Teris TS120CF-Q Fluid Head & Tripod Kit, Carbon Fiber

Product Overview

The Teris TS120CF-Q Fluid Head and Tripod Kit is a carbon fiber tripod system combining the TS120 fluid head with carbon fiber legs and a sliding quick release plate, delivering a 15 kg-rated camera support solution in a lightweight 7.08 kg package for ENG field production, documentary work, and broadcast studio use. The carbon fiber leg construction gives the TS120CF-Q a weight advantage over aluminum equivalents, which matters for camera operators who carry their support system between locations throughout a shooting day. The 100mm bowl head fitting is the standard broadcast interface, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of professional heads and accessories beyond the included TS120 head. As a complete kit with quick release, the TS120CF-Q is designed for operators who value fast camera deployment and system portability alongside solid 15 kg payload performance.

Product Description

The Teris TS120CF-Q pairs the TS120 fluid head's smooth drag system with the weight savings of carbon fiber tripod legs, producing a tripod system that is easier to carry and deploy in the field than equivalent aluminum setups. The TS120 fluid head delivers fluid drag-controlled pan and tilt movement with a counterbalance system rated for rigs up to 15 kg, covering standard ENG cameras, mirrorless cinema cameras with accessories, and smaller broadcast configurations. The sliding quick release plate is a key field production feature: camera mounting and removal is faster than with screw-lock systems, which is important in run-and-gun ENG work or documentary shooting where camera position changes are frequent. Carbon fiber leg construction at a total system weight of 7.08 kg makes the TS120CF-Q one of the more portable options in this payload class, reducing fatigue during multi-location shoots. The 100mm bowl base ensures the system integrates with the standard broadcast tripod ecosystem, and the head can be swapped for other 100mm bowl-compatible heads if needed. Pan and tilt locks secure the camera at the desired position between shots. The TS120CF-Q is a strong choice for one- and two-person ENG crews, documentary operators, and broadcast technicians who need a capable carbon fiber tripod system without moving into the higher price and weight brackets of 20 kg-class systems.

Key Features

• 15 kg Payload Capacity — Supports standard ENG cameras, mirrorless cinema setups with accessories, and broadcast configurations within the 15 kg class.
• Carbon Fiber Legs — Reduces total system weight to 7.08 kg, providing a meaningful portability advantage over aluminum-leg equivalents in the same payload class.
• Sliding Quick Release Plate — Speeds up camera mounting and removal for ENG and documentary operators who change positions frequently.
• 100mm Bowl Fitting — Standard broadcast interface compatible with Teris and third-party 100mm bowl heads and accessories.
• Fluid Drag System — Smooth, adjustable pan and tilt resistance for broadcast-quality camera movement in field and studio contexts.
• Counterbalance System — Keeps the camera rig neutrally balanced at any tilt position throughout the shooting day.
• Complete Kit — Head and carbon fiber tripod included, providing a ready-to-deploy system with no additional component sourcing required.

Typical Applications

• ENG and field production
• Documentary production
• Broadcast studio production
• Film and cinema production
• Live event production
• House of worship

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is included in the TS120CF-Q kit?
A: The kit includes the TS120 fluid head and matching carbon fiber tripod legs with sliding quick release plate. Contact Creation Networks to confirm current packaging details.

Q: What is the maximum payload for the TS120CF-Q?
A: The system supports camera rigs up to 15 kg (33 lb), covering most ENG camera configurations and smaller cinema camera builds with accessories.

Q: How does the TS120CF-Q compare to the TS150AL kit?
A: The TS120CF-Q has carbon fiber legs and weighs 7.08 kg with a 15 kg payload rating. The TS150AL uses aluminum legs, weighs 7.87 kg, and is rated for 20 kg. Choose the TS120CF-Q for lighter system weight; choose the TS150AL for higher payload capacity.

Q: Is this kit appropriate for run-and-gun ENG work?
A: Yes. The sliding quick release plate and carbon fiber leg construction make the TS120CF-Q well suited to ENG operators who need fast camera deployment and a portable system.

Q: Can I use the tripod legs from this kit with a different fluid head?
A: Yes. The tripod legs use a standard 100mm bowl, so any compatible 100mm bowl head can be mounted on the legs.

Q: What is the difference between the TS120CF-Q and the older TS120CF kit?
A: The TS120CF-Q is the updated version featuring the sliding quick release plate. The standard TS120CF uses a different quick release mechanism. Both share the same payload rating and carbon fiber construction.

Q: Is the TS120CF-Q suitable for a DSLR or mirrorless cinema camera with a cage and accessories?
A: Yes, provided the total rig weight stays within 15 kg. The TS120CF-Q handles mirrorless and DSLR-class cinema cameras with follow focus, matte box, and monitor accessories comfortably within that limit.