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Leofoto HC-32 Horizontal Panoramic Carbon Fiber Center Column System

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Leofoto HC-32 Horizontal Panoramic Carbon Fiber Center Column System
Key Features
  • Load Capacity: 26.4 lb
  • Height: 23.6"
  • Weight: 1.14 lb
  • 10-Layer Toray Carbon Fiber
The HC-32 Horizontal Panoramic Carbon Fiber Center Column System from Leofoto is a 23.6"" carbon fiber extension set that allows an adjustable center column to be added to a tripod without a center column. The rugged but lightweight carbon-fiber column can be rotated a full 360° and tilted 180° from horizontal to fully vertical in either a standard or inverted orientation. One end of the column features a mounting platform with a reversible 1/4"-20 to 3/8"-16 mounting stud and three set screws to securely mount virtually any tripod head and prevent it from rotating. The other end of the column is a weight hook that can be fully rotated so that it can always be facing up to receive a sandbag, equipment bag strap, or other type of ballast.
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Leofoto HC-32 Overview

The HC-32 Horizontal Panoramic Carbon Fiber Center Column System from Leofoto is a 23.6"" carbon fiber extension set that allows an adjustable center column to be added to a tripod without a center column. The rugged but lightweight carbon-fiber column can be rotated a full 360° and tilted 180° from horizontal to fully vertical in either a standard or inverted orientation. One end of the column features a mounting platform with a reversible 1/4"-20 to 3/8"-16 mounting stud and three set screws to securely mount virtually any tripod head and prevent it from rotating. The other end of the column is a weight hook that can be fully rotated so that it can always be facing up to receive a sandbag, equipment bag strap, or other type of ballast.

  • 360° Rotating weight hook always faces upward when the column is horizontal
  • 180° Vertical tilt to change quickly from landscape to portrait orientation
  • 360° Panning base
  • Anti-twist system prevents a mounted tripod head from rotating
  • Precision numbered index scales
  • Hollowed-out design for reduced weight
  • Bubble level
EAN: 6940828301146

Leofoto HC-32 Specs

Load Capacity
26.4 lb / 12 kg
Material
Carbon Fiber
Tube Diameter
1.25" / 32 mm
Pan Base Diameter
1.8" / 46 mm
Mounting Platform
2.12" / 54 mm
Base Mount Thread Size
3/8"-16
Height
23.6" / 610 mm
Weight
1.14 lb / 520 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.645 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
30.3 x 3.5 x 2.4"

Leofoto HC-32 Reviews

Two versions available, so consider the mounting options…

By Bryan
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2024-07-25

This rod can be helpful in achieving closeup compositions that would otherwise prove impossible, but first consider how it will be mounted. If you intend that the rod be affixed atop a dedicated tripod, then buy this (B&H part LEHC32) version. However, if you want to use it as an accessory that can occasionally mount atop your existing tripod's ballhead (that uses an existing Arca-Swiss type quick-release clamp), then buy B&H part LEH32, and add B&H part LEPLH47 to your purchase.

Great accessory for macro

By Khris
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-02-27

I was inspired by the classic Benbo tripod design to get this. I pair it with an RRS TVC-24L tripod Manfrotto super clamp to get closeups of flowers and it works amazing. Build quality is on par with RRS products and all knobs hold nice and tight. The only minor issue I encountered is the base loosened a couple times but I suspect that was user error on my part when I set things up in a hurry. This has now become an indispensable part of my macro toolkit and I love it.

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How smooth is the panning functionality for video

How smooth is the panning functionality for video purposes?
Asked by: Carlin
The panning on the Leofoto HC-32 Horizontal Panoramic Carbon Fiber Center Column System is smooth and can be used for video applications. A dedicated video head would be better for this use case.
Answered by: Marvin H
Date published: 2026-07-19

If the arm is extended to its full length, is the ...

If the arm is extended to its full length, is the 26.4 lb. limit still OK for the open end?
Asked by: John
Yes Leofoto HC-32 Horizontal Panoramic Carbon Fiber Center Column System has a load capacity of 26.4 lb at full extension.
Answered by: Daniel C
Date published: 2023-01-03

What material is the base and locking mechanism ...

What material is the base and locking mechanism for the boom made of?
Asked by: Ryan
The Leofoto HC-32 Horizontal Panoramic Carbon Fiber Center Column System has an all-metal mounting and locking mechanism.
Answered by: Elliot
Date published: 2024-05-15
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