Cartoni Focus 10 SDS CF System Video Tripod

Three patents, one lever, and a carbon fibre frame at 6.5 kg total — that is the opening argument the Cartoni Focus 10 SDS CF System makes the moment it comes out of the bag. The SDS Smart Deployment System uses a single centrally positioned lever to lock both stages of the two-stage carbon fibre tripod simultaneously, securing the legs at any operative height without the fumbling of separate collar locks. Six triple cross-layered carbon tubes handle the structural demands while keeping the system light enough to carry with one hand using the integrated transport handle — a practical advantage for a solo ENG operator moving between positions at a live event or press conference.

The Focus 10 fluid head brings Cartoni's proprietary continuous fluid drag on both pan and tilt axes with fully stepless adjustment. The patented variable counterbalance handles payloads from 0 to 12 kg without springs or preset detents, so a fully rigged camera with a wireless receiver and a 15 cm monitor can be balanced in seconds. Tilt range runs to ±90°, the 100 mm bowl interfaces with any standard 100 mm legs or hi-hat, and the operational temperature window of −40°C to +60°C covers everything from a Scandinavian winter exterior to a sun-heated outdoor stage. The illuminated bubble level, side-load quick release plate, and telescopic orientable pan bar are part of the head's standard fit.

The Smart Lock mid-level spreader uses a patented no-bind mechanism that accepts uneven terrain without compromising stability at low angles. Three movements lock each spreader arm, and as the legs collapse, the spreader folds itself — shaving seconds off every location wrap. Height range runs from 64.5 cm to 175.5 cm (ground to camera plate). The complete Cartoni Focus 10 SDS CF System — fluid head, carbon fibre video tripod, spreader, rubber feet, and soft carry bag — is a self-contained mobile support for broadcast news gathering, documentary production, live sports sideline coverage, corporate video, and single-operator professional streaming where fast repositioning and stable motion are both non-negotiable.