The SmallRig Lightweight Fluid Video Head for Smooth Filmingis a compact head designed for camera rigs weighing up to 11 lb, making it suitable for still photographers and video makers who want to shoot in remote locations or remain as inconspicuous as possible when shooting. It features an indexed pan axis useful for creating panoramic stills or repeatable video camera pans. The head is Arca-swiss QR system compatible and comes with a quick release plate, allowing it to be used directly with optional Arca-Swiss cages and L-brackets.

You can adjust the camera balance back and forth by sliding the quick release plate in the camera platform and by turning the side knob to adjust the camera platform, which is useful when using large lenses or mounting the camera horizontally. The head comes with a removable telescopic handle that supports a 360° swivel, plus one 1/4"-20 threaded hole to fit a magic arm for such devices as a monitor, a microphone, an image transmitter, or a camera. A built-in Allen wrench is included for removing or installing the quick release plate.

Arca-Swiss Compatible Quick Release    Forward and Back Plate Adjustment    Forward and Back Platform Adjustment    Pan Handle, 360° Panning    Detachable Telescoping Handle    1/4"-20 Threaded Accessory Mounting Hole

The pan and tilt axes have independent locks and fixed drag.

The head features a 3/8"-16 tripod mounting hole, a 1/4"-20 accessory mounting hole, and two removable 1/4"-20 captive screws in the quick release plate.

A removable telescoping pan handle mounts on the side of the head and can be positioned as needed.

A standard Arca-type quick release plate is provided for fast mounting and unmounting.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is this compatible in any way with the Peak Designs Travel Tripod?

A: The Peak Design Travel Tripod is compatible with flat video heads.

Q: 2. does this head accept a standard manfrotto plate or I am stuck with needing an arca swiss plate?

A: Arca Swiss is a very popular plate style. However, It would not be compatible with Manfrotto 501PL style plates. You could add a quick release adapter that is Manfrotto compatible like the following model. https://bhpho.to/35uO7xN Just attach it to the plate that comes with the SmallRig Lightweight Fluid Video Head.

Q: 3. Will this work well for use with a Vortex Viper spotting scope?

A: Yes, The Vortex scope directly mounts to Arca-Swiss tripod heads without the use of additional plates. The SmallRig Lightweight Fluid Video Head has an Arca swiss plate style that should work well with the Vortex scope mount.

Q: 4. With the half-ball removed, can the head be attached to the Sirui R2204 Carbon Fiber Tripod?

A: Yes, the SmallRig PH8 Professional Fluid Head is compatible with the Sirui R2204 Carbon Fiber Tripod.

Q: 5. Does it really hold 11 #? I believe a d850 + tamron 150-600 weigh about 6.4 #, it should work?

A: Yes, the SmallRig Lightweight Fluid Video Head supports a payload up to 11 lb. It can support the Nikon D850 DSLR Camera and the Tamron SP 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 for Nikon F.

Q: 6. Can I mount a 70-200mm f2.8 gm with a a7iii on it

A: Yes, the SmallRig CT210 Video Tripod with Fluid Head and Reversible Center Column can support the Sony a7 III Mirrorless Camera (BH #SOA73) with a Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS Lens (BH #SO7020028GM) mounted to it. For balance sake, you may want to mount the lens to the tripod instead of the camera.

Q: 7. What is the width of the column where it attaches to the head? Is it wide enough to attach a different flat based tripod head like a manfrotto mvh500?

A: We feel you can attach a Manfrotto MVH500AH Fluid Video Head with Flat Base to the SmallRig CT180 Video Tripod with Mini Fluid Head. However, we strongly do not recommend it. The MVH500AH has much more capacity than the tripod. An accident may occur

Q: 8. Does it have counterbalance/spring?

A: No, this SmallRig CH10 Compact Fluid Head does not feature a counter balance.

Q: 9. What are the differences between 3457 and 3457B?

A: The SmallRig Lightweight Fluid Video Head SM3457B has an upgraded the internal structure over the older discontinued model SM3457.

Q: 10. Is there any way to change the screw knob on the arca swiss clamp, to a clamp style?

A: The SmallRig Lightweight Fluid Video Head (B&H# SM3457B) does not offer the option to replace the quick release clamp's tightening knob with lever lock system.