This Manfrotto XPRO 3-Way Geared Pan-and-Tilt Head Kitfrom Manfrotto XPRO 3-Way Geared Pan-and-Tilt Head Kithas a load capacity of 8.8 lb and can be attached to tripods or other support systems that feature a 3/8"-16 mount. It includes an integrated RC2 quick release cam lock and a 200PL-14 Quick Release Plate. RC2 compatible quick release plates such as the 200PL-14 can be removed from the head by pulling the cam lock's spring-loaded lever, which also allows the plate to be quickly reattached. The cam lock also features a safety catch to prevent the 200PL-14, or another compatible quick release plate from accidentally disconnecting.

Cameras, sport optics, or camcorders that are compatible with a 1/4"-20 mount can be connected to the quick release plate before securing it to the pan-and-tilt head. The head can be rotated 360°, tilted 90° forwards or 20° backwards, as well as 90° sideways for portrait orientation. Each of these three movements function independently of each other and have individual, spring-clamp controls. Squeezing each clamp's two handles allows the corresponding movement to be rapidly adjusted, and once the handles are released, the adjustment is locked into place. One handle on each clamp is also an integrated twist knob that allows incremental, geared adjustments, which help to ensure that any device mounted to this XPRO 3-Way, Geared Pan-and-Tilt Head is precisely positioned relative to the subject.

To further promote fast and repeatable device positioning, this XPRO 3-Way, Geared Pan-and-Tilt Head also includes dedicated angle scales for each movement that are designed for easy visibility.

Load Capacity: 8.8 lb    3 Fast & Incremental Movements w/Locks    90° Forwards and 20° Backwards Tilt    Up to 90° Portrait Angle Tilt, Turn 360°    200PL-14 Quick Release Plate    1/4"-20 Mount, Non-Slip Surface    200PL Quick Release Plate    1/4"-20 Mount, Non-Slip Surface    1/4"-20 to 3/8"-16 Expansion Sleeve    Removable, Anti-Twist Index Pin

• 8.8 lb load capacity
• Compatible with tripods or support systems that feature a 3/8"-16 mount
• Can be rotated 360°, tilted 90° forwards or 20° backwards, as well as 90° sideways for portrait orientation
• Rotation, backwards and forwards tilt, as well as portrait orientation tilt each function independently of each other and have individual spring-clamp controls
• Squeezing each clamp's two handles allows the corresponding rotation, backwards and forwards tilt, or portrait orientation tilt to be rapidly adjusted; and once the handles are released, the adjustment is locked into place
• One handle on each clamp is also an integrated twist knob that allows incremental, geared adjustments for precise device positioning
• Dedicated angle scales for each movement that are designed for easy visibility further promote fast, repeatable, and accurate device positioning
• Integrated, RC2 quick release cam lock
• Two bubble levels for landscape orientations and one bubble level for portrait orientations
• Durable and lightweight polymer and fiberglass construction

• Compatible with Manfrotto RC2 quick release cam lock
• Measures 1.7 x 2.1 x 0.4" and has a rubberized, non-slip surface
• 1/4"-20 mount
• Durable, aluminum-alloy construction

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can I mount a Panasonic AW-UE150 directly to this tripod?

A: Yes, But a pushing must be set in place in order to do so. Please review the following item Oben 3/8"-16 to 1/4"-20 Reducer Bushing BH #OB1039 • MFR #OB-1039 https://bhpho.to/36bOgGQ

Q: 2. Is this a metal or plastic support? I want to use this for google business view.

A: The entire item is metal, except for the rubber adjustable knobs. Solid piece of equipment.

Q: 3. From what alloy is the 405 constructed, and how hard is it? Should the gears wear well over the long haul?

A: I can't answer the question directly, but I will say that I loaded it with a heavy camera and large lens and it performed well.

Q: 4. I see the body is plastic to reduce weight. However, are the gears made of metal? I'm just afraid that if the gears are also plastic that they will wear quickly and lose precision.

A: Manfrotto uses very good quality material. In the light there have been no reports at B&H as to gears failing for this head, we feel confident that the gears here are more than up to the task. You should get many solid years of service out of this head.

Q: 5. What would I need to take my 503 head off one of my other tripods and mount it on this one? Is that possible? If not, what's a good fluid head I could mount on this tripod?

A: There are a few different 503 heads. One is just called 503 and that attaches with just a 3/8 connection like the tripod you mentioned. You just unscrew the head from your other tripod and attach this to the 028B Studio Pro Triman Tripod Legs.Now if you have the 503 HDV, that uses a 75mm flat top and then that will not fit on the 028B.If you then do need a different head these are a few different ones.

Q: 6. What are the dimentions of the quick release plate?

A: While neither B&H nor Manfrotto lists the dimensions of the Manfrotto 200PL Quick Release Plate, a href= http://tripodquickrelease.com target= _blank tripodquickrelease.com/a lists the dimensions of the quick release plate as 1.66 x 2.06 x 0.39 in inches.

Q: 7. Just curious, what is the diameter of the base that connects to the tripod? Thanks!

A: The base uses a 3/8 inch tripod screw. Depending upon you preferred unit of measure, the base diameter is approximately:2 5/16 or 2.3 or 6 cm.BTW, great head!

Q: 8. Will the plate tighten down well enough that there will be no slippage with 8 pounds of gear at 90°?

A: You should have proper stability based on the weight of your gear and the weight capacity of the head.

Q: 9. Can this head be used for accurate panoramas? It appears that mount is not centered over the base, which would require two rails: one to center the camera over the base and another to center the nodal point. Is this accurate? Thanks!

A: Get Chris Hejnar's "Extended Plate for Manfrotto 410 Gear Head". This will center an Arca-Swiss type clamp on the panning axis. Replacing the stock Manfrotto QR system with A-S type clamp also eliminates the problematic Manfrotto QR plate system which multiple reviewers state it fell apart of failed with use.

Q: 10. Will this work with a Toyo 4x5 camera?

A: Yes, this setup will work with a Toyo 4x5.