The Manfrotto Nitrotech 612 with 645 Fast Twin Carbon Fiber Tripod is a complete tripod system: a 100mm bowl fluid head on carbon fiber legs, rated for 4–18 kg. The head has continuous counterbalance, has continuous fluid drag, and takes Manfrotto 501PL-style plates. The legs reach 173 cm at the camera, go as low as 43.5 cm, fold to 89.5 cm, lock with flip locks, and take a mid-level spreader. It comes with a Nitrotech 612 flat base fluid head, 645 Fast Twin carbon fiber tripod legs, a carrying bag, a mid-level spreader, and a pan bar.
Key Features
4–18 kg Payload
The maker's rated payload for the camera package the system carries and balances.
173 cm Working Height
It works as low as 43.5 cm, measured from the ground to the camera plate. Folded, it measures 89.5 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.
Continuous Drag
Fluid drag on pan and tilt adjusts continuously, to suit any speed of move.
Manfrotto 500 Series Quick Release
Takes Manfrotto 501PL-style camera plates, which slide in from the side and lock.
Carbon Fiber Legs
Carbon fiber tubes keep the legs light to carry and damp vibration in the shot.
Mid-Level Spreader
A mid-level spreader braces the legs while leaving the ground clear beneath them.
Flip Locks
Lever locks on each leg section open and close with a single flick.
+90°/-70° Tilt
Bubble Level
-20°C to 50°C Operating Range
