Gentec International is pleased to introduce the new DF Series of tripods from Velbon, the tripod innovators. The series includes three versatile, full-featured tripods:

  • The DF40 is a deluxe, lightweight photo/video tripod with a three-way panhead and quick-release plate. It extends to 145 cm and folds down to 54 cm. It weighs only 1.2 kg and supports up to 2 kg on its sturdy 2 cm diameter legs.
  • The DF50 is a deluxe, full-featured, photo/video tripod featuring a unique, three-way panhead with a left side control handle and right tilting platform for easy right hand camera handling. The two-position quick-release plate can be set for optimum camera support. The DF50 extends to 152 cm and folds down to 58 cm. It weighs 1.49 kg and supports up to 3 kg on it’s 2.3 diameter legs.
  • The deluxe, full-featured, heavy-duty DF60 photo/video tripod includes a three-way panhead with quick-release plate that features a left side control handle and right tilting platform for easy right hand camera handling. It extends to 162 cm and folds down to 61 cm. This sturdy tripod weighs 1.83 kg and supports up to 4 kg on its heavy-duty 2.7 cm diameter legs.

All three models offer a bubble level for fine adjustments, a geared centre column with preset friction control for precise vertical positioning, and 3-section, radially-braced, aluminum legs with quick-release leg locks and non-slip rubber feet. The DF50 and DF60 also incorporate retractable spikes for added stability in rough terrain.

The suggested retail price of the DF40 is $59.99. The DF50 retails for $69.99. And the retail price of the DF60 is $79.99.