The MARK 4 AL MS from Camgear is a versatile, 2-stage aluminum tripod system designed to support select DSLRs, mirrorless cameras, and camcorders weighing up to 15.4 lb. The system bundles a set of 2-stage tripod legs with a MARK 2 fluid head, a BC-Mini bowl clamp, a PB-MARK pan bar, an SP-MARK sliding plate, the MSP-Mini mid-level spreader, a set of three RF-Mini rubber feet, and an SB-3 tripod bag. Foldable to 33" for transport, the tripod system is ideal for all types of on-location shoots, as well as studio-based projects.

2-Stage Aluminum Tripod System    15.4 lb Payload Capacity    BC-Mini Bowl Clamp Included    PB-MARK Pan Bar Included    SP-MARK Sliding Plate Included    MSP-Mini Mid-Level Spreader Included    RF-Mini Rubber Feet Included    SB-3 Tripod Bag Included

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. what is the total net weight on this package (bag, legs, spreader, head)?

A: The total shipping weight of the Sachtler aktiv8 flowtech75 MS Tripod System is 22.50 lb.

Q: 2. Does it come with a camera plate and is that plate manfrotto style or proprietary?

A: The Sachtler Sideload Plate S/Ace Tripod QR Plate is only compatible with the aktiv6, aktiv8, aktiv10, FSB 4, FSB 6, FSB 8, FSB 6 Mk II, FSB 8 Mk II, FSB 10, FSB 10 Mk II, and Ace fluid heads.

Q: 3. What is the weight copacity of the HD 500 Tri pod?

A: 50 Pounds/22.68 Kilograms

Q: 4. Can you use this without the spreader?

A: Yes, this tripod can be used with out the spreader.

Q: 5. Can you tell me where the country of origin is?

A: The Sachtler aktiv6 flowtech75 MS Tripod System is made in the United Kingdom.

Q: 6. Does the pan bar slip when tilting up and down on the activ 6 head? I had a bad experience with an FSB 8T head doing just that, because Sachtler made the teeth too shallow for the pan bar to grip the rosette properly.

A: Fully functional Sachtler heads do not slip. What you described sounds like a defective or damaged tripod head. In a situation like that we recommend exchanging the tripod for a working model if within the return policy or contacting Sachtler to get the tripod head serviced. It is unfortunate that your previous experience with Sachtler was negative as they are known for making excellent tripod heads. It is unlikely that you will have the same experience with the Aktiv 6 head but in case you do contact us immediately and we will do what we can to make sure that you get a functional tripod head.

Q: 7. Thank you Sachtler rep. With the Sideload plate, when I go from tripod to handheld does the Sideload plate go with the camera adding weight and interfering with a proper grip? Does it detach like the traditional Sony plate? I will be purchasing for use with the Sony FX6.

A: The Sachtler aktiv8 Sideload Fluid Head, which differs from the Sachtler aktiv8T Touch & Go Fluid Head, features a quick release plate, that would normally remain on the camera, when releasing it from the head. It will attach with 1/4"-20 or 3/8"-16 screws,

Q: 8. How low can the Aktiv 6 go? Could it go down to the ground like the Aktiv 8?

A: Yes, the legs on the Sachtler aktiv6 flowtech75 MS Tripod System (BH #SAS2064SFTMS • MFR #S2064S-FTMS) can be spread upwards similar to the Aktiv8 to achieve a minimum working height of 10.24" / 26 cm.

Q: 9. The Aktiv6 has 3+0 steps of drag and the Aktiv8 has 7+0. Is the total amount of drag the same on both with the Aktiv8 having finer control or does the Aktiv8 have more overall drag?

A: The total amount of drag is not the same on the Aktiv6 and Aktiv8. There are 4 more units of drag on the Aktiv8 than the Aktiv6.

Q: 10. I am very interested in getting this aktiv8T. I will be using it for both photography and video. I will be shooting photos in veridical orientation. I am wondering which L bracket and plate would work on this Touch and Go?

A: There isn't a L bracket that has the Touch & Go quick release. However, you can still put an arca-swiss plate on this head and still use any L bracket.