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B&H Photo has the Sachtler 75/2 Mark II Aluminum Tripod System with Ace XL Head & Mid-Level Spreader in their DealZone today for only $915. Sachter's support systems don't need any introduction. I love their stuff, but they cost a lot and any savings is great.
I know a few photographers that use the Ace XL Head for both photography and video. The tripod is extremely rigid and the head is so smooth and easy to use. It locks down without any sort of creep.
You can't go wrong with this tripod for either use case.
Sachtler 75/2 Mark II Aluminum Tripod System Overview
The 75/2 Mark II Aluminum Tripod System with Ace XL Head & Mid-Level Spreader from Sachtler pairs the Ace XL fluid head and the aluminum 75/2 tripod legs with a mid-level spreader. This kit offers a 17.6 lb load capacity for midsized camera rigs, as well as a balancing camera plate, 9-step + 0 counterbalance, and 3-step + 0 pan/tilt drag. Carry the system with the included handle and bag for easy transport to the set.
Key Features
- Ace XL Fluid Head
- Two-Stage Aluminum Tripod
- 17.6 lb Load Capacity
- 9-Step + 0 Counterbalance
- 3-Step + 0 Pan/Tilt Drag
- Mid-Level Spreader, Rubber Feet
Sachtler Ace XL Mark II Fluid Head (75mm Bowl)
The Sachtler Ace XL Mark II Fluid Head is designed to facilitate smooth pan and tilt movements with your cine-style camera configurations thanks to its 17.6 lb load capacity. The fluid head can be secured to 75mm bowl mount tripods. It has 9 + 0 steps of counterbalance and 3 + 0 steps of pan/tilt drag adjustment. A total tilt range of +90° to -75° allows for intuitive framing of your shots.
Mount your camera using the slide-in balancing plate with a 1/4″-20 screw and locating pin. With a sliding range of 4.1″, this head can adapt to any rig configuration. Additional features include a detachable pan bar and an illuminated bubble level. An integrated flat head base allows the Ace XL Mark II to be mounted onto a slider.
Sachtler 75/2 Mark II Aluminum Tripod (75mm)
Designed to support ultra-light camcorders and DSLR/mirrorless camera builds, this 75/2 Mark II Aluminum Tripod features a strong set of two-stage aluminum with a 44 lb load capacity. This tripod requires a separately available ground or mid-level spreader. Depending on which spreader you use, the height range can span 16.6 to 62.2″ or 24.8 to 60.6″, respectively. A 75mm bowl and three 3/8″-16 mounting threads help attach a fluid head of your choice. Use the carry handle to transport the tripod to the set.
Sachtler Mid-Level Spreader for FlowTech 75
The Sachtler Mid-Level Spreader for FlowTech 75 is designed to easily open the FlowTech 75 tripod legs. Since it is mid-level, the spreader will still work in situations with uneven terrain or stairs. Using the locking clamps, the FlowTech 75 legs can be secured closer together, enabling the tripod bowl to be set higher than the legs would normally allow. This functionality is particularly useful during press conferences and live events where the camera needs to see over crowds.
Sachtler Rubber Feet 75 (Set of 3)
Suitable for use on a variety of surfaces, this set of three Rubber Feet from Sachtler is compatible with select 75mm tripods. These are spare or replacement items for the feet originally included with the tripods, and quickly snap onto the tripod legs to offer traction on various ground surfaces.
