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Gitzo GHFG1 Fluid Gimbal Head

SKU: GZGHFG1

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What makes the Gitzo GHFG1 Fluid Gimbal Head ideal for wildlife photography?

The Gitzo GHFG1 Fluid Gimbal Head is designed for perfect balance even with heavy equipment, making it ideal for wildlife photography where extensive observation and quick, smooth movements are essential. The fluid cartridge technology ensures vibration absorption and smooth panning, crucial for capturing sharp images of moving subjects.

Can the Gitzo GHFG1 Fluid Gimbal Head be used with tripods other than Gitzo's Systematic and Mountaineer series?

While the GHFG1 Fluid Gimbal Head is specially designed to complement Gitzo's Systematic and Mountaineer tripods, it features a standard Arca-type compatible quick release base, making it versatile enough to be used with other tripods that support the same mounting system.

What is the Whip-Pan fluidity control system on the GHFG1 Fluid Gimbal Head?

The Whip-Pan fluidity control system on the GHFG1 Fluid Gimbal Head is an innovative feature that automatically applies friction to exclude fluid rotation on the panoramic axis at high speeds, allowing for quick repositioning of the camera. It then restores fluid rotation automatically when the movement slows down, ensuring smooth operation during both rapid and slow panning.

How does the quick release feature of the GHFG1 Fluid Gimbal Head benefit photographers?

The quick release feature of the GHFG1 Fluid Gimbal Head allows for fast and effortless setup and adjustment of the camera, enabling photographers to quickly switch between shots and reduce downtime during shoots.

What materials are used in the construction of the GHFG1 Fluid Gimbal Head?

The GHFG1 Fluid Gimbal Head is constructed from high-quality, lightweight magnesium, resulting from a high-pressure, hot chamber die casting process. This provides a durable, low-profile, and streamlined design that withstands the demands of professional use.

Keith B : Is a 3/8" to 1/4" adapter included in the box with this product?JAMES S : My carbon fiber unit came with the 3/8 to 1/4 adapter and a small metal key for attaching it to the base of the head.
Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?DAKANG W : friend referenceCHARLES B : smooth out the motionJEFF K : recommendedLAN W : Recommended by fellow photographerJACOB C : pan and tiltHEWITT L : birds in flightANDREW E : Best I could find in my price range

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Review Summary

2019-04-03T17:22:38

Rated 5 out of 5

A Spotting Scope Must Have

The Gitzo Fluid Gimbal Head is smooth and easy to adjust. Balance your birding scope and this gimbal head can track the movement of birds in flight with little to no effort. There is no excess play in the movement it is a solid well made fluid gimbal head.

James B.

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Gitzo GHFG1 Specifications

  • Plate position

    Adjustable (from +0 to -12,15 cm/4.78 in from tilt axis)

  • Balance

    Self-balancing (through adjustment of horizontal plate's position on vertical plate)

  • Self payload

    8kg (17.64 lbs)

  • Pan angle

    360 deg.

  • Tilt drag

    Continuous

  • Pan drag

    Continuous and self-disconnettable (whip-pan device)

  • Base

    Flat - Diameter 60 mm - 3/8" UNC thread

  • Peso

    1.4kg (3.09 lbs) (with pan-bar - without plate)

  • Plate type

    Arcaswiss LongPlate - 1/4" UNC

  • Bubble spirit level (N deg.)

    No

  • Material

    Magnesium HPDC - Noir Decore Painted (Main body)

  • Finishing of metal part

    Black & Gray anodized

  • Pan bar

    Included - Adjustable position

  • Tilt brake

    Round shape

  • Pan brake

    Round shape

  • Plate locking knob

    Round shape

  • Vertical adjustment knob

    Lobe shaped knob

  • Whip-pan adjustment knob

    No

  • Pan bar locking knob

    Lobe shaped knob

  • UPC Code

    719821413523

About Gitzo GHFG1

FEATURED REVIEWS

A Spotting Scope Must Have

By James B.

The Gitzo Fluid Gimbal Head is smooth and easy to adjust. Balance your birding scope and this gimbal head can track the movement of birds in flight with little to no effort. There is no excess play in the movement it is a solid well made fluid gimbal head.

Find the perfect balance between innovation and performance with the Gitzo GHFG1 Fluid Gimbal Head, a testament to Gitzo's century-long legacy of revolutionizing professional camera equipment. This durable and reliable gimbal head is more than just a celebratory piece; it's a groundbreaking tool designed to enhance your photography and videography experience.

Ideal for wildlife photography, birdwatching, and extensive observation, the GHFG1 Fluid Gimbal Head ensures flawless balance, even when handling heavy equipment. Its modern design, characterized by clean lines and Gitzo's distinctive Noir D©cor finish, is paired with innovative solutions that set new standards in the industry.

Experience the first-ever application of fluid cartridge technology in a gimbal head. This feature absorbs vibrations and guarantees smooth movement during observation and shooting, even with large lenses. The fluid cartridge also introduces the Whip-Pan fluidity control system, providing superior device control during high-speed movements and maintaining smoothness at low rotation speeds.

The GHFG1 Fluid Gimbal Head is designed to complement Gitzo's Systematic and Mountaineer tripods, known for their unmatched stiffness and reliability. It balances your camera, lens, or scope at their natural center of gravity, allowing for perfect equilibrium. With the fluid cartridge, achieving this balance is easier than ever, even with heavy equipment.

This high-quality gimbal head features soft-touch ergonomic knobs, a built-in Arca-type compatible quick release base, and a new Arca-type plate with rubber grips for secure performance and maximum handling ease. A detachable pan bar further enhances its versatility.

Crafted from sturdy yet lightweight magnesium, the GHFG1 Fluid Gimbal Head is the result of high-pressure, hot chamber die casting. This process creates a low-profile, robust, and streamlined design. It's designed to accommodate other plates with similar dimensions, and includes a removable safety pin on the head base to prevent the plate from sliding out.

Experience the perfect blend of aesthetic appeal and performance with the Gitzo GHFG1 Fluid Gimbal Head, a product that truly embodies Gitzo's commitment to pushing boundaries in the world of professional camera equipment.

Gitzo GHFG1 Features

  • Ideal for wildlife photography
  • Gitzo head Compatible with other brand plates
  • Perfect balance of heavy equipment
  • Fluid movement

Key Features

  • Innovative Gitzo GHFG1 Fluid Gimbal Head for professional camera equipment
  • First-ever application of fluid cartridge technology in a gimbal head for smooth operation
  • Whip-Pan fluidity control system for superior device control during high-speed movements

What's in the box:

  • Gitzo GHFG1 Fluid Gimbal Head
  • Arca Type QR Plate
  • Pan Bar
  • Limited 6-Month Warranty: Extendable to 10 Years with Product Registration