Manfrotto 501HDV,755MF3K 755MF3 MagFiber MDeVe Tripod/501HDV Pro Video Head Kit Get Manfrotto 501HDV,755MF3K Price / Buy Online

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The 501HDV,755MF3K is a complete kit consisting of the Manfrotto 755MF3 MagFiber MDeVe Tripod, the 501HDV Pro Video Head and the MBAG80P Padded Tripod Bag. The 755MF3 is one of the most innovative tripods of the MDEVE series due to the combination of low weight (carbon fiber for the legs/magnesium die casting) and high load capacity materials used for its construction. Its unique, patent-pending aluminum center column construction and precision-machined red anodized aluminum includes a built-in 50mm leveling ball system locked by a detachable rotating grip built at the bottom of the center column. This extremely versatile tripod is ideal for Mini DV camcorders.

The 501HDV replaces the popular Manfrotto 501 Pro Video Head. It inherits its separate pan and tilt locks, gradual tilt friction adjustment system, flat base (with standard 3/8-inch thread), quick release camera plate and repositionable pan bar from its successful predecessor. Inside the 501HDV is a powerful new feature that takes its inspiration from Manfrotto's top professional video head models -- a fixed counterbalance spring that helps ensure both smoother tilt movements and greater equipment safety even when tilt locks are inadvertently left off. The easy-to-reach on/off switch allows the counterbalance system to be disengaged or re-engaged for different filming setups.

The MBAG80P Tripod Bag is made of durable ballistic nylon and is equipped with a shoulder strap and zip fastener.

Manfrotto 755MF3 MagFiber MDeVe Tripod

The much-heralded arrival of the digital era has brought with it a drastic reduction in weight and size of video camera equipment, matched by enormous advances in the picture quality achievable with the most minuscule of systems. Those working in the video sector are demanding camera supports that are tailored to these small new cameras but that make no compromises in key areas such as rigidity which could jeopardize the fluidity and smoothness of camera movements. It is out of these demands that Manfrotto's MDeVe series was born.

The Manfrotto 755MF3 MagFiber MDeVe Tripod tripod provides high performance with an extremely compact and lightweight structure. The 755MF3 is made of aluminum and has carbon fiber leg sections with magnesium castings. It is a two-stage tripod supplied with quick release leg locking levers, asymmetric leg angle presets and, most significantly, Manfrotto's patent-pending, rapid center column with built-in leveling half ball. The fact that the 50mm diameter ball with bubble spirit level is attached not to the tripod top spider but to the top of the center column allows you to level the top plate (and consequently the head and camera) and even adjust the camera height without needing to make micro adjustments to the tripod legs, representing timesaving and added convenience.

755MF3 MDeVe Tripod Key Features

Center column with built-in 50mm half ball

Carbon Fiber Leg Sections With Magnesium Castings

The best tripod is still the one you bring along. Lightweight tripods have not only become a mainstay, they are now a requisite for digital photographers. The trick is to lose weight and maintain maximum support without sacrificing stability, rigidity and reliability. The 755MF3 is one of the most innovative tripods of the MDEVE series due to the combination of low weight (carbon fiber for the legs/magnesium die casting) and high load capacity materials used for its construction.

Removable Center Column With Built-in 50mm Leveling Ball and Bubble Spirit Level

The 755MF3 has a removable center column with built-in 50 mm leveling ball and bubble spirit level that can easily be repositioned as a lateral arm. Not only does this allow the camera to be offset from the leg position, it is also the simplest possible way to shoot a subject from directly overhead. Center column with built-in 50mm half ball is locked using the rotating grip located at the bottom of the center column.

Quick action lever leg lock system (45º)

Built-in Leveling System

The 755MF3's unique center column construction and precision-machined red anodized aluminum allows the leveling ball to be locked by a detachable rotating grip built at the bottom of the center column. This allows the camera operator to level the camera and even adjust its height without needing to make micro adjustments to each individual tripod leg.

Four Different Leg Angle Settings

Rapid-Action Lever Leg Locks

Rubber Feet

Single Tube Leg Profile Made of Carbon Fiber

Four Leg Angle Settings

Secure-Locking Mountings

Tripod to head connection via a platform with 3/8" male thread, built-in spirit level and three grub screws for secure locking mountings.

755MF3 MDeVe Tripod Specifications

Column Type

Rapid

Maximum Height with extended center column

63.2 inches

Maximum Height

54.7 inches

Minimum Height

24.6 inches

Closed Length

26.6 inches

Leg Sections

3

Maximum Load Capacity

15.4 lbs.

Weight

4.6 lbs.

Manfrotto 501HDV Pro Video Head

Inside the 501HDV is a powerful new feature that takes its inspiration from Manfrotto's top professional video head models -- a fixed counterbalance spring (set for a typical camera plus accessories weight of 5.5 pounds) that helps ensure both smoother tilt movements and greater equipment safety even when tilt locks are inadvertently left off. The easy-to-reach on/off switch allows the counterbalance system to be disengaged or re-engaged for different filming setups. But from the outside, the first thing that you'll notice about the new 501HDV video head is its updated design -- completely retuned for much improved ergonomics with locks and knobs that allow a more solid grip and better fingertip control.

1: Pan Lock 2: Pan Friction Control 3: Spirit Level

The 501HDV replaces the popular Manfrotto 501 Pro Video Head. It inherits its separate pan and tilt locks, gradual tilt friction adjustment system, flat base (with standard 3/8-inch thread), quick release camera plate and repositionable pan bar from its successful predecessor.

Manfrotto 501HDV Pro Video Head Key Features

Fluid Movement

The light but positive fluid movement provides exceptionally smooth control through 360º pan and +90º to -60º tilt.

Fixed Counterbalance Spring With On/Off Switch

4: Spring loaded counter balance (ON/OFF) 5: Tilt Friction Knob

Quick-Release Sliding Plate With VHS Pin

Teflon friction Adjustment, Separate Pan and Tilt Locks

The 501HDV Pro Video Head has added Teflon friction adjustment to increase drag and separate pan and tilt locks.

Pan Handle

Pan handle can be mounted left or right. Optional second handle is available.

Built-in Spirit Level

501HDV Pro Video Head Key Specifications

6: Tilt Lock 7: Sliding Plate Safety Release Button 8: Sliding Quick Release Plate

Material / Finish

Black aluminum

Head Height

4.5 inches (11.5 cm)

Frontal Tilt

+90º -60º

Tilt Drag

1 step plus variable Teflon friction

Independent Tilt Lock

Yes

Pan

360º

Pan Drag

1 step plus variable Teflon friction

Independent Pan Lock

Yes

Pan Handle

1 included; additional Pan Handle 501HLV available as an option

Sliding Quick Release Plate

501PL supplied with 3/8" and 1/4" camera screws

Sliding Travel of Plate

2.28 inches (58 mm)

Temperature Range

14º F / 140º F

Maximum Load Capacity

13.2 lbs. (6.0 kg)

Weight

3.5 lbs. (1.6 kg)

Manfrotto MBAG80P Padded Tripod Bag (31.5")

Innovative design and style: ballistic nylon, zips and other materials used are of top quality and designed in collaboration with Kata Carrying Systems.

MBAG80P Padded Tripod Bag Key Features

End Opening Allows for Faster "Quiver" Style Extraction and Insertion of Tripod

Zip extends down the length of the bag, but also fully opens the top end of the bag, making it easier to get your tripod in and out, as well as being able to extract the tripod quickly.

Easy-grip zip opening, padded ends

Ergonomic Design

Asymmetric tapered shape allows you to store the tripod with the head attached. Tripod legs fit comfortably in the narrower end (diameter 13cm - 5.1") and extra space is allowed for the larger volume of the head at the wider end (diameter 15cm - 5.9"). This also means it's easier to put the tripod and head in the bag, even if the head levers and knobs are fitted and jut out slightly.

Durable Materials, Padded End Cap

Thermoform padding holds the tripod in place and protects it, especially the head, during transport. Serves a double purpose by protecting you from the tripod's hard edges when carrying it by your side. Logo end cap is padded to offer protection to the tripod head. High quality durable materials, and padded ends protects your tripod throughout.

Easy-Grip Zip Opening

Shoulder Strap Included

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