For professional video applications, the Sirui BCH-20 Video Head is based off a 75mm ball mount for use on compatible tripod legs or other accessories such as sliders and jibs. Friction adjustment can be applied in 3 steps, with the 0 setting providing nearly-frictionless movement. A 7-step adjustable counterbalance can compensate for cameras weighing up to 22 pounds. The BCH-20 is controlled with dual rosette-mounted pan handles. Both pan handles easily extend for greater leverage when using heavier cameras. Extra camera-mount screws are kept in 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 tapped holes on the sides of the head. When vacated, these holes can also be used as accessory mounting points. The calibrated camera platform secures the camera plate with dual locks, preventing the camera from accidentally falling off the head during adjustment. To save time when balancing your camera, the platform is etched with calibrated measurements. Aluminum alloy is used in the construction for durability while maintaining a manageable weight.

Payload: 22 lb / 10 kg    75mm Half Ball    Stepped Counterbalance    0 to 3 Grades of Tilt & Pan Drag    Sliding Balance Plate    L/R Pan Handle Rosettes    1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 Accessory Sockets    Illuminated Bubble Level

3 levels of friction control for panning and tilting, with 0 position for near-frictionless operation

7 levels of counterbalance adjustment

Dual bubble levels: Illuminated base bubble level and second top bubble level

Dual Safety Lock Quick Release Platform: Prevents the camera from sliding off the head while aligning for proper balance

Calibrated Quick Release Platform: Easily reposition your equipment using the etched scale on the platform

Dual telescoping handles

Extra 1/4" and 1/8" screws stored in the integrated threads

Integrated 75mm ball mount

Separate pan and tilt-lock knobs

Quick-release plate included

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can a verified owner of this head please share their experiences using this head in actual shooting situations?

A: If you look to all the Sirui video tripods we sell, you see they have favorable reviews just like the Sirui line has in general.

Q: 2. Since the sachtler tie down knob doesn't work and now I've found that the manfrotto 319SH doesn't work either, has anybody found a working tie down knob for this thing? I really want to use a hi hat but the locking handle the head comes with is too long.

A: Unfortunately this manufacturer does not make a short ties down for their tripod heads and none of the other brands seem to be compatible

Q: 3. Is this compatible with the Sirui W-2204 Tripod? Will I need an adopter?

A: No, this will not be compatible because the head will not fit on the legs due to the difference in mounting systems.

Q: 4. does the Sirui BCH-30 Video Head come with telescoping bars?

A: Yes, the Sirui BCH-30 Video Head features telescoping handles, which come included.

Q: 5. Does the ball have a flat base to use mounted on a slider?

A: No, but you could mount it on an adapter like the one below and then screw it onto the slider. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1454115-REG/promediagear_trhh2_75mm_hi_hat_riser_bowl.html?sts=pi&pim=Y

Q: 6. How long is the tie-down? I'm looking for a video head to use in an overhead, inverted Dana Dolly setup but I worry that the tie-down will be too long when used with my 6" Mitchell riser plate.

A: The Sirui BCH-20 Video Head tie down is about 8" from the start of the bowl to the end of the tie down.

Q: 7. I've bought the Manfrotto 319SH tie down and it does not work with the screw on the bch-30. And now from what i've read here the sachtler tie down knob doesn't work either. Has anyone found a good tie down for this thing? I really want to use it on a hi hat but the locking handle it comes with is too big.

A: I am sorry, we are not aware of a shorter tie down for this head.

Q: 8. Can the half ball be removed from the head and...is there a minimum weight?

A: no unfortunately the half ball can not be removed from this head.

Q: 9. Integrated 100mm ball mount. Can you detached the integrated 100 mm bowl??

A: no the 100mm ball can not be detached from the head

Q: 10. Is this made for outdoor shooting in incremental weather? We film a lot of shows that require us to film in snow, rain, hot and cold weather.

A: Yes, the following unit will hold up very well in rough weather and elements.