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SLIK’s newly-introduced Goodman Digital Tripod comes as a complete ready-to-use outfit as it is sold together with their versatile SH-704E Pan Head. It even includes a quick release plate for speedy attachment and demounting of your camera.

The tripod weighs a modest 1.580kg and because it uses four-section legs, the collapsed length is a compact 48cm. Rigidity and stability is enhanced by the use of substantial 2.34cm diameter tubes for the top section of the leg. A maximum operating height of 130cm and a centre column that can extend 24cm makes it comfortable to use for extended periods.

THe SH-707E pan head that comes with the tripod is a compact and light unit that can also be used with other tripods - other manufacturers’ included. The three-way adjustments allow for panning, tilting and vertical to horizontal orientation of the camera and every movement has its own separate lock controls. To aid in leveling the camera, it has a built-in spirit level.

Rubberized handles provide a comfortable and secure feel and the camera can be positioned easily and accurately for those shots that require spot-on framing. The SLIK Goodman Digital’s versatility can be further enhanced with the use of a copy head that can be attached to the base of the centre column for inverted mounting of cameras to facilitate copying of documents and prints or bird’s eye views of close ups. The best part is, the copy head comes free with the tripod!