Gitzo Mountaineer 1 Tripod + Gitzo G2180 Fluid Head + 501PL Quick Release Plate Kit

The GT1542 Mountaineer Series 1 Carbon Fiber Tripod from Gitzo features Carbon eXact tubing, which includes High Modulus carbon fiber in the lower leg sections, adding to their diameters and making the tripod more rigid and stronger than its predecessor. The GT1542 has a load capacity of 18 kg, extends to a maximum height of 160 cm, and folds down to 54 cm for transport.

The center column on the tripod can be removed for Ground Level Set, which enables the tripod to reach its lowest height of 15 cm. Its four-section legs are secured with twist locks that incorporate G-lock Ultra, which has an internal O-ring to prevent dust and particles from entering the leg system. The top spider has been redesigned to add rigidity and large leg angle selectors give you more area to grip when readjusting leg angles. A ballast hook on the center column allows you to add weight to increase the tripod's stability.

Gitzo G2180 Series 1 Fluid Head

The Gitzo G2180 Series 1 Fluid Head with Quick Release is a multi-purpose fluid head with a body made of lightweight Techno Polymer and an alloy quick-release top stage. It can support up to 4 kg, and may be used with or without the pan arm (included)- with it when used for video cameras, and without it when used with spotting scopes.

Manfrotto 501PL Sliding Quick Release Plate

The Manfrotto 501PL Quick Release Plate is a 8.5 cm long sliding quick release plate compatible with heads that use the RC5 quick release system. It comes supplied with one 1/4"-20 screw and one 3/8"-16 adapter bushing, and features a location (video) pin.