SiruiUSA/

SIRUI Rebates in Time for the Holidays

Now’s the perfect time to buy a SIRUI professional N-X Series or W-Series Waterproof tripod!

With valuable features like monopod legs, split center columns, high load capacities, maximum stability and even waterproof (W-Series), they’re the perfect gift for your favorite photographer…and for yourself, too!

                 

W-Series Waterproof Tripods

Not only are they great tripods, they’ve got rebates up to $30 that make them an even better deal.  To see all N-X Series tripods go to: http://www.sirui.com/sirui-n-x-series.html. For W-Series tripods go to: http://www.sirui.com/sirui-w-series.html.

SIRUI PHOTO BAGS AND BACKPACKS

Need a stylish, functional Messenger style Photo bag or a full-function photo backpack that doesn’t shout “I have photo gear inside” – then you need to check out the SIRUI MyStory, Urbanite or UrbanPro bags. And with rebates up to $25, it would be foolish to wait another minute to get these amazing new bags.

           

To see the full line of SIRUI photo bags and backpacks, go to: http://www.sirui.com/photo-backpacksshoulder-bags.html.

 

Notice: Offer valid only on items listed. Valid for US residents only and cannot be combined with any other promotional offers. This offer is valid only on new items purchased from Authorized SIRUI USA Dealers listed on our website and will not be honored on imported or gray market products. Void where prohibited, taxed or restricted by law. Valid on items purchased between October 31 – December 31, 2016. Rebate requests must be postmarked by January 31, 2017

For a copy of the rebate form, please go to: http://www.sirui.com/uploads/6/0/6/3/60639147/sirui_usa_holiday_tripod_and_bag_rebate_2016.pdf

To see the full range of Sirui professional products – including tripods, monopods, heads, photo Messenger bags and Backpacks, Mobile phone lenses, accessories and more, please visit us at  http://www.sirui.com or visit our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/SiruiUSA/

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How To Create Iconic Nightscapes – Part 1 of a series by David Akoubian

SIRUI PRO David Akoubian shares his insights and techniques: Basic Requirements

With the advancements in digital photography, shooting the Milky Way and night skies is becoming more popular.

A nice wide angle lens on a digital camera using a basic starting formula of ISO 3200, 30 seconds in Manual Mode, manual focus set just shy of infinity, and white balance set around 3150K, will give you some really nice images. A cable release or self-timer to trigger the shutter will help to achieve a nice image.

Beyond a camera and proper settings, the most important part of the equation to achieving beautiful night sky images…a sturdy tripod is required. I shoot the night sky in locations that not only require me to have a rock steady base, but often is at weird angles since I am shooting rock formations or trees in the background. And I’m often lying flat on the ground to shoot.

I put all of my faith in shooting on my Sirui N-3204X Carbon Fiber tripod when I am shooting the night sky.

To see more of David’s images and to connect to his blog, please go to https://bearwoodsblog.wordpress.com/

To see the Sirui N-3204X, K-30X and the full range of Sirui professional products – including tripods, monopods, heads, photo Messenger bags and Backpacks, Mobile phone lenses, accessories and more, please visit us at  http://www.sirui.com or visit our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/SiruiUSA/

 

 

SIRUI Waterproof Tripods

New SIRUI W Series Waterproof Tripods. Water? Sand? Dirt? Bring it on!

 

Outdoor photographers and videographers who often battle the elements will love the revolutionary new SIRUI W Series Waterproof (and sandproof!) tripods. While most tripods warn against use in or near water and sand, the W Series welcomes it!

Waterproof

Sandproof

The SIRUI-designed Waterproof Sealing System (WPS) has a series of waterproof “O” rings that prevent water from seeping into the tripod leg tubes and locks, which would normally cause damage. The rubber locking components firmly grasp the legs without any gap when they are tightly locked, preventing water, sand, dust or small particles from entering the legs or the locking system. This waterproof (not just water resistant) and sandproof system enables safe and confident shooting in extreme environmental conditions (also ideal for use with spotting scopes and binoculars). Just select the height you need, lock the legs and you’re ready to go!

Equally impressive is SIRUI’s ability to extend and collapse the waterproof legs as smoothly as their standard models. And with 1/2-twist leg locks, setup and break down is fast and easy. Twist-locks are simple in design, easy to operate and easy to maintain. Using the highest quality materials and precisely manufactured leg tubes lets SIRUI achieve uncompromising stability. The SIRUI W-2204 extends up to an impressive 70.9” — essential for use in deeper water and keeping splashes and spray away from your gear — vital when shooting in deeper water or to keep your equipment away from splashes and salt spray – while folding down to only 20.5”. It weighs just 3.7 lbs., yet supports up to 39.7 lbs. solidly and securely, thanks to its 10-layers of 100% Carbon Fiber.

 

 

For speed and convenience, the redesigned Leg Angle Lock mechanisms make adjustments faster and easier than ever before. Push the lock and it stays open until you select the desired position. Using it is extremely convenient, even with wet or gloved hands! The slip-resistant rubber feet can be replaced with stainless steel spikes (included) for added grip and stability.

A bubble level is also built in for fast horizontal alignment.

One of the tripod legs converts into a waterproof monopod — ideal when a tripod is not allowed or when you’re shooting in tight spaces — and the center column can be attached for increased height.

 

 

 

 

A hook on the bottom of the center column can hold a weight bag to further secure the tripod’s position, and the split center column makes changing from a standard center column to short center column fast and easy.

The SIRUI W Series tripod’s unique leg mechanism lets you invert the legs 180° for compact storage and easy transport.

 

SIRUI W tripods come with a SIRUI USA 6-year warranty, are available in Series 1 & 2, economical aluminum or lightweight Carbon Fiber, and include a custom padded case. Price range is $199.94 – $399.94. For more information on the full line of Sirui products, please go to http://www.sirui.com or check our Facebook site at www.facebook.com/SiruiProfessionalTripods.

Sirui Gift Ideas! Compact Tripods and Monopods – Small in Size, Big in Performance

The holiday season will soon be upon us! And SIRUI has perfect gift ideas for your favorite photographer… or for yourself!

 

The Perfect Ultra-compact Tripod Kit

Ultra-compact for travel – only 12.2” when folded! There’s always room for one of these tiny wonders in your bag or backpack! Lightweight, ruggedly constructed and stylish! The T-005X Aluminum series kit comes in Blue, Red or Black, weighs only 2.3lb with C-10 ball head and securely holds up to 8.8lb!

The Sirui T-025X 8-layer Carbon Fiber kit weighs only 2.0 lb with  ball head and holds an impressive 13.2lb! These amazing tripods can extend to over 54.5 inches  – perfect for many shooting situations.

If you want the ultra-compact feature in a tripod kit that can handle a larger camera/lens outfit, take a look at the new Sirui T-004X/024X. It’s taller height, wider stance, adjustable center column and short center column gives you even more flexibility!

The Perfect Travel Tripod

For traveling photographers, the biggest problem is having a tripod when they need it! That’s why Sirui created the TX-Series of tripods.

For easy storage and transport, the Sirui T-1005X (in aluminum) and T-1205X (with 8 layers of 100% Carbon Fiber) tripods can fold as small as 13.4 in. – about the size of a 2L water bottle – and weigh as little as 1.8 lb!!

But don’t let their compact size fool you! They can handle up to 22 lb. of equipment!

And if you want a flip leg lock instead twist leg locks, you can get the Sirui ET Series of tripods.

 

 The Perfect Table Top Tripod

The new SIRUI 3T-35 Table Top Tripod Kit is an ultra, ultra-compact, rugged, portable, flexible table top tripod…and much more! At only 9.5 inches closed, it can easily fit in a camera bag, backpack or back pocket. It can even fit in you glove compartment!

 

 

 

 

 

The SIRUI 3T-35 is made of forged aircraft grade aluminum alloy, so it’s rugged and built to last! It’s large, stable support legs can hold digital and video cameras weighing up to 8.8 lbs.

 And the two-section center column can extend to 13.5 inches!

 

The Perfect Compact Monopod

The impressive Sirui P-326 monopod is one of the top selling monopods in the market! And when you get your hands on one, you’ll understand why! Made of 8 layers of 100% Carbon Fiber, strong enough to easily hold up to 22 lb. of professional gear (yet weighs less than 1 lb.!), small enough to fit in a backpack, shoulder bag or camera bag (closes to 15.4″), but opens to 61.4″ tall! And at a selling price of $99.95 … for a high-performance carbon fiber monopod … it’s a must have on your gift list!

While, you’re looking at a monopod, you really need to consider the perfect accessory for Sirui monopods. The new Sirui L-20S monopod head is a strong (holds up to 55.1 lb.), compact, has a large tilt lock knob, panning base and multiple bubble levels. It comes with an Arca-compatible Quick release plate.

 

So it’s time to get your holiday gift list together now! And with the above listing of Sirui products, you should be able to satisfy everyone’s travel needs.

All SIRUI tripods, monopods and heads, come with  a 6-year warranty.

For more information on the above Sirui products or the full line of Siru products, please go to http://www.sirui.com or check out our Facebook site at www.facebook.com/SiruiProfessionalTripods

Sirui T-004X Compact Tripod Kit – Top Gifts Under $250

It’s getting close to the holidays and it’s never too early to start planning what to buy for your favorite photographer(s)!

To help you get started, PhotographyTalk.com has published a list of photo gifts for under $250. And we’re pleased to see the new SIRUI T-004X Tripod Kit is on the top of their list!

The SIRUI T-004X is an ultra-compact tripod that takes all the benefits of our the top-selling SIRUI T-005X and adds a few extras to make it even more desirable!

Full sized, Compact tripod? Yes! It opens to 58″ but folds down to only 15.7″!

Lightweight, but sturdy? Yes! It weighs only about 2.5 lb, but can hold up to 13.2lb! And the carbon fiber SIRUI T-024X weighs only 2.0 lb!

Center column that is adjustable? Yes, plus a short center column is included to let you get just 4.9″ off of the ground!

Comes as a kit? Yes, in addition to the stable legs, it comes with the compact, impressively strong C-10X ball head with an Arca-compatible quick release plate.

Impressive price? Actually, the SIRUI T-004X is closer to $150 than $250! And the carbon fiber SIRUI T-024X is just a few dollars over $250. An amazing price for a high quality carbon fiber tripod kit!

Here’s the full article on PhotograpyTalk.com about great gifts for the holidays:

https://www.photographytalk.com/photography-articles/5945-top-10-gifts-for-photographers-under-251

To see the full story about the SIRUI T-004X/024X Ultra-compact tripod kits, please go to: http://www.sirui.com/sirui-t-0x-series.html

The new SIRUI T-004X/024X, like all SIRUI tripods, monopods and heads, comes with  a 6-year warranty.

For more information on the full line of Sirui products, please go to http://www.sirui.com or check our Facebook site at www.facebook.com/SiruiProfessionalTripods

See the Latest SIRUI Products at PhotoPlus in New York City!!

Come see Sirui tripods, monopods and heads at NYC’s biggest photo/video event of the year! From October 22~24 you can see and handle all of the new SIRUI products!

See the new SIRUI VSK-5 Video Survival Kit – 5 key video accessories in one portable, rugged, lightweight package!

SIRUI VTJ-1.8 Video Travel Jib – makes it easy to produce creative scenes with smooth movements and perspective changes.

SIRUI 3T-35 Table Top Tripod – ultra-compact, stable and always there when you need it!

SIRUI P-S Photo/Video Monopods – legendary build, features and flexibility.

Sirui W Series waterproof tripods – made to handle sun, sand and surf!

             

Sirui Photo Backpack and Shoulder Bags – stylish, rugged, versatile!

and a full selection of SIRUI products. Handle them, buy them, enjoy them!

         

And you can also learn how to use your equipment with the many workshops, seminars and hands-on events.

For more information on the complete line of SIRUI products and the SIRUI 6-year warranty, please go to http://www.sirui.com or http://www.facebook.com/SiruiProfessionalTripods.

SIRUI L-20S – Professional Tilt/pan Monopod Head

A monopod is a very valuable tool for photographers. It allows you to shoot with long telephoto lenses that are impossible to hand hold and lets you shoot in low-light situations without having to greatly increase the ISO of your camera.

However, to get the most from your monopod, you need a head that will provide smooth tilting action, high load capacity and a solid locking mechanism. Look no further than the new SIRUI L-20S Monopod Tilt Head!

With the ability to hold up to 55.1 lb. (25 kg.), the SIRUI L-20S Monopod Tilt/pan Head can be used with large, fast telephoto and zoom lenses for sports and fast moving action situations!

The SIRUI L-20S is a very rugged, stable, compact head that makes shooting with any monopod easy and convenient. The large tilt lock knob and calibrated tilt scale make handling and adjustments fast and repeatable.

The patented, SIRUI designed Dual Safety Lock Platform and SIRUI Quick Release Plate (included) prevent the camera from accidentally sliding off of the monopod head, when the quick release clamp is slightly loosened. It offers superior locking performance and reliability. Most Arca-compatible quick release plates can be used on the L-20S (Note: safety lock design not available from other brands).

The SIRUI L-20S Tilt/pan Monopod Head can be attached onto monopods or tripods with 3/8 inch mounting screws.

If you need to rotate the Quick Release Platform 90° – when using L-Brackets, camera specific Quick Release Plates or for creative control – the SIRUI L-20S has your solution! Simply unscrew the QR Platform, lift and turn the Platform 90° and re-tighten the screw. Fast, easy and convenient!

When you shoot with heavier equipment – super telephoto lenses, Pro camera bodies – that’s when the heavy-duty SIRUI L-20S really shines! Its larger build handles the biggest lenses with ease.

And as an added bonus, the SIRUI L-20S has a panning base, so you can smoothly and easily follow the action – whether you’re using a tripod or monopod.

And to make sure your shots are straight, there are 3 bubble levels to help in horizontal or vertical shooting situations.

For total flexibility and peace of mind, the ultra-rugged, high performance SIRUI L-20S is the ultimate choice!

When you combine the solid, compact design of SIRUI Monopods with the versatility of the SIRUI L-20S Monopod Tilt Head, you have an unbeatable support system at an equally unbeatable price!

The SIRUI L-20S Professional Tilt/pan Monopod Head, like all SIRUI tripods, monopods, heads and accessories, has an impressive 6 year warranty!

For more information on the full line of Sirui products, please go to http://www.sirui.com or check our Facebook site at www.facebook.com/SiruiProfessionalTripods