Zeiss Pro-Series Tripod Lightweight Kit

ZEISS Pro-Series Tripod Lightweight Kit Summary

The ZEISS Pro‑Series Lightweight Kit is slightly lighter than the Universal Kit, which is perfect when you need to move quickly or hike for longer distances with your tripod for birding and wildlife. It weighs in at 2.1 kg and folds down to 68.6 cm for transport, and the lightweight kit supports an impressive 40 kg payload, and reaches 1.76 m when fully extended.

The legs are made with the same 10‑layer carbon‑fibre weave, and the tripod folds and locks quickly thanks to convenient twist‑locks and one‑hand levers.

It includes the same fluid head as the Universal kit, with an Arca‑Swiss plate, anti-slip strip and ergonomic lever, yet this kit weighs nearly 1kg less. It is ideal for fieldwork, birding, travel or any handheld-light use where you need all of the tools for bird and wildlife watching.

Like its sibling, it tilts to three angles, features swappable feet, and includes a removable centre column. A carry bag and accessory pack are included in the kit, and it boasts the same 10‑year warranty on registration.

ZEISS Pro-Series Tripod Lightweight Kit Key Features

• Carbon-fibre legs for birding and wildlife which support up to 40 kg
• Sturdy 28/25/22 mm diameter legs
• Max height 176 cm and folds to 69 cm for transport and storage
• Includes ZEISS fluid head, Arca‑Swiss plate, and a telescopic dual‑side handle
• One‑hand leg‑angle levers (24°, 55°, 85°) and twist‑locks
• Lightweight 2.1 kg design

ZEISS Pro-Series Tripod Lightweight Kit in More Detail

Streamlined Carbon Fibre Design

The Lightweight Kit uses narrower 10-layer carbon-fibre tubing (28/25/22mm) to shed around 700g compared to the Universal Kit, without giving up on rigidity or load capacity. It supports up to 40kg and performs exceptionally with spotting scopes, binoculars or lightweight camera gears. Three leg angles (24°, 55°, 85°) help to maintain a steady base even on steep ground or rough surfaces, and spiked feet are included for digging into softer terrain.

Smooth Fluid Head

ZEISS includes a dual-handle fluid head, which enables precise panning and tilting for both observation and video shooting during digiscoping. The is Arca-Swiss compatible and features a long adapter plate with a rubberised grip and safety pin to secure non-Arca optics or larger scopes.

Compact and Travel-Friendly

With a folded length under 70cm, this tripod is easy to stow in the carry bag or attach to the outside of a rucksack. The slimmer leg tubes deploy quickly with oversized twist locks, and the leg-angle levers are shaped for single-handed and gloved operation. A removable centre column adds height versatility when extended, lowered or removed and includes a ballast hook for stability when needed in windy conditions.

What’s in the box

• Tripod with fluid head
• Tripod Bag
• Leg Wraps
• Spiked feet
• Extended Adapter Plate
• Short Center Column
• Tool Kit