Miller Arrowx 3 Fluid Head
- Product Code: ga35936
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The Arrowx 3 Fluid Head from Miller offers a 2.2 to 41.8 lb payload range and five selectable pan-tilt fluid drag positions, making it suitable for news gathering and documentaries. It features precision fluid drag with a 16-position CB Plus counterbalance system. CB Plus is a sequential counterbalance design, featuring eight larger counterbalance steps that allow you to quickly and efficiently achieve the required counterbalance position. The system's one flick switch located at the front of the head adds a half step between each of the eight larger steps enabling counterbalance fine-tuning when required.
Key Specs | |
---|---|
Camera Plate | Quick Release w/ Sliding Balance Plate |
Head Type | Fluid Head |
Drag Control | Yes |
Load Capacity | 41.8 lb / 19 kg |
Weight | 6.8 lb / 3.1 kg |
Camera Attachment | |
Camera Plate | Quick Release w/ Sliding Balance Plate |
Head | |
Head Type | Fluid Head |
Base Mount | 100 mm Half Ball |
Counter Balance | Incremental 16-Step |
Pan & Tilt | |
Drag Control | Yes |
Independent Pan Lock | Yes |
Independent Tilt Lock | Yes |
Vertical Tilt | +90° to -75° |
General | |
Load Capacity | 41.8 lb / 19 kg |
Bubble Level | Yes (Illuminated) |
Weight | 6.8 lb / 3.1 kg |
Packaging Info | |
Package Weight | 13.25 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 17.4 x 14 x 11.5" |
Compact, lightweight, and versatile
5-step plus zero pan and tilt drag
16-position CB Plus counterbalance system
Wide payload range of 2.2 to 41.8 lb
Fluid drag system with smooth start and soft stop technology and balanced diagonal transitions
Controls all-in-one design for fast, easy and practical use
Illuminated bubble level and pan-tilt drag controls
Precise floating pan-tilt caliper locks ensure bounce-free, on-off performance
Quick-release, 120mm sliding camera platform with Euro-style camera plate
Removable 100mm ball level stud allows for flat base mounting with 3/8" screw thread
Mitchell base adaptable
Robust construction for rugged outdoor shooting conditions
Optional second pan handle mount
Side mounting points for viewfinders and accessories
Related Questions and Answers
Q: 1. Does it accept a Manfrotto 501 sliding plate?
A: We're afraid not. This head uses the Miller 1204 style plate. https://bhpho.to/2Use2dY
Q: 2. Does the head come with the quick release plate?
A: The quick release plate would be included.
Q: 3. how wide is the plate?
A: the dimensions for the miller 1025 quick release plte Miller 1205 Specs Material Aluminum, Rubber, Stainless Steel Camera Mounting Screws 1 x 1/4"-20 1 x 3/8"-16 Travel 2.4" / 61 mm Dimensions 4.7 x 1.9 x 0.3" / 120 x 48.5 x 8 mm Weight 2.9 oz / 81.6 g
Q: 4. Does anyone have any experience using this head with lighter cameras like a GH5 or Blackmagic Pocket Cam? How does the counterblance work at the lower end of it's settings?
A: With 16 selectable counter balance positions ( including 0 ) as well as 4 drag settings ( including 0 ) , running light weight cameras such as the GH5 or Pocket Cinema Camera do well.
Q: 5. Does this head come with a pan bar, or is it optional?
A: It comes with a pan handle. You can however get an extra one if you wish. Miller 681 Pan Bar Handle for Select Video Heads B&H # MI681.
Q: 6. Anyone know if you can remove the bowl of this head to mount it directly to a still photo tripod with a 3/8"-16 screw?
A: Yes, the Miller AIR Fluid Head has a removable ball level stud for flat base mounting (sliders) with 3/8” screw hole.
Q: 7. Will Manfrotto plates work with this head?
A: No, sorry they are not compatible. If you must use Manfrotto, you could use the Manfrotto 577 Rapid Connect Adapter with Sliding Mounting Plate (501PL) B&H # MA577 or the Manfrotto 357 Pro Quick Release Adapter with 357PL Plate B&H # MA357. You would attach either of these to the Miller quick release.
Q: 8. Are the levels of drag adequate, or do you find yourself constantly wishing for more drag?
A: Those of us at B&H who have used it, like the overall feel of this head and its operation with a variety of cameras. We have had no complaints regarding any lack of drag.
Q: 9. Is the 75mm bowl proprietary to Miller tripods? Will this head fit any brand of tripod with a 75mm bowl? For example, experience taught me Sachtler bowls are proprietary to the tripods.
A: Yes.
Q: 10. I have some old Bogen/Manffroto telescopic pan arms with rosette clamps. will these fit on the CX series head rosettes? they look similar but my CX6 tripod system hasn't arrived yet so I can't try it...
A: We cant know for certain without knowing the exact model tripod arm however it is usually safe to assume that it will not work. There is no universal standard rosette size/pattern for tripod arms and even Manfrotto/Bogen have a few variations of their rosette arm.
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