Sachtler System 60 Vario 2-80 Pedestal

Sachtler System 60 Vario 2-80 Pedestal

When working with heavier cameras in studio or on location, being able to work quickly, effectively and safely gives you more time to get the best results. The Video 60 Studio fluid head’s 18-step counterbalance system allows you to achieve perfectly adjusted balance quickly and simply. The sliding balance plate has a range of up to 115mm, giving you even more precise adjustment and safety at any angle. All while supporting a maximum payload of 65kg. The Touch&Go quick release and automatic locking reduce mounting and releasing your camera to a matter of seconds. Once you are set and ready to go, the frictionless leak proof fluid drag with nine levels of drag gives you perfectly smooth movement both vertically and horizontally. The Video 60 has easily identifiable, direct response horizontal and vertical brakes that are vibration free. The integrated assembly lock lets you mount the camera safely. Whatever your schedule, the Sachtler Video 60 Plus Studio won’t slow you down.

Highly stable and yet lightweight, the Vario pedestals provide optimum support both in Studio and OB environments. The functions of the Vario Ped 2-80 are perfectly matched to the requirements of Studio and OB daily life as it is a robust, reliable and portable solution that provides soft and precise movement delivering unparalleled talent tracking and able to achieve seated and standing eyeline positions even at close range. It is a 2-stage pedestal for large payloads up to 80kg in Studio and OB environment. Its smooth and precise on-air movement and on shot stroke length of 77cm is perfect for following talent moving from seated to standing position ‘on shot’. It has an inlet valve for any air source and a pressure gauge for clear and reliable set-up. The detachable skid allows the pedestal to be simply broken down into two sections for easy storage and transportation. The Vario Ped 2-80 has crab and steer functionality, allowing working in tight spaces and on shot direction changes. It comes with 12.5cm wheels and adjustable cable guards. The skid has an easy to adjust position for narrow clearance. The steering wheel has easily accessible slots for trim weights, which can be used to quickly adjust the column pressure if the temperature changes during the shot.