The Vinten Vision 250E Fluid Head adds optical encoders to the Vision 250 fluid head. The optical encoders allow the head to precisely monitor and communicate in real time the precise positioning of the pan and tilt mechanisms along their axes. Knowing the exact positioning makes precise camera movements repeatable with greater accuracy. The encoders transmit their data via a 19-pin Fischer port.

The Vision 250E can hold cameras weighing from 22 to 73 pounds and has an electronically adjustable counterbalance control for precise setup without the difficulty of balancing a manual system when approaching the weight limit. Drag controls and the bubble level on the head are illuminated for increased visibility in dimly-lit situations.

Vinten's TF (Thin-Film) Drag is incorporated into the Vision 250E. TF Drag is a fully calibrated drag system, allowing camera operators to 'dial in' their preferred settings whether they be for critical slow pans with long lenses or fast-moving sports. The whip-pan facility is unaffected by the pan drag setting.

VR and Studio Automation Bundle    Vinten 250E Head with Rotary Encoders    HPM Box Studio VR Interface    Second Pan Handle Included    20mm Pedestal Spacer Included

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. will this support an hdx900 with a battery and smallhd monitor?

A: The stated minimum payload of the VB is 4.4lbs

Q: 2. Does the Vision Blue System come with a camera mounting plate or is that extra?

A: Yes it comes with a plate and two different sized screws to fit almost any camera.

Q: 3. Does this have a snap & go quick release system, like a Cartoni or Sachtler head?

A: The Vinten VB-AP2M Vision blue Fluid Head & Pozi-Lock Tripod System with Mid-Level Spreader has a fluid head with a slideload system for rapid camera attachment, versus a snap & go method.

Q: 4. Is the tripod plate on this head by chance compatible with the RH25D or RH45D Libec Heads? Or Vice Versa?

A: There are no reports of that being possible. Hopefully, someone has these two heads and can test them.

Q: 5. Does this come with the rubber feet?

A: The feet on the Vinten 3819-3 Pozi-Loc Aluminum Tripod Legs (Black) are a polyethylene with a rubberized bottom portion to some extent.

Q: 6. Will i be able to turn on a canon C330 mk ii or a C500 with this head?

A: You can use the Canon C100, C300 and probably the C500. Please email us to confirm the C500. prophoto@bhphoto.com.

Q: 7. Will the new Canon CN-E 70-200mm T4.4 Compact-Servo Cine Zoom Lens (EF Mount) With this head?

A: The Canon CN-E 70-200mm T4.4 Compact-Servo Cine Zoom Lens (EF Mount) B&H # CAE70200EF is not listed by Vinton as compatible. However the very similar Canon CN-E 18-80mm T4.4 COMPACT-SERVO Cinema Zoom Lens (EF Mount) B&H # CAE1880EF is. It is therefore our opinion that the 70-200mm will work. See here for the Vinten compatibility chart. a href= http://www.vinten.com/vantage/downloads/Vantage-Compatibility-Chart-New.pdf target= _blank http://www.vinten.com/vantage/downloads/Vantage-Compatibility-Chart-New.pdf/a

Q: 8. It states operating temp Up to 86F !!What happens at 90F+, as it is in Southern California quite often in the summer? Thank you,Peter

A: The operating temperature of 5 to 86F is what is stated by the manufacturer.

Q: 9. Can this head be converted to a flat base?

A: Hi Jeffrey, Thank you for your enquiry. The Vision blue5 head can be converted to a flat base using Vinten's 75 to 100mm bowl adaptor and 100mm bowl to flat base adaptor, part numbers 3330-243 and 3330-16.

Q: 10. will a Vinten Vision 5 tripod fits into this bag?

A: According to our dimensions, The Vision 5 would fit into this bag with room to spare.