Review on 📷 Black Benro SystemGo Plus FGP18A Aluminum Tripod with Monopod Conversion by Andrew Frison

This Benro SystemGo Plus Travel Aluminum Tripod (FGP28A) was bought for travel. It was marked "used like new" by a Revain third party called VIDEO CAMERA CENTER for $150 ($50 less than a new tripod). As advertised, this FGP28A arrived in 'as new' condition as if it had never been touched - new packaging with tags attached etc. Came bagged in a well made padded case with pockets containing leg spikes and a shoulder strap. I have Gitzo 5543XL, Induro 404XL, Sirui P-424SR and now FGP28A. I have had an Oben AC-1441 and a Manfrotto 290XTA3 in the past. So I have experience with different brands of tripods, different price ranges and different skill levels. well made, lightweight, durable and versatile. It has a versatile center speaker and a convenient communications port. It cost 1/10th of what I paid for the Gitzo and 1/4th of what I paid for the Induro; but as with more expensive tripods, the FGP28A is well worth the price. It costs 150-200 dollars. On the other hand, the Manfrotto 290XTA3 costs around $120-$150, but it's not worth that money. I use the durable, timeless Gitzo for slider video and for architectural and studio photography with the 405 gear. I use the Induro for everything else except travel for which I will be using the FGP28A. I expect the FGP28A will last for many years as it will only be used for travel and anytime I need a small, lightweight gear set. I recommend this tripod for travel and light, infrequent use. Update: The tripod held up very well. My travel/hiking tripod. Use this tripod in lakes, mud and any terrain. Comes with spikes for added security. I also have two Gitzo tripods that I use in the studio (paid too much to break in the field). This is a good and reliable tripod for field work, heavy duty photography when hiking etc.