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It's a fact that not all cameras weigh the same. Some mini DV cameras may weigh only 2 pounds while professional grade DV cameras can weigh up to 22 pounds. Professionals have as many equipment options as they do shooting styles, utilizing a wide range of different cameras including MINI DV, DVCAM, HD, and ENG. When using numerous accessories, many of these setups can quickly overload video heads above the maximum recommended weight.

Understanding the problems that professional videographers face, Manfrotto has developed the 519, a compact, yet heavy duty fluid video head capable of accommodating a counterbalance payload from 3.3 pounds up to 19.8 pounds. This revolutionary breakthrough makes the 519 the only video head on the market encompassing both interchangeable and adjustable counterbalance springs. Combining both features will allow videographers to easily interchange a vast array of cameras of various weights as well as quickly fine tune the perfect balance point of whatever camera being used, all with just one head! In addition, fluid drag is easily controlled with a large numbered knob in seven increments. Drag can be adjusted from the highest possible setting to nearly zero drag, allowing for the finest control through 360° pan and +90° to -90° tilt. For camcorders with lots of extras, the 501PLONG long plate will enable you to achieve a better balance of weight distribution of the camcorder on the 519 Pro Video Head.

1 - Pan Locking Knob 2 - Pan Drag Control 3 - Spirit Level

Manfrotto 519 Pro Video Head Key Features

Fluid Movement, 7-Step Adjustable Drag Control

Manfrotto's pan and tilt movement technology is based on a system of cartridges filled with a specific silicon fluid. This technology provides the smooth, constant movement needed to achieve shake-free images while panning and tilting during all types of video shooting sessions.

Manfrotto drag technology provides accurate camera control in all conditions. The continuous drag adjustment allows you to select the level of drag you need and to work the way you choose, rather than having to select from predetermined levels as with stepped drag systems. This solution enables you to set-up rapidly and repeatedly, helping you achieve perfect framing and control. Fluid drag is easily controlled with a large numbered knob in seven increments. Drag can be adjusted from the highest possible setting to nearly zero drag, allowing for the finest control through 360° pan and +90° to -90° tilt.

Separate Pan and Tilt Locking Mechanism

4 - Tilt Locking Knob 5 - Tilt Drag Knob 6 - Counterbalance Adjustment Knob

Variable Interchangeable Counter Balance Springs

The Manfrotto 519 pro video head is capable of accommodating a counterbalance payload from 3.3 pounds up to 19.8 pounds. This revolutionary breakthrough makes the 519 the only video head on the market encompassing both interchangeable and adjustable counterbalance springs. Combining both features will allow videographers to easily interchange a vast array of cameras of various weights as well as quickly fine tune the perfect balance point of whatever camera being used, all with just one head!

The 519 comes with two interchangeable and adjustable springs, a blue one for cameras in the 3.3 pounds to 11 pounds range, and a yellow one for cameras in the 11 pounds to 19.8 pounds range.

Sliding Quick-Release Plate

Sliding quick-release plate for balancing the camera is supplied with 1/4-20" and 3/8" camera screws.

Telescopic Pan Handle

Built-in Spirit Level

7 - Sliding Plate Safety Release Button 8 - Sliding Quick Release Plate 9 - Sliding Quick Release Knob 10 - Interchangeable Pan Bar Rosette

519 Pro Video Head Key Specifications

Head Height

5.9 inches (15 cm)

Tilt

+90º -90º

Tilt Drag

Variable (7 steps)

Independent Tilt Lock

Yes

Pan

360º

Pan Drag

Variable (7 steps)

Independent Pan Lock

Yes

Balance Control

Variable Balance Control Yes (Operated by two interchangeable and adjustable springs, the blue one from 3.3 to 11 lb and the yellow one from 11 to 19.8 lbs. @ 125mm CG and 60° from tilt inclination)

Head Bowl

75 mm

Pan Handle

1 Telescopic

Sliding Travel of Plate

58 mm

Temperature Range

4º F / 140º F

Maximum Load Capacity

22.0 lbs. (10 kg)

Weight

6.4 lbs. (2.9 kg)

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