The Manfrotto MVH502A Fluid Head & 546B Tripod Systemis a professional tripod system designed for HDSLR and interchangeable lens cameras. The system combines the MVH502A 75mm half ball fluid head with the 546B tripod with mid spreader. The MVH502 head has a pre-set counterbalance of 8.8 pounds, but can support loads up to 22 pounds. It features two Easy Link connectors to allow an external monitor or other accessory equipment to be fitted directly on the head.

The 546B is a two-stage tripod with a built-in 75mm bowl. The tripod's telescopic mid-level spreader helps set leg angles accurately. Spiked feet with rubber overshoes are provided for solid grounding on both smooth floors and uneven terrain. A padded carrying bag comes included.

22 lb Load Capacity    Counterbalance Supports 8.8 lb    Two-Stage Aluminum Legs    17.3 to 66.1" Height Range    Mid-Level Spreader    Spiked Feet with Rubber Overshoes    Tripod Carrying Bag Included

• Fluid video head supports 22 lb
• 8.8 lb counterbalance
• 75mm ball/bowl
• 2-stage, aluminum telescopic twin tube legs
• Mid-level spreader

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. How wide do the legs spread?

A: Those specs are not listed by Manfrotto at this time. However we can tell you that this tripod works with the Manfrotto 165MV On-Ground Tripod Spreader, which accommodates a leg spread between 31 to 51 inches.

Q: 2. Is the weight capacity of the legs the same as the tripod head (15.4 pounds)? My rig weighs 10.8 pounds and I'd like to use a 24 slider on the legs occasionally.

A: The MT055XPRO3 tripod by itself has a load capacity of 19.8 lbs

Q: 3. What is the height of the tripod with head? And any suggestion on what Manfrotto bag I should get for it

A: The head is 5.12 inches tall. While the tripod has a folded length of 24 inches. The total folded length will be a bit over 29 inches. The Ruggard Deluxe Padded 35" is a great choice, it will offer plenty of room. https://bhpho.to/2yWCtr8

Q: 4. it is a half ball system? or is complete?

A: The 502HD Fluid Head has a ball base that is a hemisphere. It fits into the concave bowl that's atop the tripod legs. Thus they they work together in complete coordination. It is our preferred combination for video tripods.

Q: 5. How far apart are the feet when the legs are not extended?

A: This question is a little tricky, as the legs can be unlatched to fold flat, if desired. However, assuming that you go from a completed folded state, to just opening the legs, and not extending them or further allowing them to spread, then they are 19.5 inches between the outer edge of the rubber pad on each foot. The tripod fits on a platform as small as 18 inches deep by 19.5 inches wide.

Q: 6. If I wanted an unpadded Manfrotto bag, which size would be ideal for this tripod?

A: I purchased a padded 31.5 manfrotto bag and it fits perfectly. In my opinion, it's worth it to spend more on a padded bag. Manfrotto MBAG80PN Padded Tripod Bag.

Q: 7. Does the Manfrotto 438 Compact Leveling Head works with the tripod and fluid head offering in this kit?

A: Yes it does. You can install B&H # MA438 between the Tripod and Head in this kit.

Q: 8. Is the pan/tilt mechanism truly fluid damped with a cartridge, or is this a friction head with smooth movement?

A: This is a true fluid head

Q: 9. Is the counterbalance adjustable for different weight camera?

A: No, the MVH502A head in this kit has a fixed counterbalance of 8.8 lb / 4 kg.

Q: 10. Will this work with Panasonic AG-DVX200?

A: Yes it will. The 502HD head has a 15.4 pound load capacity, which is more than enough to handle the DVX200.https://bhpho.to/2cLklsC