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Manfrotto 536 3-Section Carbon Fiber Tripod with Nitrotech 608 Fluid Video Head

SKU: BGMVK608CTUS MFR: MVK608CTALLUS
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Key Features

  • Capture smooth, professional video with the Nitrotech 608 fluid video head.
  • Experience lightweight stability with the 536 carbon fiber video tripod legs.
  • Achieve precise leveling with the illuminated leveling bubble, even in low light.
  • Confidently support cameras & accessories up to 30.9 lbs with this video tripod.
  • Easily adjust your shot with a height range from 16.5" to an impressive 85.8".
  • Transport and protect your video tripod with the included padded carrying bag.
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2024-05-11T12:38:58

Rated 5 out of 5

Great astronomy mount

Excellent item for my binocular telescope.

Brian W.

2022-06-09T08:41:11

Rated 5 out of 5

Smooth Fluid Head

For the money, it's a fine solution for mirrorless cameras.

Robert R.

2021-07-09T10:18:25

Rated 5 out of 5

Simply Awesome!

I love this thing. Amazing balance. Slick design. Drop in QR.

SCOTT B.

2021-07-07T12:46:34

Rated 4 out of 5

Great pro tripod

Great construction . Easy to use .

Sarah B.

2021-01-08T10:45:35

Rated 5 out of 5

Great puchase.

best tripod I've owned.

DARRELL F.

2021-01-06T07:14:09

Rated 5 out of 5

Best Tripod out there

Its a great tripod, easy to use and well built. Can be at any angle which I LOVE!!

ANTONIO C.

2021-01-05T18:29:28

Rated 5 out of 5

As good as it gets.

I am not a professional, but I got it because it was a great sale this Black Friday. I could not believe what I got. It is an unbelievable combination of Tripod legs and matching head. The legs can be extended or retracted with minimal effort- very easily and quickly (hence the name FAST). Nitrotech 608 head is amazing. The continuous counterbalance makes handling a heavy camera/lens combo very easy to control - works with minimal calibration. I know this is just the sideshow when it comes to shooting, but this has made video-recording so much easier. I have used it only once, but the video was much easier to make and much better. Highly recommend.

PRAVEEN S.

2020-12-17T16:15:25

Rated 5 out of 5

Best in the Business

Honestly one of the best tripod legs/heads I’ve ever used. I never thought I could get excited over a tripod but after using it on a couple of shoots already it’s easily one of my favorite piece of equipment that I own. The fast legs make adjusting height quick and simple.

Federico S.

2020-12-16T12:09:50

Rated 3 out of 5

Nothing to jump-for-joy over.

Not sure if it's really worth $1000. I feel the pan drag is not consistent. over time it self loosens. The legs are a bit over rated by youtube reviewers. Easy to adjust height but not much harder then older design. I do like the height I get out of it.

EVAN N.

2020-12-15T09:05:27

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfection!

Wow, this is the real deal! I used to work in TV news, and this is the closest I've ever gotten to buying a professional ENG tripod for myself. The leg mechanisms are solid, and the head is adjustable to achieve perfect balance easily. I wouldn't change a thing!

WILLIAM W.

2020-11-16T17:28:20

Rated 5 out of 5

608 Nitro. SUPERB !!

This fluid head set up is the sh*t !! … smooth pans, smooth tilts … smooth angles … and most of all stop points are dead on. absolutely no over sway or tug back … take the time to balance it right and the results will be superb !!

MARC W.

2020-04-11T20:15:47

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent even with a super telephoto

Very nice fluid head. If course it is smooth if you know how to use it. I have used it with an unstabilized 400mm lens and it is smooth. Yes you have to be careful, it isn’t going to move itself for you... lol. Anything from 200mm and wider is easy work with this fluid head. Now if you do have a stabilized lens then you can get hypnotic panning smoothness. I kind of wish I had gotten the 612 but I have no need for that much load capacity right now. The price on this item is almost too low for what you get...

Shawn K.

2020-01-03T16:03:34

Rated 5 out of 5

One of the most amazing pieces of equipment I have ever used

This 608 head is amazing. Not only is the design just sexy, it is a game changer. The adjustable CB allows you to fine tune for perfect balancing. I can balance just my GH5 with a 25mm, or a fully built out cinema rig. You can get quite a lot of drag resistance out of this head, probably twice as much as the Benro S8. The snap in QR plate is just so nice, it's the little things. Not having to lock off the tripod in between shots is the difference between having 90% of your footage being usable vs 90% being not usable. When you have a long lens it is amazing. The action is just SUPER SMOOTH, I mean SUPER SMOOTH. No delay in the drag start and stop, just perfect fluid movement. tracking birds with a long lens is no problem. If you can't get good movement out of this head then it's you. Every bit of this head was thought out from the over size tilt lock tot he way you slide the QR plate. Just amazing, this is one of the nicest pieces of pro equipment I have used yet.

Isaac H.

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Manfrotto Nitrotech 608 Specifications

  • Safety Payload

    30.9 lbs (14kg)

  • Head Counterbalance Weight

    0 - 17.64 lb (0 - 8kg)

  • Height

    Minimum: 16.5" (41.91cm)
    Maximum: 85.8" (217.9cm)

  • Closed Length

    34.3" (87.12cm)

  • Levelling Bubble

    Yes, illuminated

  • Working Temperature

    -4 Degree F to 122 Degree F (-20 Degree C to 50 Degree C)

  • Plate

    504PLONGR-1

  • Plate Screws

    (2x) 1/4" screws, (2x) 3/8" screws, (2x) antirotation pin

  • Half Ball

    Yes, 75mm

  • Bowl Adapter 100mm to 75mm

    Yes, Mounted

  • Carrying Bag

    Yes

  • Chemical Composition of Battery Cell

    Lithium

  • Dimensions (L x H x W)

    9.25 x 34.3 x 9.25" (23.5 x 87.12 x 23.5cm)

  • Weight

    Without Bag: 13.4 lb (6.07kg)
    With Bag: 15.1 lb (6.84kg)

  • UPC Code

    719821443094

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FEATURED REVIEWS

One of the most amazing pieces of equipment I have ever used

By Isaac H.

This 608 head is amazing. Not only is the design just sexy, it is a game changer. The adjustable CB allows you to fine tune for perfect balancing. I can balance just my GH5 with a 25mm, or a fully built out cinema rig. You can get quite a lot of drag resistance out of this head, probably twice as much as the Benro S8. The snap in QR plate is just so nice, it's the little things. Not having to lock off the tripod in between shots is the difference between having 90% of your footage being usabl...

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As good as it gets.

By PRAVEEN S.

I am not a professional, but I got it because it was a great sale this Black Friday. I could not believe what I got. It is an unbelievable combination of Tripod legs and matching head. The legs can be extended or retracted with minimal effort- very easily and quickly (hence the name FAST). Nitrotech 608 head is amazing. The continuous counterbalance makes handling a heavy camera/lens combo very easy to control - works with minimal calibration. I know this is just the sideshow when it comes to...

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An exceptional blend of stability and versatility, the 536 3-Section Carbon Fiber Tripod with Nitrotech 608 Fluid Video Head is a must-have for professional photographers and videographers. This high-quality system combines the robust Manfrotto 608 fluid video head with the durable 536 carbon fiber single leg tripod, offering a seamless balance of strength and lightweight design.

The Manfrotto 608 fluid video head, equipped with a flat base, boasts a continuous counterbalance system that provides precise control of cameras and accessories up to 30.9 lbs at a 2.2in center of gravity. Regardless of the weight of your camera gear, this system ensures constant control, making camera operation effortless, even at varying tilt degrees.

The fluid video head is powered by a cutting-edge fluid technology that sets a new performance standard in the Manfrotto range. This technology facilitates the smoothest, judder-free pan and tilt movements, enhancing the quality of your shots. The head also features a 3/8" Easy Link equipped with an anti-rotation system, compatible with Manfrotto arms or arms equipped with ARRI locating pins. This feature allows secure attachment of external monitors or other accessories.

The side-lock mechanism of the sliding plate attachment ensures safe, quick, and easy camera attachment, enhancing the user experience. The Manfrotto 608 head has a flat base mount with a standard 3/8" thread, making it highly versatile for different support combinations such as tripods, sliders, jibs, or cranes.

The 536 carbon fiber tripod, with its four-section design, offers great stability and an impressive maximum height of 203cm/79.9". Its single tube structure makes it lightweight, ergonomic, and easy to use. The leg angle selectors allow each leg to be set quickly and independently (3 steps: 23 Degree -50 Degree -70 Degree), providing flexibility in terms of operating height (from 26 cm/10.2 in all the way up to 203 cm/79.9in).

The 536 3-Section Carbon Fiber Tripod with Nitrotech 608 Fluid Video Head comes with its own padded carrying bag, making it easy to transport. This sturdy, durable, and versatile system is an excellent choice for those seeking high-quality photography and videography equipment.

Manfrotto Nitrotech 608 Features

  • Fluid video head with continuous counterbalance system (0-30.9 lbs)
  • Variable continuous fluid pan & tilt drag system
  • Flat base mount ideal for various applications
  • 3/8" easy link connector for accessories, with anti-rotation
  • Lightweight single CF leg tripod, versatile operating height

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 60 months for parts and 24 months for labor.

Key Features

  • Capture smooth, professional video with the Nitrotech 608 fluid video head.
  • Experience lightweight stability with the 536 carbon fiber video tripod legs.
  • Achieve precise leveling with the illuminated leveling bubble, even in low light.
  • Confidently support cameras & accessories up to 30.9 lbs with this video tripod.
  • Easily adjust your shot with a height range from 16.5" to an impressive 85.8".
  • Transport and protect your video tripod with the included padded carrying bag.

What's in the box:

  • Manfrotto Nitrotech 608 Fluid Video Head
  • 536 Carbon Fiber Single Leg Tripod
  • Pan Bar
  • Sliding Plate
  • 2x 1/4" Screws
  • 2x 3/8" Screws
  • Rosette
  • Half Ball
  • Bowl Adapter
  • Carrying Bag
  • Instruction Manual
  • Manfrotto 5 Year Limited Warranty (6 Month + 4 Year & 6 Month Extension with Online Registration)