Giottos MT-8170 3-Section Carbon Fiber Universal Tripod Legs, (Supports up to 26 lbs)

The MT Series Tripods have a unique style and are highly versatile. The legs are made of French-made high-strength carbon fiber tubing used commonly in aerospace engineering, it yields exceptional stability for its weight. Carbon fiber materials are extremely shock & vibration absorbant, yet relatively lightweight.

The Carbon Fiber used for these legs radiate a High-Tech due to the the spiral grain which is visible on the surface, and is made from 12 layers. They have a diameter of 32mm. The leg surfaces are finely polished twice, giving the ultimate in lock ability and agility, before finally being anodized in clear aluminum or black finish.

With a load capacity of 26 lb, this tripod is ideal for all camera formats, in the field or on location. The center column brace allows the column to be used as a lateral arm with angle adjustment, especially ideal for nature & micro photography.

The column can also be used upside down or reversed. It allows 360° horizontal and 180° vertical adjustment, & the column can be positioned & set quickly with the locking knob.