The Sachtler aktiv10 Flowtech 100 MS Tripod Systemuses Sachtler's truly innovative SpeedLevel technology to provide almost instant mounting and leveling of your camera rig on Sachtler 100mm tripod legs. The clamp and stud SpeedLevel system saves precious time leveling your camera rig by eliminating the need to screw on a tie-down knob. Designed for documentary, news, and corporate production, the aktiv10 supports camera rigs weighing up to 26.5 pounds. This 100mm ball fluid head also features 15 steps of counterbalance, seven steps of pan and tilt drag, and zero settings for both balance and drag.

The proprietary Sachtler SpeedLevel technology replaces the traditional head screw and tie-down design with a strong clamp built into the head bowl and a stud component that clamps onto your tripod bowl or other mounting platform, such as a slider. Simply grasp the large lever on the head and pull it up to release the clamp, then press it down to lock your head in place. Partially lifting the lever allows you to quickly and easily level the head.

When used with a separately available flowtech tripod, the aktiv10 enables you to spread the legs flat for extremely low shots without a tie-down knob getting in the way. You can also mount your head directly onto a slider using a separately available aktiv system stud that screws onto support systems with a 3/8"-16 threaded stud.

The active 10's PrismBubble is a built-in prism level with two viewing windows that enable you to more easily level the head when the legs are at set at maximum height or at an awkward angle. The bubble level also has two levels of illumination—press once to light up the bubble level or hold longer to illuminate both the bubble level and the counterbalance and drag settings, a boon when working in darker environments.

Mount your camera using the included Sideload Plate S that has both a 1/4-20 camera screw and a locating pin to prevent twisting. With a sliding range of 4.7", this head balances quickly to accommodate variously configured rigs. The Sachtler aktiv10 head also features a detachable pan bar that can be mounted onto the rosettes on either the right or left side of the head.

aktiv10 Sideload Fluid Head    flowtech 100 Tripod, Mid Spreader & Bag    SpeedSwap Clamp-Style Base    SpeedLevel Technology

The aktiv10 is compatible with Sachtler 100mm tripods (flowtech 100, ENG 2 CF, ENG 2D, ENG 2 CF HD, SpeedLock, and SpeedLock CF HD)

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will this tripod support an Arri Alexa EV fully rigged? I understand that it depends on my rig but I would like to know if this tripod would be recommendable

A: Technically yes, it will support up to 42 lbs.Your problem will be properly balancing the camera, especially if you are using zoom lenses. I feel this head is undersized for an Alexa ev. Even with a mini, I'd go with beefier head. I use my 18 with a C300 mkii and canon lenses. I always go beefier when shooting with Arri cameras. In the long run you don't save money if the head underperforms. My 2.

Q: 2. what is the total net weight on this package (bag, legs, spreader, head)?

A: The total package weight for the Sachtler aktiv10 flowtech 100 MS Tripod System is 28.6lbs. The bag, legs, spreader, and head on their own with out the packaging weigh just over 19lbs.

Q: 3. Does this tripod have the red hook like other Sachtler tripods do? It's hard to tell from the photos.

A: It does not have the hook as older Sachtler tripods.Instead it comes with attachment mount S2051-1900.

Q: 4. Will this work with the Sachtler FSB 10 head? Thanks!

A: Yes, the Sachtler Tie-Down for flowtech 100 Tripod can tie down the Sachtler FSB 10 Mark II Fluid Head with Sideload Mechanism (100mm).

Q: 5. Will this tripod work with a Sachtler 20III Video Head?

A: The Sachtler 20III is 100mm, as is the Sachtler flowtech 100 MS Carbon Fiber Tripod with Mid-Level Spreader & Rubber Feet, so yes they are compatible.

Q: 6. On the Tripod- What is the minimum spread width of the back two tripod feet?

A: You can spread the feet as little as you'd like but the less you spread them the less stable the Sachtler Cine 7+7 FT MS flowtech 100 Tripod System will be.

Q: 7. Will this work with a Sachtler FSB-8 fluid head?

A: It is our understanding that all recent Sachtler tie-downs are the same so this should work just fine.

Q: 8. Will this work with the Sachtler FSB 8 Mk II head?

A: No, the Sachtler Tie-Down for flowtech 100 will only work with 100mm heads. The correct tiedown is listed below. Sachtler 75mm Tie-Down Knob for FSB 75 and FSB 75 MKII Heads BH #SA75TD

Q: 9. If I already have a tie-down with my Sachtler 18P, do I need to buy this if I buy the Flowtech100 or will my old tie-down work?

A: Sachtler flowtech Tripods such as BH #SA5585 come with this part included. Your old tie-down may not work, but if you are purchasing BH #SA5585 it comes in the box already.

Q: 10. How does this compare to the Sachtler CF-100ENG 2CF Carbon Fiber 2-Stage Tripod Legs?

A: The Sachtler flowtech 100 MS Carbon Fiber Tripod with Mid-Level Spreader & Rubber Feet has a payload limit of 66 lb vs the 210 lb payload of the Sachtler CF-100ENG HD 2CF Carbon Fiber HD Tripod Legs. The 100 MS also has a single leg lock point vs the 2 leg lock points of the CF-100ENG. The overall leg design is different as well.