Manfrotto 502HD Pro Video Head with 755CX3 MagFiber Video Tripod Legs with Rapid Center Column (Free MBAG90PN Travelling Bag)
The Manfrotto 755CX3 2-stage Tripod is intended for high-definition camcorders weighing up to 15.4 lbs (7kg). It features carbon fiber composite leg tubes and fast-action stage clamps. There is also a built-in 50mm half-ball leveling system that can be locked via a detachable rotating grip. This facilitates camera platform leveling without adjusting leg length. The rapid center column adds 10" to the maximum height of the cameras platform.
The system is covered by a 2-year warranty with an additional 3 years by registering online or by mail.
The Manfrotto 502HD Pro Video Head with Flat Base (3/8"-16 Connection) is an affordable yet remarkably full-featured professional head that represents an advance over the popular 501HDV, with sturdier construction and featuring Manfrotto's patented bridging technology (inherited from the 509HD and 504HD heads). This head is designed for executing cinematic moves with compact camcorders and DSLR video cameras. The 502HD comes in two versions -- the "AH" flat-base version, which this one is, and the "A" ball-base version, which is separately available.
Weight capacity is 12.2 lb and counterbalance supports 8.8 lb. It can support 13 lb as a static weight. The balance plate's 3.27" range allows you to correct for uneven payloads that might be due to matte boxes or exotic DSLR rig configurations.
The bridging technology ensures that the pan friction control is intuitive and easy to set, but also protected against knocks. There are of course independent locks for pan and tilt, and drag for both is selectable in a continuous range from zero to the max level. This allows you to operate the head in a confident, smooth manner using the included pan bar.
MVH502AH Pro Video Head
Load Capacity | 12.2 lb static (5.5 kg) Counterbalance supports 8.8 lb (4 kg) |
Head to Tripod Mounting Thread | 3/8"-16 thread |
Counter Balance System | Spring-loaded |
Counter Balance Range | One fixed spring for 8.8 lb (4 kg) camera weight |
Center of Gravity | Not specified by manufacturer |
Quick Release/Wedge Plate | 504PLONG plate with 1/4"-20 & 3/8"-16 screws |
Balance Plate | 504PLONG plate slides 3.27" (83.0 mm) |
Tilt Drag | Continuously adjustable from 0 to max level |
Tilt Range | -80° to +90° tilt range front to back |
Tilt Lock | Yes |
Spring Loaded Counter Balance | Yes |
Pan Drag | Continuously adjustable from 0 to max level |
Pan Range | 360° |
Pan Lock | Yes |
Pan Bar | 1 included 2 possible positions |
Leveling Bubble/Illuminated | Yes/not specified by manufacturer |
Material | Aluminum |
Color | Black |
Temperature Range | -4 to 104 °F (-20 to 40 °C) |
Height | 5.12 in (13.0 cm) |
Weight | 3.53 lb (1.6 kg) |
755CX3 Tripod Legs
Material | MagFiber |
Load Capacity | 15.4 lbs (7.0kg) |
Bowl Diameter/Thread | 3/8" male |
Minimum Height | 18.3" (46.5cm) |
Maximum Height | 54.7" (139cm) |
Maximum Height with Column | 64.6" (164cm) |
Leg Stages/Sections | 2/3 |
Leg Lock Type | Lever-lock |
Center Brace/Mid-Level Spreader | No |
Spiked/Retractable Feet | No |
Folded/Transport Length | 25" (64cm) |
Weight | 4.25 lbs (1.9kg) |
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