This B&H Kit includes the Manfrotto 502AH Pro Video Head and the MT055XPRO3 Aluminum Tripod. The 502AH features a flat base and 22 lb payload, and the tripod offers a max height of 67" with the center column raised. The standard max height is 55".
Manfrotto 502AH Pro Video Head with Flat Base
The Manfrotto 502AH Pro Video Head with Flat Base is an affordable yet remarkably fully featured professional head that represents an advance over the popular 501HDV, with sturdier construction and featuring Manfrotto's patented bridging technology (inherited from the 509 and 504 heads). This head is designed for executing cinematic moves with compact camcorders and DSLR cameras. The 502AH comes in two versions—the "AH" flat base version with a 3/8"-16 mounting hole such as this one, and the "A" ball base version, which is separately available.
The weight capacity is 22 lb and the counterbalance supports 8.8 lb. The balance plate's 3.27" range allows you to correct for uneven payloads due to matte boxes or DSLR rig configurations.
The bridging technology ensures that the pan friction control is intuitive and easy to set but is 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 maximum level. This allows you to operate the head in a confident, smooth manner using the included pan bar.
Manfrotto MT055XPRO3 Aluminum Tripod
The Manfrotto MT055XPRO3 Aluminum Tripod is a three-section support that replaces the 055XPROB tripod. It has a load capacity of 44 lb and extends from 3.5" to 67". Its legs are secured by the Quick Power Locks. These updated flip locks increase the tripod's rigidity by 50%, and its load capacity by 4.4 lb over its predecessor.
A redesigned center column has a "one finger" operation, and includes an Easy Link attachment for attaching accessories such as an LED light or a reflector. The center column can be positioned horizontally, allowing for low-angle and macro photography. The upper disc where a tripod head is mounted has been redesigned as well, and now has a bull's eye bubble level that rotates 360° so you can locate it where you can see it. This allows you to level your camera on both the horizontal and vertical planes.
Key Specs
Camera Plate Features | Quick Release |
Camera Plate Type | 504PLONG |
Camera Mounting Screw | 1 x 1/4"-20 Male 1 x 3/8"-16 Male |
Base Mount | 3/8"-16 Female Flat Base |
Load Capacity | 22 lb / 10 kg |
Materials | Aluminum |
Camera Plate
Camera Plate Features | Quick Release |
Camera Plate Type | 504PLONG |
Camera Mounting Screw | 1 x 1/4"-20 Male 1 x 3/8"-16 Male |
Balance Plate Sliding Range | 3.27" / 83 mm |
Head
Base Mount | 3/8"-16 Female Flat Base |
Counter Balance | Fixed (8.82 lb / 4 kg) |
Center of Gravity | 2.17" / 5.51 cm |
Pan Handle Fittings | 2 x Rosette |
Bubble Level | 1 |
Accessory Mounting | 1 x 3/8"-16 Female Thread |
Base Diameter | 2.95" / 7.49 cm |
Height | 5.12" / 13.00 cm |
Pan & Tilt
Drag Control | Pan: Continuous Plus 0 Tilt: Continuous Plus 0 |
Drag Type | Fluid |
Vertical Tilt | +90° to -80° |
Panning Range | 360° |
General
Load Capacity | 22 lb / 10 kg |
Materials | Aluminum |
Operating Temperature | -4 to 140°F / -20 to 60°C |
Weight | 3.73 lb / 1.69 kg |
Packaging Info
Package Weight | 5.3 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 15.15 x 8.65 x 8.55" |
Key Specs
Load Capacity | 44 lb / 20 kg |
Head Mount Type | 3/8"-16 Male |
Maximum Working Height | 67" / 170.2 cm |
Minimum Working Height | 3.5" / 8.9 cm |
Closed Length | 24" / 61 cm |
Materials | Aluminum Alloy |
Leg Lock Type | Flip Lock |
Leg Sections | 3 |
General
Load Capacity | 44 lb / 20 kg |
Head Mount Type | 3/8"-16 Male |
Maximum Working Height | 67" / 170.2 cm |
Max Height without Center Column | 55" / 139.7 cm |
Minimum Working Height | 3.5" / 8.9 cm |
Closed Length | 24" / 61 cm |
Materials | Aluminum Alloy |
Weight | 5.5 lb / 2.5 kg |
Legs
Leg Lock Type | Flip Lock |
Independent Leg Spread | Yes |
Leg Sections | 3 |
Bubble Level | Yes |
Center Column
Center Column Sections | 1 |
Center Column Extension Type | Rapid |
Lateral / 90-Degree Center Column | Yes |
Packaging Info
Package Weight | 6.5 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 25.5 x 5.5 x 5.3" |