Sirui P-306 vs iFootage Cobra 3 C180F-P
Sirui P-306 vs iFootage Cobra 3 C180F-P
When comparing iFootage Cobra 3 C180F-P and Sirui P-306, which one is better?
1. Weight Comparison
The weight of winner Sirui P-306 — at 500 g — is 60.63% less than iFootage Cobra 3 C180F-P at 1270 g.
Winner: Sirui P-306
Regarding weight: Weight is crucial when comparing camera supports, such as tripods, monopods or gimbals. It's important to consider that any extra weight will have to be carried throughout your photo sessions and any travel before or after.
2. Weight Capacity Comparison
Both P-306 and Cobra 3 C180F-P can carry a maximum load of 8 kg. Since both have the same performance, there is no winner in this regard.
Winner: Tied
Regarding maximum load: The "maximum load" of a camera support means that a tripod or monopod cannot support a heavier camera and lens package than the specified maximum load.
3. Maximum Height Comparison
iFootage Cobra 3 C180F-P is the winner with a maximum height of 181 cm, which is 17.53% more than Sirui P-306 at 154 cm.
Winner: iFootage Cobra 3 C180F-P
Regarding maximum height: The maximum height of a tripod or monopod can be crucial when comparing products, as you may want to have a steady camera as far from the ground as possible. Popular products offer a maximum height of 120-180 cm, depending on their size and intended use.
4. Minimum Height Comparison
Sirui P-306 is the best in terms of minimum height, since its minimum height of 38 cm is 44.93% less than 69 cm.
Winner: Sirui P-306
Regarding minimum height: The minimum weight can be just as important as the maximum height, since it determines wheter you easily can carry the tripod or monopod with you or not. If the minimum height is too long, it might not fit in your backpack or trunk.
Specifications
Full specifications table of Sirui P-306 and iFootage Cobra 3 C180F-P:
| Sirui P-306 | iFootage Cobra 3 C180F-P | |
 |  | |
| Brand | Sirui | iFootage |
| Weight | 500 g | 1270 g |
| Material | Aluminum | Carbon Fiber |
| Maximum Load | 8 kg | 8 kg |
| Bluetooth | Missing | No |
| Built-in Flash | Missing | No |
| Adjustable Height | Yes | Yes |
| Maximum Height | 154 cm | 181 cm |
| Sections | 6 | 4 |
| Minimum Height | 38 cm | 69 cm |
| Joints | Missing | 4 |
| Head Included | Missing | No |
| Lock Type | Missing | Flip Lock |
| Weight Hook | Missing | No |
| Type | Monopod | Monopod |