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2023-11-10T18:49:26
Why would I consider adding the 1040D to the arsenal? Being on sets a lot, I am always asking myself why professionals use the gear they use. Why do top DP's choose OConnor? How can a tripod head cost this much? Before this head, my workhorse head was an Aktiv10. Phenomenal head. Phenomenal innovation from Satchler. The Aktiv series is lighter. Aktiv is faster to set up (perhaps by a small margin). Why would I spend over three times as much for a device that does so little? Pans. Tilts. What's the big deal? Well, OConnor delivers some of the smoothest pans and tilts in the industry. It is, undoubtedly, an improvement over my previous head. Let's say 7% better. My pans and tilts are 7% better. Since this is a lifetime head, dependable in all types of environments, I can justify the cost. Pans and tilts are the bedrock of camera work. The OConnor earmark, I quickly found, is that this head stays exactly where you point it. No micro drops, as with no continuously adjustable heads.
BRANDON W.
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@ 4" (102mm) GoG: 52 lb (23.5kg)
@ 5" (127mm) GoG: 45 lb (20.4kg)
@ 6" (152mm) GoG: 40 lb (18.1kg)
@ 8" (203mm) GoG: 32 lb (14.5kg)
Large Europlate Quick Release
30 Degree
100mm (Mitchell, 150mm, Quickfix and Ped mounts optional)
+90 Degree / -90 Degree
6.2 x 7.6 x 4.6" (15.8 x 19.3 x 11.7cm)
Excluding quick release
10.6 lb (4.8kg)
includes quick release & plate and tiedown but excluding Pan Bar
11.5" (29.2cm)
30 degree
12" (30cm)
0.7" (18mm)
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Models | $9,999.99 $11,790.00 Save:$1,790.01 (15%) In Stock | SKU: MI1082 MFR: 1082 $11,942.45 Ships from Manufacturer Usually ships within 3-7 Days. Delivery is subject to availability. | SKU: VO34663A MFR: 3466-3 A $12,635.00 Ships from Manufacturer Usually ships within 7-14 Days. Delivery is subject to availability. |
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Special Features | Fluid | Fluid | - |
Base Type | 100mm Bowl Mount | 100mm Bowl Mount | 100mm Bowl Mount |
Maximum Load Capacity | 20 lbs & Up | 20 lbs & Up | 20 lbs & Up |
Quick Release | With Quick Release | With Quick Release | With Quick Release |
Buttery Smooth Pans and Tilts
By BRANDON W.
Why would I consider adding the 1040D to the arsenal? Being on sets a lot, I am always asking myself why professionals use the gear they use. Why do top DP's choose OConnor? How can a tripod head cost this much? Before this head, my workhorse head was an Aktiv10. Phenomenal head. Phenomenal innovation from Satchler. The Aktiv series is lighter. Aktiv is faster to set up (perhaps by a small margin). Why would I spend over three times as much for a device that does so little? Pans. Tilts. Wh...
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What sets the Ultimate 1040 Fluid Head Package apart is its unparalleled fusion of lightweight design and professional-grade performance, making it a top choice for discerning cinematographers. This fluid head is engineered with the same meticulous attention to detail and quality as its larger counterparts, the OConnor 2575 and 2560, ensuring that filmmakers can transition between heavy and light camera setups without sacrificing precision or control.
Crafted with high-performance materials such as magnesium and aluminum alloys, complemented by stainless steel and genuine carbon fiber finishes, the Ultimate 1040 is not only durable and sturdy but also exudes a refined, high-quality aesthetic that professionals appreciate. Its stepless, ultra-smooth pan and tilt fluid drag is custom-designed to provide the ultimate control and stability for capturing seamless footage. The renowned OConnor Sinusoidal Counterbalance system offers true, accurate balance throughout the entire tilt range, accommodating even the lightest cameras with counterbalancing down to zero.
The Ultimate 1040 Fluid Head is versatile and reliable, supporting payloads from 0 to 45 lbs. (20 kg) at a 5" (15cm) center of gravity, with a generous +/-90 Degree tilt range. Its 100mm Ball Base is the recommended base for 1030D and 1030Ds, allowing for seamless adaptation to any 100mm tripod, and is included with all head packages. The quick release feature of this professional fluid head ensures easy setup and adjustment, while the fluid head mechanism itself guarantees smooth and stable movement for capturing high-quality footage.
Intended for use with cameras that have a 100mm bowl mount, the Ultimate 1040 Fluid Head Package is the go-to solution for camera operators seeking to maintain the "OConnor feel" across various camera weights and sizes. Whether on a bustling film set or in a controlled studio environment, this fluid head stands as a testament to OConnor's commitment to excellence, providing the bedrock for exceptional pans and tilts that cinematographers rely on.
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