Leofoto MT-04 mini tripod

Leofoto MT-04 mini tripod, the small spider tripod for big ideas

Sometimes a regular tripod just isn’t enough. Too bulky, too tall, too inflexible. This is exactly where the Leofoto MT-04 mini tripod comes into play. With its movable, almost spider-like legs, it fits effortlessly into situations where large tripods would have long since given up. Compact, lightweight, surprisingly stable, and far more versatile than its size suggests.

Ultra-compact: fits in almost any camera bag

With a packed length of around 16 cm, the MT-04 disappears easily into your camera bag, backpack, or even a larger jacket pocket. Weighing about 0.32 kg, you’ll barely notice it when you’re out and about, so you can just take it along without thinking twice. One of those typical “Good thing I packed it” candidates.

Mini tripod, table tripod, three-leg tripod, one setup, many possibilities

The Leofoto MT-04 is designed as a classic three-legged tripod, but in everyday use it behaves more like a small all-rounder. You can use it as a mini tripod directly on the ground, as a table tripod on desks, workbenches or windowsills, or as an extremely low tripod for unusual perspectives outdoors. Thanks to the three-section leg segments on each leg, you can fine-tune the working height without a lot of fiddling.

Variable working height from extremely low to surprisingly high

The three-section tripod legs allow you to adjust the height flexibly. The minimum setup height is around 3 cm, so you can really shoot at ground level, for example for macro, product shots, or dramatic wide-angle perspectives. At the same time, the tripod can be extended up to about 29 cm maximum height, which is impressively generous for such a compact mini tripod. For a table tripod, that is more than enough to position cameras, small rigs, or accessories securely.

Spider-like legs for creative perspectives

The legs of the MT-04 don’t resemble a spider by accident. They are slim, flexible, and can be splayed at three different angles. This allows you to set the tripod up extremely flat, at a stable mid-height, or relatively steeply, depending on what your subject requires. Things get especially interesting when you don’t just use the legs on the ground, but brace them against branches, poles, or railings and let the tripod “claw” itself into place. This opens up angles that are hard to achieve with a normal table tripod.

Ideal for macro and tabletop photography

The MT-04 really shows its strengths in macro work or tabletop setups. You can bring the camera very close to your subject, splay the legs wide, and create an extremely stable base directly above or beside the object. For product photography, food photography, or small studio setups, this mini tripod is almost a secret workhorse, because it takes up little space while still offering reliable support.

Robust load capacity despite lightweight design

Despite its low weight of only about 0.32 kg, the Leofoto MT-04 is by no means a toy. The maximum load capacity is up to 5 kg, so you can mount a mirrorless camera with lens, a lightweight DSLR, or even compact video setups without worry. For a mini tripod of this size, that’s a very solid balance of load capacity and portability.

High-quality 6061-T6 aluminum for stability and durability

The MT-04 is made from 6061-T6 aluminum, a material also used in aircraft construction and high-end mechanical engineering. It offers an excellent ratio of weight, rigidity, and resistance. In short: you get a mini tripod that won’t be easily shaken in everyday use and that retains its shape even after frequent setup and teardown.

Thoughtful details: accessory mounting directly on the legs

In the upper two leg segments you’ll find several 1/4" threaded holes. These small details make a big difference in practice, because you can attach accessories directly there—for example LED lights, microphones, smartphone mounts, or small magic arms. This way, the MT-04 can serve not only as a tripod for your camera, but also as a compact base for complete mini rigs, such as for streaming, product videos, or mobile content setups.

Flexible mounting: branches, poles, railings

Thanks to the combination of multiple leg segments and variable leg angles, you can not only set up the mini tripod in the classic way, but also use it creatively by “leaning” or “hooking” it into place. On a branch in the park, on a pole backstage, or on a railing at a viewing platform: you’ll often find a way to place the MT-04 securely, even when the surface is anything but level. It may feel unusual at first, but it quickly becomes one of those tricks you won’t want to be without.

Compact all-rounder for photo, video, and content creation

Whether you shoot macro, stage small products, vlog on the go, or simply need a stable, low base for your camera, the Leofoto MT-04 mini tripod covers a surprisingly wide range of scenarios. It’s small enough to always have with you, yet stable enough for serious work. Not an overloaded high-end tripod, but a very practical everyday tool that blends unobtrusively into your setup and really shines whenever you need a flexible, low-height solution.