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Manfrotto Video Camera Tripod Heads
If you’ve been waiting for the right video camera tripod head you don’t have to wait any longer.Manfrotto has introduced the 504HD head a new Bridging Technology allowing a wider top plate and a longer sliding plate that adds stability and balance for a state-of-art professional features. This video camera tripod head introduces a revolutionary new design that improves performance. With a new bridge design the video camera tripod head has improved rigidity, fast pan control, simple to fine-tune and is protected from knocks. The structural components are made from aluminium with a lever and dial designs combined with the new friction index to give you complete control over the 504HD. The FDS on both the PAN and TILT axes also ensures that the head works perfectly at all temperatures, with all types of equipment and under all loads.
This video camera tripod head can be used by a huge range of camera equipment wtih a capacity of up to 7.5kg (16.5lb). The counterbalance system has 4 presets for a full range of camera weights (0, 2.5kg-5.5lb, 5kg-11lb and 7.5kg-16.5lb).The back-lit bubble level allows easy levelling and the two 3/8" threads on the top plate allow accessories (such as monitors and arms) to be directly and securely attached to the head, which helps cut down set-up time, keeps your camera hot shoe free and, saves you from using another clamp.The head has a longer platform for your camera accessories, high rigidity structure delivers maximum response and strength, ergonomic controls for easy use in all conditions, easy-link connections for accessories, 4-step counterbalance system ensures a quick set-up with optimal balance,ball Bearing drag system for precise, smooth movements and light weight modern materials for optimum balance of strength and weight.The 504HD is suitable for Manfrotto PRO series video camera tripods with mid-level or ground spreaders and for carbon fiber tripods Price 399.95
HD Production operators will like the Manfrotto 519 Pro Video Fluid Head has everything needed for ENG and small 16 mm or HD productions- 75 mm ball levelling, continuously variable counterbalance, and silky-smooth variable fluid drag. The mechanical advantage of the telescoping pan bar and every other control is on the left side for two-handed efficiency This video camera tripod head includes two interchangeable counterweight springs, plus dial-in adjustment for perfect balance and all controls are left-handed except for the pan bar for two-handed efficiency.This is the best Head for taking the pictures of Birds and Animals when you use super long telephoto lens such as 600mm f/4. The video camera will float smoothly, with the 519 pro video camera tripod head. Price $899.90
Documentary and industrial videographers will appreciate the Manfrotto 516 Pro video fluid head designed for cameras up to 22 Ibs. This video camera tripod head is equipped with fluid cartridges, which provides continuous adjustable drag control. With a wide range of friction control down to "zero drag" and operates on both pan and tilt axis and includes separate pan and tilt locking mechanism, a fixed counter balance spring of 16.5 lb load capacity at a center of gravity of 5-inches and a built-in bubble level. This video camera tripod head has benefits of continuous adjustable pan and tilt friction knob (from 0 to max level), separate pan and tilt locks, sliding quick-release plate, built-in leveling bubble and Maximum payload of: 22.0 lb. The 516 offer excellent stability and range of motion, camera shake and jitter are eliminated (especially important for HD work). I highly recommend this product! Price $609.90
The video camera tripod head designed principally to support the latest digital video equipment, including Mini DV and prosumer/professional grade HDV camcorders is the small and lightweight, the Manfrotto 701HDV Pro Fluid Video Mini Head. Features of locks and knobs that allow for a more solid grip and better control, the head offers updated fluidity from improved internal fluid cartridges and offers a double pan-bar roset and a bigger sliding plate for better center of gravity adjustments. This outstanding Manfrotto video head will carry loads of 9.5Ibs Price $157.90
The video camera tripod Manfrotto 503HDV Professional Fluid Video Head with 501PL Plate has a new easy-to-use, functional design; large ergonomic locks and knobs allowing for a more solid grip and better control. The easy to use tilt lock and friction controls are located on the left side of the head. Improvements with the adjustable counterbalance capacity: a switch controlling the different counterbalance settings, so that the video head can accommodate various payloads for different filming needs. You’re in for a pleasant surprise with benefits of , continuous variable fluid drag, multi-spring three step counterbalance, sliding balance plate with 58 mm of travel, replaceable dual pan arm rosettes and illuminated bubble level. Now is the best time to upgrade your Manfrotto pro head for your video camera tripod. Price $359.99
Experience the Manfrotto 501HDV Pro Video Head, a powerful new top professional video camera tripod head. Equipped with a fixed counterbalance spring that will hold camera and accessories of 2.5kg that ensures both smooth tilt movements. The 501HDV Pro Video head features, pan lock, pan friction control, spirit level, spring loaded counter balance (on/off), tilt friction knob, tilit lock, siding plate safety release button, and sliding quick release plate. The counterbalance spring will provide greater equipment safety even when tilt locks are inadvertently left off. Why wait another day equipped your video camera tripod with this excellent Video head. Price $189.90
Video Camera Tripod Heads Sachtler Vinten Miller
Cross the threshold and look at the Sachtler FSB-6 is a fluid head designed to work with the handheld size of DV, DVCAM, HVX and HDV video cameras. To get extremely fine and fast balancing, Sachtler's Snap & Go sideload mechanism the only in its class which boasts an exceptionally large sliding range of 120mm (4.7") and 10-step counterbalance. Frictionless leak proof fluid damping with five level of drag, for perfect pictures while panning, without jerks and vibrations. Identical across both horizontal and vertical planes, and allows complete disengagement of drag for fast panning. This video camera Tripod head sliding camera mount and plate with a 4.7" (120mm) sliding range quickly
provides perfect balance across the horizontal (tilt) plane. The FSB-6 features the SOOM modular construction system. This video camera tripod head is very robust construction and is a pleasure to operate. The FSB-6 is very light great for outdoor shooting. The feel is silky smooth like all the Sachtler fluid heads. Expensive, but worth every penny. Might be better to go with a head that has a greater range of adjustments if your plan is to shoot some types of sporting events. Also, Sachtler video camera tripod head will add one year to the warranty if you register on the website - pretty reasonable deal. Price $1,214.00
We’ve got the solution for you, Vinten V4043-0001 Vision 3AS is a modern fluid head for hand held size video cameras up to 11 lbs. For a professional feel Vinten offers 75mm ball base fluid head offers an illuminated level, a sideload system for attachment and calibrated drag control for a professional Vinten feel. The benefits in owning this video camera tripod head, the Vision 3AS offers a modern black color for those who want to change from Vinten's traditional white equipment, perfect balance can be achieved with the 3AS because of an infinitely adjustable system, the blue illuminated bubble level is aesthetically pleasing and easy to see in many lighting situations and drag controls are numerically calibrated and feature the smooth, professional feel Vinten users have come to expect. Vinten has 5 models with head for capacity from 11 Ibs to 32 Ibs It’s a winning decision when you have a Vinten video camera tripod fluid head. V4043-0001 Vision 3AS Fluid Head (Black)
75mm Bowl Blue Illuminated Bubble Level Side Load Attachment Multi-Turn Drag Adjustment 11 lbs Capacity Price $949.99
The Miller DS-10 fluid head delivers the level of quality only found in more expensive (high-priced) heads, for today's compact digital camcorder shooters. Features a multi-step fluid drag system, an integrated counterbalance system combined with a sliding balance plate and a quick release and automatic locking system.
Multi-Step Pan & Tilt Fluid Drag System
The DS-10 fluid head incorporates Miller's multi-step Fluid Drag system ensuring smooth, consistent fluid drag control across all temperature ranges and through a wide range of light and heavy settings.
Preset Counterbalancing
The DS-10 uses a special designed counterbalanced system, to neutralize the effect of payloads and their centers of gravity.
Quick Release Camera Platform
This device is fitted with a precision, quick release camera platform that incorporates a sliding balance plate for fine tune payload balancing.
Safe at any temperature
Pressure or temperature does not influence the damping system, it has an operating range from -40°F to +149°F, and works without friction. Price $1,029.95
The DS-20 fluid head delivers the level of quality that is needed for professional ENG and corporate production. Features a dynamic fluid drag system providing consistent control across all temperature ranges and through a wide range of settings. It also offers an integrated counterbalance system combined with a sliding balance plate for a wide tilt angle, as well as a quick release and automatic locking system, for quick setup and disengagement of your camera.
Multi-Step Pan & Tilt Fluid Drag System
The DS-20 fluid head incorporates Miller's Dynamic Fluid Drag system ensuring smooth, consistent fluid drag control across all temperature ranges and through a wide range of light and heavy settings. By being independent of payload weight, the dynamic system ensures smooth "starts" and dead "stops" for precise framing without any backlash. The system is fully sealed within sub-assemblies for a leakproof, low maintenance life.
Preset Counterbalancing
The DS-20 uses a special designed counterbalanced system, to neutralize the effect of payloads and their centers of gravity. The built-in preset counterbalance system combined with a 60mm sliding camera platform optimizes tilt control in the intended capacity range. Allowing a +90/-70° angle tilt without worrying that the camera will topple.
Quick Release Camera Platform
Fitted with a precision, quick release camera platform that incorporates a sliding balance plate for fine tune payload balancing. The self-engaging action of the camera plate ensures rapid camera attachment in the field, while the built-in safety lock guarantees camera safety during setup and pull-down.
Safe at any temperature
Pressure or temperature does not influence the damping system, it has an operating range from -40°F to +149°F, and works without friction. Shoot wherever you want, from torrid heat to cold climates.
• Built-in bubble for horizontal leveling
• Load capacity of 20 lb Price $1,248.95
Ballhead Tripod Heads
The Acratech Ultimate Ballhead is the most efficient design ever created for combining low mass with incredible stopping power. Available with or without an installed Arca-type quick release clamp, it is an ideal head for those that do not require the progressive tension control of the heavier (and more expensive) Arca-Swiss B1. It can be combined with a Wimberley Sidekick to give exceptional gimbal-type control of all but the largest of 35mm & medium format supertelephoto lenses.
The innovative design of the Acratech gives the photographer full access to 25% of a sphere at any time, and it is entirely capable of providing support in any direction so long as your tripod legs are not overwhelmed. It may seem odd that such a small device would work well on a large tripod such as a 1500 series Gitzo, but in fact it does just that.
Price $299.95
The Acratech GP Ballhead is not only a first-class ballhead, it can also function as a gimbal head for shooting with telephoto lenses, and even be used upside down as a leveling base for stitched panoramic images. The GP Ballhead makes it possible for you to pan parallel to the horizon, even on very rough terrain, so there's no need for a separate leveling base for accurate panoramic images. All of this, and it only weighs 1 lb. It also includes a quick release clamp with bullseye level, double-speed knob and detent pin (which prevents the plate and anything attached to it from sliding out of the quick-release clamp when it's partially loosened).
Price $399.95
The Acratech GV2 Ballhead/Gimbal Head is a sturdy, heavy duty, yet compact ballhead that is similar in design to most conventional ballheads (unlike the unique Ultimate head). However, the GV2 model has been improved so that it can be locked down when the head is in the 90° orientation, which effectively turns this ballhead into a gimbal-style head. This will now allow the camera to pivot around its center-point, gimbal style.
The GV2 features a low profile design, and sports all-rubber knurled knobs that are more comfortable to use, especially in extreme weather
The built-in industry-standard Arca-Swiss style quick release clamp makes it compatible with the many different plates available from Arca-Swiss, Kirk, Wimberly, Really Right Stuff, Foba, Novoflex, etc. The clamp also feature a spring-loaded detent pin that projects into the pockets or windows that are cut into the bottom of most manufactures (Acratech, Kirk, Really Right Stuff, etc.) quick release plates. This detent pin will prevent the plate from accidentally sliding out in the event that the knob is partially loosened.
In addition, this model uses a "leveling" q.r. clamp, which features a large 15mm bulls-eye bubble level that extends out of the side of the clamp.
