Work fast and stay mobile with the Focus 8 SDS Professional Tripod System, engineered for run-and-gun videographers, independent filmmakers, and news crews. Supporting payloads up to 8 kg (18 lbs), this lightweight yet rugged tripod system is perfect for digital cinema and ENG cameras, delivering professional performance at an accessible price.

The Focus 8 fluid head features patented counterbalance and fluid drag technology for smooth, controlled pans and tilts. With a ±90° tilt range, 75mm bowl mount, and a sliding quick-release camera plate compatible with Manfrotto® and Sachtler® systems, it ensures fast setup and reliable operation. Built for the field, it performs in extreme conditions from -40°C to +60°C.

The SDS 2-stage tripod, protected by three patents, offers the fastest one-lever deployment system available. Its Smart Lock spreader with a unique no-bind design enables super-low shooting angles without sacrificing stability — perfect for creative framing in dynamic filming environments.

Compact, portable, and built for mobility, the Focus 8 SDS System is the ideal professional tripod solution for creators who need speed, reliability, and versatility in the field.

Key Features:

• Payload capacity: 8 kg / 18 lbs — ideal for ENG, documentary & digital cinema rigs

• Focus 8 fluid head with patented counterbalance & fluid drag systems

• ±90° tilt range with 75mm bowl mount

• Sliding quick-release plate compatible with Manfrotto® & Sachtler® systems

• SDS 2-stage carbon-fiber tripod with patented one-lever deployment

• Smart Lock spreader with no-bind design for low-angle shots

• Operates in extreme temperatures: -40°C to +60°C

• Includes mid-level spreader, sliding plate, and transport bag