The 561B is a 4-section aluminum monopod. It is equipped with a fluid head able to support up to 8.8 lbs. The key feature of this monopod is the fluid cartridge incorporated into the base that gives you an incredibly smooth panning action.

The maximum height is 78.74", but closed it reaches the compact size of 29.92".

This new mid-sized head, based on OConnor's Ultimate 2575 fluid head, features OConnor's stepless, ultra-smooth pan & tilt fluid drag specifically enhanced for HD applications.

Designed to give you the ultimate control and stability for your HD shooting. The 1030S has the same features and controls as our 2575 fluid head, the standard for 35mm film cameras. Featuring OConnor's patented sinusoidal counterbalance system for true, accurate balance at any point in the tilt range. Add to this OConnor's stepless, ultra-smooth pan & tilt fluid drag specifically enhanced for HD applications, and you've got the best of all possible combinations

Compact, lightweight digital camcorders are a real alternative to their big brothers in the broadcast world. They are increasingly used as second units, in crisis regions and for quality lower-budget productions. Sachtler offers the MiniDV generation the ideal equipment for outstanding performance.


Payload 6 kg / 13.2 lb
Weight (without cover/bag) 4.8 kg / 10.6 lb
Height min. 77 cm / 30.3 in
Height max. 157 cm / 61.8 in
Transport length 100 cm / 39.4 in

Compact, lightweight digital camcorders are a real alternative to their big brothers in the broadcast world. They are increasingly used as second units, in crisis regions and for quality lower-budget productions. Sachtler offers the MiniDV generation the ideal equipment for outstanding performance.

Payload 15kg / 33 lb
Weight (without cover/bag) 2.1kg / 4.6 lb
Height min. 77 cm / 30.3 in
Height max. 157 cm / 61.8 in
Transport length 100 cm / 39.4 in

Great for use with Small video and film cameras. A little more tripod than the DV4 system when you want something just a little more substantial. has 7 fluid settings for pan & tilt, a counterbalance system and comes with single stage 100mm ball legs.



Weight: 2,63 kg / 5.5 lb
Max load: approx. 12kg / 26 lb
Counterbalance system: 13 Nm/approx. 10 kg / 22 lb
Balance plate: none
Grades of drag: horizontally and vertically 7 each and 0
Tilt range: +/- 90°
Camera fitting: camera plate 16 with ¼" and 3/8" screws
Tripod fitting: 100 mm ball

Video 18 Plus... Fast, safe, reliable has a frictionless damping system with seven levels of drag. With its Touch & Go® quick release system, you can attach and release your camera with one hand. The balance plate's sliding range lets you precisely compensate for a variety of configuration weights, while the self- illuminating Touch Bubble uses a conventional battery, ensuring easy leveling even under unfavorable lighting conditions. Its vibrationless vertical and horizontal brakes are easy to use and offer maximum safety in fast-paced reporting situations.

Payload 18 kg / 39.7 lb
Weight (without cover/bag) 7.9 kg / 17.4 lb
Height min. 63 cm / 24.8 in
Height max. 172 cm / 67.71in
Transport length 89 cm / 35 in

The key to Sachtler’s successful fluid heads is their step switching. Now their innovative SPEEDBALANCE technology enables even faster and finer counterbalance of your camera system. By reducing the minimum payload, the heads’ overall payload range is increased. The Video 20 SB features exchangeable pan bar rosettes.

Weight 3.4 kg / 7.5 lb
Payload 7 - 25 kg / 15 - 55 lb
Sliding range - plate 120 mm / 4.7 in
Counterbalance in 12 steps
Grades of drag 7 each horizontal and vertical + 0
Tilt range ±90°
Temperature range -40° to +60° C / -40 to +140° F
Camera fitting Touch & Go® Plate 16
Tripod/Pedestal fitting 100 mm bowl
Pan bar(s) 2, telescopic, Type Plus
Level self-illuminating Touch Bubble
Batteries Level 3 x 625U or LR9

Video 20 Fast, safe, reliable has a frictionless damping system with seven levels of drag. With its Touch & Go® quick release system, you can attach and release your camera with one hand. The balance plate's sliding range lets you precisely compensate for a variety of configuration weights, easy leveling. Its vibrationless vertical and horizontal brakes are easy to use and offer maximum safety in fast-paced reporting situations.

Payload 25 kg / 55.1 lb
Weight (without cover/bag) 8.0 kg / 17.6 lb
Height min. 63 cm / 24.8 in
Height max. 172 cm / 67.71 in
Transport length 89 cm / 35 in