Vanguard Vesta GO 264 AV12 Aluminum Travel Tripod w/ Counterbalancing Video Head
Item: Vesta GO 264AV12
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Overview
The Vanguard Vesta GO 264AV12 combines durable aluminum construction with a counterbalanced VEO PV-12 fluid video head for smooth panning, controlled movement, and reliable support in the field. Weighing 3.7 pounds, folding to just over 18 inches, and supporting up to 13.2 pounds, it's an ideal travel tripod for photography, videography, birding, and outdoor observation.
Key Features & Benefits
- Counterbalanced Fluid Video Head – VEO PV-12 head provides smooth pan and tilt movement with spring-assisted counterbalancing for improved control.
- Durable Aluminum Construction – Delivers dependable field stability while keeping the tripod packable and travel-friendly.
- Compact Travel Design – Folds to just over 18 inches for easy packing and transport.
- QS-56P ARCA-Compatible Quick Release Plate – Allows fast attachment and removal of cameras, spotting scopes, and compatible optics.
- Three Adjustable Leg Angles – Supports standing, sitting, and low-angle shooting positions.
- Convertible Center Column – Built-in short-column option allows for low-angle photography and videography.
- Fast-Flip Leg Locks – Provide quick, secure leg deployment and adjustment.
- Spring-Loaded Ballast Hook – Add weight for increased stability in windy or challenging conditions.
- 13.2-Pound Load Capacity – Supports cameras, spotting scopes, and other optics with confidence.
- Smartphone Holder and Carrying Bag Included – Adds convenience for travel, content creation, and field use.

The Vanguard Vesta GO 264AV12 is built for photographers, videographers, birders, and outdoor enthusiasts who need stable, packable support at an excellent value. Combining durable aluminum construction with a compact travel-friendly design, this tripod is easy to carry into the field while still providing dependable performance for cameras, spotting scopes, and other optics.
The Vesta GO 264AV12 includes Vanguard's VEO PV-12 fluid video head, featuring a built-in counterbalancing spring that helps provide smooth, controlled movement while panning and tilting. Whether you're filming wildlife, recording travel content, or glassing distant subjects, this video head helps deliver steady operation and improved control.
Designed for portability, the Vesta GO 264AV12 weighs only 3.7 pounds and folds down to just over 18 inches, making it easy to pack for travel, day trips, and long hours outdoors. Its aluminum legs provide reliable strength and stability while maintaining a manageable carry weight.
Three adjustable leg angles allow comfortable use while standing, sitting, or shooting from low positions. The included split center column can be converted to a short column for low-angle photography and videography, giving you more flexibility for creative compositions and field use.
The VEO PV-12 head uses a QS-56P ARCA-compatible quick-release plate for fast attachment and removal of cameras, spotting scopes, and compatible optics. A spring-loaded ballast hook allows you to add weight for increased stability in windy conditions, while fast-flip leg locks provide quick setup and adjustment.
Whether you're capturing video on the trail, photographing landscapes, glassing wildlife, or traveling with limited space, the Vanguard Vesta GO 264AV12 delivers smooth performance, reliable stability, and packable convenience.
| Also Included | Smartphone Holder, Tripod Bag | Smartphone Holder, Tripod Bag |
|---|---|---|
| Bubble Level? | YES | YES |
| Color | Black | Black |
| Extended Height | 64.5" | 64.5" |
| Extended Warranty w/ Registration Within 3 Months of Purchase | 5 Years | 5 Years |
| Foot Type | Rubber | Rubber |
| Folded Length | 18.3" | 18.3" |
| Included Head | VEO PV-12 Fluid Video Head | VEO PV-12 Fluid Video Head |
| Low-Angle Adaptor? | Built Into Center Column | Built Into Center Column |
| Leg Diameter | 26mm | 26mm |
| Leg Lock Style | Flip | Flip |
| Leg Sections | 4 | 4 |
| Leg Material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Maximum Weight Load | 13.2 lbs. | 13.2 lbs. |
| Minimum Height | 9.3" | 9.3" |
| Detachable Monopod Leg? | NO | NO |
| Included Quick Shoe | QS-56P | QS-56P |
| Standard Max Height (center column down) | 52.4" | 52.4" |
| Standard Warranty | 3 Years | 3 Years |
| Item Weight | 3.7 lbs. | 3.7 lbs. |

The Vanguard Vesta GO 264AV12 is built for photographers, videographers, birders, and outdoor enthusiasts who need stable, packable support at an excellent value. Combining durable aluminum construction with a compact travel-friendly design, this tripod is easy to carry into the field while still providing dependable performance for cameras, spotting scopes, and other optics.
The Vesta GO 264AV12 includes Vanguard's VEO PV-12 fluid video head, featuring a built-in counterbalancing spring that helps provide smooth, controlled movement while panning and tilting. Whether you're filming wildlife, recording travel content, or glassing distant subjects, this video head helps deliver steady operation and improved control.
Designed for portability, the Vesta GO 264AV12 weighs only 3.7 pounds and folds down to just over 18 inches, making it easy to pack for travel, day trips, and long hours outdoors. Its aluminum legs provide reliable strength and stability while maintaining a manageable carry weight.
Three adjustable leg angles allow comfortable use while standing, sitting, or shooting from low positions. The included split center column can be converted to a short column for low-angle photography and videography, giving you more flexibility for creative compositions and field use.
The VEO PV-12 head uses a QS-56P ARCA-compatible quick-release plate for fast attachment and removal of cameras, spotting scopes, and compatible optics. A spring-loaded ballast hook allows you to add weight for increased stability in windy conditions, while fast-flip leg locks provide quick setup and adjustment.
Whether you're capturing video on the trail, photographing landscapes, glassing wildlife, or traveling with limited space, the Vanguard Vesta GO 264AV12 delivers smooth performance, reliable stability, and packable convenience.
| Also Included | Smartphone Holder, Tripod Bag | Smartphone Holder, Tripod Bag |
|---|---|---|
| Bubble Level? | YES | YES |
| Color | Black | Black |
| Extended Height | 64.5" | 64.5" |
| Extended Warranty w/ Registration Within 3 Months of Purchase | 5 Years | 5 Years |
| Foot Type | Rubber | Rubber |
| Folded Length | 18.3" | 18.3" |
| Included Head | VEO PV-12 Fluid Video Head | VEO PV-12 Fluid Video Head |
| Low-Angle Adaptor? | Built Into Center Column | Built Into Center Column |
| Leg Diameter | 26mm | 26mm |
| Leg Lock Style | Flip | Flip |
| Leg Sections | 4 | 4 |
| Leg Material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Maximum Weight Load | 13.2 lbs. | 13.2 lbs. |
| Minimum Height | 9.3" | 9.3" |
| Detachable Monopod Leg? | NO | NO |
| Included Quick Shoe | QS-56P | QS-56P |
| Standard Max Height (center column down) | 52.4" | 52.4" |
| Standard Warranty | 3 Years | 3 Years |
| Item Weight | 3.7 lbs. | 3.7 lbs. |