Features:
- Heavy-duty 3-section 27-millimeter tubular aluminum legs
- Large 3-way pan head with left-positioned sure-grip pan/tilt control handle allows easy access to camera controls
- Right-tilting camera platform allows 35mm cameras vertical as well as horizontal composition with more secure seating for heavier cameras
- Pan head incorporates a large bidirectional quick-release camera platform with retractable camcorder alignment pin
- Leveling bubble is mounted on the tripod body for more precise tripod leveling
Description:
The rugged Velbon CX-690 Deluxe is a full-featured tripod designed for use with all 35mm SLR cameras, digital cameras, and full-size video camcorders. Its key features include a large three-way fluid pan head, right-tilting quick-release platform, level bubble mounted on the body, an impressive full extension height of 63 inches, and a geared center column with preset friction control. The CX-690 is basically a heavy-duty version of the Velbon CX-570 with the same features incorporated into a larger overall body, including thicker legs and increased extension. The CX-690 is for the serious user who wants extra stability even at extended heights along with easy all-around functioning. It features the biggest version of Velbon's unique three-way pan head combined with a large, bidirectional, right-tilting, quick-release platform (retractable camcorder alignment pin included). The sure-grip pan/tilt control handle is located on the left side to allow free access to the camera's controls from the right. The three-section tubular aluminum legs are equipped with braces, rubber-tipped feet, and big side-lever locks for fast and easy adjustments. This hefty tripod weighs only 3.9 pounds and folds down to 24.3 inches. Velbon Tripod has been in the business for 46 years.
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