Linhof Leveling Head Ii With Panorama Plate & Quickfix I

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This Linhof Leveling Head II with Panorama Plate & Quickfix Ifrom Linhof Leveling Head II with Panorama Plate & Quickfix Iis designed to allow a camera to be incrementally rotated on a horizontal axis for capturing a sequence of images that are intended to be aligned and merged into a single panoramic photo. It features a built-in Linhof panorama plate with an integrated Linhof Quickfix I Tripod Connector, which is a panning platform with a cam-lock quick release adapter. The panorama plate with Quickfix I tripod connector provides the ability to rotate a camera 360° according to clearly visible hatch marks engraved at 5° intervals. Depending on which camera and lens is placed on this leveling head, as well as the lens's focal length, those interval hatch marks can be used to ensure that images within a sequence sufficiently overlap to form a panorama. Cameras or panoramic head components with 1/4"-20 or 3/8"-16 female accessory threads can be placed on the panorama plate with Quickfix I tripod connector using the included Linhof 003875 Quickfix I Adapter Plate.

The leveling head has a load capacity of 22 lb and is compatible with tripods or support systems that feature a 3/8"-16 mount. Loosening its control handle allows the leveling head's panorama plate to be rolled left or right, by up to 17°.

Two built-in corner-facing, adjacent bubble levels help to ensure that this leveling head is properly angled to provide a camera with a horizontal rotation axis. This is particularly useful for cylindrical panoramas where their individual component images must remain uniformly level to avoid the appearance of slanting upwards or downwards after they are aligned. Cylindrical panoramas that initially appear to be slanted can require extensive cropping to obtain parallel top and bottom sides. This can result in a dramatic loss of picture area and apparent height, causing unexpected as well as unwanted changes to image composition and content. By incorporating this leveling head within a support system configured for the process of creating panoramas, misaligned horizontal orientations relative to a panoramic subject can be precisely compensated for, preventing slanted images and maximizing their potential area, helping to preserve creative intent.

This leveling head further benefits the use of Linhof Master Technika-series cameras when combined with a separately-available Linhof 003878 Quickfix I Adapter Plate for 35mm Cameras. When placed on the leveling head's tripod connector, a Quickfix I adapter plate for 35mm cameras can be adjusted to help maximize the ability to open the camera's baseboard throughout the leveling head's range of movement.

For Panoramic Photography, Holds 22 lb Leveling Base, Built-In Panning Platform Independent 360° Rotation with Lock Integrated Quick Release Adapter Includes Quick Release Plate Provides 17° of Roll, Left or Right Keeps Camera and Images Level to Subject Ensures Horizontal Rotation Axis Helps Maximize Panoramic Image Area Useful for Cylindrical Panoramas

Parameters
Material of Construction	Cast Aluminum
Load Capacity	22.0 lb (10.0 kg)
Quick Release	Yes, 1/4"-20 or 3/8"-16 mount
Spirit Level	Yes
Separate Panning Lock	Yes
Tripod Mount Thread Size	3/8"-16
Panning Range	360°
Roll Range	-17.0°/+17.0°
Height	3.7" (9.3 cm)
Maximum Diameter	3.5" (9.0 cm)
Weight	1.7 lb / 0.8 kg

Designed to allow a camera to be incrementally rotated on a horizontal axis for the purpose of capturing a sequence of images that are intended to be aligned and merged into a single panoramic photo
Panorama plate provides the ability to rotate a camera 360° according to clearly visible hatch marks engraved at 5° intervals and is integrated with a Linhof Quickfix I Tripod Connector, which is a cam-lock quick release adapter
Cameras or panoramic head components with 1/4"-20 or 3/8"-16 female accessory threads can be placed on the panorama plate with with Quickfix I tripod connector using the included Linhof 003875 Quickfix I Adapter Plate, which is a compatible quick release plate
Locking ring between panorama plate and tripod connector allows the panorama plate to be fastened in one position or to rotate 360°
Interval hatch marks on panorama plate can be used to ensure that images as part of a sequence sufficiently overlap to form a panorama
Provides up to 17° of roll, left or right
Ensures that individual panorama component images obtained by incrementally rotating the camera remain uniformly level to avoid the appearance of slanting upwards or downwards after they are aligned
Prevents need to extensively crop aligned panorama component images to obtain a final panoramic image with parallel top and bottom sides
Maximizes potential area of final panoramic image, helps to preserve creative intent
Compatible with tripods or support systems that feature a 3/8"-16 mount
22 lb load capacity
Control handle can be loosened or tightened to enable tilt movement
Durable, cast aluminum construction
Interchangeable 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 mounts for Quickfix I adapter plate
Hex key to remove or install interchangeable 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 mounts for Quickfix I adapter plate
Integrated hex key retainer in Quickfix I tripod connector
3/8"-16 to 1/4"-20 reducer bushing can be used to adapt cameras or panoramic head components with 3/8"-16 female accessory threads to Quickfix I adapter plate with 1/4"-20 mount installed
Compatible with Linhof Master Technika-series cameras when combined with a separately-available Linhof 003878 Quickfix I Adapter Plate for 35mm Cameras by helping to maximize the ability to open the camera's baseboard throughout the leveling head's range of movement

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What pieces would I need for this to fit on a MANFROTTO 804RC2?

A: We have a designated tripod for this particular pan head and the second for a ball head. You will have to remove the head on your 804RC2 to calibrate the pan head. It is a good quality product and pretty easy to set up. YouTube has a good video to help proper caleration.

Q: 2. Back again,after a plate for my Olympus OM-D E-M5 to fit the MonoballFix ZI SP Arca-Swiss Ballhead...What model and number should I order. Kind Regards, Christopher.

A: There are many plates that will work with the OM-D E-M5 camera.This is one option that is designed for that camera without a battery grip,Acratech Arca-Type Quick-Release Plate for Olympus OMD E-M5 and E-M1B&H # ACARPOOMDE5 Mfr # 2183http://bhpho.to/1zt7KcHAnd if you have a grip on that camera this is one,Acratech 2184 Arca-Type Quick Release Plate for Olympus OMD E5 w/HLD6 Battery GripB&H # ACARPOOMDE5H Mfr # 2184http://bhpho.to/1ls8iyE

Q: 3. Is this the CR-3015 version?

A: No, that is not the CF-3015 That model is, Sunwayfoto 360° VR Panoramic Tripod Head Kit BH #SUCR3015A • MFR #CR-3015A https://bhpho.to/3x3gFal

Q: 4. Is this the CR-3015 version? Thanks

A: This is not the CR-3015 item from Sunwayfoto.

Q: 5. What's the difference betwee this and the 801104?

A: The difference we found is the Z1 sp can handle 130 lb / 59 kg and has 1 bubble level. The MonoballFix Z1 can handle 132 lb / 60 kg and has 2 bubble levels.

Q: 6. Does it have self-timer?

A: This camera does not have a self timer, but it does have a cable release socket.

Q: 7. The box dimensions is totally useless information. What are the dimensions of the actual head?

A: Dimensions of the actual head Linhof 3D Leveling Head II with Dovetail Track BH #LI3WLHARCA • MFR #003666 is: 105x105x100 mm and weight is 980 g. Ref: https://bit.ly/3CFu3XG.

Q: 8. Would you trust this to hold securely with the tripod center pole mounted horizontally, such as is supported by Manfrotto 055 models?

A: With a load capacity or 22 pounds this is a very sturdy Leveling Unit. Just as long as the load is below 22 pounds it should work well horizontally.

Q: 9. I'm trying to decide which of these two heads to buy. Arca-Swiss - Monoball Z1 sp with Quick Release MFR # 801104 or Arca-Swiss MonoballFix Z1 SP Ball Head MFR # 801105. I often work in cold weather. I read that the MFR # 801105 is better because of the knob. On the image it looks the same?

A: Both of these heads will give you an equal excellent performance in cold weather. The knobs are the same.

Q: 10. maximum camera & lens weight?

A: The maximum load including camera, lens and any other accessories is 4.4 lbs (2 kg)

george	26/09/2024
[3/8"-16] I use this between my tripod and a pan-tilt head. Leveling is fast, easy & locks solid. I would expect it holds much more than the factory rating. This is my second one since I often use a large Bogen and large Gitzo tripod depending on the type of work, and switching heads back and forth gets old fast. Anything that speeds up the job makes the customer happy when there may be many people working by the hour during a photo session. Using a leveling head really speeds up the process. The only drawback is the price, but it should last a lifetime (unlike most things). Rock solid and beautifully finished ! 5

Terrence	24/09/2024
[3/8"-16] This is a very good leveling device with no protruding controls to get in your way. A knurled locking ring of slightly larger diameter than the device turns the friction lock easily and smoothly to firmly lock or unlock with a travel distance of around an inch. When unlocked there is still enough friction to keep it from flopping around loosely. It's easy to operate with either hand from almost any position, with heavy mittens as well as with your bare hands, and is a compact device that does a superior job. From their website, vortexoptics.com, UNLIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY FULLY TRANSFERABLE NO RECEIPT NEEDED. They also state that It will be repaired or replaced at no charge as necessary. The warranty does disallow cosmetic damage that does not hinder proper operation. 5

Dan	25/08/2024
[360°] I have tried the RRS leveling base, the TA3 and their Universal model. I could never get them tight enough to keep from slipping once a tripod head and DSLR was put on top of either. It did not take much effort to induce slippage. It takes much more deliberate effort to make this one move with the same equipment on top of it. More than I would encounter in normal use. This one also is much easier to move, adjust and tighten compared to the RRS universal base with the wings (I do prefer the RRS model with the handle for adjusting). The one thing that I do not like is the adjusting lever/lock is not captive. If it is loosened enough, it will fall out. Physically, it does fit into the top of a RRS tripod with a 75mm hole, but the adjustment lever/lock is in the same space as the tripod apex/spider and too much material would have to be drilled out. It attaches to the top of the tripod just fine, though. It has 3/8 inch holes with removable 3/8 to 1/4 reducing bushings installed. 5

Pete	23/08/2024
[1.7 lb / 0.8 kg] Without a doubt, this is by far the best leveling head I have ever used. It was obviously made to very high standards and is a pleasure to use.I use this leveler on a Gitzo Series 5 CF tripod with my GigaPan Epic Pro panorama robot, and my CB Gimbal.... 5

Duanne H	08/08/2024
[Yes] I use this with my Ridgeview Tripod and Phone skope spotting scope adapter to take incredible bird photos 5

John M	07/08/2024
[3/8"-16] I use this when glassing off a tripod, perfect to achieve level. 5

Allan	06/07/2024
[360°] This leveling base is great because it does not have an knob off on the side. I bought a different one but I could not turn the knob, it would hit my tripod. This one you just loosen the ring and level and re-tighten it. Works much better than ones with the knop or handle on the side. It is all metal and feel well made. 5

Roberto M	23/06/2024
[360°] it makes leveling my spotting scope ten times easier! 5

Wesley	19/06/2024
[Cast Aluminum] Just getting into virtual tour photography and didn't want to spend a ton on a pano head. Using this one with a Nikon D7100 and it handles the weight of the camera and a Tokina 12-24 well. Little hard to decipher how to put it together but take a look at the website photo for ideas. Works great but you need a ball head and a sturdy tripod to use it properly. 5

Judy	02/06/2024
[3.5" (9.0 cm)] Was looking for a way to mount a light weight movie camera on a steady platform attached to a car or truck window to shoot wildlife in Botswana and South Africa. Part if my requirements are that the tripod head can't be very tall or I won't be able to see what the camera is seeing. This mount gives me a way to stabilize and level the tripod head without adding much height. Works perfectly. 5