A photographic tripod normally has an extendable center column for extra height from a more compact closed length and single telescopic leg tubes (as opposed to the double parallel tubes of a video tripod). Our range of photographic tripods is split between RAPID COLUMN models like the classic, versatile 055 and 190 series (a.k.a. 3001, 3205, 3011, 3021, 3221 in the U.S.A.) in aluminum or carbon fiber + magnesium; the DIGI family of tripods for "point-and-shoot" cameras; the innovative NEOTEC leverless tripod; and a number of heavy-duty, professional studio GEARED COLUMN tripods including the 058 (3251) TriAut, the 475 and the 161mk2, with a load capacity of 20kg (44lbs).

Traditionally, video tripods have double leg tubes which, though thin, give the tripod more structural resistance to twisting and torsion - vital when using heavy videocameras with pan and tilt heads: without this extra reinforcement, every pan movement risks bringing unwanted juddering and shake into your film. We offer a range of double-tube tripods for video equipment up to full ENG, but for the new generation of ever-shrinking MiniDV and MicroDV cameras which are light enough not to require an over-performing tripod we have developed the MDeVe family of hybrid photo/video tripods, which have the lighter, more compact single leg tube structure of the photo tripod combined with the levelling half-ball of the video support, allowing perfectly horizontal pans.

Tower stands (also known as Studio- or Column Stands) offer studio photographers rock solid support for photo equipment of all formats up to the largest view or field cameras. The basic design is that of a tall (up to 280cm) column mounted on a very sturdy, solid T base (allowing it to get close up to still life tables and sets), with a horizontal cross arm adjustable in height and reach. The camera head(s) and camera(s) itself are fixed to the cross arm; by putting them off-centre in this manner, it's easier to get in behind the camera to check framing and composition, and there's less chance than with a tripod of knocking it off-position when moving around the studio or set.