The SLIK PRO 580 DX tripod uses the popular PRO 500 DX legs in black color, coupled with a new SH-806E heavier duty 3-Way pan head. SLIK’s exclusive A.M.T. super Aluminum-Magnesium-Titanium alloy legs make the PRO 580 DX tripod rock steady, yet lighter than it looks. The A.M.T. alloy has a 40% greater strength to weight ratio than standard aluminum, allowing the tripod to approach the weight of comparably sized carbon fiber tripods without the added cost. The PRO 580 DX is capable of supporting the weight of professional digital cameras and heavy telephoto lenses up to a 300mm f/2.8. This complete tripod offers advanced amateurs and student photographers the strength and stability they need, while its size and the use of A.M.T. alloy make it lighter and more portable than many professional offerings from other manufacturers. The PRO 580 DX black tripod makes setting up easy with secure, speed-release leg locks, gearless center column and 3-position, adjustable angle leg locks allow easy set-up on uneven ground or steps. The PRO 580 DX center column is actually two threaded pieces that unscrew to convert the top piece to a short column. This combined with the adjustable leg angle locks allows the tripod to be lowered to just 15 inches for very low angle or macro photography in the field. Included with the PRO 580 DX is a new SH-806E all-metal 3-way pan head. This head has improved internal components for smoother movements and improved, larger rubberized grips for more comfortable control. The head has well over a solid pound of finely cast and precisely machined aluminum. It uses a fast and easy to use quick-release plate to securely mount the camera on the tripod.
MAX. OPERATING HEIGHT 64 IN
MIN. OPERATING HEIGHT 13.8 IN
MAX. CENTER COLUMN EXT 10.2 IN
CENTER COLUMN TYPE INVERTABLE CENTER COLUMN, UNSCREWS FOR SHORT COLUMN/LOW ANGLE USE
FOLDED LENGTH 27 IN
WEIGHT 5.6 LBS
NUMBER OF LEG SECTIONS 3
MAX. LOAD 13.2 LBS
LEG LOCK TYPE LEVER LOCK
LEG TIP RUBBER FOOT
Grooves on all leg segments eliminate leg twist and increase strength
Omni-directional quick release plate can be mounted in any direction, with dual safety locks
Individual 3-position leg angle locks for low angle work or use on uneven terrain
Lift and lock center column with dual locking control
Rubber leg tips for maximum traction outdoors and protection to surface indoors