SLIK PRO 500 DX TRIPOD and PRO 500 DX 3-WAY HEAD
We all know how important it is to own a good quality tripod, especially if you are into landscape photography. However, there are two requirements for any tripod that oppose each other – sturdiness versus low weight.
Latest product from SLIK, PRO 500 DX TRIPOD, tries to address this in its latest offering: a super Aluminum-Magnesium-Titanium alloy legs provide for the sturdiness and low weight, according to the information pack by as much as 40% when compared to aluminum products.
The tripod is accompanied by a 3-way PRO 500 DX 3-WAY HEAD offering quick release in a cast and machined aluminum solution.
Here is the full press release:
LONG BEACH, CA. (June 14, 2006) — THK Photo Products, Inc., announces the NEW SLIK PRO 500 DX
A.M.T. makes all the difference.
SLIK’s exclusive A.M.T. super Aluminum-Magnesium-Titanium alloy legs make the PRO 500 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, making it lighter and stronger than the standard metal used in most tripods.
The PRO 500 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.
A tripod should be solid and easy to use, so you spend more time concentrating on your photography than you do your equipment.
The PRO 500 DX makes setting up easy with secure, speed-release leg locks (pictured left). A gearless center column and 3-position, adjustable angle leg locks allow easy set-up on uneven ground or steps. The adjustable angle locks combined with the PRO 500 DX Short Column (optional accessory) allow the tripod to be lowered to just 15 inches for very low angle or macro photography in the field.
Stable all-metal head with easy-to-use quick release.
The included PRO 500 DX all-metal 3-way pan head has over a solid pound of finely cast and machined aluminum. It uses a fast and easy to use quick-release plate to securely mount the camera on the tripod.
PRO 500 DX 3-WAY HEAD
Already have a favorite tripod head you would like to use?
Or, would you rather use a SLIK professional ball head? No problem. The PRO 500 DX head can be removed and the tripod legs have a standard 1/4-20 thread that can also accept a thread adapter to 3/8 in. Between these 2 sizes, the PRO 500 DX can mount almost any tripod head on the market today. The sturdy legs can handle up to 10 lbs of equipment with ease.
Value. Today it’s more important than ever. Compare the price and features of the PRO 500 DX to other manufacturer’s professional camera supports and you will see that dollar for dollar and feature for feature, this is one of the best values in a light and versatile camera support.
Specifications
Max. Height: 63.95 in. (1,625mm)
Min. Height: 22.5 in. (571mm)
W/Short Column: 13.8 in. (350mm)
Center Column Extenstion: 11.0 (280mm)
Folded Length: 27.38 in. (695mm)
Weight: 5.47 lbs. (2,481g)
Number of Leg Sections: 3
Leg Lock Type: Speed Release Lock
Max. Load: 10 lbs. (4,535.0g)
Suggested List Price: $184.95
Warranty: 3 years
THK Photo Products, Inc. is the U. S. distributor for Tokina lenses, Hoya filters, Kenko photo accessories and SLIK camera support systems. THK provides marketing, sales, distribution, and technical/consumer service and support. THK is located in Long Beach, CA and on the Web at www.thkphoto.com.
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