The Manfrotto Nitrotech 612 with Carbon Fiber Twin-Leg Tripod, Mid-Level Spreader is a complete tripod system: a 100mm bowl fluid head on 2-stage 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 169 cm at the camera, go as low as 75 cm, fold to 86 cm, lock with flip locks, and take a mid-level spreader. It comes with a Nitrotech 612 flat base fluid head, carbon fiber twin-leg tripod legs with mid-level spreader, a 75mm bowl adapter, a carrying bag, and a pan bar.
Key Features
4–18 kg Payload
The maker's rated payload for the camera package the system carries and balances.
169 cm Working Height
It works as low as 75 cm, measured from the ground to the camera plate. Folded, it measures 86 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.
2-Stage Legs
Two telescoping sections per leg extend the height range while staying rigid.
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
