A surprisingly affordable tripod, built for industrial and studio applications. Standard features include the tandem leg design, built-in spirit level & rubber feet with retractable spikes. The aluminum double-strut center column won't move unless you move it, even if unlocked. You can mount the camera upon the column's bottom for low angle work. Strong enough for even the most ardent of medium format applications.
The 222 Grip Action Ball Head is the quickest-in-use tripod head available today.
The very act of taking your hand away from the grip locks the head into position, which eliminates the extra step of having to tighten a knob or lever before being ready to shoot.
You have immediate access to half of a sphere in which to position your camera. The tension of the ball can be adjusted to accomodate the load weight.
It is not for continuous tracking of moving subjects, because you must always grip the lever to release the ball and thus your hand would tire after prolonged use. In the vertical mode of horizontal-format cameras, it is limited to only 5.5 pounds. But for 6X6cm format shooters or 35mm up to an 80-200mm f/2.8 lens, it exceeds all others in expedience.
An ideal head for wedding or portrait photographers.