Robus RC-8860 Vantage Series 5 Carbon Fiber Tripod and Oben GH-30 Gimbal Head Kit

Hand-holding large telephotos can be quite cumbersome, but with the Robus RC-8860 Vantage Series 5 Carbon Fiber Tripod and Oben GH-30 Gimbal Head Kit from BH it can be a liberating experience. Balance and maneuver large lenses with ease on the smooth gimbal head that will not fatigue your arms, while the carbon fiber tripod holds everything steady.

• Robus RC-8860 Vantage Series 5 Carbon Fiber Tripod

  When your career depends on that next shot, you need a tripod that's much more than just three legs to stand on. Meeting and succeeding that need, we have the RC-8860 Vantage Series 5 Carbon Fiber Tripod , one of a series of tripods from Robus that delivers performance to satiate the most demanding image-makers, regardless of the conditions or terrain in the field. The 10x carbon fiber legs feature wide, stable leg tube diameters. Even at maximum extension of 63.8", these substantial cylinders combine with the tripod's anodized CNC-machined spider to support video or still camera rigs weighing up to 77 lb.

  Shooting outdoors can definitely be a challenge, especially when doing macro or close up photography on the ground. But with three variable leg angles of 25, 55, and 85°, plus independent leg spread, the tripod can be splayed out to a minimum height of just 4". The tripod's central spider features a lock to loosen the yoke and a safety pull latch that releases the finely machined top plate. This permits interchangeability with the included 75mm video bowl. There's also an optional center column available that extends the RC-8860's maximum height to 78.6".

  A quarter turn of the tripod's twist-locks retracts the 4-section legs to a reasonable folded length of 24.5". Two of the legs have tactile rubber grips that ensure a secure hold as you carry the support from one place to another. Additionally, a 3/8"-16 socket at the end of each leg allows you to swap out the standard feet for the included spikes or wide rubber feet to accommodate different terrains and surfaces.

  With a possible 78" reach, a 77 lb weight capacity, and a folded length of less than 25", the tripod's notable stability and performance-based features ensure its place as a favorite go-to-support solution for professionals and dedicated enthusiasts.

  10x Carbon Fiber Legs

  Provides stability and dampen vibrations, which would cause shake in the camera.

  CNC-Machined Aluminum Spider

  The CNC-machined spider features a lock to loosen the yoke and a safety pull latch that releases the top plate, which has a counterweight hook on the bottom. The anodized spider also features a strap mount and an integrated bubble level that ensures your horizons are always leveled.

  Interchangeable Top Plates

  A finely machined top plate features a smooth anodized finish, a chamfered leading edge for ease of installation, and a 3/8"-16 threaded head mount. The 75mm bowl is interchangeable with the top plate and mounts into the spider in the same fashion. There's also an optional center column available that extends the RC-8860's maximum height to 78.6".

  All Surface Capable

  Accommodate different terrains and surfaces via the three different sets of feet. The standard rubber feet, wide rubber feet, and spikes are all interchangeable via the 3/8"-16 socket at the end of each leg.

  Variable Leg Angles

  Three variable leg angles of 25, 55, and 85° with independent leg spread accommodate uneven terrain and allow you to shoot at a minimum height of 4".

  Twist Leg Locks

  Twist Locks that open with a quarter turn to extend to a maximum height of 63.8" or collapse the 4-sections of the leg in a quick and timely manner.

  Tactile and Comfortable Rubber Leg Grips

  Heavyweight rubber sleeves on two legs provide a secure, comfortable and balanced grip under any weather conditions.

  UPC: 847628007505
• Oben GH-30 Gimbal Head

  • Robus: The Tripod to Get You There

  Balance and maneuver large telephoto lenses effortlessly with the Oben GH-30 Gimbal Head . An ideal support for sports and wildlife photographers, this head is capable of handling a 44 lb payload and allows fluid movement on both vertical and horizontal axes. Because of the head's independent pan lock and 360° range of movement, it allows you to capture fast-moving objects.

  Lens Compatibility

  70-200mm f/2.8 or f/4, 100-400mm, 150-600mm, 300mm f/4, 400mm f/5.6, 200-500mm, and other similar-sized lenses

  Weight Capacity

  The gimbal head can support, balance, and maneuver large telephoto lenses that weigh up to 44 lb

  Smooth and Fluid Motion

  Whether shooting birds, wildlife, or sports, the fluid motion and friction control built into the arm allows you to move your camera smoothly and effortlessly along either axis while tracking the subject

  Arca-type Mount

  The Arca-type compatible plate has two 1/4"-20 threaded mounts, but they are also supplied with two 3/8"-16 bushings

  360° Panning with Independent pan Lock

  The 9" tall head rotates a full 360° and locks into place with its independent pan lock

  Duplicate Set-Ups

  Numbered scales are located on the clamp and on the swing arm, so the telephoto lens can have a repeated set up on the gimbal head

  Threaded Tripod Mount

  The gimbal head mounts directly to tripods with a 3/8"-16 threaded mount, but a reducer bushing can be utilized for smaller 1/4"-20 threads

  Material of Construction

  The gimbal head is made of aluminum and weighs 3.2 lb

  UPC: 847628007345