New pro ball tripod heads in Europe targeting the weight-oriented, demanding outdoor-photographer market
Featherweight ball heads for professionals take loads in excess of 80 pounds. These new pro ball heads from the Korean manufacturer Markins target the demanding outdoor market, weight less than 580 grams (1.28 lbs) and carry loads of up to 45 kg (99 lbs).
(PRWEB) February 8, 2004 --Tripod heads for outdoor photographers should be light and very sturdy. After some hours walk, the total weight of your backpack equipment becomes an issue and you often wish for a couple of pounds less on your back.
The Markins compact ball heads in the M10 and M20 series stand the toughest requirements and provide innovative technology such as Progressive Friction Control (PFC). At 510 and 580 grams (1.12 and 1.28 lbs), they are light yet take loads of 40 and 45 kg respectively (88 and 99 lbs). This gives an exceptional load-to-weight ratio of 78:1
The progressive friction control knob locks the ball securely in any position, and the integrated panorama base allows the head to be turned 360 degrees for exact camera panning. Coming with the standard 3/8" windings, the ball heads can be used on any standard tripod.
The M10 and M20 Q-Ball ball heads are made of durable, hard-anodized 7075-T6 Duraluminum. They are self-cleaning and practically maintenance free.
The easy to operate quick release clamp is compatible with Kirk, Foba, RRS and Arca Swiss. Various quick connect camera plates are available which stay on the camera and tele lenses.
The suggested retail price for Markins M10 is 330.00 EUR incl. quick release shoe and VAT excl. plates. Camera plates are available starting at 40.00 EUR incl. VAT.
Markins products are available throughout Europe through the distributor Nikonians EMEA and online in the Nikonians Photo Pro Shop at https://www.photoproshop.com.
Additional product data available at http://www.markinseurope.com
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