Manfrotto MVT502AM 3-Section Aluminum Twin Leg Video Tripod with 500 Fluid Video Head and Side Lock

Manfrotto 500

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Manfrotto MVT502AM 3-Section Al Twin Leg Tripod with 500 Fluid Head, Side Lock

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Manfrotto 500 

Shop the Manfrotto MVT502AM video tripod: Lightweight, durable aluminum, supports 17.6 lbs, extends to 60.63". Order today for stable shots!

Because of its robust and versatile design, the Manfrotto MVK500AM Professional Fluid Video System, featuring Twin Legs and a Middle Spreader, is a top choice for videographers seeking a reliable, high-quality tripod. Crafted from durable aluminum, this 3-section twin leg video tripod is lightweight yet sturdy, capable of supporting up to 8kg (17.6 lbs) of equipment. The MVK500AM is equipped with a 500 fluid video head, offering a wider platform, perfect for HDSLR bodies. This feature, combined with a sliding plate, ensures seamless balance for the latest interchangeable lens cameras. This compact head, a standout in the successful Bridging Technology range, ensures smooth, controlled, and precise camera movements, thanks to professional fluid cartridges on both pan and tilt axes.The innovative side lock system of this video tripod simplifies the process of mounting your camera. The camera and sliding QR plate can be quickly clicked into the head from above, eliminating the need for alignment and sliding in from the back. This system also allows for quicker and easier removal of the camera from the head. The MVK500AM comes with a pre-set counterbalance of 2.4kg (5.3 lbs), and an easy link 3/8" connector, allowing for the attachment of external monitors or other accessory equipment. The MVT502AM video tripod features telescopic aluminum legs for compactness and reduced weight. Its innovative ellipse-profile tubing and redesigned leg locking collars provide excellent levels of rigidity and stability. The first-stage spreader has been improved for better ergonomics and ease of use, while the tripod's rubber feet enhance grip on all floor and ground surfaces. A rubber strap ensures easier, safer transport, making this tripod a versatile tool for a wide range of shooting scenarios.

By far the sturdiest most versatile tripod I've ever bought .

Best on the market

As expected I ordered two of them for my videography

Worth the price good quality

I waited to order this at a lower price but then the prices went up so I bought it at the higher price and am still happy with the purchase. Quality is  pretty good. I added an arca swiss adapter so I can use it with my MILC.

Good quality at a good price.

Still a bit shaky but I am new at this too. Assembly was simple. I look forward to playing with it more.

Solid and useful

It does its job. Not too heavy in lbs, but holds a nice sized cinema rig with no issue.

Good quality for the price

looks just like the photo. Works very well. Am satisfied. took a bit to overcome the return spring, wish they didn't put on on this model as my Canon XA-11 is a light camera and the return spring is a bit much.

Good stuff from MAnfrotto

Very sturdy with a nice, smooth, pivoting head. Highly recommend!

Great for Videography

Excellent product and value! Great guidance and service.

Manfrotto Best Value for the Quality

EXCELLENT Light weight video tripod for what I do

Love it, stable and not too heavy...the leveling center column is very helpful and easy to use. Perfect for DSLR or MILC!! I bought this tripod because I already have the 190x with ball head for photography and like a lot...this tripod is the same but a video version.

Stable and not too heavy

I am very satisfied with the Manfrotto MVH500AH fluid head. I have used it with my Nikon d850 and a 70-200mm f/2.8 Lens. The head is very smooth panning and tilting. Not only is the fluid head great for video but I also used it for still photography. 
I would recommend getting the Manfrotto MVH500AH fluid head.

A fluid head to take a look at

Ball head

This head is used with a Nikon 20-60 x 82 Field Scope ( Birding ) and it works great.  I would consider no other head for scoping.  Solid as a rock and the best value for this application.  After getting one for the scope I got a 502 for my camera rig.

Manfrotto 500AH fluid Head for Birding scope

Sturdy, secure, maneuverable, and seems to be well designed to last..

Manfrotto head

I purchased this product because I needed a light weight fluid head for videography during long treks. The head certainly is light but it has no way of adjusting either horizontal or vertical drag. The closest thing is to tighten or loosen the horizontal or vertical locks on the head. Not only is this imprecise, but it is impossible to pan or shift vertically smoothly. I'm sorry I bought this. I guess you get what you pay for.

Far less than I need

I love this head so much more than the larger one that cost twice as much. (can't remember the name) It is much more sturdy despite its size. Perfect combination with the monopod.

Log this fluid head

Great product!! Recommended by a friend and is amazing!!! So smooth and easy to use

Great. Product, easy to use and assembly, 100% recomended

Nice head very smooth and easy controls adorama is a great place. I have never had a bad experience

Great piece for the price and great service

Great build. Smooth motion. Quality feel. Not to heavy or bulky it's perfect for my Fuji gear. Get it you will not be disappointed.

SMOOTH AS SILK

We bought 12 of these for use with Sony PXW-X70 camcorders.  That brings our total to more than 50 Manfrotto tripods.  I keep coming back to Manfrotto because they are student-proof, and if something does break, they are easy to repair.
My only surprise with these is the plate does not slide in from the rear, like our others; it is a tilt-in and tighten-to-lock system. But, the plates are all interchangeable and any of our cameras will fit on any head we own.

A great little tripod and head

So far I have used this tripod on two shoots and it has worked great, the video head functions as it should and has given me smooth pans.

Great Tripod

Once I read the manual, I was finally able to work the tripod. My old Manfrotto is over 20 years old. I really like the light weight and strenght.

Appreciating it more each day

I like the how easy this fluid head adjusts and moves.   Most of the time my ball head will take a backseat to the Manfrotto fluid head.

Almost makes ball heads obsolete

New design has quick release that you can use with existing plates you own. New design makes me want to swap all my Heads to new versions.! My favorite for small video cameras / DSLRs.

Love the new design!

A great head for DSLR with Video. Still shot or HDV. Right weight and mass to keep the camera from getting lost in the hardware.

Excellent for DSLR Still/Video

Good for the price

I purchased this ti supplement the Manfrotto 502 head with the 055 tripod I previously purchased from B&H.  I like the fact this head doesn't have the fluid adjustments like the 502 so I can grab it and run. But I prefer the mounting plate on the 502 to the 500 as the thumb screw seems cheap. The tripods themselves are very similar with the 055 being slight taller. Stability is about the same. I unfortunately live in a major city that doesn't have camera shops where you can look at equipment. So I purchased this sight unseen. If I could for the ($) difference I might have gone with another 502/055 combo as I believe it is more substantial for the money.

Good, but I would also look at the 502 head with the 055 tripod

Never thought a head could be so smooth and simple to use . ITs FANTASTIC !!

Fantastic

I admit I had to read through the quick user guide/instruction manual in order to figure out exactly how to smoothly use this tripod but once I did I'm glad I made the purchase. It isn't complicated and even though the quick release plate fits a bit oddly on my Canon 6D, it's a secure fit and I feel safe using this tripod for both video and photo.
The only drawback I can see is it's heavier than I expected. But that trait in a tripod isn't always a negative!

Smooth, easy-to-use tripod. Quality, but heavy!

i will recommend to anyone, smooth movement when filmong

Manfrotto MVT502AM 3-Section Aluminum Twin Leg Video Tripod with 500 Fluid Video Head and Side Lock

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