CHF127.–
Manfrotto 500ah
Video head
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24 reviews
Much for the money
A rock-solid and stately head. The more it is tilted forwards and backwards towards the vertical, the stronger the effect of the return springs, which makes sense with heavy cameras and lenses. However, the head is also very usable with a light camcorder and allows smooth, jerk-free movements. The scope of delivery corresponds to the picture, so it is complete, including swivel arm and plate.
Pro
- Price-performance ratio
- Stability
- Fine movements
- Attachment possibilities
Contra
- Weight (for certain uses)
Very good head video
Pro
- Settings
- Fluidity
Very good quality for little money
I use it for filming and photography. The camera and the film camera each weigh around 2-3 kg (depending on the lens). The head is very suitable for this weight class. I was recently able to test it at the Mountain Bike World Cup in Crans-Montana. I am very satisfied with the result.
Pro
- Processing
- Price
- Smooth gliding
- Can be extended with accessories (second handle, audio device, lighting)
- Size
Good tripod head
Pro
- Easy to assemble
- Reasonable price
Contra
- Weight
- No Arca-suisse compatibility
Stable fluid tripod head
Pro
- Very gentle movements possible
- Large tripod plate
- easy handling
Contra
- not Arca-Swiss compatible
super multi-purpose head (photo video and telescope)
solid and stable and is to be used with a telescope among others
does its job properly!Works well on spotting scopes
Pro
- stability
- ease of use
Contra
- weight
A good alternative to a pendulum ball joint. Top
Perfect head for photography and video
Pro
- Weight and price
I have found the optimal video head.
Pro
- Handles well when shooting, you can shoot in all directions without jerking.
- It is also suitable for light video cameras
Top
Super head for spotting scopes!
Pro
- Fluid
- Maniable
- Length of plate
Useful accessory.
a marvel, for the price this is the top.
Pro
- I can put it on several support
- fluid movement in all directions
- good fixation of the camera
- very stable for the animal photos
- easy to use
- no worries for the maintenance
- you can use it without the handle
Contra
- A little heavy
- the handle a little too long
- the level bubble is not well placed
Good for panoramas
Bought this for panoramas and stitches. Solid construction, thoughtful little things like being able to secure the head so it doesn't come loose (when hiking). Intuitive to use. Naturally not light and quite bulky. You just have to like making panos :-)
not for hands only with only thumbs on!
somewhat awkward when mounting on the tripod
Excellent Fluid Head
Pro
- Quality
- Price/Performance
I would buy it again
It does well what you expect from it
Whoever needs/wants to save money is well served.
Horizontal panning not finely adjustable.
Pro
- Price.
Contra
- Processing.
Super product
This is a super thing. Fits on the Manfrotto Beefree tripod. I have a 600 tele with converter. Tele can be super balanced and allows for sharp shots. I photographed the supermoon with this, great!
great light tool for film work
Very good head, fluid (cannot be set) but feels ok for my BMCC camera. Very well made, good enough for serious jobs, in a smaller lighter situation. You feel pro without spending too much money
Pro
- build quality, strong
- heavy enough for taking a bigger camera like the BMCC
- fluidity of axes
- The lock mechanism (by the top, not sliding) is great
Contra
- the little vertical rotation knob goes away if you're not careful, Manfrotto needs to fix that
Empfehlenswert
Smooth. Not too many nobs, turns and clicks. Simple with purpose! Very well paired with a Manfrotto Professional Tripod.
Butter-smooth movements. easy to balance.
Unfortunately, the description does not state that an adapter 1/4" to 3/8" is included. So I unnecessarily purchased the 5-piece set of adapters in addition.
Pro
- Handle can be attached on the left or right
- Libelle
- Very soft movements
Super
Butter-smooth movements and locking the two axes makes this video tripod head a filmmakers dream.
Pro
- Butter-smooth (no margerine)
- Top workmanship
