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The Manfrotto 504HD Video Fluid Head is a perfect balance of design and performance. The bridge design improves the head's rigidity and its Pan friction control is fast, simple to fine-tune and protected from knocks. All structural components are made from aluminum, with the Pan axis rotation unit using ball bearings to obtain smooth, totally vibration-free controlled movements that can be directly adjusted using the head's FDS variable friction system. FDS on both the Pan and Tilt axes also ensures that the head works perfectly at all temperatures, with all types of equipment and under all loads. Ergonomically improved lever and dial designs combine with the new friction index to give you complete control over the 504HD.

The 504HD has been designed to offer a load capacity of up to 16.5 pounds (7.5kg), making it suitable for a huge range of camera equipment. The CBS counterbalance system has four presets for a full range of camera weights. Leveling the head is easy thanks to the 75mm diameter hemisphere and the back-lit bubble level. Two 3/8-inch threads on the top plate allow accessories (such as monitors and arms) to be directly and securely attached to the head, which helps cut down set-up time, keeps your camera hot shoe free and, saves you from using another clamp. The 504HD is suitable for Manfrotto PRO series video tripods with mid-level or ground spreaders and for carbon fiber single-leg MPRO tripods.

Manfrotto 504HD Pro Video Head Key Features

1 - Pan drag control 2 - Pan locking knob 3 - Illuminated leveling bubble

Bridging Technology

The 504HD is the result of an important technical evolution -- the perfect synthesis between an innovative Bridge Architecture and Manfrotto's cutting edge engineering. Bridging Technology is an exclusive Manfrotto patent. Provides a wider, longer platform for your camera and accessories. The bridge design improves the head's rigidity. The high rigidity structure delivers maximum response and strength.

Fluid Movement, Fine-Control Drag System (FDS)

The 504HD fluid head combines a high-performing fluidity with a wide variety of professional features. Pan friction control is fast, simple to fine-tune and protected from knocks. The Pan axis rotation unit uses ball bearings to obtain smooth, totally vibration-free controlled movements. Movement can be directly adjusted using the 504HD's variable friction Fluid Drag System (FDS). FDS on both the Pan and Tilt axes also ensures that the head works perfectly at all temperatures. Each control has a degree scale to allow precise adjustment of the fluidity of every movement of the 504HD, so it can be fine-tuned to your camera equipment, the type of shot required and the operating temperature (from -20°C to +60°C).

Four-Step Adjustable Counterbalance System

The 504HD has been designed to offer a load capacity of up to 16.5 pounds (7.5kg), making it suitable for a huge range of camera equipment. The CBS counterbalance system has four presets for a full range of camera weights: 0, 5.5 pounds (2.5kg), 5kg-11lb and 7.5kg-16.5lb).

Independent Brakes On Tilt And Pan Axes

The 504HD's new disc brakes are inspired by automotive design, and are more than capable of keeping the heavy equipment safe, stable and in position.

1 - Tilt locking knob 2 - Tilt drag knob 3 - Sliding plate safety release button

Ergonomic Controls For Easy Use In All Conditions

Large ergonomic locks and knobs on the 504HD allow for a more solid grip and better control. Easy Link Connectors for a more flexible accessory attachment.

Wider Top Plate And Longer Quick-Release Sliding Plate With Secondary Safety Pin

The 504HD's wider top plate and longer sliding plate offer extra stability and balance while using video or photo equipment. It is assembled using stainless steel screws for protection against corrosion and rust. Your equipment is always secure: even if you forget to block the sliding plate, the secondary safety pin prevents the plate (and your camera) from falling.

Built-in Illuminated LED Bubble Level

The illuminated LED bubble level makes it easy for shooters to level the camera in low-light conditions.

Easy-Link Connectors

Two 3/8-inch Easy-Link Connectors are located on the top plate to allow accessories, such as monitors or lights, to be easily and securely attached. This allows the camera hot shoe to be used for other accessories, or kept free to reduce weight and lower the center of gravity for improved stability.

Lightweight Modern Materials For Optimum Balance Of Strength And Weight

1 - Counterbalance adjustment knob 2 - Sliding quick release plate 3 - Sliding quick release knob

Pan Handle With Left And Right Side Pan Bar Attachment

The pan bar attachments on both left and right sides of the head give maximum flexibility. Both attachments have a substitutable rosette wheel, which can be replaced easily and cheaply if it suffers wear or damage... preferable by far to having to substitute the whole side wall of the head.

503 Pro Video Head Specifications

Head Height

6.1 inches (15.5 cm)

Tilt

+90° -60°

Tilt Drag

Continuously adjustable from 0 to max level

Independent Tilt Lock

Yes

Pan

360°

Pan Drag

Continuosly adjustable from 0 to max level

Independent Pan Lock

Yes

Balance Control

4 Step: 0 - 5.5 - 11.0 - 16.5 pounds (0 - 2.5 - 5.0 - 7.5 kg)

Head Base

75mm (2.95-inch) half ball

Pan Handle

1 Telescopic, 2 available positions, additional pan handle: 504HLV

QR Plate Supplied

504PL

Sliding Travel of Plate

3.27 inches (83 mm)

Working Temperature Range

-4° F - 140° F (-20° C - 60° C)

Maximum Load Capacity

16.5 lbs. (7.5 kg)

Weight

6.4 lbs. (2.9 kg)

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