SmallRig FSD18 FreeSpeed Heavy-Duty Carbon Fiber Tripod 5578
by SmallRigThe SmallRig FreeSpeed FSD18 Heavy-Duty Carbon Fiber Tripod with Fluid Head is built for professional video production requiring fast deployment, high load stability, and smooth, repeatable camera movement.
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Package includes
- SmallRig FreeSpeed FSD18 Heavy-Duty Carbon Fiber Tripod with Fluid Head
- Quick Release Plate
- 1/4"-20 Screw
- 3/8"-16 Screw
- Tie-Down Knob
- Telescoping Pan Handle
- Phone Clamp
- Allen Wrench
- Storage Bag
SmallRig FSD18 FreeSpeed Heavy-Duty Carbon
Featuring a one-step leg deployment system, the tripod allows rapid height adjustments across a wide working range from 2.9 to 6.6', making it well suited for high-angle shooting and dynamic production environments. The three-section carbon fiber legs use a knob-lock design and a mid-level spreader to maintain rigidity under load while enabling continuously adjustable leg positioning.
Paired with a 100mm bowl-mounted fluid head, the FSD18 supports camera systems up to 33.1 lb and incorporates a seven-step counterbalance system rated from 8.8 to 22 lb for controlled tilt return. Independent pan and tilt drag controls with four damping levels provide smooth motion, while a pan/tilt locking system, bubble level, and quick release camera plate support efficient setup and precise operation. Despite its heavy-duty build, the tripod folds down to 3.2' for transport and weighs 14.7 lb.
Functionality
- Supports camera rigs and accessories up to 33.1 lb
- One-step leg deployment for rapid height adjustment from 2.9 to 6.6'
- Fluid head with independent four-level pan and tilt drag control
- Seven-step counterbalance system rated from 8.8 to 22 lb
- +90 to -60° tilt range with dedicated pan and tilt locks
Design
- Three-section carbon fiber legs with screw knob locks
- Continuously adjustable leg spread with mid-level spreader
- Deployable spiked feet for secure footing on varied surfaces
- 100mm half ball base for fast leveling
- Folds to 2.9' and weighs 14.7 lb for manageable transport
| Key Specs | |
| Camera Mounting | 1/4"-20 & 3/8"-16 Screws (Quick Release Plate) |
| Head Type | Fluid Head |
| Drag Control | Yes |
| Primary Material | Carbon Fiber |
| Load Capacity | 33.1 lb / 15 kg |
| Maximum Working Height | 6.6' / 200.5 cm |
| Minimum Working Height | 2.9' / 89.8 cm |
| Closed Length | 38.2" / 97 cm |
| Weight | 14.7 lb / 6.7 kg |
| Head | |
| Camera Mounting | 1/4"-20 & 3/8"-16 Screws (Quick Release Plate) |
| Head Type | Fluid Head |
| Base Mount | 100 mm Half Ball |
| Counter Balance | Incremental 7-Step (8.8 to 22 lb / 4 to 10 kg) |
| Pan & Tilt | |
| Drag Control | Yes |
| Independent Pan Lock | Yes |
| Independent Tilt Lock | Yes |
| Vertical Tilt | +90° to -60° |
| Lateral Tilt | No |
| Legs | |
| Primary Material | Carbon Fiber |
| Leg Lock | Screw Knob |
| Leg Sections | 3 |
| Independent Leg Spread | Yes |
| Leg Positions | Continuously Adjustable |
| Foot Features | Spiked |
| General | |
| Load Capacity | 33.1 lb / 15 kg |
| Maximum Working Height | 6.6' / 200.5 cm |
| Center Column | No |
| Minimum Working Height | 2.9' / 89.8 cm |
| Closed Length | 38.2" / 97 cm |
| Accessory Mounting | No |
| Bubble Level | Yes |
| Detachable Monopod | No |
| Spreader Support | Mid-Level |
| Weight | 14.7 lb / 6.7 kg |