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-8880 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 80.5", 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 4.5". 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-8880's maximum height to 95.25".

A quarter turn of the tripod's twist-locks retracts the 4-section legs to a reasonable folded length of 28.5". 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 95" reach, a 77 lb weight capacity, and a folded length of less than 30", the tripod's notable stability and performance-based features ensure its place as a favorite go-to-support solution for professionals and dedicated enthusiasts.

Load Capacity: 55 lb    Maximum Height: 85.5"    Minimum Height: 9.5"    Folded Length: 33.5"    Leg Sections: 4    Weight: 8.3 lb    10x Carbon Fiber Construction    Lock & Safety Pull Latch in Spider    Arca-Type Quick Release Compatible    Ball Tension Control

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

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.

A finely machined top plate features a smooth anodized finish, and 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-8880's maximum height to 95.25".

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.

Three variable leg angles of 25, 55, and 85° with independent leg spread accommodates uneven terrain and allows shooting at a minimum height of 4.5".

Twist Locks that open with a quarter turn to extend to a maximum height of 80.5" or collapse the 4-sections of the leg in a quick and timely manner.

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

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. How does the apex/spider differ between the 3 series and the 5 series? I see that the leg diameters increase, but is the mounting plate the same diameter and the distance from leg to leg around the apex the same? Just trying get a sense of how they differ dimensionally at the apex and whether there's additional rigidity and vibration damping benefits in the larger series beyond just increased tube diameters. Thanks!

A: The mounting plate and the distance from leg to leg on both the 5 series and the 3 series are the same, the additional rigidity and vibration damping benefits in the larger series are only due to the increased thickness of the legs as well as larger modular feet.

Q: 2. Will this tripod support my Canon 600mm III and R5 camera body ?

A: Yes, the Robus RC-5558 Vantage Series 3 Carbon Fiber Tripod will support your Canon EF 600mm f/4L IS III USM Lens and Canon R5 camera.

Q: 3. Does the included bag have enough room for an attached ball head or is just enough for the tripod to fit?

A: The case would have enough space for the legs only.

Q: 4. Will my Benro G2 gimbal head attach to this tripod?

A: The Robus RC-5570 Vantage Series 3 Carbon Fiber Tripod has a 3/8"-16 head mount screw. It is compatible with all Benro heads including the GH2 Gimbal Head.

Q: 5. What is the folded diameter of this tripod? I need something sturdy for a small astro rig, but also small enough to hike in with.

A: It is roughly 5.5 inches at the largest point.

Q: 6. Where are these tripods made and from which country are their carbon fiber tubes sourced?

A: COUNTRY OF ORIGIN CHINA

Q: 7. What is the diameter of the top plate?

A: The diameter is 3.34".

Q: 8. what ball head would you or anyone recommend to go with this ?

A: The Benro B3 Triple Action Ball Head, B&H # BEB3 is a suitable ball head for this tripod.

Q: 9. The product photos and video show the legs being used in water. But I don't see anything in the description that claims they are waterproof. Are these legs waterproof?

A: This tripod is not waterproof, however you can use it in water and then wash it clean with fresh water and dry completely before assembly.

Q: 10. What is the warranty?

A: This tripod has a Limited 10-Year Warranty regarding issues arising from manufacturing defects.