Fluid, Smooth, Balanced: Capture the moment precisely

Redesigned with features from the revolutionary Sachtler aktiv fluid head range, FSB delivers precision movement with finely calibrated levels of drag and counterbalance for the perfect shot. The streamlined profile is built to withstand the toughest conditions to deliver repeatable, reliable camera support shot after shot.

Product Highlights

  • Smooth operation.
    Create precision pans with smooth starts and soft stops.
  • Finely balanced.
    Delivering smooth pan-tilt fluid actions to match any camera payload from 0kg.
  • Always on the level.
    Innovative illuminated PrismBubble visible from any height – day or night.
  • Built for endurance.
    Engineered to the highest standards with tough materials and precision components, FSB is built for endurance.

Technical Specifications

Range FSB FSB
Payload 0 kg to 12 kg 0 lb to 26.5 lb
Counterbalance 15 + 0 steps 15 + 0 steps
Drag 7 + 0 drag settings 7 + 0 drag settings
Weight 2.6 kg 5.7 lb
Pan Bar Length 43 cm 16.9 in
Pan Bar Type Pan bar DV 75 Pan bar DV 75
Pan Bar Attachment 16/-/28 mm 16/-/28 mm
Pan Bar Count 1 1
Level Bubble Yes, illuminated Yes, illuminated
Battery Type CR2032 CR2032
Bowl Size 75 mm 75 mm
Camera Plate Sideload plate S Sideload plate S
Temperature Range -40 °C to 60 °C -40 °F to 140 °F
Tilt Range +90° to -70° +90° to -70°
Sliding Range 12 cm 4.7 in

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In The Box

FSB 8 Mk II fluid head with one pan bar and side load plate S

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