Even by cold temperatures the tripods can be handeled very well and are not so cold to the touch as aluminium tripods. The reliable hydro heads type 10 and 14 are being produced since 1984. I still receive phonecalls and questions on this detailed and informative test report. T he whole width has increased by 3 cm from 7,8 cm to 11 cm, which offers a more stable incliner compared to the predecessor. The balance plates which enable you to to assure a perfect balance on the horizontal are larger and the slide has become longer.
Torsion springs level out the torque when the camera is tilted.
The camera is not able to just tip unexpected but will stay in any position you tip it to. Depending on the size of the telephoto lens, you can choose an individual torque setting. The dynamic weight equalizer will work apart from that independantly and absolutely without service. Now when opened, the security lever engages. Then, the moment you place the camera and lens onto the top, it automatically snaps shut.