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Smith-Victor Apollo 2800 Medium-Duty Tripod with 2-Way Head

BH #SMA2800 • MFR #700111
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Smith-Victor Apollo 2800 Medium-Duty Tripod with 2-Way Head
Key Features
  • Supports 12.0 lbs (5.4 kg)
The Smith-Victor Apollo 2800 Medium-Duty Tripod with 2-Way Head is a medium-duty video tripod with a 2-way fluid-effect head that supports camcorders up to 12.0 lbs (5.4 kg). It features a convenient quick-release top stage, geared center column, and fast-action leg locks for rapid setup. One quick release is included. The Apollo 2800 is covered by a 5-year warranty.
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Smith-Victor Apollo 2800 Overview

The Smith-Victor Apollo 2800 Medium-Duty Tripod with 2-Way Head is a medium-duty video tripod with a 2-way fluid-effect head that supports camcorders up to 12.0 lbs (5.4 kg). It features a convenient quick-release top stage, geared center column, and fast-action leg locks for rapid setup. One quick release is included. The Apollo 2800 is covered by a 5-year warranty.

Fluid-effect head for smooth pans and tilts
Geared center column for fine-tuned compositions
Convenient quick-release plate with video pin
Fast-action leg locks for rapid setup
UPC: 037733005194

Smith-Victor Apollo 2800 Specs

Key Specs
Camera Mounting
Unspecified Screw (Quick Release Plate)
Drag Control
Yes
Primary Material
Aluminum
Load Capacity
12 lb / 5.4 kg
Maximum Working Height
63" / 160.02 cm
Minimum Working Height
23" / 58.4 cm
Closed Length
26" / 66 cm
Weight
5 lb / 2.27 kg
Head
Camera Mounting
Unspecified Screw (Quick Release Plate)
Pan & Tilt
Drag Control
Yes
Vertical Tilt
+90° to -90°
Legs
Primary Material
Aluminum
Leg Sections
3
General
Load Capacity
12 lb / 5.4 kg
Maximum Working Height
63" / 160.02 cm
Minimum Working Height
23" / 58.4 cm
Closed Length
26" / 66 cm
Bubble Level
Yes
Weight
5 lb / 2.27 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
5.4 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
27 x 5 x 5"

Smith-Victor Apollo 2800 Reviews

Worthless for video

By Chris
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2017-11-02

It met my expectations for the price in terms of stability and design, but the head is not adequate for any video that requires panning. When you start in any direction, the resistance is unpredictable, and that makes smooth pans and follows impossible. If you need it for still photography, or minimal video panning in one direction only, it might fit the bill for the price.

Ease of Use

By jrsnyder1
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2011-02-28

This trip is stong enough to hold my camera and lenses. It is easy to set up. I find that it is not as easy to use in fash changing situations. Specially on a moving target. Best used in a studio situation or landscape photography with a stationary target.

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Can this be used with a canon 60D dslr?
Asked by: Steven
I didn't use it for a DSLR. It has a standard thread on the mount and the slide in mount is adjustable for balance. It can be adjusted forward and back to balance it out. It's OK for what it is.
Answered by: CHARLES M.
Date published: 2018-08-27
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