The Magnus REX VT-5000 2-Stage Video Tripod Fluid Headsupports cameras and accessories weighing up to 17 pounds. The head accepts a sliding balance plate wth 3.25" of adjustment. It features independent pan and tilt locks with variable fluid tilt drag and a 75mm leveling ball. Two 1/4"-20 accessory mounting holes are built into the head. The legs are made from aluminum and feature three sections with lever locks. The head and legs combination features a height range of 29 to 64.25" and folds to 32.6" long for transport and storage.

Dual-spiked feet and a mid-level spreader make an excellent combination for shooting on uneven terrain. The mid-level spreader has 4.25" of adjustment, allowing you to spread the legs wide for a more stable base. The spiked feet are suitable for use on exteriors and soft surfaces. When shooting on hard or delicate surfaces, the included rubber feet may give you better grip and protect the surface from the spikes. Built into one of the legs is a hook on an elastic line to help secure the legs from opening accidentally when closed. An included padded bag carries your tripod legs and head, and it includes a shoulder strap for ease of carry.

Sliding Balance Plate    Supports up to 17 Pounds    75mm Ball/Bowl    Fixed Counterbalance    Variable Fluid Tilt & Fixed Pan Drag    2 x 1/4"-20 Accessory Mounting Holes    29 to 64.25" Height Range    Mid-Level Spreader    Dual-Spiked Feet & Rubber Feet Included    Padded Bag with Shoulder Strap Included

The head features spring-loaded counterbalance with pan and tilt fluid drag. Tilt drag is variable and can be adjusted to provide more or less drag, allowing you to fine-tune the head to match the needs of the shot.

The sliding balance camera plate features a spring-loaded locating pin and supports both 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 camera tie-down screws (included).

The camera plate features 3.25" of travel, providing a wide range of movement to balance your camera on the head for optimum operation.

Two 1/4"-20 threaded accessory mounting holes are integrated into the head, and they allow you to mount a variety of accessories, including articulating arms and mounting brackets.

The head features two pan handle rosettes for left- or right-handed operation. One pan handle is included with the system and it includes a rosette washer that helps protect the rosettes from stripping.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Would this be suitable for the Would this work with the Glide Gear TMP 750 16.5" Professional Video Camera Tablet Teleprompter?

A: The Glide Gear TMP 750 is about 7lbs. The Magnus REX VT-5000 2-Stage Video Tripod supports up to 17lb payloads. As long as your camera payload is less than 8-9lbs it would work.

Q: 2. can i use with Manfrotto Nitrotech N12 ?

A: If you use a 75mm half bowl adapter, then yes.

Q: 3. What is the purpose of the retractable tie cable?

A: The Magnus REX VT-5000 2-Stage Video Tripod with Fluid Head features a retractable cable tie, which can be used to hold the legs in place, when folded up and transporting the tripod.

Q: 4. Is it possible to remove the spreader, in order to allow for lower height and/or when placing the tripod over an object that were the spreader would be in the way?

A: yes the Spreaders can be removed

Q: 5. Does this come with an extra telescoping bar handle?

A: The REX VT-5000 comes with a single pan handle. If you would like to purchase a 2nd handle it is BH #MAPB4. https://bhpho.to/33gZHeu

Q: 6. what's the difference between "stepped" and "fixed"?

A: The tripod head of the Magnus REX VT-5000 2-Stage Video Tripod with Fluid Head and Dolly (B&H# MAVT5000TK) features a fixed counterbalance. That means it cannot be adjusted. You may have seen other tripod heads with a stepped counterbalance feature meaning that they can be adjusted in steps to counterbalance against different amounts of weight but that the counterbalance weight cannot be adjusted continuously.

Q: 7. Does this tripod work for the black magic ursa mini Pro 4.6k G2?

A: yes,

Q: 8. What is the weight range (min + max) for the counter balance? Will some cameras be too light to use on this system?

A: the range is 5lbs to 17lbs

Q: 9. What is the total weight of this tripod?

A: The total weight of the Magnus REX VT-5000 2-stage video tripod is 5.08 kg.

Q: 10. Is the quick release plate slot on this tripod Manfrotto 501-Compatible?

A: no the Quick release on this plate tripod does not appear to be compatible with the Manfrotto 501 Quick release