The Manfrotto 526 with 645 Fast Twin Aluminum Tripod is a complete tripod system: a 100mm bowl fluid head on aluminum legs, rated for 8–16 kg. The head has continuous counterbalance, has 3 drag steps plus a zero position, and takes Manfrotto 357 plates. The legs reach 171.5 cm at the camera, go as low as 42.5 cm, fold to 88.5 cm, lock with flip locks, and take a ground or mid-level spreader. It comes with a 526 100mm fluid head, 645 Fast Twin aluminum tripod legs, a 2-in-1 ground and mid-level spreader, a carrying bag, and a pan bar.
Key Features
8–16 kg Payload
The maker's rated payload for the camera package the system carries and balances.
171.5 cm Working Height
It works as low as 42.5 cm, measured from the ground to the camera plate. Folded, it measures 88.5 cm end to end, for transport and storage.
100mm Bowl
The head sits in a 100mm bowl, so it levels on the legs and swaps for any other 100mm-bowl head.
Continuous Counterbalance
The counterbalance adjusts continuously, so it can be matched to any camera in the payload range.
3 Steps + 0 Drag
Selectable fluid drag steps on pan and tilt, plus a zero position for fast, free moves.
Manfrotto 357 Quick Release
Takes Manfrotto 357-type camera plates; the head ships with the long 357PLV-1 plate.
Aluminum Legs
Aluminum tubes stand up to hard use and rough handling on set and on location.
Ground or Mid-Level Spreader
Takes a ground or a mid-level spreader, chosen for the floor and the shot.
Flip Locks
Lever locks on each leg section open and close with a single flick.
+75°/-70° Tilt
Bubble Level
-20°C to 60°C Operating Range
