The aktiv6 Sideload Fluid Head uses Sachtler's truly innovative SpeedLevel technology to provide almost instant mounting and leveling of your camera rig on Sachtler 75mm tripod legs. The clamp and stud SpeedLevel system saves precious time leveling your camera rig by eliminating the need to screw on a tie-down knob. Designed for DSLRs, mirrorless, and digital cine-style cameras, the aktiv6 supports rigs weighing up to 17.6 pounds. This fluid head features 15 steps of counterbalance and three steps of pan and tilt drag adjustment, plus zero settings for both balance and drag.

The SpeedLevel technology replaces the traditional head screw and tie-down design with a strong clamp built into the head bowl and a stud component that clamps onto your tripod bowl or other mounting platform, such as a slider. Simply grasp the large lever on the head and pull it up to release the clamp, then press it down to lock your head in place. Partially lifting the lever allows you to quickly and easily level the head.

When used with a separately available flowtech tripod, the activ6 enables you to spread the legs flat, getting as low to the ground as your head can without a tie-down knob getting in the way. You can also mount your head directly onto a slider using a separately available aktiv system stud that screws onto support systems with a 3/8"-16 threaded stud.

The PrismBubble level system is pressed once to illuminate the bubble level to be illuminated or pressed twice to light up both the bubble level and the drag settings, a boon when working in darker environments. The bubble level also has a built-in prism, enabling you to more easily level the head when the legs are at set at maximum height or an awkward angle.

Mount your camera using the aktiv6 sliding balance plate with 1/4-20" screw and locating pin. With a sliding range of 4.7", this head adapts quickly to balance variously configured rigs. The Sachtler aktiv6 head also features a detachable pan bar that can be mounted onto the rosettes on either the right or left side of the head.

17.6 lb Capacity Fluid Drag Head    75mm Half Ball    SpeedSwap Clamp-Style Base    SpeedLevel Technology    15-Step + 0 Counterbalance    3-Step + 0 Pan/Tilt Drag    Easy-View Illuminated PrismBubble    Sideload Plate with 4.7" Sliding Range    +90° to -70° Tilt Range

The aktiv6 and aktiv8 fluid heads are compatible with Sachtler 75mm tripods (flowtech 75 aktiv, Tripod 75/2 AL, SpeedLock 75, ENG 75/2 D, and DA 75L)

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is it possible to convert an activ8 to an activ8T and vice versa?

A: It is not possible to change the plate style of an Sachtler Aktiv head from Side Load to Touch and Go. However, You could add an adapter like the following to add a Touch and Go plate style to a side load head. https://bhpho.to/39qGwSK

Q: 2. Is the difference between the activ10 & 10T that the 10T is easier to mount but the 10 has better counterbalance? Anything else?

A: The only difference between the Sachtler aktiv10T Touch & Go Fluid Head with SpeedLevel & 7-Step Drag (100mm) and the Sachtler aktiv10 Sideload Fluid Head with SpeedLevel & 7-Step Drag for Sachtler Tripods (100mm) is the different camera plate systems. The aktiv10T has Sachtler's Touch & Go quick release system while the aktiv 10 has a Sideload quick release system.

Q: 3. does this fit any 75mm tripd leg ?

A: You will need the Sachtler aktiv Bowl Connector for 75mm Bowl Tripod. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1597846-REG/sachtler_s2080_0001_connector_for_aktiv_75mm.html

Q: 4. what are the main differences between the aktiv10. aktiv10T and FSB 10 Mk II fluid heads and which is best?

A: The standard Sachtler aktiv10 has a sideload plate that slides or drops into the head; however, the plate is much larger than the Sachtler aktiv10T Touch and Go plate system. Side load plates can slide about 1–2 inches more for balancing your camera payload. Both options are popular, and the choice is based on your preference. Touch and Go vs. Side load by Sachtler. https://bhpho.to/3MUK1kA

Q: 5. To attach this to a Dana Dolly, do I need the 'Dana Dolly 75mm Adapter for Sachtler aktiv6, 8 & 8T' (BH #DAKTIV75A) OR 'Sachtler aktiv Bowl Connector for 75mm Tripod (V2)' (B&H # SAABC75V2)?

A: To attach this to the Dana Dolly you will need the 75mm adapter for Sachtler aktiv6, 8 & 8T (#DAKTIV75A). You don't need the Sachtler aktiv Bowl Connector because one comes with the aktiv8 head.

Q: 6. I'm thinking of using Sachtler aktiv6 head on a "regular" tripod with a 3/8" mounting screw with help of a Sachtler adapter. How secure this setup would be? Is it advisable to use aktiv head like this? If not, what other fluid head would you recommend? I'm looking for a non-bowl style head for low angle shots. Many thanks in advance!

A: You can use the Sachtler Adapter for 75mm aktiv Head to Slider with 3/8"-16 Stud. This will be secure and compatible. Sachtler Adapter for 75mm aktiv Head to Slider with 3/8"-16 Stud https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1597847-REG/sachtler_s2080_0003_adaptor_to_mount_an.html

Q: 7. Will this work with the Sachtler HOT-POD 14 (BH #SAHPCF14)?

A: Yes, The Sachtler HOT-POD 14 has a 100mm bowl fitting that will work perfectly with the Sachtler aktiv10 Sideload Fluid Head.

Q: 8. Can the Aktiv8 be mounted to a Gitzo 75mm bowl on a Gitzo series 5 tripod?

A: Yes, the Aktiv8 head should mount just fine with either the Gitzo 75mm bowl or with a Sachtler Adapter for 75mm aktiv Head to Slider: SAS20800003, to mount it directly to a 1/4" threaded screw base.

Q: 9. Does this work with arca Swiss plates or manfrotto pl?

A: No it does not. Sachtler has a unique plate.

Q: 10. I have original FlowTech 75 legs. Why isn't the "metal bowl insert" described as included with the aktiv6 head in the "what's in the box" listing? Without that, I can't use aktiv on the FLowTech legs - trust me, I've tried.

A: Yeah I did. My point is its NOT in the box. I bought two of them. Shipped them to SachtlerVitek service in Connecticut. They didnt install or upgrade anything. Returned my Aktiv heads. I dont think they have this issue addressed, at least in the US.