With a maximum load capacity of 110 lbs, the 528XB heavy-duty video tripod is built to handle really heavy loads, and ideal for supporting camera jib arms. Despite its obvious strength, however, a close inspection reveals that this tripod offers quite a bit of brains and good looks to go along with its brawn.
The 528XB incorporates a fully adjustable mid-level spreader, which features telescopic ratchet braces that click into place in each of the preset positions for faster deployment. Industry standard 100mm bowl to accept 100mm half-ball video heads and reversible leg ends which have rubber feet as well as stainless steel spikes for use in virtually any environment.
The Bogen/Manfrotto 516 Pro Video Fluid Head is specifically for the latest DV camcorders used by documentary and industrial videographers, and can support cameras up to 22 lb. Equipped with fluid cartridges, which provides continuous adjustable drag control. This system gives quite a wide range of friction control down to "zero drag" and operates on both pan and tilt axis. Other features include separate pan and tilt locking mechanism, a fixed counter balance spring of 16.5 lb load capacity at a center of gravity of 5-inches and a built-in bubble level.