Velbon has been at the forefront of the tripod industry for more than 65 years, continuously creating innovative and versatile products.
In fact Velbon was the first tripod manufacturer to use magnesium alloy. In order to solve weight and stability issues, Velbon introduced magnesium alloy. The QRA-635L magnesium quick release adapter is currently one of the most popular Velbon products in the Japanese market.
Since our establishment of 1955, we are creating trends in the tripod industry through innovation and advanced technologies. For example, in 1999, World first, Patented Splitable-Racked-Column.
Velbon adopts carbon tubes that are manufactured in France using the latest technology to product the high precise diameter and shape, making our tripods extremely sturdy.
The technology used to construct tube is specified as "Pultrusion".
Our worldwide sales network extends to more than 60 countries(as end of 2018). Founded on 11 March 1955, Velbon celebrate their 60th anniversary in 2018. For 63 years Velbon has been at the forefront of tripod design and technology. Velbon, the Tripod Innovator.
