Manfrotto 504HD Pro Video Head main features
- PAN fluid drag system for a more ergonomic operation
- Easy Link Connectors for a more flexible accessory attachment
- Wider top plate and longer sliding plate for extra stability and balance while using video or photo equipment
- More rigid structure for maximum precision and improved responsiveness
- 4-step counterbalance system ensures quick set-up and optimal performance
- Ball-bearing drag system for precise, smooth movements
- Lightweight modern materials for optimum balance of strength and size
Variable Friction
Much development attention has gone in to Manfrotto's new variable friction (FDS) components in order to guarantee outstanding fluidity of movement around both TILT and PAN axes.
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).
Variable Friction Elements
- Easy-Link Connectors
Two 3/8” Easy-Link Connectors are located on the top plate to allow accessories, such as monitors or lights, to be easily and securely attached. This new feature means the camera hot shoe can be used for other accessories, or kept free to reduce weight and lower the centre of gravity for improved stability.
- Brakes
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.
- Safety Pin
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.
- 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.
- Head Levelling
The back-lit bubble spirit level lets you level the head even in low light conditions.
Improved Counterbalance
The 504HD’s CounterBalance System is an evolutionary step above our older versions, and can now balance loads up to 7.5kg (16.5lb). The 504HD’s CBS has four step settings:
- STEP 0: Off
- STEP 1: min (2.5kg – 5.5lb)
- STEP 2: mid (5kg – 11lb)
- STEP 3: max (7.5kg – 16.5lb)
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