With features normally found only in higher-end supports, small ENG production crews using HD camcorders and DSLRs will appreciate the budget priced Libec LS-55(2A)M Professional 2-Stage Aluminum Tripod System.

The H55’s two-step fluid drag and fixed spring counterbalance delivers the slippery-smooth feeling of a high-end head without sacrificing ease of setup. Attach the head and level quickly with the industry-standard 75mm claw ball, select the appropriate drag mode for the camera in use, and start shooting. For fine tuning, the camera plate has 40mm of travel to accommodate varying lens weights.

Standing firmly in any setting, the two-stage T72 aluminum alloy tripod features twin tubes in the top two sections for superior torsional rigidity. Cine-style rotary locks clamp each stage regardless of ambient temperature, offering real peace of mind in conjunction with the SP-2 floor spreader.

The LS-55(2A)N delivers everything you’d want and more in a lightweight package that’s easily transported in the included TC-70 soft case and comes with a 3-year warranty.