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Manfrotto Pro Photography Tripod Kits
Video Direct has been an authorized Bogen dealer for many years, and thus also an authorized U.S. retailer for many of the biggest names in the business. These include Manfrotto tripods, which until recently were marketed in the U.S. under the Bogen brand name. If you came here looking for Bogen Tripods, you have come to the right place.
Manfrotto has a wide range of quality systems for all applications, budgets and camera weights. The video heads they produce offer a variety of technical solutions for camera balancing, drag control, load bearing and tripod mounting.
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Manfrotto Professional Photography Heads
Replacing the classic 3263 Deluxe Heavy-Duty Geared Head, the unique 400 Deluxe Geared Head offers precise geared movement in three directions with fold-away rotating handles for pan and tilt and side to side leveling by a separate handle. In addition, the tension holding the round quick release plate can be released to allow fine adjustment with complete safety. Designed to mount on either studio column stands or larger tripods, this geared head for medium and large format cameras provides the ultimate in fine adjustment and control to achieve the exact framing required. Three 1/4-20" screws for camera attachment are included.
Speed and digital precision are paramount in the latest 405 Pro Digital Geared Head. The 405 provides ideal support and fast, pinpoint positioning for professional medium format or 35mm cameras with conventional or digital backs and payloads up to 16.5 pounds. It utilizes large, easy-to-grip knobs that provide smooth, positive, geared control through 360-degree pan and +90-degree -30-degree frontal and lateral tilt. In addition to its 3-D geared functions, the 405 also incorporates a unique feature that allows you to instantly disengage the gears and rough position the camera by hand, then instantly reengage them for ultra-precise final alignment. Camera attachment: 1/4-20" + 3/8" screw.
The 468MG family of ball heads incorporates a technically advanced ball locking mechanism using hydrostatic action. The Manfrotto 468MG Hydrostatic Ball Head offers an easy-to-use fixed camera platform. Five different 468MG head configurations with interchangeable quick release plates of different shapes and sizes are also available. The body of each head is constructed in magnesium die casting with a two-inch Teflon coated aluminum ball, enabling smoother camera movements. The camera and head will seem like they have become one as the two move in complete unison with no headway effect during the locking phase. The heads also incorporate a calibrated, adjustable tension control allowing the ball tension to be preset for various camera weights.
Replacing the unique Manfrotto 3275 Junior Geared Head, the extremely compact Manfrotto 410 Junior Geared Head offers gear movement in three directions: pan, tilt and side-to-side tilt. The head incorporates a quick release camera plate system and is suitable for SLR and medium format cameras. Manfrotto geared heads combine the speed of a ball head and the precision of a three-way head. The extremely compact and light 410 is smallest of the range. Its 11-pound load capacity perfectly matches the range of SLR cameras both analog or digital available in the market. Camera attachment: 1/4-20" + 3/8" screw.
The Manfrotto 490RC4 Maxi Ball Head With RC4 Rapid connect System 490RC4 is the same as the 490 Maxi Ball Head, except that it is equipped with an RC4 (3274) quick release camera plate system. The 3274 quick release plate features a secondary safety catch and two spirit levels for precise leveling on both vertical and horizontal axes. The camera plate has 1/4-20" male thread. Head to tripod attachment is 3/8" female.
Replacing the 3039 Super Pro Three-Way Tripod Head, the Manfrotto 229 Super Pro Three-Way Head is able to carry loads up to 26.5 pounds. The 229 is finely machined for greater positioning with smooth, certain action. A quick release plate system enables cameras to be quickly interchanged, or go from tripod to hand-held and back rapidly. The quick release camera plate has a secondary safety catch for added security. Three spirit levels allow you to align the camera perfectly and painlessly for panoramic shots.
The top of Manfrotto's range of center ball heads, the 490 Maxi Ball Head is manufactured in die-cast aluminum with a precision phenol resin ball. The 490's features make it versatile and ideal for digital and traditional photographic equipment from 35mm to 20x25cm format up to 26.5 pounds in weight. The 490 features separate locks on its 360-degree pan and plus 90-degree/minus 90-degree tilt movements, with an additional friction control on the ball movement to give just the right resistance and smoothness with minimum effort, even with varying weight of equipment on board.
The Manfrotto 808RC4 photo head combines features of many existing Manfrotto photo heads into one modernized design. The aluminum 808RC4 3-way head offers fixed counterbalance springs on both the vertical and horizontal tilt for camera control. These counterbalance springs can be turned off or on in three separate positions to meet the individual photographer's needs. The 808RC4, which replaces the existing 3047 and 329RC4 photo heads, can support weight loads of up to 17.6 pounds and features two large, easy to see spirit levels. A new modern handle design allows for ease of use and comfort.
The 488 family of ball heads, with its solid aluminum construction and phenolic resin ball, is the ideal support for all traditional or digital small or medium format cameras. The Manfrotto 488 Midi Ball Head features separate fast action 'ratchet' locks on 360-degree pan and -90/+90-degree tilt movements. You can position your camera anywhere in a 180-degree sphere with confidence and ease. The Manfrotto 488 model offers an easy-to-use fixed camera platform. three different 488 head configurations with interchangeable quick release plates of different shapes and sizes are also available.
Take the versatility of a ball head, add true ergonomic control and you get the Manfrotto 322RC2 Horizontal Grip Action Ball Head: a photographic head that allows you to unblock, move, position and lock your camera with one hand in one position thanks to the revolutionary design of its grip handle, which incorporates the ball lock lever and can also mount the 322RS shutter release accessory. A friction control wheel lets you regulate the power of the blocking mechanism to match the weight of your camera/lens. The 322RC2 is made from magnesium for lightweight performance, and is designed to keep the weight of your kit as close as possible to the tripod's center of gravity by way of its reduced height. It is this fact, matched with the precision construction of the 322RC2 that gives the head its load capacity of 11 pounds.
The Manfrotto 486RC2 Compact Ball Head is equipped with an RC2 (200PL-14) quick release camera plate system. The 200PL-14 quick release plate features a secondary safety catch and has 1/4" male thread. Head to tripod attachment is 3/8" female. The Manfrotto Compact Ball Head is strong enough to take 35mm SLR cameras with medium lenses, and light medium format cameras. It has a single indexed 'ratchet' locking knob for 360-degree pan and plus/minus 90-degree tilt movements. The 486RC2 features an all-aluminum construction with a black finish.
The Manfrotto 222 Horizontal Grip Action Ball Head allows you to unblock, move, position and lock your camera with one hand in one position thanks to the revolutionary design of its grip handle, which incorporates the ball lock lever. Just grip the handle and you can position your camera anywhere within a 180-degree sphere. A separate friction control wheel lets you regulate the power of the blocking mechanism to match the weight of your camera/lens. The Manfrotto 222 Grip Action Ball Head, which replaces the 3265 Grip Action Ball Head is made of cast aluminum and supplied with the 200PL quick release camera plate with secondary safety lock. The 222 also features a built-in bubble level and tension adjustment. The 222 is ideal for 35mm cameras and digital SLRs with short or medium focal length lenses. Camera attachment is standard 1/4-inch screw mount.
Small and lightweight, the 701RC2 fluid video head is capable of accommodating a payload of up to 8.8 pounds, and is ideal for set-ups such as a fully-equipped 3 CCD mini DV camcorder or a spotting scope combined with a digital still or video camera for digiscoping purposes. It is equipped with a fixed 3.3-pound counterbalance spring and a sliding plate which can shift from +15mm to -15mm to deliver a wide range of balancing positions.
Replacing the 3437 head, the Manfrotto 460MG 3D Magnesium Three-Way Head is an innovative 3D head unlike any other. Cast from lightweight magnesium, the 460MG can be positioned in virtually any position to get the exact framing of the image. The lock system using spring-loaded conical joints allows greater flexibility than any other 3D head whether mounted on a tripod center column or lateral arm. The rubber grip knobs provide finger tip control and won't poke you in the eye like conventional handles do. The 460MG is the ideal head in combination with the MagFiber line for 35mm SRLs and medium format cameras, both digital and film. The quick release camera plate has a secondary safety catch for added security.
The 700RC2 is a compact and lightweight 2-movement head designed principally to support the latest digital video equipment but also well-suited to still photography cameras with medium and long telephoto lenses. The 700RC2 has a fixed length pan bar with padded handle and separate locking mechanisms for the pan and tilt. Smooth and constant movements on both axes are assured by a fixed system of fluid cartridges.
The 804RC2 3-way photo head is constructed of ultra-durable and lightweight technical polymer that reduces the weight of the head to a mere 1.74 pounds while retaining the strength and stability to easily withstand the daily rigors of the professional photographer. The lower profile 804RC2 features a spirit level and a fixed counterbalance spring on the tilt motion to help support varying equipment loads of up to 8.8 lbs. Ergonomic and newly designed handles fit comfortably in the hand, while the standard quick release plate fits snugly in the low-profile receiver.
The Manfrotto Compact Ball Head is strong enough to take 35mm SLR cameras with medium lenses, and light medium format cameras. It has a single indexed 'ratchet' locking knob for 360-degree pan and plus/minus 90-degree tilt movements. The 486 features an all-aluminum construction with a black finish. Camera attachment is via a 60mm platform with 1/4-inch male thread. Head to tripod attachment is 3/8-inch female.
The Manfrotto 484RC2 Mini Ball Head With RC2 Rapid connect System 484RC2 is the same as the 484 Mini Ball Head, except that it is equipped with an RC2 (200PL-14) quick release camera plate system. The 200PL-14 quick release plate features a secondary safety catch and has 1/4" male thread. Head to tripod attachment is 3/8" female. The Manfrotto Mini Ball Head is designed for use with compact, 35mm and small digital cameras. The strong die-cast construction, precision-machined aluminum housing and ball provide excellent smooth movements across all tilt positions. It has a single indexed 'ratchet' locking knob for 360-degree pan and plus/minus 90-degree tilt movements.
Replacing the Manfrotto 3025 3-Way Head, the 056 3D Junior Head is the ideal head for 35mm and light to medium format work. Carefully selected materials, plus design and construction techniques combine to help save weight without sacrificing stability or strength. With a separate lock on each axis of movement, this head can be precisely adjusted, and panning/tracking can be achieved on any axis.
The Manfrotto 484 Mini Ball Head is designed for use with compact, 35mm and small digital cameras. The strong die-cast construction, precision-machined aluminum housing and ball provide excellent smooth movements across all tilt positions. It has a single indexed 'ratchet' locking knob for 360-degree pan and plus/minus 90-degree tilt movements. Camera attachment is via a 60mm platform with 1/4-inch male thread. Head to tripod attachment is 3/8-inch female.
The 390RC2 Three-Way Photo/Video Head is designed to allow still photography or video application. It is equipped with a quick-release 200PL-14 camera plate system and Teflon pads to ensure smooth pan and tilt movements with independent locks. The pan-locking bar is padded with soft non-slip rubber. Although created with the needs of the video cameraman in mind, the 390RC2 is just as adept at supporting scopes, binoculars or still cameras with medium or long tele lenses.
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