Slik's PRO 500HD Tripod with 3-Way Panhead w/Quick Shoe is constructed from an aluminum, magnesium, and titanium alloy that provides sturdy support for up to 11 lb (5 kg), at a maximum height of 65" (1.65 m) and a minimum of 25.7" (65.2 cm). A sliding center column, lever leg locks and all-weather rubber grips make the Pro 500HD versatile and easy to use. With the center column reversed, a working height of 13.9" (35.31cm) is possible. The included three-way pan head has two pan and tilt handles, and is very easy to operate. A convenient four-way quick shoe can be mounted in any direction. Super Alloy A.M.T: Slik A.M.T. (Aluminum-Magnesium-Titanium) alloy offers an exceptional strength-to weight ratio more than 40% greater than other similar Slik tripods. Grooved Tubular Legs: The groove, in the already dynamically strong circular tubing, prevents the leg from spinning around and allows simple, secure locking. It also lets you to extend the leg from any section, regardless of the order. Lever Locks: The PRO 500HD features simple-to-use lever locks for quick set-up. Reversible Center Column: The center column height is easily adjusted; just loosen the locking collar and pull up. Camera height and direction can be adjusted in one motion. The gearless and detachable center column can be inverted for extremely low angle positioning. Three-Position Leg Angles: The legs on the PRO 500HD can me set to three different leg angles for stable positioning on inclined or uneven ground Three-Way, Two-Handle Panhead: The easy to operate panhead makes camera positioning easy. It features two separate locking handles for simple panning and tilting.