>>4465164Depends on how compact and low weight you want it. The reference for fairly priced carbon tripods would be the Ulanzi Zero Y, and the equivalents and more recent Neewer LT38, LT35, LT32 that are basically copies. Upon my searches, the Ulanzi Zero Y is still slightly better even after the releases of the copies (plastic clamps on the LT35 but better ballhead and cheaper, and so on, it's always a compromise). Price will be in favor of the Neewer offering.
But for my mountain hiking sessions, even if they're among the lightest tripods ever, I can't justify taking yet another 1.3kg on my backpack when i already have my tent, sleeping gear, cooking gear, food and water, for multiple days.
This I went with an half tripod that's 70, or rather 75cm with the ballhead, the AOKA CMP163CL. Bought it for cheap on ChinkExpress, it does the job, folds up to 30cm so perfect for transportation, and weights less than 600g with the ballhead. Also has an extension tube to go higher over 1m, at the cost of stability, which is okay as long as you don't go full retard and you're not in a storm. Also I have light camera and lenses (A7cII and primes), so that helps.
For the size and weight, and going higher than a simple tabletop tripod, it's perfect for me. For my use, I don't need a tripod going up to my own height honestly.
