Leofoto LS-224CX Ranger review

The Leofoto LS-224CX Ranger is the lightest tripod on this list at 0.71 kg (1.57 lb), but it is sold as legs, so you supply your own head or buy Leofoto's ballhead set. Leofoto USA lists a folded length of 406 mm (15.98 in), a 6 kg (13.23 lb) maximum load and a maximum height of 1073 mm (42.24 in). The included DC-222C carbon add-on column extends that by 7.8 to 12.5 inches, and without a fixed column the legs splay to put the camera just 80 mm (3.15 in) off the ground. The new angle stops (23°, 55° and 85°) are designed for one-handed use, the stud converts between 1/4" and 3/8", and a 1/4" socket under the platform takes a monitor, microphone or light. At $189 it is in stock on Leofoto USA, which also lists free US shipping on orders over $29. It ranks last because its height is low and the head costs extra. We compared documented features and published prices and did not test the tripod.

Who it is for

ultralight hikers who choose their own head

Price

$189 on Leofoto USA as of November 2026.

Style: LS-224CX LS-224CX Price: Sale price $189.00 Stock: In stock
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 14, 2026.

Key features

• Weighs 0.71 kg (1.57 lb), legs only
• Folded length 406 mm (15.98 in) and 6 kg (13.23 lb) max load
• Minimum height 80 mm (3.15 in) with legs splayed
• Includes the DC-222C carbon add-on column, which adds 7.8 to 12.5 in
• Convertible 1/4" or 3/8" mounting stud and a 1/4" accessory socket

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Lightest tripod on the list at 1.57 lb
• Strength: Lowest minimum height on the list at 3.15 in
• Strength: Three angle stops of 23°, 55° and 85° that work one-handed
• Weakness: No head included at this price; a ballhead set is sold separately
• Weakness: Listed maximum height is 42.24 in before the add-on column
• Weakness: Twist locks on four sections per leg take longer to set than a single lock

Key facts

• Price: $189
• Weight: 0.71 kg (1.57 lb)
• Folded length: 406 mm (15.98 in)
• Max height: 1073 mm (42.24 in) before the add-on column
• Max load: 6 kg (13.23 lb)

Where it ranks

Leofoto LS-224CX Ranger is No. 8 in our Best Travel Tripods verdict.