Specifically designed for the latest DV cameras to stream cameras, the HD tripod is compact, lightweight, and can support cameras up to 30 pounds. The HD tripod incorporates all the features required by broadcasters, including an advanced drag system that ensures smooth pan and tilt control, plus smooth stops and starts. The HD Tripod is a high-performance video head equipped with fluid cartridges that provide continuous drag in both the pan and tilt axis with independent pan and tilt locks. The HD Tripod is a heavy-duty, three-stage heat-treated aluminum alloy tripod that is extremely rigid, stable, and designed to be shock resistant.