The HeadPLUS PRO v3 Pan and Tilt Head from edelkrone is an updated, sturdy aluminum and stainless steel head with smooth and automatic pan and tilt functions, supporting a maximum load of 20 lb. The versatile unit mounts onto a tripod with a 3/8"-16 screw, or it can be paired with the SliderPLUS, SliderONE, DollyONE, DollyPLUS, JibONE, and JibPLUS for smooth, accurate, sharply focused sliding shots.

The HeadPLUS PRO can be accurately controlled using the edelkrone smartphone app or can be moved manually. Mounting on the SliderPLUS or DollyPLUS allows objects to be automatically tracked, producing dramatic motion shots. The unit supports time-lapse capture and special effects shots aided by recorded and repeated motions with a maximum speed of 360° in 10 seconds. An automatic point tracking feature enables you to lock to any point in a 3D space while moving on edelkrone sliders, jibs, or dollies. 

A separately available Laser Module allows you to record the distance and location of your subject, tracking it while in motion. An integrated LANC port facilitates triggering your camera's shutter with an optional cable. The head folds down flat, making it easy to store in a production bag. The included L-bracket supports payloads up to 20 lb, and the unit can be powered via the included AC/DC adapter and NP-F battery plates or by using optional V-mount, Gold mount, or LP-E6 options.

Smooth, Automatic Pan and Tilt Head    20 lb Maximum Load    Use on Tripod, SliderPLUS, DollyPLUS    Manual or Smartphone App Control    Instant Point Teaching    Time-Lapse, FX, Precise Dual Motors    Maximum Speed of 360° in 10 Seconds    Stainless Steel Components    Folding Design, Aluminum Construction

The HeadPLUS PRO v3 is made with CNC-machined aluminum and can hold an equipment load of up to 20 lb. It folds down flat to fit in a bag.

The head requires no calibration and operates smoothly and silently. You can either program it for automated motion or operate it manually.

With the edelkrone exclusive Point Tracking Feature, you can lock on to any point in a 3D space while your camera is moving on edelkrone sliders, jibs, or dollies. With the separate buttons to control the body and head, you can trigger any body motion without worrying about the head control. The HeadPLUS PRO v3 will act automatically to keep the point fixed in the frame, giving you amazing parallax results.

By using your camera, aim at the same point from two separate angles and set a point. The app will guide you step by step in a matter of seconds.

Point Buttons allow the unit to lock on a target point, so once you trigger body motion by using any of the position buttons, the unit will adjust itself in real time, keeping the frame locked on the point.

While your Slider/Jib/Dolly is in motion, point tracking mode uses real-time inverse kinematic calculations to adjust the pan, tilt, and focus of the HeadPLUS PRO. This method is unique to edelkrone motion control systems, and since it uses no image processing, it is currently the best-performing and most reliable parallax video solution in the market.

Keypose mode is the base controlling mode that works with all edelkrone devices and device groups. With this mode, you can save the current pose of the devices to a single button. By saving several poses on separate Keypose buttons, you can create smooth transitions between them.

The HeadPLUS PRO v3 can be installed on a tripod with a 3/8"-16 mount, and it comes with an L-bracket.

Connect the edelkrone smartphone app via Bluetooth to control speed and record/repeat motions for time-lapses, visual effects, or other complex shots.

You can purchase the optional Laser Module to pinpoint your subject, learn its distance, and track it when performing complex pan-and-tilt sliding shots.

Power with the included AC/DC adapter, NP-F battery plates, or optional V-mount, Gold mount, and LP-E6 battery plates.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Warranty

A: The edelkrone HeadPLUS PRO v2 Pan and Tilt Head comes with a Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty against factory defects.

Q: 2. is there a demo video?

A: There are no official videos. However, an internet search will show consumer videos regarding the head. Unfortunately, we cannot vouch for these videos.

Q: 3. What is the difference between vs 2 and vs 3?

A: Edelkrone claims V3 is easier to adjust, so much so that only one hand is needed. The other difference, this has a cheaper list price. However, that was negated by retail pricing. The final difference, the V2 is no longer made so the V3 is what is available.

Q: 4. Why is panning limited to 340 degrees rather than 360 and more?

A: The following unit was designed with hard stoppers at 340 degrees in order to mount and dismount to heads and flat base support.

Q: 5. Can this be mounted upside down on a jib arm?

A: In theory, yes, but the mass (weight) of the structure may reduce the max weight limit of the camera by some %.

Q: 6. Is there a external rechargeable power unit for remote locations?

A: It doesn't, so I purchased a Goal Zero YETI portable battery power source. I actually have 2 of them, the 150 and the 400 (for extended use). They both work well and give the Gimbal plenty of power.

Q: 7. Can I used this with a BMCC 4K for video?

A: Yes, the Edelkrone FlexTILT Head v3 will support the BMCC 4K as long as the payload with the lens is under 5.5 pounds. The BMCC 4K weighs 1.59 pounds, so as long as the added lens is under 3.91 pounds, there will be no issue using the Edelkrone FlexTILT Head v3.

Q: 8. Does this fit on a AKB2 type tripod? I bought that mount from B&H a few years ago but am not happy with the tripod ball head which is not safe when using a long telephoto lens (I broke my 100-400 trying to take a nightscape)

A: Yes, the Induro PHD3 Pan and Tilt Head will fit on a AKB2 tripod.

Q: 9. Can we do programmable moves?

A: We're afraid not. This is not a programmable head.

Q: 10. Will this fit with the benro monopod?

A: Yes on pretty much any monopod