Solid for all formats up to 8x10 view camera

Individual or all leg quick release is great for setting up fast. The ability to adjust legs to different angles helps when working on uneven surfaces.

Center bracing for maximum rigidity.

Can be a chore to carry in the field for long distances, the use of a packhorse (wife, girlfriend etc) is advisable. (grin).

It's load rating of 26 pounds (12.5kg) is adequate, however it is no higher than a Velbon SX-601K legset which weighs in at 1/3rd the weight. (Legsets only, does not include head).

I picked up a mint example dirt cheap from a pawn shop, however I'd have gladly paid top dollar for this legset. Its one heavy, rigid beast that's ideal for super teles in the field in questionable wind conditions and is equally at home in the studio with a view camera attached.

Highly recommended for those who have need of a legset of this calibre, not recommended for the person who thinks that an F3 with motordrive and an 80-200/2.8 lens is too heavy as this sort of person would probably have a hernia carrying this legset any distance.

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Similar Products Used:

Various Gitzo, Manfrotto (Bogen), Benbo, Velbon/Hakuba, Slick and Schatler tripods.