Bogen - Manfrotto 714SHB Compact Black Digi-Tripod with Integral Tension Ball Head

The 714SHB goes even a step further than the 714B! An ultra-compact tripod that can be carried in your briefcase, backpack or camera bag, traveling with you where other tripods would be left at home.

Designed for the new compact digital and conventional point and shoot cameras, the 714SHB features a shorter center column and folded length of just under 14". Manfrotto engineers were careful not to compromise stability for size and weight reduction. This was achieved with two engineering breakthroughs. First, the leg pivot was re-designed with a unique single hinge allowing the leg to fold shorter than conventional designs. Secondly, an integral ballhead is recessed into the main shoulder casting for transport.

But that's not all! This compact ballhead allows a preset but adjustable tension to be set so that all you have to do is point the camera and shoot. No more locking off handles before you take that shot! This adjustment is done with a handle found on the bottom of the column, set it for your camera and forget it, then just aim and shoot. If you want to lock it down, just turn the handle further and it will lock off the head.

The 714SHB also features quick-action leg locks for fast set-up and breakdown, and an innovative three faceted center column design prevents any column rotation. A carry bag that sports twin shoulder straps for backpack-style carrying is also included.
Specifications
Head Type Integral ballhead
Max Height w/extended column 47.7 inches
Max Height w/closed column 38.3 inches
Minimum Height 12.7 inches
Closed Length 13.7 inches
Leg Sections 4
Max Load Capacity 5.5 lbs
Weight 2.2 lbs
Notes Material Black Anodized Aluminum
Still Photography: Yes
Column Type: Rapid