The Propod Series of Smith-Victor tripods is designed to meet the most demanding requirements of working professionals and serious amateurs. These heavy-duty tripods deliver the ultimate in rigid, stable support and are engineered using high strength lightweight alloy tubes and double-strut design. An innovative feature of the Propod Series base support is the indexed height reference marking, with quick-set pins on each leg, that allows for precise and level leg alignment. For added stability the Propod Base has centerbrace leg supports with locking mechanism and rubber/spiked leg tips fornon-slip traction on any terrain. Geared centerpost elevates 11". Includes1/4x20 mounting stud and 3/8x16 adapter.Features sturdy die-cast aluminum construction for ultra-smooth pans and tilts. 2-way fluid PRO-3 pan head has separate calibrations for pan and tilt and separate tension controls to adjust calibration movements to individual preference.