The PH-26 Aluminum 2-Way Pan Head from Vanguard offers single-hand control for panning and tilting, making it easy to track a moving subject quickly and precisely. The included QS-71P quick release plate offers a firm foundation for a spotting scope, monocular, binoculars, or camera. It can also be used with a smartphone when paired with a separately available adapter clamp.

This compact but robust 2-way pan head has a load capacity of 13.2 pounds and allows one-handed control, leaving one hand free to operate camera controls with ease. Complete control is available with a flick of the wrist thanks to handle-based locking system, and the extendable pan handle easily folds for packing.

Load Capacity: 13.2 lb    Weight: 1.1 lb    Arca-Type Quick Release with Plate    CNC-Machined Aluminum Construction    Extendable Pan Handle    Handle-Based Locking System

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can the pan/tilt head be easily replaced with a Gimbal head, and is it stable when using a gimbal head?

A: The head is removable and has a 1/4-20" mount but I would not recommend using a gimbal with this tripod, it would not be stable enough.

Q: 2. Will this work with the peak design arca camera plate?

A: Yes. Peak Design's plates (which are also arca-swiss style) will work with this tripod's head. :)

Q: 3. Can this support the Canon EOS 60D

A: Yes, more support then you'll ever need with a 60D.

Q: 4. Can I use this head without the handle? IOW, can I tighten the tilt angle and remove the handle?

A: Unfortunately, the handle in the Vanguard PH-26 Aluminum 2-Way Pan Head is not removable.

Q: 5. Does it have a built in level?

A: Yes, the Vanguard VEO 3+ 263CP Carbon Fiber Tripod with VEO 2 PH-38 Pan Head has two bubble levels.

Q: 6. Someone know how it works the photo-panorama switch in the pan head? a twisted and I really don't see any difference

A: what the position change does, when turned to panorama, causes the head to be always movable (rotatable) (to take panorama shots) regardless of how tight you turn the 2 large knobs.when the position in not in panorama mode, the large knobs can be tightened to effectively 'lock' the head, so it can not be moved at all... This is the only way to actually 'lock' the position of the head from movement on any axis.if you do not notice any difference between the positions, you are likely not tightening one of the large knobs tight enough. note: that there is no panorama friction adjustment in panorama mode, but it is reasonably smooth. If you are looking for a head primarily for video panning shots, you are better off choosing one with longer knobs, as although this is a nice head, it is best suited for general, fixed shots due to the short knobs and their respective positional adjustment range.

Q: 7. Is the tripod compatible with a 4x5 camera?

A: Yes, As long as the 4x5 camera and lens are no heavier than 11 pounds, the Vanguard Alta Pro 2+ 263AP Aluminum-Alloy Tripod Kit with Alta PH-32 3-Way, Pan-and-Tilt Head is compatible.

Q: 8. Is this Ball Head: Velbon QHD-63Q Ball Head with Quick-Release Plate the right accessory for this tripod? Regards

A: Yes, the Velbon QHD-63Q Ball Head with Quick-Release Plate could also be used.

Q: 9. Can the legs be locked at other angle besides the stated 23, 50 or 80 degree? Some tripod allows the legs to be locked at any angle between 0 and 90.

A: No. This has set angles.

Q: 10. Why doesn't B&H offer bundling discount options like it does for the Manfrotto MT190XPRO4 AT with the MHXPRO 2-way pan-and-tilt head???

A: Unfortunately not all items have bundling discounts, we apologize about that.