SLIK announces VARI CF-700 series carbon fiber tripods

GaryPageau ,
Slik VARI-CF700 Series Tripods

Kenko Tokina USA, Inc., distributor of SLIK tripods, announces VARI series carbon fiber tripod professional kits for hybrid still and video photographers. The new VARI series carbon fiber tripods introduce the tool-free rapid column exchange system to quickly convert from a traditional center column set-up to a flat plate for low angle work and a lighter package, to a video bowl mount for quick horizon adjustments. In a matter of seconds, the tripod converts to one of three specific needs by using the simple to operate, tool-free release mechanism. This makes it the perfect tripod for those that want one tripod to cover every situation.

Slik VARI-CF700 Series Tripod center column options

The new carbon fiber series offers two models: the CF-703 with 3 leg sections and a folded height of 22.6 inches and the CF-704 with 4 leg sections and a folded height of 18.7 inches when using the flat plate.

The Professional Kit includes:

  • VARI CF-704 or CF-703 carbon fiber legs
  • Carbon Fiber Center Column
  • Flat Base Plate
  • Video Bowl Mount
  • Three standard diamond-shaped rubber feet for everyday shooting
  • Three spiked Feet for soft natural surfaces and ice
  • Three 50mm Flat Rubber Feet for hard flat surfaces
  • Stainless steel hook to increase stability
  • Carrying case

The newly designed 25mm diamond-pattern carbon fiber tubes and precision milled aluminum body provides a lightweight system with maximum strength and durability. Weighing in as little as 2.4 lbs while supporting 17.6 lbs.

Additional features include a bubble level on the body for quick level set up, an accessory port for extension arms that hold monitors, tablets, or other photographic accessories, and a new leg angle lock mechanism for fast adjustment to 3 stable leg angle positions.

VARI CF-703 – Center Column
Base Plate    Center Colum
Max. Height    64.3 in
Min. Height    13.2 in
Folded Length    23.6 in
Leg Sections    3 sections
Max. Load    17.6 lbs
Weight        2.7 lbs
Retail Price    $499.95

VARI CF-703 – Flat Base
Base Plate    Flat Base
Max. Height    52.6 in
Min. Height    6.7 in
Folded Length    22.6 in
Leg Sections    3 sections
Max. Load    17.6 lbs
Weight        2.4 lbs
Retail Price    $499.95

VARI CF-703 – Ball Mount
Base Plate    Ball Mount
Max. Height    52.8 in
Min. Height    6.9 in
Folded Length    22.8 in
Leg Sections    3 sections
Max. Load    17.6 lbs
Weight        2.7 lbs
Retail Price    $499.95

VARI CF-704 0 Center Column
Base Plate    Center Column
Max. Height    64.6 in
Min. Height    13.1 in
Folded Length    19.6 in
Leg Sections    4 sections
Max. Load    17.6 lbs
Weight        2.8 lbs
Retail Price    $529.95

VARI CF-704 – Flat Base
Base Plate    Flat Base
Max. Height    52.7 in
Min. Height    5.7 in
Folded Length    18.7 in
Leg Sections    4 sections
Max. Load    17.6 lbs
Weight        2.5 lbs
Retail Price    $529.95

VARI CF-704 – Ball Mount
Base Plate    Ball Mount
Max. Height    52.9 in
Min. Height    5.9 in
Folded Length    18.9 in
Leg Sections    4 sections
Max. Load    17.6 lbs
Weight        2.8 lbs
Retail Price    $529.95

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Gary Pageau is principal of InfoCircle LLC, continuing his marketing communications career. InfoCircle LLC is a marketing and communications consulting firm, specializing in business-to-business markets. For nearly 25 years, he was with PMA International, serving most recently as Publisher, Content Development and Strategic Initiatives. His primary responsibilities included overseeing the Association’s editorial department, marketing research unit, education and corporate relations department.