SACHTLER FSB-4 TRIPOD SYSTEM
With its 8.8 lb capacity and compact size, the Sachtler FSB 4 Fluid Head is ideal for supporting small handheld camcorders and video-enabled DSLRs. As the only head in its class to feature Sachtler’s Sideload mechanism, the FSB 4 boasts an exceptionally large sliding range of 4.7″. Along with a 5-step counterbalance, this ensures extremely quick and precise balancing. At the same time, no-compromise vibration damping allows for extremely subtle and finely graded movement.
Camera Plate Features – Quick Release, Sliding Balance Plate
Camera Plate Type – Sideload Plate S
Base Mount – 75 mm Half Ball
Counter Balance – Incremental 3-Step
Drag Control – Tilt: 3-Step
Vertical Tilt – +90° to -70°
Panning Range – 360°
Independent Pan Lock – Yes
Independent Tilt Lock – Yes
Load Capacity – 8.8 lb / 4 kg
Operating Temperature – -40 to 140°F / -40 to 60°C
Weight – 5.3 lb / 2.4 kg
SACHTLER AKTIV 8 TRIPOD SYSTEM
The aktiv8 flowtech75 MS Tripod System from Sachtler pairs the activ8 fluid head with the lightweight, carbon fiber flowtech 75 MS tripod with mid-level spreader. This kit offers lightning fast SpeedSwap technology, a sideload camera plate, 15 levels (+0) of counterbalance, 7 levels (+0) of pan and tilt drag, and stable support for camera rigs weighing up to 26.5 lb. A padded carrying bag rounds out this tripod kit.
Camera Plate Features – Sideload, Sliding Balance Plate
Camera Plate Type – Sideload Plate
Camera Mounting Screw – 1 x 1/4″-20 Male/ 1 x 3/8″-16 Male
Balance Plate Sliding Range – 4.7″ / 120 mm
Safety Lock – Yes
Plate Dimensions – 5.5 x 2″ / 140 x 50 mm
Base Mount – 75 mm Half Ball/ Sachtler SpeedSwap
Counter Balance – Continuous 15-Step Plus 0
Pan Handle Fittings – 2 x Rosette
Included Pan Handle Length – 16.9″ / 430 mm
Bubble Level – 1 x Illuminated
Drag Control – Pan: Stepped 7-Step Plus 0/ Tilt: Stepped 7-Step Plus 0
Drag Type – Fluid
Vertical Tilt – +90° to -70°
Panning Range – 360°
Independent Pan Lock – Yes
Independent Tilt Lock – Yes