The Manfrotto 509HD Professional Video Head supports professional video camera systems weighing up to 29 lb. A four-step counterbalance mechanism ensures optimum balance and helps for quick setup. The tripod head features ergonomic adjustments and Easy Link connectors, and it uses lightweight PVC-free materials in its components. Featuring bridging technology with a ball bearing drag system, this tripod head offers professional-quality stability as well as precise, smooth movements.

A unique Advance Balancing Recorder (ABR) feature can record the perfect balanced position for your camera equipment so that the position can be recalled later on. This electronic ABR feature reduces the time needed for setting up and balancing your camera system on the tripod head.

Manfrotto 509HD Head with 100mm Ball    645 Twin FAST Aluminum Tripod Legs    2-in-1 Mid-Level/Ground Spreader    Carry Bag Included

Tripod head for professional video applications

Load capacity up to 29 lb

4-step counterbalance mechanism ensures optimum balance and quick setup

Ergonomic adjustments and Easy Link connectors

Uses lightweight PVC-free materials in its components

Bridging Technology with a ball bearing drag system for professional quality stability as well as precise, smooth movements

Advance Balancing Recorder (ABR) records the perfect balanced position for your camera equipment so that the position can be recalled later on

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Specs claims the tripod legs weigh 7.16 Lbs ?? really - sounds alot for this tiny aluminum alloy body

A: That sounds about right. I have three of these tripods, they are excellent and sturdy. The weight is accurate. This is one of the tallest tripods I have ever owned and loving it.

Q: 2. Can you recommend a slim tie down for a Cartoni 100mm ball head that works with this tripod? The tie down that comes with the head is to big and you can not fold the legs with it.

A: The Manfrotto 645 FAST Twin Leg Video Tripod with Ultra L-Lock Mechanism (Carbon Fiber) (B&H# MAMVTTWINFCU) can accept a 100mm half ball for mounting a tripod head, including those from Cartoni. While we do not know which Cartoni half ball or tripod head you're using, this is the only low profile tie down knob we offer, and unfortunately it is only for Mitchell heads: https://bhpho.to/3OK3yDH We're showing you that so that you get an idea of what it looks like, and because it's not impossible that you also have access to compatible a Mitchell head. Having said that, we would recommend contacting the manufacturer of your chosen half ball about a lower profile option for your particular equipment since the Mitchell option (above) is the only one we carry.

Q: 3. can we use the ground spreader ( Manfrotto 165MV On-Ground Tripod Spreader BH# MA165MV) with the tripod?

A: Yes, the Manfrotto 165MV Ground Spreader for Spiked Tripod is compatible with this tirpod. https://bhpho.to/3qIZLLu

Q: 4. Will this work with the Ronin S quick release plate?

A: Unfortunately it will not.

Q: 5. When closed, what is the circumference of these are there widest point?

A: The Manfrotto 645 FAST Twin Leg Video Tripod with Ultra L-Lock Mechanism (Aluminum) are approximately 7.5" in diameter when folded.

Q: 6. Do you recommend using a mid-level spreader with this tripod? If so, which one?

A: The Manfrotto 645 FAST Twin Leg Video Tripod with Ultra L-Lock Mechanism (Carbon Fiber) does not work with mid-level spreaders. Here is ground spreader it works with. Manfrotto 165MV Ground Spreader for Spiked Tripod BH #MA165MV • MFR #165MV

Q: 7. Battery

A: Battery: https://bhpho.to/2HPrfrN Installation: https://bit.ly/2HNRXBe

Q: 8. I purchased this tripod a year ago or so. I noticed that the legs in this photo are not the ones that were sent to me. Did I overpay and get a subpar set of legs? Thank youSteve

A: You got the wrong legs if they are different from the one in the picture. Mine look just like these.

Q: 9. What is the maximum height?

A: The maximum working height on this is 56.5" / 143.5 cm.

Q: 10. Where is this unit manufactured please?

A: The country of origin for this item would be China.