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Manfrotto Photo-Movie Tripod Head with Quick Release 5, Fluid Head for Camera Tripods, Compatible with DSLR Cameras, Photography Equipment for Content Creation and Vlogging
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Color | Black |
Brand | Manfrotto |
Compatible Devices | Camera |
Item Weight | 2.8 Pounds |
Maximum Weight Recommendation | 7 Kilograms |
About this item
- VERSATILE: Suitable for taking photos and videos, changing between one format and another quickly and easily
- COMPATIBLE: This head is suitable for all the latest and most advanced equipment, for example it is ideal with the new DSLR cameras with integrated video function
- STURDY: Holds up to 7kg, which means it can be adapted to a large variety of cameras
- PERFECT FRAMING: This tripod head has been integrated with fluid cartridges and an adjustable balance control, which guarantees you a perfect shot on any occasion
- 360° FLUID MOVEMENTS: The ball head allows you to move quickly and without jerking, rotating up to 360° thanks to the adjustable friction control
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Quality of material | — | — | 5.0 | 4.8 | 4.5 | 4.6 |
Stability | — | — | 4.8 | 4.6 | 4.5 | 4.4 |
Light weight | — | — | 4.6 | 4.7 | — | 4.8 |
Sturdiness | — | — | — | 4.7 | 4.1 | 4.5 |
Sold By | Amazon Japan | Ranjin Technology | Lixinshunyi | SmallRig | JOBY com | Avella Photo |
compatible devices | Camera | Manfrotto tripod head series | Camera | Camera, Monitor | Camera | Camera |
max. recommended weight | 7 kilograms | 2 kilograms | 8.8 pounds | 10 kilograms | 17.6 pounds | 0.85 kilograms |
weight | 2.8 pounds | 66 grams | 0.39 kilograms | 124 grams | 0.9 pounds | 1.9 pounds |
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Product Dimensions | 6.9 x 15 x 10.23 inches |
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Item Weight | 2.8 pounds |
ASIN | B0049F19AC |
Item model number | MH055M8-Q5 |
Customer Reviews |
3.8 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #784 in Tripod Heads #2,384 in Complete Tripod Units |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | June 22, 2017 |
Manufacturer | Manfrotto |
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Product Description
The innovative photo-movie head is developed to simply be the best and most ideal solution for the new HD DSLRs with embedded video functions. With a single product it is possible to take advantage of an extraordinary Photo Head and a Fully Featured video head. The unique Photo-Movie selector makes switching from shooting photos to videos quick and immediate, experiencing the best of both worlds. In Photo mode the head provides the speed and maximum freedom in all directions, like a ball head combined with an incredibly precise, smooth and controlled movement never experienced before thanks to the fluid cartridges and an adjustable counter balance control. In Video mode a fully featured video head allows for a precise and fluid movement for pan and tilt with all of the typical video settings, including friction control. The pan bar is reversible for right or left hand users and it can quickly be removed and fixed on a tripod leg thanks to the included rest clip. Technical Specifications: Front Tilt -90° / +90°; 60mm Head Bowl; Lateral Tilt +90° / -20° tilt range ; Load Capacity 7 kg 15.43 lbs.; Material magnesium; Pan Drag continuously adjustable from 0 to max level; 360 degrees Panoramic Rotation; Spring Loaded Counter Balance proportional / free / off; Tilt Drag continuously adjustable from 0 to max level; Weight 45.06 oz.; Working Height 5.31 in.
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Customers like the quality, performance, and smoothness of the camera support. For example, they mention it's well built, sturdy, and reliable. That said, some complain about the size, saying it'd be too top heavy. Opinions are mixed on adjustability.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the camera support. They mention that it is well built, sturdy, smooth, and reliable. Some say that the construction is rock solid and feels amazingly solid. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...If you want light this isn't the head you want but if you want secure and reliable for both photography and video capability in one head, you can't..." Read more
"...This is a very good quality head that I will be using for a number of years. Aside from the handle the build quality is excellent." Read more
"...I really like how easy it is to tighten the device, and it feels very secure... There is one rather large flaw in this item though...." Read more
"...On a positive note I will say it seems well built and sturdy. Although, a bit heavy for a magnesium construction...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the camera support. They mention that it works great for still photography, and the video head is smooth and easy to use. Some say that it's useful and resistant, but a little heavy.
"...In photography mode, everything works well and all is tight..no drift. I really like it...." Read more
"The video head works great. Very smooth and easy to use. The only issue as other mentioned was the handle - very cheap aluminum tubing...." Read more
"...This is exactly what I was looking for and works great. The quick release system is much better than the standard manfrotto release system...." Read more
"...Even with these strange design quirks, it is a very functional and high quality tripod head. This head is more practical for video than for stills...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the smoothness of the camera support. They mention that it is well built, sturdy, and reliable. They also appreciate the smooth panning and the ability to get the camera in any position needed.
"...In Movie mode panning is smooth and you can get the camer in any position needed...." Read more
"The video head works great. Very smooth and easy to use. The only issue as other mentioned was the handle - very cheap aluminum tubing...." Read more
"...Very easy to set up and use. Panning is smooth and easy to adjust.. Switching from photo to video is easy and the panning rod can be removed very..." Read more
"Very solid head by Manfrotto as expected. Very smooth panning. This is the first of its kind so I expect some flaws. For example:-..." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the camera support. They say it's worth the price.
"Great head for the price. Well built, sturdy, smooth, and reliable. Lots of features for video and still...." Read more
"...Delivery was fast. Definitely worth the price." Read more
"Money well spent It works better than expected" Read more
"Good video head at a good price..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the adjustability of the camera support. Some mention that it's easy to adjust, while others say that the short bolts make it hard to tighten. The mechanism is overly complicated and the head keeps coming loose at the base.
"...What a terrific head for any tripod. I really like how easy it is to tighten the device, and it feels very secure... There is one rather large flaw..." Read more
"...It's bulky, due to it's double us, and I do have trouble keeping the pan head handle tight, but other then that this is the best head I've ever..." Read more
"...Very easy to set up and use. Panning is smooth and easy to adjust.. Switching from photo to video is easy and the panning rod can be removed very..." Read more
"...the head keeps coming loose at the base, where the overly complicated mechanism needs tightening but not too much tightening to get it back to normal..." Read more
Customers are not satisfied with the size of the camera support. They mention that it is a little heavy, bulky, and unbalanced. Some say that the head becomes too top heavy.
"Without a doubt this is the favorite tripod head I've ever used. It's bulky, due to it's double us, and I do have trouble keeping the pan head..." Read more
"...Although, a bit heavy for a magnesium construction.Not sure what I am going to do with this...." Read more
"...Oh, and it's heavy. Even with carbon fiber legs, the head becomes too top heavy and unbalanced.This now sits permanently on my shelf...." Read more
"...CONS- Can be heavy at times but your trade off is that it covers many functions.-..." Read more
Customers find the release mechanism of the camera support a little difficult at times. They also say the quick release lock is too close to the base of their camera, making it hard to tighten. Customers also mention that the quick-release plate screw can fall out if you're using the smaller screw.
"...because the quick release locking nut can't be tightened with a SLR installed unless you move the camera all the way back to the back of the head...." Read more
"...Quick Release lock is too close to the base of your camera, it's hard to tighten- Handle bar is quite long and no shorter option is available...." Read more
"...The one thing I don't like is the quick release. It is a very long plate that bolts to the camera body. It has to be that way for video...." Read more
"...For example:- The quick release plate screw can fall out if you're using the smaller screw for DSLR only during storage if you're not..." Read more
Customers are not satisfied with the appearance of the camera support. They mention that it has strange design quirks and an awkward shape.
"...Seems like a bad design to me. Even with these strange design quirks, it is a very functional and high quality tripod head...." Read more
"...Somewhat awkward shape (if you try to put into a tripod bag it will need to be wide enough)-..." Read more
"...3.- Design issues: The knob to secure the mounting plate gets blocked once the camera is on the head...." Read more
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Not sure what I am going to do with this. Anyone here want my slightly used Manfrotto MH055M8-Q5 055 MAG Photo-Movie Head for cheap? I would feel too guilty selling this on Ebay knowing they will not like it. I should have spent more time reading over the reviews here before ordering this, so I hope this will help someone else make the right decision.
Oh, and it's heavy. Even with carbon fiber legs, the head becomes too top heavy and unbalanced.
This now sits permanently on my shelf. I've owned it for 3 years, but only got about a year out of it before I decommissioned it.
Do the design quirks prevent me from using the head effectively? No.
Would I buy this same head again? No.
Top reviews from other countries
So lässt sich endlich beides perfekt und ohne Kompromisse (für mich) kombinieren
I attached medium to fairly heavy lenses on the head and it held well .... some pics added for review reference ....
Reviewed in India on January 25, 2017
I attached medium to fairly heavy lenses on the head and it held well .... some pics added for review reference ....
Pour les passionnés de photos voilà donc un produit sans faille.
Je ne peux que conseiller cette référence et à tous les indécis acheter ....chez Amazone ...moins cher et livré rapidement.
Bien sûr le pied doit être adapté ..le 055 très bien
Unico inconveniente, è abbastanza ingombrante.