Manfrotto Introduces the New and Improved NeoTec Monopod
Manfrotto, the world’s leading manufacturer of photographic support products, is introducing the new and improved 685B NeoTec Deluxe Monopod with four new features including a safety lever, foot pedal, leg warmer and suction cup foot. From the NeoTec line of Pro Photo Supports, the 685B is built around an innovative self-regulating mechanism inside the leg that delivers unmatched speed, stability and ease-of-use.
Bassano del Grappa, Italia (PRWEB) August 23, 2005 -– Manfrotto, the world’s
leading manufacturer of photographic support products, is introducing the new
and improved 685B NeoTec Deluxe Monopod with four new features including a
safety lever, foot pedal, leg warmer and suction cup foot. From the NeoTec line
of Pro Photo Supports, the 685B is built around an innovative self-regulating
mechanism inside the leg that delivers unmatched speed, stability and
ease-of-use.
This revolutionary new mechanism allows the user to quickly
and easily extend each leg to the desired height by simply pulling downwards.
There are no locks, knobs or levers of any kind to contend with. Once the leg is
extended into position, NeoTec’s patented internal mechanism automatically locks
it there by pushing outwards on the tubing, exerting more locking power and
further stabilizing the tripod as additional weight is added.
The 685B
system features a new safety lever that prevents accidental deployment of the
locking release mechanism. To close the monopod, the safety lever must be
activated, which then allows the grip action handle to be depressed. The lever
is simple to operate while still maintaining the one-handed closing operation.
The updated monopod also features a lightweight rubber foot pedal to
make opening or closing the 685B simple, and a protective leg warmer on the
bottom leg section to provide protection against the elements and a comfortable
grip. Also, the 685B includes a suction cup foot for extra ground support and
increased grip.
All these features add up to Manfrotto’s most advanced
monopod, while maintaining the extremely powerful NeoTec locking system to
withhold a wide range of camera systems, making it the ideal tool for everyone
from the extreme sports photographer to the advanced amateur.
Featuring
the same opening and closing mechanism of the other tripods in the NeoTec line,
the 685B monopod is designed for support with unprecedented speed. The 685B can
fully extend to 166 cm / 65 inches and collapse to 71 cm / 28 inches. It has the
capability of supporting payloads up to 8 kg / 18 pounds and features the same
“upside down” leg construction, further ensuring its durability and reliability
in all environments.
Manfrotto products are distributed exclusively by
Bogen Imaging in the United States. For information, contact Bogen Imaging at
e-mail protected from spam bots or 565 East Crescent Avenue, Ramsey, NJ
07446-0506.
About Manfrotto
Gruppo Manfrotto are world leaders in the
manufacture of professional camera and lighting supports for photography, video,
broadcast and entertainment. For 35 years, Manfrotto has been building the
world’s widest range of tripods, heads and dedicated accessories to support
professional and semi-professional still cameras, from the traditional small,
medium and large format to the latest digital camera. Every product in the
Manfrotto range is designed to provide a perfect combination of important
features such as: load capacity, size, stability, transportability,
interchangeability and construction quality – guaranteeing unique inimitable
reliability and longevity.
About Bogen Imaging:
Since 1959, Bogen
Imaging (formerly Bogen Photo) has been a leading source for photographic,
cinematic and video lighting, supports, and accessories. Many of the most
respected manufacturers of precision products for the photographic, video, Cine
and lighting are distributed in the U.S. exclusively by Bogen. These include
Manfrotto and Gitzo tripods and heads, Kata protective carrying systems and
accessories, Avenger lighting grip, I.F.F. ceiling mounted lighting suspension,
Metz on-camera flash systems, Gossen light meters, Elinchrom studio lighting
systems and a wide host of additional product lines which round out the most
complete range of exceptional accessories in the business.
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