Gitzo are running a new scrappage scheme from 20th February 2012 until 31st August 2012. All you have to do is trade in your old tripod, monopod or head ( or combination of these) and make a like for like Gitzo purchase and receive a scrappage allowance. Go to Gitzo Scrappage Scheme for full details or check your local Calumet store for information

Scaled for professional equipment, medium format and DSLRs with 200mm lens up to 400mm maximum, Series 3 Aluminum tripods combines high maximum load capacity with outstanding torsional rigidity. The new models are surprisingly lighter than previous versions and offer additional stability thanks to G-lock system. All this makes them popular alternatives to series 2 tripods. All new Series 3 Aluminum tripods now feature a third leg spread to go very low to the ground and take full advantage of the Ground Level Set. They are also provided with the new Power Disc for an safer head lock and are available in 3- and 4-section models at standard and eye level heights.

• ALR - We have introduced a new Anti Leg Rotation system, which means the tripod can be opened in less than 15 seconds. Simply loosen all the twist locks on each leg at the same time, then pull the leg down and tighten the locks individually.
• DOUBLE QUICK RELEASE SAFETY SYSTEM - The system consists of two pins, one fixed and one manually operated by means of a button, that prevent camera equipment from suddenly dropping out of the head when the quick release locking knob is released. Extremely useful with heavy equipment, long lenses and spotting scopes.
• SEPARATE FRICTION CONTROL - By fine tuning the freedom of movement of the head, friction control makes the head slower and more precise or faster and looser. This feature also helps to make using heavy equipment or long lenses safer. On ball and fluid head models without separate friction controls, slowly adjusting the lock knobs gives similar results.
• G-LOCKG-Lock is the new Gitzo leg locking system. The locking mechanism has been completely redesigned in order to achieve a 20% increase in rigidity, faster operation and stronger, safer locking. G-Lock’s special design also provides a “gravity lock” effect: the higher the load applied vertically to the leg, the stronger the lock.
• GROUND LEVEL SETThis new feature allows you to remove the center column to save weight and get the camera closer to the ground. Uses existing components: the upper disc with reversible 1/4 - 3/8 bolt and the column hook assembly: Remove column and fix the disk directly to the upper casting using the column hook. No tools needed.
• HOOKThis built-in accessory allows you to hang a stabilizingweight (e.g. a full camera bag or a sand/water bag) fromthe bottom of the tripod center column. Useful with longheavy lenses, on uneven ground or in windy conditions.
• LEG ENDSAll tripods and monopods in Series 1 and above are provided with removable rubber feet. This feature allows you to easily change worn out rubber feet or to fit other accessories, such as spiked feet or snow/sand shoes. (4 sections tripods in Series 1 are excluded because the final leg section is too narrow to fit these ends).
• LEVELING BUBBLEThe new leveling system made of three independent leveling bubbles on the quick release plate and one in the ball stem, always guarantee perfectly leveled images. The problem that affects many high quality heads in the market regarding drift angle is absolutely minimized with an outstanding value of 0,03°.
• RAPID COLUMNThe center column locking collar above the tripod shoulder makes it easier to adjust the column quickly. Series 1 and above are built with an anti-rotation grooved center column for improved stability.
• REVERSIBLE COLUMN The rapid column can easily be inverted for an alternative shooting angle or low level macro work.
• REVERSIBLE HANDLESHandles can removed and repositioned or rotated in different positions. This feature greatly increases a head’s versatility and is particularly appreciated by left handed users.

• 172cm

• 3

• 3.2kg

• 18kg