Manfrotto 501HDV,755XBK 755XB MDeVe Tripod/501HDV Pro Video Head Kit
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Manfrotto 501HDV,755XBK MDeVe Tripod/Pro Video Head Kit
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The 501HDV,755XBK is a complete kit consisting of the Manfrotto 755XB MDeVe Tripod, the 501HDV Pro Video Head and the MBAG80P Padded Tripod Bag. The 755XB MDeVe Aluminum Tripod replaces Manfrotto's 755B MDeVe Tripod. Made entirely of aluminum, the 755XB has a removable center column with a built-in 50mm levelling ball and bubble spirit level that can easily be fitted as a lateral arm. This extremely versatile tripod is ideal for Mini DV camcorders. The MBAG80P Tripod Bag is made of durable ballistic nylon and is equipped with a shoulder strap and zip fastener.
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 Padded Tripod Bag is made of durable ballistic nylon and is equipped with a shoulder strap and zip fastener.
Manfrotto 755XB MDeVe Tripod
The Manfrotto 755XB MDeVe Aluminum Tripod replaces Manfrotto's 755B MDeVe Tripod. Designed for the professional videographer, the Manfrotto 755XB MDeVe is an extremely versatile tripod, ideal for Mini DV camcorders. It has the same design as the 756XB tripod, but with a larger leg diameter, top spider and leg locks, enabling the 755XB to handle a higher load capacity. It is entirely made from aluminum, and has a removable center column with built-in 50mm leveling ball and bubble spirit level. This long and adjustable center center column can easily be re-fitted as a lateral arm. Not only does this allow the camera to be offset from the leg position, it is also the simplest way to shoot a subject from directly overhead.

Center column with built-in 50mm half ball |
755XB MDeVe Tripod Key Features
- Removable Center Column With Built-in 50mm Leveling Ball and Bubble Spirit Level
- The 755XB has a removable center column with built-in 50mm 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.
- Built-in Leveling System
- The 755XB'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.

Leg angle presets |
- Four Different Leg Angle Settings
- Four pre-set independent leg angles -- 23°, 45°, 65° and 88° -- give the tripod great positioning flexibility and versatility, and allow all intermediate heights from the stated minimum to maximum levels to be reached. Stability is assured at all four angles by the spring-loaded step mechanism. Each of the legs can be set to a different angle of spread for more flexible, versatile positioning and to help keep camera equipment well-balanced over the tripod's center of gravity. The ergonomics of the leg angle release mechanism has been greatly improved.
- Rubber Feet
- Single Tube Leg Profile Made of Round-Section Aluminum

Quick action leg locks with new improved design |
- Secure-Locking Mountings
- Tripod to head connection via a platform with 3/8" male thread, built-in spirit level and three set screws for secure locking mountings.
- Rapid-Action Lever Leg Locks
- Quick-action leg locks allow you to quickly and quietly set the tripod into position. The ergonomics of the quick action leg locks has also been greatly improved.
755XB MDeVe Tripod Specifications
- Column Type
- Rapid
- Maximum Height with extended center column
- 65.0 inches
- Maximum Height
- 55.3 inches
- Minimum Height
- 16.3 inches
- Closed Length
- 25.0 inches
- Leg Sections
- 3
- Column Tube Diameter
- 28mm
- Leg Tube Diameters
- 29.4, 25, 20mm
- Head Mount
- 3/8" threaded mount
- Maximum Load Capacity
- 15.4 pounds
- Weight
- 5.5 pounds

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
Manfrotto 501HDV,755XBK MDeVe Tripod/Pro Video Head Kit
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