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Cartoni Focus 10 Fluid Head with Stabilo Tripod Legs (100mm)

BH #CAKF103CS • MFR #KF10-3CS
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Cartoni Focus 10 Fluid Head with Stabilo Tripod Legs (100mm)
Key Features
  • Focus 10 Fluid Head
  • 24 lb Load Capacity
  • Stabilo 15 to 75" Carbon Fiber Tripod
  • Soft Carry Case
Equipped with a 100mm fluid head and three-stage tripod, this Focus 10 Fluid Head with Stabilo Tripod Legs system from Cartoni accommodates most broadcast and digital cinema cameras with ease for stabilized shooting. The fluid head features intuitive pan and tilt controls and an illuminated bubble level. The tripod legs can be adjusted from 15 to 75" and have twisting locks. In total, the system can support rigs up to 24 lb. Its overall carbon fiber construction creates a durable yet lightweight system for easy transport.
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Cartoni Focus 10 Tripod System Overview

Equipped with a 100mm fluid head and three-stage tripod, this Focus 10 Fluid Head with Stabilo Tripod Legs system from Cartoni accommodates most broadcast and digital cinema cameras with ease for stabilized shooting. The fluid head features intuitive pan and tilt controls and an illuminated bubble level. The tripod legs can be adjusted from 15 to 75" and have twisting locks. In total, the system can support rigs up to 24 lb. Its overall carbon fiber construction creates a durable yet lightweight system for easy transport.

Compatible Cameras
Blackmagic Design URSA with ENG Telephoto Lens, URSA Mini Pro 4.6K G2
Sony PXW-Z280, PXW-FX9V, PXW-FX9VK, PXW-FS5M2, PXW-FS5M2K, PXW-FS7M2, PXW-FS7M2K, PXW-X320L, PXW-X320LCE
Canon XF705, EOS C500 Mark II, EOS C300 Mark II, EOS C200B, EOS C200
JVC GY-HC900STU, GY-HMU890U, GY-HM850
Panasonic AJ-PX380, AU-EVA1PJ8, AU-V35LT1G
Z-CAM E2-F6
RED DIGITAL CINEMA DSMC2, DRAGON-X
UPC: 260725670111

Cartoni Focus 10 Tripod System Specs

Key Specs
Head Type
Fluid Head
Primary Material
Carbon Fiber
Load Capacity
24.3 lb / 11 kg
Closed Length
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Weight
12.1 lb / 5.5 kg
Head
Top Mounting
Quick Release Plate with 1/4"-20 Screw with Locating Pin
Head Type
Fluid Head
Base Mount
100 mm Half Ball
Pan & Tilt
Pan & Vertical Tilt Only with Independent Pan & Tilt Locks and Drag Control
• 180° (-90 to +90°)
Counter Balance
Continuous
Legs
Primary Material
Carbon Fiber
General
Load Capacity
24.3 lb / 11 kg
Closed Length
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Accessory Mounting
2x Pan Handle Fitting
Bubble Level
Yes (Illuminated)
Weight
12.1 lb / 5.5 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
17 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
44.5 x 9.5 x 9"

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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