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.

aktiv6 Sideload Fluid Head    flowtech75 Tripod    17.6 lb Capacity    Mid-Level Spreader, Carry Handle, Bag    SpeedSwap Clamp-Style Base    SpeedLevel Technology

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. 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: 2. what is the difference Sachtler System aktiv8 and Sachtler System aktiv8T ?

A: The "T" stands for their Touch and Go system.

Q: 3. Would Aktiv 6 be appropriate for Sony A7s3 and Sony 100-400 lens and maybe a small monitor on top? I'm debating between Aktiv 6 and Aktiv 8, but would hope to spend less on Aktiv 6.

A: Absolutely, the Sachtler aktiv6 has a load capacity of 0 to 17.6 lb / 0 to 8 kg.

Q: 4. 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: 5. What arri dovetail plate is compatible with the aktiv line?

A: When working with Arri Dovetail plates they should all be universally compatible for mounting on the Sachtler Aktiv heads. Dovetail plates have multiple 1/4"-20 & 3/8"-16 Threads to allow you to attach the Aktiv head plate to the dovetail plate. Also, if you are looking for a replacement plate for the Aktiv8 head it is listed below. Sachtler Sideload Plate S/Ace Tripod QR Plate BH #SAWPDV1

Q: 6. How do you get the carrying bag open?

A: The bag has a zipper in the center of the bag underneath the carry handles.

Q: 7. 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: 8. What are the pros and cons when comparing middle and ground spreaders? Thanks.

A: Mid level spreaders are fast, always clean and can be use on uneven terrain.. However, you cannot get as low as with a ground spreader. You might consider it a tad less stable. Ground spreaders get dirty and are not good on uneven terrain. They must be removed at that time. (No big deal) They are good on flat surfaces particularly floors with delicate finishes. They are a tad more stable. Conclusion: if you need speed and clean, use mid level. If you need maximum stability, and are on smooth floors. go ground.

Q: 9. Is this Sachtler combo more compact than Manfrotto's 645 Fast with the 608 head? Thanks.

A: Sachtler Folded Length 26.8" / 68 cm Manfrotto's 645 Folded length 28.7 / 73 cm

Q: 10. 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.