Manfrotto MH055M8-Q5 Magnesium Photo-Movie Head with Q5 Quick Release

The Manfrotto photo-movie head is the right product for all those photographers utilizing the new functionalities of their video DSLR for producing high quality multimedia photo/movie content using a single support and without accepting any compromise in photo or video mode.

The MH055M8-Q5 is an innovative photo-movie head developed to be the ideal solution for the new HD DSLRs with embedded video functions. With a single product it is possible to have an extraordinary photo head and a full-featured video head. The unique Photo-Movie selector makes switching from shooting photos to videos quick and immediate. 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 the 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.

Head height: 13.5cm
Weight: 1.3kg
Maximum load: 7kg
Pan: 360°
Frontal tilt: +93°-90°
Lateral tilt: +90°-20°
Suggested tripods: cf 055 series/755CX3