Vinten Vision 100 Tripod Kit

Get sturdy support and smooth camera movements with this Vinten Vision 100 Tripod Kit from B&H . Included with this kit are various components built around the Vision 100 fluid head. 2-stage Pozi-Loc legs secure the head and provide a leveling base while the Spread-Loc mid-level spreader provides even footing on flat and uneven surfaces. Everything in the kit can be packed away in the included Soft Carrying Case for protection and transport when not in use. See below for more information on the individual items.

• Vinten VISION 100 Fluid Head (100mm Ball Base) (Black)

  The Vision 100 Fluid Head (100mm Ball Base) (Black) ; Designed and engineered to new advanced levels, it is the perfect head for today's latest digital camera configurations and one-piece camcorders. Incorporating a drag mechanism employing non-contacting thin film technology, which ensures consistent drag and constant performance over a temperature range from -40�F to +140�F.

  The Vision 100 gives precise movement and excellent camera control during the critical slow start up of your shot, with a seamless transition into whip pan and instant recovery to the original drag setting at the finish of movement. Calibrated with variable adjustment and a single turn rotation from fully on to off, the drag knobs are backlit for easy viewing and detented to give a "dial-in feel" and to ensure settings are always maintained. Offers perfect balance throughout its payload range and allow heads to tilt through the full range of �90�, without being anxious that the tripod will tumble.

  For smooth movement and total control - imperative to provide those perfect shots first time....

  Perfect Balance

  The Vision 100 pan & tilt head achieves the Perfect Counter Balance by means of an innovative and patented infinitely-variable spring mechanism. This allows the head to tilt through the full range of �90� in perfect balance, eliminating a considerable amount of physical effort required by the operator to control the tilting action. Since the camera is perfectly balanced, it can be left at any angle - totally hands free - without having to lock the tilt brake. The variable counterbalance mechanism allows it to be used with a variety of lenses, batteries, viewfinders and on-camera lights.

  For even faster setup, the Vision 100 offers a digital counterbalance readout, with repeatable balance setting. The display is activated by a simple press of a button and remains visible for 15 seconds.

  TF (Thin Film) Drag Control

  The Vision 100 uses the Vinten TF (Thin Film) damping system, to provide consistent drag and constant performance in demanding conditions from -40�F to +140�F. The TF system offers total control, for precise movement and excellent camera control during the critical slow start-up of your shot. Providing seamless transition into Whip Pan and instant recovery to the original drag setting at the finish of the movement.
  Calibrated with variable adjustment and a single turn rotation from fully On to Off, the drag knobs are backlit and are adjusted accordingly (depending on the lighting conditions) by a light sensor built into the digital readout. For easy viewing and detented to give a "dial-in feel", ensuring that settings are always maintained.

  Quick Setup

  Unique design features allow fast setup - a must if you are continuously on the move. The leveling bowl has a double threaded screw shank, which allows the bowl lock to be tightened and released quickly. Very handy when you are constantly adjusting the bowl to level the camera (especially on uneven terrain).

  Tough die-cast body ensures robustness, while quality design and construction provide a lifetime of precision.

  Adjustable camera mounting plate with unique rubber grip strips holds the camera rock steady.

  Built-in illuminated bubble for horizontal leveling, ensuring easy leveling even under unfavorable lighting conditions.

  Load capacity of: 44.1 lb

• Vinten 3772-3 ENG Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs

  Vision ENG tripods are precision-engineered with single or two-stage legs, and made of aluminum alloy or carbon fiber material. Offers a 100mm-bowl fixing, attached to an innovative hip joint that eliminates play and gives more rigidity to provide an exceptionally stable camera platform. With unrivalled height range capability and Pozi-Loc leg clamping system, these lightweight, compact tripods are quick and easy to set up and provide excellent operational flexibility.

  Carbon Fiber Construction

  Constructed of strong carbon fiber, to provide the sturdiest and most durable material for demanding applications.

  Smooth Camera Movement

  Tripod rigidity is a vital factor in achieving smooth camera movement and first class picture quality. The Vision range of tripods are unique in giving maximum torsional rigidity throughout the height range by combining a "perfect" triangular structure with the most innovative design features.

  Pozi-Loc Leg Clamps

  The new Pozi-Loc is Vinten's innovative cam-operated clamping system, ensures tripod reliability and safety and its positive action shows clearly when the tripod is locked.

  100mm / 4" bowl base

  Double extension design

  Maximum height of 61.5-inch

  Supports up to 55.1 lb.

  Spring Loaded Transport Clip, keeps the legs together while in transport

• Vinten 3781-3 Spread-Loc Mid-Level Spreader with Rubber Feet

  The revolutionary Spread-Loc is a fully adjustable, geared mid-level spreader, controlled by a single lock knob. In addition, the arms are individually extendable to provide a large spreader radius and facilitate use on uneven ground. The Spread-Loc spreader may be installed on any tripod provided with Spread-Loc attachment points. Fits all Pozi-Loc 75, 100 and 150mm bowl tripods and Torque-Safe ENG tripods - from October 2001

• Vinten 3340-3 Soft Tripod Case

  The Vinten 3340-3 Soft Tripod Case is a padded tripod bag made to carry a Vinten Vision 3, Vision 6, Vision 8, Vision 11 and 2-Stage ENG Tripod Systems. It has interior and exterior pockets for documents and tripod accessories. It has multiple handles and a padded adjustable shoulder strap.

  Durable weather resistant soft padded tripod bag.

  Ribbed padded interior

  Double extra large zip fobs and full length zip for ease of access.

  Pockets;

  • Large clear external pocket for document storage
  • Fully zipped internal pockets for storage of pan bars, camera plates and other accessories
  • Touch fastener pocket for operation guides.

  Captive basic head balance instructions.

  Carrying options;

  • Pair of handles with a touch fastener comfort grip wrap positioned to balance the system.
  • Lightly padded handle at each end.
  • Adjustable shoulder strap with non-slip positional pad

  Compatible with;

  • Vinten Vision 3, 6, 8, 11 and 100 two stage tripod systems