Hi John,
I've been a Cartoni user for over a decade and love them-- started out with the Focus 101 (which became the HD and later the Focus 10), and now also have a Focus 8. It's a great little tripod but obviously doesn't compare to its larger siblings in terms of features or operation. Depending on your camera configuration (weight), the 8 might be perfect but if you're running a heavier rig, the 10 or 12 will be best.
Here is the 8 sitting next to my Steadicam setup during a shoot this past week. For remote productions requiring lightweight gear, the F8 is great. If you can afford the 10, go for that. It'll be much more versatile as your rig grows.
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