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SmallRig FSD16 FreeSpeed 3-Section Heavy-Duty Carbon Fiber Tripod with Fluid Head, Black

SKU: SR5580 MFR: 5580
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Key Features

  • Achieve unparalleled stability with this heavy-duty carbon fiber tripod, perfect for professional videography.
  • Experience smooth, precise camera movements thanks to the advanced fluid head, ideal for cinematic shots.
  • Support your heaviest gear with an impressive 33.1 lbs load capacity, ensuring versatile use for various setups.
  • Adjust effortlessly from 36.4 to 84.3 inches, offering a wide height range for diverse shooting perspectives.
  • Enjoy superior build quality with durable carbon fiber construction, designed for long-lasting performance.
  • Benefit from a compact 39.3-inch storage length, making this video tripod surprisingly portable for on-location shoots.
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SmallRig FSD16 Specifications

  • Color

    Black

  • Material

    Carbon Fiber

  • Compatibility

    Standard Manfrotto Quick Release Plates (501PL) and DJI Manfrotto Quick Release Plates
    2.95" (75mm) Bowl Base

  • Working Height

    36.4 - 84.3" (92.5 - 214cm)

  • Storage Length

    39.3" (99.8cm)

  • Leg Sections

    3

  • Leg Diameters

    0.62" (16mm) / 0.62" (16mm) / 0.86" (22mm)

  • Bowl Diameter

    2.95" (75mm)

  • Tilt Range

    +90 Degree / -60 Degree

  • Tilt Damping Levels

    4

  • Pan Damping Levels

    4

  • Counterbalance Levels

    6

  • Counterbalance Load Range

    0 - 13.2 lbs (0 - 6kg)

  • Max Payload

    33.1 lbs (15kg)

  • Safe Load Capacity

    22 lbs (10kg)

  • Handle Length

    15.2 - 21.7" (38.5 - 55cm)

  • Quick Release Plate Length

    3.9" (10cm)

  • Country of Origin

    China

  • Weight

    13.1 lbs (5.95) (+/-50g)

  • UPC Code

    6941590026404

About SmallRig FSD16

SmallRig FSD16 FreeSpeed Heavy-Duty Carbon Fiber Tripod 5580 is engineered for professional videography, providing elevated shooting perspectives and rapid tripod deployment. Its one-step leg deployment knob allows for quick height adjustments, streamlining your on-site workflow.

Constructed with carbon fiber legs (16mm) in a 3-section, 2-2-1 segment configuration and a standard 75mm bowl base, the tripod pairs with a fluid head featuring 6-step counterbalance and independent 4-level tilt / pan damping control. The counterbalance mechanism supports loads from 0kg to 6kg (0lb to 13.2lb), while the head offers a safe operational weight of 10kg (22lb) and a maximum load capacity of 15kg (33.1lb). The tripod's working height ranges from 93.6cm to 214cm (36.9in to 84.3in), ensuring high-load stability and smooth motion for high-angle shooting scenarios.

SmallRig FSD16 Features

  • Single-Action Leg Deployment Knob: Facilitates quick height adjustments, streamlining your on-site workflow
  • 6-Step Counterbalance & 4+4 Damping Control Head: Supports a safe load of 22 lbs (10kg) and a maximum load of 33.1 lbs (15kg)
  • Freespeed Rapid Deployment & High-Angle Setup: The single-knob leg release enables swift adjustment from a portable 39.29" (99.8cm) storage length to a 84.25" (214cm) working height, ideal for achieving high-angle perspectives in events, interviews, and studio work
  • 0.62" (16mm) Legs & 2.95" (75mm) Bowl for Stable Load-Bearing: Standard 2.95" (75mm) bowl base combined with 0.62" (16mm) leg tubes delivers reliable stability, supporting a 22.04 lbs (10kg) safe load 33.06 lbs (15kgmax) for mirrorless rigs and cinema cameras
  • Carbon Fiber Build: Lightweight Carbon Fiber (5580) to reduce fatigue during extended location shoots
  • Quick-Release Ready with Complete Kit: Compatible with Manfrotto 501PL and DJI plates for seamless stabilizer-to-tripod workflow. Includes a storage bag and phone clamp (mounts on head) for transport convenience and on-set monitoring

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 24 months.

Key Features

  • Achieve unparalleled stability with this heavy-duty carbon fiber tripod, perfect for professional videography.
  • Experience smooth, precise camera movements thanks to the advanced fluid head, ideal for cinematic shots.
  • Support your heaviest gear with an impressive 33.1 lbs load capacity, ensuring versatile use for various setups.
  • Adjust effortlessly from 36.4 to 84.3 inches, offering a wide height range for diverse shooting perspectives.
  • Enjoy superior build quality with durable carbon fiber construction, designed for long-lasting performance.
  • Benefit from a compact 39.3-inch storage length, making this video tripod surprisingly portable for on-location shoots.

What's in the box:

  • SmallRig FSD16 FreeSpeed 3-Section Heavy-Duty Carbon Fiber Tripod with Fluid Head (Black)
  • Manfrotto Quick Release Plates
  • Allen Wrench
  • Phone Clamp
  • Storage Bag
  • User Manual
  • SmallRig 2 Year Limited Warranty