Manfrotto MVH502A & 546GB Kit
The Manfrotto 502A Pro Video Head with 75mm Half Ball is an affordable yet remarkably fully featured professional head that represents an advance over the popular 501HDV, with sturdier construction and a half ball for precise leveling on a corresponding tripod. The 502A comes in two versions—the "A" ball-base version such as this one, and the "AH" flat-base version which is separately available.
Featuring Manfrotto's patented bridging technology (inherited from the 509 and 504 heads), the 502A is designed for executing cinematic moves with compact camcorders and DSLR video cameras. The weight limit is 15.43 lb and counterbalance supports up to 8.8 lb. The balance plate's 3.27" range allows you to correct for uneven payloads that might be due to matte boxes or exotic DSLR rig configurations.
The bridging technology ensures that the pan friction control is intuitive and easy to set, but also protected against knocks. There are independent locks for pan and tilt, and drag for both is selectable in a continuous range from zero to the max level. This allows you to operate the head in a confident, smooth manner using the included pan bar.
For video tripods with 75mm half balls
75mm half ball connects to the corresponding bowl in a tripod
Pan drag and tilt drag are continuously adjustable from 0 (no drag) to the maximum level
Sliding quick release plate secured by secondary safety system
546GB Pro Video Tripod with Ground-Level Spreader
The Manfrotto 546GB Pro Video Tripod with Ground-level Spreader is an aluminum two stage/3 section tripod that combines stability and strength with affordability. Reaching a maximum height of 62.4", the 546GB is capable of supporting up to 44 lbs (20kg). Its spiked feet come with rubber overshoes, allowing setups on both smooth floors and uneven surfaces, while a newly designed ground-level telescopic spreader keeps the legs exactly where you need them.
502A Pro Video Head with 75mm Half Ball
75mm Half Ball
Pan Bar
504PLONG Long Quick Release Mounting Plate
546GB Pro Video Tripod with Ground-Level Spreader
502A Pro Video Head with 75mm Half Ball
Load Capacity | 15.43 lb / 7.0 kg static weight |
Diameter/Thread | 75 mm half ball |
Counter Balance System | Spring-loaded |
Counter Balance Range | One fixed spring for 8.8 lb / 4 kg camera weight |
Center of Gravity | Not specified by manufacturer |
Quick Release/Wedge Plate | 504PLONG plate with 1/4"-20 & 3/8"-16 screws |
Balance Plate | 504PLONG plate slides 3.27" / 83.0 mm |
Tilt Drag | Continuously adjustable from 0 to max level |
Tilt Range | -80° to +90° tilt range front to back |
Tilt Lock | Yes |
Spring Loaded Counter Balance | Yes |
Pan Drag | Continuously adjustable from 0 to max level |
Pan Range | 360° |
Pan Lock | Yes |
Pan Bar | 1 included |
Leveling Bubble/Illuminated | Yes / not specified by manufacturer |
Material | Aluminum |
Color | Black |
Temperature Range | -4 to +104 °F / -20 to +60 °C |
Height | 5.91" / 15.0 cm |
Weight | 3.97 lb / 1.8 kg |
546GB Pro Video Tripod with Ground-Level Spreader
Material of Construction | Black anodized aluminum |
Maximum Height | 62.4" (158.5 cm) |
Maximum Height w/o Column Extended | Not applicable |
Minimum Height | 12.8" (32.5 cm) |
Folded Length | 27.17" (69 cm) |
Load Capacity | 44 lb (20 kg) |
Bubble Level | Yes |
Weight | Legs: 7.72 lbs (3.5 kg) |
Legs | |
Leg Stages / Sections | 2/3 |
Independent Leg Spread | No |
Head Bowl | 75 mm |
Leg Tube Diameters | 16, 25 mm |
Leg Cross Section | Round |
Leg Lock Type | Flip-lock |
Spiked/Retractable Feet | Removable rubber feet |
Center Brace | Mid-level spreader |
Suggested Dolly | 114MV - 181B |
Suggested Spreader | 533SPRB |