I've done a search and found a lot of threads about tripods, but none that really satisfy my specific needs.

I'm looking for an extremely lightweight tripod that will extend to at least 4 feet, and collapse down to 1 foot. It only needs to support my small point-and-shoot camera (Canon S110). I've tried several now, and they all work, but I think there must be a better solution out there. Money is not a concern. I am willing to spend whatever it cost, provided it meets at least most of my needs. Weight is a huge concern as I want to carry as little weight as possible.

I have Gitzo carbon fiber mono and tri pods that have always done what I needed, but since I'm 6 feet tall and see no sense getting on my knees to shoot, I do not have one that crunches down to one foot. And I would not own one that has more than 4 sections. Sorry I cannot help you.
I currently own the AGFA 42-Inch, 8 Section Retractable Leg Travel Tripod, but it broke after using it the second time. You get what you pay for, and this is a perfect example.

I'm really looking for someone who has first hand experience with whatever is suggested. Please don't suggest something you have not tried or at least not seen demonstrated. Thanks in advance.

I've done a search and found a lot of threads about tripods, but none that really satisfy my specific needs.

I'm looking for an extremely lightweight tripod that will extend to at least 4 feet, and collapse down to 1 foot. It only needs to support my small point-and-shoot camera (Canon S110). I've tried several now, and they all work, but I think there must be a better solution out there. Money is not a concern. I am willing to spend whatever it cost, provided it meets at least most of my needs. Weight is a huge concern as I want to carry as little weight as possible.

I have Gitzo carbon fiber mono and tri pods that have always done what I needed, but since I'm 6 feet tall and see no sense getting on my knees to shoot, I do not have one that crunches down to one foot. And I would not own one that has more than 4 sections. Sorry I cannot help you.
I currently own the AGFA 42-Inch, 8 Section Retractable Leg Travel Tripod, but it broke after using it the second time. You get what you pay for, and this is a perfect example.

I'm really looking for someone who has first hand experience with whatever is suggested. Please don't suggest something you have not tried or at least not seen demonstrated. Thanks in advance.

I've done a search and found a lot of threads about tripods, but none that really satisfy my specific needs.

I'm looking for an extremely lightweight tripod that will extend to at least 4 feet, and collapse down to 1 foot. It only needs to support my small point-and-shoot camera (Canon S110). I've tried several now, and they all work, but I think there must be a better solution out there. Money is not a concern. I am willing to spend whatever it cost, provided it meets at least most of my needs. Weight is a huge concern as I want to carry as little weight as possible.

I have Gitzo carbon fiber mono and tri pods that have always done what I needed, but since I'm 6 feet tall and see no sense getting on my knees to shoot, I do not have one that crunches down to one foot. And I would not own one that has more than 4 sections. Sorry I cannot help you.
I currently own the AGFA 42-Inch, 8 Section Retractable Leg Travel Tripod, but it broke after using it the second time. You get what you pay for, and this is a perfect example.

I'm really looking for someone who has first hand experience with whatever is suggested. Please don't suggest something you have not tried or at least not seen demonstrated. Thanks in advance.

You know, I have this one, but I'm not a fan. When I looked to replace the old Velbon I thought Gitzo would be the best choice, but frankly that thing irritates the crap out of me. Maybe I just got a lemon.

One of the legs always comes loose after just a day or two of shooting, so much so that the screw falls out. Keep having to re-tighten it. I also got a RRS BH-30 ballhead for it, which doesn't tighten to the tripod well at all and spins loose if I sling it over my shoulder with the camera still attached. Plus the leg locks feel cheap, like metal grinding on metal, and frequently get dirt/debris in them to gunk them up. I'm looking to unload mine.