The Video 25 Plus from Sachtler is unusually light for a Studio/OB head. With its 7-step, temperature-independent damping system, the Video 25 Plus displays an 18-step counterbalance that can be adjusted easily and safely in nine stages with the well-known Sachtler dial. Fine-tuning is achieved via a half-step function, which can either be engaged or disengaged. Tilt angles up to 90° are no trouble for the Video 25 Plus, even under maximum load. It includes the well-known features from Sachtler, such as the Touch & Go quick release system, self-illuminating touch bubble, and horizontal and vertical brakes conveniently located and easy to reach.

Frictionless Leakproof Fluid Damping with Seven Levels of Drag

A prerequisite for perfect pictures is a panning movement without jerks and vibrations. Sachtler's patented damping system offers individual modules that are frictionless and contain no hydraulic oil. They are permanently leakproof. The damping action of heads is identical across both horizontal and vertical planes and offers you seven steps of drag, for smooth camerawork under the toughest of rough conditions. You can completely disengage the drag for fast panning without affecting the dynamic counterbalance system.

Touch & Go Quick Release / Automatic Locking System

With the Touch & Go system, the camera plate is secured to the camera while the mating balance plate is mounted on the fluid head. All you need to do is slip the camera into position, engage the mechanism, and the camera is locked firmly in place. When finished, just disengage the latch and go. When you set the camera up for the next shot, you have all the original settings. It also features a safety lock lever that prevents inadvertent disengagement of the camera latch.

Sliding Balance Plate

The sliding camera mount and plate with a 4.4" (150mm ball base) or 3.9" (flat base) sliding range allows you to compensate precisely for a variety of configuration weights, ensuring perfect balance across the horizontal plane. Most importantly, once adjusted, the settings cannot be lost.

18-Step Dynamic Counterbalancing System

Built with torsion springs, the dynamic counterbalancing system compensates for torques as the camera tilts, preventing the camera from inadvertently tipping and ensuring that it is positioned securely at any tilt angle, freeing you to concentrate fully on your camerawork. Its 18-step counterbalance allows adjustments in nine stages and fine-tunes by half-step function. It can be activated and deactivated individually. Independent from the damping system, they work silently and without the need for maintenance.

Safe at Any Temperature

Pressure or temperature does not influence the damping system. It has an operating range from
-40 to 140°F and works without friction. Shoot wherever you want, from torrid heat to cold climates.

• Vibrationless vertical/horizontal brakes for maximum safety in fast-paced reporting situations.
• Built-in illuminated bubble for horizontal leveling uses a conventional battery and ensures easy leveling, even under unfavorable lighting conditions.
• Load capacity of 80 lb is ideally suited for HD and widescreen cameras.