With its 8.8 lb capacity and compact size, the Sachtler FSB 4 Sideload Tripod with 75/2 Legs & Bagis ideal for supporting small handheld camcorders and video-enabled DSLRs. As the only head in its class to feature Sachtler's Sideload mechanism, the FSB 4 boasts an exceptionally large sliding range of 4.7". Along with a 5-step counterbalance, this ensures extremely quick and precise balancing. At the same time, no-compromise vibration damping allows for extremely subtle and finely graded movement.

8.8 lb Capacity Fluid Drag Head    75mm Ball with Integrated Flat Base    4.7" Sliding Plate Range    5-Step + 0 Counterbalance Settings    3-Step + 0 Pan/Tilt Drag    +90/-70° Tilt Range    75mm Bowl Diameter    2-Stage/3-Section Leg Design    Ground Spreader    22.8 to 68.1" Height Range

Long sliding range of camera plate

Robust metal housing

Tested Speedbalance technology

Compatible with SOOM and the Sachtler FSB Cell

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What is a the diameter or circumference of the tripod legs when closed? Thanks!

A: The diameter of the tripod portion of the Sachtler System FSB 4 Fluid Head with Sideload Plate, Flowtech 75 Carbon Fiber Tripod with Mid-Level Spreader and Rubber Feet (B&H# SA0395) with the legs completely folded is about six inches (15.2cm). Please note, however, that as with most tripods, a cross section of the folded legs does not form a perfect circle. As a consequence, the diameter varies depending on where one measures it.

Q: 2. The first picture shows a pan bar attached to the FSB 4 Fluid Head. Is one included in the box? If not, what is the Sachtler code for this pan bar in the picture? Thank you.

A: It does come with a Pan Handle. You can also order one for the other side if you wanted a studio config.

Q: 3. What's the difference between this head and the ACE XL head?

A: The FSB 4 head offers a capacity up to 8.8 Pounds with a 5-Step Counterbalance. While the Ace XL goes between 4.4 to 17.6 pounds and has an incremental 8-Step Counterbalance system. However the FSB line up in general offers a higher quality build over the Ace series as far as the materials used.

Q: 4. Can you mount a VCT base plate on this head? I have the SHAPE Pro Shoulder Rig Kit for the Sony PXW-FX9 Camera. Do I need an additional adapter? Thanks for your reply

A: You will need a VCT quick release plate like the following. This plate would allow you to mount VCT compatible cameras to basically any tripod including the Sachtler model listed. SHAPE VCT Tripod Plate BH #SHVCTSH https://bhpho.to/3MddXaH

Q: 5. Does this come with the padded bag and carrying handle?

A: yes

Q: 6. maximum height?

A: The following unit offers the following 31.9 to 67.3" height range.

Q: 7. Can I attach my own video head to the tripod? or is it fused with FSB4 ?

A: The FSB4 is not fused to this tripod. This system will work with other 75mm ball tripods. You could even get the legs alone, BH #SA4585, for if you already happen to have your own 75mm ball head. https://bhpho.to/2JbYbwT

Q: 8. Does it come with a shoulder strap?

A: yes

Q: 9. maximum tripod height with the ground spreader?

A: This Sachtler System FSB 6 Mk II kit has a maximum working height of 60.96"

Q: 10. Is the fsb 6 too much support for a sony a7s3 with a 24-70 lens attached?

A: The FSB6 might be a bit too much for the A7SIII, especially if you use a lens that keeps the weight below 3.3 pounds. The FSB4 would be a better option.