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Cartoni Focus 10 Fluid Head Kit with 2-Stage Aluminum SmartStop SDS Tripod (100mm)

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Cartoni Focus 10 Fluid Head Kit with 2-Stage Aluminum SmartStop SDS Tripod (100mm)
Key Features
  • 24 lb Capacity Focus 10 Fluid Head
  • 2-Stage SmartStop Aluminum Tripod
  • Mid SDS Smart Spreader, Rubber Feet
  • Lightweight, Soft Carrying Bag
The 100mm half ball base Focus 10 Fluid Head Kit with Aluminum SmartStop Tripod from Cartoni supports camera rigs up to 24 lb and features a two-stage SDS SmartStop aluminum tripod with a quick yet secure locking system. This kit also includes the ratcheting mid-level SDS Smart Spreader, a soft carrying case, a set of detachable rubber feet, and one telescoping pan bar.
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Kit Contains:
Cartoni Focus 10 Fluid Head (100mm Ball)
The 100mm ball Focus 10 Fluid Head from Cartoni weighs just 4.4 lb and supports camera rigs weighing up to 24 lb, suiting it for use with most broadcast and digital cinema cameras. Built to last, it features continuously variable counterbalance, +/-90° of tilt, a large pan drag ring, easy-to-see red lever locks, and an illuminated bubble level. The Focus 10 Fluid Head comes with a sliding quick release plate and a telescoping pan bar that may be attached to either the right or left side rosette.
Reliable Lightweight Support
  • Ideal for run-and-gun creators, the Focus 10 provides reliable, durable support.
  • Suitable for digital cinema cameras from Blackmagic Design, Canon, Sony, and others.
Durable Design
  • 100mm ball base.
  • Supports loads between 0 and 24 lb.
  • +/-90° tilt range.
  • Sliding quick release plate.
  • Illuminated bubble level.
  • Telescopic pan bar mounts to left or right rosette.
Smooth Control
  • Fluid drag system.
  • Independent pan and tilt drag.
  • Continuous counterbalance and drag.
  • Large pan drag ring in the center.
UPC: 810054630135
Cartoni L506 100mm Bowl 2-Stage Aluminum Tripod Legs with SmartStop

The Cartoni L506 is a two stage aluminum tripod featuring SmartStop technology. Each leg assures excellent torsional rigidity and no play thanks to the reliable self-adjusting pivot to the 100mm diameter-leveling base. This support offers 16/20mm diameter tubes with a double tube extension on the terminal stage, providing excellent stability and a wider range of height adjustment.

Construction
This tripod features an aluminum alloy construction, double extension design and a 100mm bowl base.
Height and Weight
A maximum height of 57.4" with support limitations of 132 lb are offered on this support.
SmartStop
SmartStop features an innovative clamping system which allows instant release on both stages with one single lever per leg conveniently located on the upper part of the tripod for fast & secure use
Cartoni Mid-Level SDS Smart Spreader

This Cartoni Mid-Level SDS Smart Spreader fits into Cartoni's SDS tripod legs. The spreader extends by pressing a button to unlock the arms, and collapses just by squeezing the legs closed. The spreader features a bind-free ratcheting mechanism, and it folds neatly within the legs of your tripod. Owing to its dual extendable sections, the spreader allows you to spread your tripod's legs extremely wide while remaining stable, for lower shots than would be possible with a traditional mid-level spreader.

UPC: 810054630456
Cartoni Pivoting Rubber Feet for Red Lock & SDS Tripods (3-Pack)

This set of three Pivoting Rubber Feet is designed for use with Cartoni Red Lock and SDS tripod legs. Each foot in the set attaches to a hook found above the spiked foot on the tripod leg.

Cartoni C928-2 Soft Bag for Two-Stage Cartoni Video Tripod with 75mm or 100mm Bowl

The Cartoni C928-2 Soft Bag is designed to accommodate a Cartoni two-stage video tripod with a 75mm or 100mm bowl and a compatible video head. Alternatively, it can be used to store or transport a tripod and head combination with a length, width, and depth measuring less than 37 x 7.5 x 7.5" when collapsed and placed on its side.

A durable, nylon construction and padded design protects this video tripod bag's contents which are accessible using a zippered closure. To ensure that the Cartoni C928-2 Soft Bag can always be shouldered, its features a built-in strap. Dual handles which can be joined using an integrated handle wrap allow this video tripod bag to be comfortably hand carried, while a side accessory pocket with a zippered closure provides additional storage space. For the display of a contents label or owner information, a see-through identification pocket is also included on this video tripod bag's exterior.

UPC: 810054630302
Kit Contains:

Cartoni Focus 10 Fluid Head (100mm Ball)

Key Specs
Camera Mounting
1/4"-20 Screw with Locating Pin (Quick Release w/ Sliding Balance Plate)
Head Type
Fluid Head
Drag Control
Yes
Load Capacity
24 lb / 10.89 kg
Weight
4.41 lb / 2 kg
Head
Camera Mounting
1/4"-20 Screw with Locating Pin (Quick Release w/ Sliding Balance Plate)
Head Type
Fluid Head
Base Mount
100 mm Half Ball
Counter Balance
Continuous
Pan & Tilt
Drag Control
Yes
Independent Pan Lock
Yes
Independent Tilt Lock
Yes
Vertical Tilt
+90° to -90°
General
Load Capacity
24 lb / 10.89 kg
Accessory Mounting
2x Pan Handle Fitting
Bubble Level
Yes (Illuminated)
Weight
4.41 lb / 2 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
7.3 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
15.5 x 12 x 8.3"

Cartoni Focus 10 Tripod System Reviews

Broke after two years of use

By Joe
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2024-05-14

We love these sticks. The weak point is the quick release that is made of a resin like material and broke under normal use.

First Impressions

By Gilbert B.
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-07-11

A long time Sachtler user, I typically was using a pod belonging to someone else, or a rented unit, so price considerations were not a primary concern, coupled with performance. Now that I have my own company price/performance is my major consideration. Having demo'd the new Sachtler FSB 6 Mk II Sideload for $2,270, which supports cameras systems up to 17.6 pounds, is a 75mm bowl and has only 3-click stops for both pan and tilt drag, it was a concern. Meaning these are preset drag settings unlike the Cartoni which has a much wide range without using preset numbering - you dial into more or less drag over a wider range. Yes, you get carbon fiber legs with the Sachtler at that price point, but you have their old decades leg releases which are not as fast as the Red Lock system, and more likely to get a finger pinched when trying to move quickly on a shoot. Forget the Sachtler's ACE heads - under-impressed with a lot of plastic and mediocre drag performance across the range. With the current discount on the Cartoni, it was certainly worth purchasing as they also did not have on the floor. I had it shipped and right away was impressed with the head, it wider drag settings, as well as the Red Lock quick release on the legs. Yes, it is aluminum and yes, it is heavier than carbon fiber, but it is also 1k less with more features against its competitors. 1. There is an O-ring which attaches to the top of the sticks - it allows you to pull up the spreader and pull in the legs all in one motion, nice. 2. The release buttons for the spreader also reveal a ratchet spreader bar for more precise length adjustment 3. I like that the pan/tilt lock/release knobs are adjacent to each other and make quick work of securing your head when you need to walk away. 4. The quick-release side mounting plate is quick, and secure One thing I'd like to see is for Cartoni to put up a video, or have better documentation on how best to tweak, or think about using their drag system for different camera loads considering there are no markings - seems that as this is a strong point from a sales and marketing perspective they would want to provide as much detailed information as possible, this is a miss!, though I will figure it out over time. All in all out of the box and with some limited use I feel this system will hold up in the field, is smooth where it counts and I can use the savings for something else - well worth considering!

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Is it compatible with Manfrotto 504PLONG Plate?

Is it compatible with Manfrotto 504PLONG Plate?
Asked by: minho
The Cartoni Focus 10 would only work with Cartoni Plates. However, You could add this Quick Release adapter to work with Manfrotto plate styles. https://bhpho.to/3DLCo9e
Answered by: Chris H
Date published: 2021-12-13

Can I convert the tripod to 75mm using an adapter ...

Can I convert the tripod to 75mm using an adapter ring?
Asked by: Alan
Using this adapter you will be able to convert 100mm Cartoni Tripods to 75mm. Cartoni 100 to 75mm Adapter Ring https://bhpho.to/3TDiupz
Answered by: Chris H
Date published: 2022-10-26

Hi - I would like to know if it is possible to ...

Hi - I would like to know if it is possible to adapt the fluid head on this tripod for use on a slider?Thanks
Asked by: Marcus
Yes, it is possible to adapt the Cartoni Focus 10 Red Lock System (100mm Ball) for use with a slider. Either one can mount the slider above the tripod head's camera screw, or use a 100mm half ball adapter such as the Manfrotto 500BALL 100mm Half Ball Leveler w/3/8" Screw for 100mm Bowl Tripods seen here, https://bhpho.to/3IPq4HR
Answered by: Richard
Date published: 2022-01-30
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